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  • An image of the VSSL First Aid Kit
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    Gear Review – VSSL First Aid Kit -Great for Backpacking and Outdoor Adventures

    February 2, 2023 /

    There was a day not long ago when my wife wished she had carried the VSSL First Aid Kit. It was a beautiful day in Waterton Lakes National Park when Debbie and her brother enjoyed a leisurely cycling excursion on Red Rock Canyon Parkway. Cycling the 9 km (5.5 mi) road is always an adventure, but on this particular day it ended up being more of an adventure than they imagined. As they arrived at the parking lot near Red Rock Canyon, they discovered an injured cyclist. The person had lost control of their rented e-bike. They had a deep gash in their leg and needed help. Fortunately, my wife…

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    Alaska Adventure – Taking the Public Transit Bus to Mendenhall Glacier

    April 29, 2019

    Bird Watching in San Blas, Nayarit

    August 19, 2018

    Red Rock Canyon Tour – a Prehistoric Paradise

    August 27, 2019
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    Articles,  Travel Tips

    YVR Express, NEXUS and Other Tips to Get Through Vancouver Airport Security Faster

    January 28, 2023 /

    Standing in a lineup isn’t fun and this is particularly true of an airport lineup. Navigating airport security is a time consuming process, but there are ways to by pass the lineup completely or at the very least get through it quickly. One of the easiest ways to avoid security lineups in Vancouver (YVR) Airport is with a free reservation service called YVR Express. It’s one of several ways to reduce the time you spend in lineups at the airport. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission at no extra…

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    Hiking the Wave in Arizona Just Got Easier!

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    January 7, 2019
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    5 Do-it-Yourself Riviera Maya Excursions

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    Articles,  Travel Tips

    Northern Lights Edmonton – Viewing the Aurora Borealis

    January 26, 2023 /

    The Northern Lights are magical and those who live in Edmonton, Alberta do not need to travel far outside the city to see them. Canada’s northern latitude and low light pollution make it an ideal place for viewing the legendary aurora borealis. This natural phenomenon is somewhat unpredictable, but there are things you can do to increase your chances of successful aurora viewing. Here’s what you need to know to see and photograph the northern lights in Edmonton. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission at no extra cost to…

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    Fraser River Sturgeon – How to Catch a 50-Year-Old Virgin Sturgeon

    November 26, 2020
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    Stonehenge Inner Circle Tours

    December 31, 2018
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    Larch Valley Hike – Have a Magical Autumn

    March 13, 2021
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    YYC Express and Other Expert Tips to Get Through Calgary Airport Security Fast

    January 21, 2023 /

    Bypassing a lineup is a beautiful thing – especially when you are in an airport. The good news is there are ways to reduce security lineup wait times at Calgary International Airport. One of the easiest ways to avoid security lineups is with a free reservation service called YYC Express. On a recent journey through Calgary Airport, I tested YYC Express and it worked great. It’s one of several ways to reduce the time you spend in lineups at the airport. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission at no…

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  • An image of two female cyclists on a trestle bridge in Myra Canyon near Kelowna, BC.
    Articles,  Travel Inspiration

    Myra Canyon Trail – An Amazing Adventure

    September 27, 2022 /

    The Myra Canyon Trail is one of the most stunningly beautiful half-day cycling or hiking excursions in Canada. As I cycled across the first wooden trestle bridge, I gazed out at the canyon and I was blown away. It was one of the most amazing views I have ever seen on two wheels. This scenic section of the historic Kettle Valley Railway (KVR) Trail runs through a dramatic canyon and it takes cyclists and hikers through two tunnels and across 18 trestle bridges. This former rail line was built through the canyon between 1912 and 1914 and was used as an active railway line for many years. When it was…

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    Why You Should Visit Baker Creek Mountain Resort This Winter

    January 21, 2022
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    World’s Most Quirky Accommodation

    November 14, 2019
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    March 9, 2019
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    Terra Restaurant Review Jasper- A Culinary Experience Inspired by the Earth

    July 19, 2022 /

    Jasper’s newest restaurant, Terra, is a unique eatery that gives guests a literal “taste” of Jasper. Located inside The Crimson Hotel, Terra boasts dishes made using local ingredients that bring the heart of Jasper into each and every item on the menu. In Latin, Terra means Earth, which is the exact vibe that the menu gives guests through its various takes on cuisine that often utilizes unexpected but delicious ingredients found within Jasper. Terra opened on June 10th, 2022, and Wander Woman Travel Magazine attended a media preview event where we got to sample the menu and learn about the conception of Terra Restaurant in Jasper. We wanted to give…

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    September 17, 2019
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    Finding Christmas Magic on the Polar Express Stettler Train

    December 3, 2021
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    August 27, 2020
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    Articles,  Travel Better

    Brazen Restaurant Banff – Review of a New Restaurant That Pays Bold Tribute to Mavericks

    June 14, 2022 /

    Brazen restaurant Banff is the town’s newest restaurant. By definition, the word “brazen” means “bold without shame,” and that says it all. Brazen restaurant pays tribute to the mavericks who helped to build the town of Banff. It does this with a menu that has bold style and big taste. Located inside the historic Mount Royal Hotel in downtown Banff, the menu was designed to honour the spirit of mountaineers like Bill Peyto and great explorers like Mary Schäffer. The restaurant is scheduled to open on June 14, but Wander Woman Travel Magazine got a sneak preview of the menu so we could write a Brazen Restaurant review early. Overall,…

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    September 10, 2019
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    How to Eat Like a Local at these Kāʻanapali Restaurants and the Hawaii Food and Wine Festival

    September 17, 2019
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    Yukon Northern Lights – The 5 W’s

    July 2, 2019
  • An image of a hiker in the Purcell Mountains near Purcell Mountain Lodge in British Columbia, Canada.
    Articles,  Outdoor Adventure

    Purcell Mountain Lodge – Paradise in Summer and Winter

    May 17, 2022 /

    As we came to the top of a ridge in the bald hills near British Columbia’s northern Purcell Mountains, our guide, Beth Purser, who was leading a yoga retreat at Purcell Mountain Lodge, asked us all to take part in a meditative yoga exercise. She just asked us to pay attention to every detail of the stunning landscape around us. As a writer, I’m used to paying attention to details, but when I actually focused my efforts on the sounds, sights and smells around me, I was surprised by how much I had been missing. I noticed all the different shades of green, the glistening dew on pine needles and…

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    Cabbage Key – Cheeseburger in Paradise

    May 3, 2022 /

    Yummm! How far would you go to taste the burger that may have inspired Jimmy Buffett's hit song? We hopped a ferry and headed to Cabbage Key, Florida.

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    Experiencing Mystic Beach on Vancouver Island

    April 29, 2022 /

    Mystic beach is a hidden oasis located on the southern coast of Vancouver Island. One visit to this beach and it’s clear why it was given its name. With a short but beautiful trail through the ancient forest of Juan de Fuca Provincial Park and a waterfall cascading off a cliff onto the beach shore, you are sure to gain an experience with the perfect combination of adventure and relaxation in British Columbia’s natural paradise. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.  Getting to…

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