City Guide: 11 Places to Explore in Old Québec City during the Winter
Last year, we were fortunate to spend during the December break exploring the beautiful city of in Old Québec City. The port town is filled with rich history, vibrant culture, inviting people, and tons of family friendly attractions. Algonquin for “where the river narrows” , the area now know as Québec was first founded in 1608…
10 Things to Do at the Cave and Basin National Historic Site in Banff, Alberta
On a recent summertime visit to Banff National Park and the town of Banff, we enjoyed exploring the Cave and Basin National Historic Site, one of the most historic (and preserved!) and popular sites in the heart of downtown Banff.
10 Ways to Explore the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies in Banff, Alberta Canada
Named for local artists and philanthropists Peter and Catharine Whyte, the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies opened as a museum 1968 in downtown Banff to showcase their collection of artifacts and artwork celebrating the town of Banff and the Canadian Rockies. The Whytes were married in the 1930s and built a home in Banff…
Staying at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise in Alberta, Canada
On a recent trip to Banff National Park in Alberta Canada, we were lucky enough to spend a couple of days at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise in the Lake Louise section of the park. The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is one of the most magical resorts we have ever visited, in one of the…
City Guide: 10 Ways to Explore Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada BESIDES Hiking
We recently returned from a wonderful weeklong stay throughout Banff National Park, with visits to Lake Louise, the town of Banff, and Canmore, all within the park. Banff is by far one of the most magical places we have ever visited, filled with stunning, glacier fed lakes; tons of incredible hikes with views of mountains,…
Touring La Citadelle de Québec
The biggest military base in North America, La Citadelle was built by the British from 1820-1831 on Cape Diamond, the city’s highest point. La Citadelle was built to control who had access to the northern parts of Canada and to protect Quebec from future American invasions, after the invasion during the War of 1812. La…