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Our journey through southwestern British Columbia was full of twists, turns, and unexpected detours. The bushfires near Nakusp forced us to leave a beautiful beach spot we had been enjoying, sending us westward through breathtaking landscapes. We drove through the mountain towns of Revelstoke and Lillooet, and then on to…

Britsh Columbia is the westernmost province of Canada, situated between the Pacific Ocean and the Rocky Mountains. Part 1 of our journey takes us from the Alberta border to the Kootenay region, where we spend five relaxing days on the beach, Untill lightning sparked a bushfire and we had to…

Alberta Part 2: Banff to the British Columbia Border (West of Jasper)This leg of our journey takes us from Banff to the British Columbia border, just west of Jasper, following the iconic Icefields Parkway—a 232 km stretch of road often hailed as one of the most scenic drives in the…

Alberta Part 1. After a wonderful few days exploring the natural beauty of Prince Albert National Park in Saskatchewan and a lovely visit with Dolly (Staci’s mother), we departed Saskatoon and set our sights on the next leg of our journey: the province of Alberta. Bush Camping in Canada is…

The Calgary Stampede—Canada’s biggest rodeo and The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth—kicked off with its iconic parade, this year led by parade marshal Shania Twain. With marching bands, hundreds of horses, and international guests, including Australia’s Rodeo Queen 2025, Paris Aldenton, We were invited as special guest at the VIP…

Saskatchewan is known for its vast prairies, endless skies, and over 100,000 lakes and rivers. It borders Alberta, Manitoba, the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and the U.S. states of Montana and North Dakota. Along with Alberta, it’s one of Canada’s only landlocked provinces. A major highlight is Prince Albert National Park,…

As long as you’re willing to venture off the Trans-Canada Highway, Manitoba is anything but boring. It’s a hidden gem rich with vibrant culture, breathtaking natural beauty, and, like the rest of Canada, incredibly welcoming communities. We were amazed by the abundance of wildlife in this rugged park. Riding Mountain…

Ontario is the southernmost province of Canada, and home to nearly 40% of the country’s population. Following the 1976 Quebec elections, when the Parti Québécois came to power and French became the official language, many English-speaking residents and businesses relocated from Quebec to Ontario. Ontario is bordered by Manitoba to…

Crossing from Labrador into Quebec, just 20 kilometres in, we were already struggling to find English speakers. It truly felt like stepping into another country. As someone put it, “Quebec is a nation within a nation” — and it felt that way. Relations between Quebec and the rest of Canada…

Labrador often described as the last of the wild and adventurous frontiers in North East Canada. A mix of coastal and continental climates, weather ranges dramatically: from snow, gale-force winds, thick fog, and rain to surprise bursts of sunshine and 15°C warmth. This vast wilderness is also home to Black…