Canada has an interesting culinary scene as a result of its historical mix of cultures and influences. Yes, there are the world-famous poutines, the butter tarts, and the Nanaimo bars. But there’s also a wide mix of regional and international Canadian foods that might surprise Read Post

Have you ever heard of the Ice Hotel in Quebec Canada? It’s s must if you’re visiting the province in winter!   At the Ice Hotel in Quebec The Ice Hotel or Hotel de Glace in Quebec, Canada is built anew each year based on Read Post

I spent a lot of time putting together my packing list for Quebec City and the wider Quebec region in Canada as I was pretty worried about the cold there. In the city, we’d be able to warm up in cafes and shops but when Read Post

I’m afraid of heights. I’ve already mentioned this a couple of times here on the blog, but I’ve never given it much attention. Now that I’m writing about my skiing adventures in Québec, though, I feel like I have to. You see, the reason I Read Post

When putting together the plan and itinerary for our 2013 Canada trip, one of the things that were on top of the priority list right from the start was whale watching. Through the Internet, we found several companies offering whale-watching tours, with several types of Read Post

It’s just a 40-minute drive from Edmonton to Elk Island National Park in Alberta, Canada, where you can spot bison and other wildlife while hiking, snowshoeing and more. We drove the Bison Loop, went snowshoeing on a lake and had maple syrup toffee. Check it out! Read Post

As you could probably deduct from my 3-day itinerary with things to do in Edmonton in Alberta, Canada, there’s plenty to keep you busy in the city as is. But aside from its many permanent sights, Edmonton is also known as a festival town, both Read Post

When I checked the weather for my week-long trip to Edmonton in Alberta, Canada in February, I almost fell off of my chair: -29°C. I was never going to survive in that! Luckily, things got better and by the time I arrived it was “only” Read Post

Mont-Sainte-Anne, Canada is not just a ski resort. It has plenty to offer both in winter and summer, such as hiking trails, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and mountain biking trails. Check it out! Read Post

When Boyfriend and I traveled to Quebec, Canada a few years ago to have some winter fun at Mont-Sainte-Anne and Stoneham ski resorts (and tackle my fear of heights!) we first spent a few days finding fun things to do in Quebec City. The center Read Post

After my first day in Edmonton in Alberta, Canada I already knew what my first post about the city would be. I’d write a guide on things to do in Edmonton in winter for a three-day trip – this one – because I immediately noticed Read Post