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  • 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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    November 14, 2019
    An image of Allstones Lake in Bighorn Backcountry in Davod Thompson Country, Alberta, Canada.

    Allstones Lake – Adventure in Bighorn Backcountry

    May 18, 2020

    Grotto Canyon Hike in Winter

    January 11, 2019
  • An image of a cheeseburger plate at Cabbage Key Inn and Restaurant - Cannage Key Cheeseburger in Paradise
    Articles,  Travel Inspiration

    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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    An image of a female moose and a calf crossing a river along the Maligne Lake Road in Jasper National Park, Alberta - Jasper Wildlife Watching

    Virtual Zoo & Wildlife Tours for Canadians Stuck at Home

    December 19, 2020
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    10 Ways to Travel More and Pay Less

    January 10, 2020
    An image of Debbie Olsen and family on the Heart Mountain hike near Canmore, Alberta.

    Heart Mountain Hike – Big Adventure Near Canmore

    April 25, 2020
  • An image of two women standing on Mystic Beach, Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada.
    Articles,  Outdoor Adventure

    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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    An image of the Banyon Tree on the Ford Edison Winter Estates in Fort Myers, Florida USA

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    February 20, 2020
    An image of an orange sunrise over the bird-filled lagoon at Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary in Belize

    Best Bird Watching Holidays – Birding in Belize

    September 8, 2018
    An image of the Studio Bell building, home to Canada's National Music Centre in Calgary, Alberta.

    Studio Bell Calgary – Canada’s National Music Centre

    September 30, 2019
  • An image of the interior of a Lynx Air airplane.
    Articles,  Travel Better

    Lynx Airline Review – What You Should Know About Canada’s Newest Budget Airline

    April 9, 2022 /

    Thinking about booking a flight with Lynx? This Lynx Airline review will tell you everything you need to know about Canada’s newest budget airline. Lynx Air officially took off on its first flight from Calgary to Vancouver on April 7, 2022 and Wander Woman Travel Magazine was there! We checked out the new plane, met the CEO and other staff, experienced a return flight and learned all about the airline. Along the way, we found out what happens on an inaugural flight. Here’s what you should know if you’re planning to book a flight with Lynx Air. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase…

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    The Original Snowbirds – Edison Ford Winter Estates

    February 20, 2020
    An image of Aranui 5, a ship that is half freighter ship have passenger cruise ship.

    Aranui 5: the world’s most unusual cruise ship sailing the world’s most exotic itineraries

    January 21, 2020
    An image of a cheeseburger plate at Cabbage Key Inn and Restaurant - Cannage Key Cheeseburger in Paradise

    Cabbage Key – Cheeseburger in Paradise

    May 3, 2022
  • An image of Baker Creek Mountain Resort in winter in Banff National Park near Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada
    Articles,  Travel Inspiration

    Why You Should Visit Baker Creek Mountain Resort This Winter

    January 21, 2022 /

    Outside our cozy cabin at Baker Creek Mountain Resort, the snow-covered forest was dark and still. Inside, my husband and I were curled up on a sofa in front of a wood stove sipping hot chocolate and watching the embers as they burned and crackled. A cozy cabin in the mountains is a wonderful place to be on a cold winter night and it’s far more romantic and private than a typical hotel accommodation. Over two days, we explored the resort and spent time experiencing Banff National Park in winter. We discovered that winter is a magical time to be at Baker Creek Mountain Resort and the Lake Louise area…

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    Yukon Northern Lights – The 5 W’s

    July 2, 2019
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    The Original Snowbirds – Edison Ford Winter Estates

    February 20, 2020
    An image of two kids paddleboarding of Yelapa Beach - Jalisco, Mexico

    Yelapa Beach – Where no Roads Go

    October 29, 2018
  • An image of two people feeding a wolfdog at Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary near Calgary, Alberta.
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    Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary – A Howling Adventure Near Calgary

