Quebec City at Christmas Years ago, while spending hours pinning all my dream vacations on a little ‘ol Pinterest board, I came across a picture that looked as if it had been taken straight from a Christmas card or Hallmark movie. I later discovered it was a real street. A real place. It was at…
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Canada’s Nanaimo Bar Recipe
Canada’s Nanaimo Bar Recipe The 4th of July is this weekend. I always love spending the day with family and friends around a grill and a smorgasbord of delicious side dishes and desserts as we watch fireworks into the night. Did you know that Canada has a similar holiday called… get this… Canada Day? Original…
Remembering Canada
Remembering Canada For the past week, I have been scrolling through the memories on my Facebook and phone’s camera roll. Remembering Canada and reliving the days of our trip a year ago, travelling through Alberta, to celebrate my parent’s 30th wedding anniversary.
5 Tips For Planning Your Canadian Rockies Vacation
5 Tips For Planning Your Canadian Rockies Vacation (And Saving Money) Any vacation costs money. Between the lodging, transportation, meals, and activities it can feel as though a trip is anything but relaxing. Our family trip to Alberta, was a surprise anniversary gift for my parents. I budgeted, skimped, and scrounged for months to plan…
Canmore: Why Stay Here When Visiting Banff
Canmore: Why Stay Here When Visiting Banff When it comes time to planning any vacation, finding a place to lay your head at night is one of the biggest decisions (and investments) someone can make. I googled, used Pinterest, and exhausted every other resource trying to find a place to stay for the days we…
Hidden Treasures of Banff
Hidden Treasures of Banff The town of Banff lies in the heart of Banff National Park. A mountain town that brings a mix of fine dining, history, and natural wonders to the Canadian Rocky Mountains. This is my list of the Hidden Treasures of Banff.