    January 8, 2022 /

    Wolfdogs are fascinating creatures and the Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary near Calgary is a nonprofit haven for them. It’s a place to see wolfdogs up close, to learn about wolfdogs and to learn about wolf behavior. This sanctuary was created to educate the public about responsible wolfdog ownership and to raise awareness about the large numbers of these animals that end up in shelters. Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary is less than an hour’s drive northwest of Calgary near the town of Cochrane, Alberta. Several different experiences are offered, but the most exciting part of a visit is getting to see wolfdogs up close and maybe even interact with them. You can also…

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    Alaska Adventure – Taking the Public Transit Bus to Mendenhall Glacier

    April 29, 2019
    An image of a female polar bear with an almost fully grown cub near Churchill, Manitoba, Canada.Polar bear watching.

    Summer in Churchill – Polar Bear Watching & Beluga Whales

    July 25, 2020
    An image of a hiker jumping from one rock to the next with clouds behind them on Haleakala on the island of Maui, Hawaii - Hiking Maui

    Hiking Maui to Discover its Magic

    October 24, 2018
  • An image of a child receiving the first gift of Christmas on the Polar Express Stettler train.
    Articles,  Travel Inspiration

    Finding Christmas Magic on the Polar Express Stettler Train

    December 3, 2021 /

    Do you believe in Christmas magic? The Polar Express, one of the world’s most beloved children’s Christmas books, is all about magic. Every year, in the weeks leading up to Christmas, Alberta Prairie Railway reenacts the story on the Polar Express Stettler train journey.

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    Ephesus Tour – Walking in the Footsteps of Paul

    October 7, 2019
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    D.I.Y. Isla Mujeres Tour

    November 8, 2019
    An image of Debbie Olsen and family on the Heart Mountain hike near Canmore, Alberta.

    Heart Mountain Hike – Big Adventure Near Canmore

    April 25, 2020
  • An image of Echo Dale Regional Park paddling Lake and cliffs in summer in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada.
    Articles,  Travel Inspiration

    Summer Fun in Canada’s Sunniest City – Medicine Hat

    July 10, 2021 /

    Medicine Hat sits squarely in the sunbelt of Canada and receives an average of 2544 hours of sunshine every year, making it the sunniest city in Canada. In The Hat, you can bask in the sun 330 days a year. The city’s sunshine trolley transit system proudly proclaims the fact on the back of all of its trolley buses. With all that sunshine, it stands to reason that Hatters know how to celebrate summer better than anyone else. Here are some suggestions for the best ways to enjoy summer fun in Medicine Hat. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these…

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    November 5, 2019
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    Best Zion National Park Hikes

    October 22, 2018
    An image of a couple and a dog at Halfway River Hot Springs in British Columbia, Canada.

    Halfway Hot Springs – A Natural Oasis

    May 2, 2021
  • An image of the antique jammer bus owned by SunDog Tours in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada.
    Articles,  Travel Inspiration

    Jasper Jammer Tours – The Newest Adventure in Jasper National Park

    May 18, 2021 /

    There’s a new sightseeing adventure in Jasper National Park. Sundog Tours is offering sightseeing tours in a fully refurbished 1939 Jammer Bus. You can rent the entire bus for a private tour or enjoy a group sightseeing tour. We were the first media to try out the new tour and we had a blast. It’s one of the most unique Jasper tours out there. 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. Thanks for your support! Why is it Called a Jammer Bus? The White…

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    Shadow Lake Lodge – Banff Backcountry Bliss

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    July 19, 2022
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  • An image of two women standing on the top of the Grassi Knob Trail hike in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada.
    Articles,  Outdoor Adventure

    Grassi Knob Trail Happy Dance

    May 8, 2021 /

    My legs burned as I ventured up the Grassi Knob trail near Canmore, Alberta. The thought of reaching the top is what motivated me to keep going. I was so happy my friends Jenna and Claire were along with me to experience this adventure. Grassi Knob is not a super well-known hike, but the views are fantastic and well worth the effort it takes to reach the top. To get to the top involves trail finding as well as a difficult climb, but it is well worth it to enjoy the breathtaking views of Canmore and the Three Sisters mountain range. There are affiliate links in this post. If you…

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