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An image of the Yukon northern lights in winter with two tipis in the foreground. — Some of the most amazing accommodations do not have electricity. Photo by Greg Olsen.

CPAP Backup Battery for Camping and Power Outages – Bluetti Power Stations Review – Solar Powered or Plug-in

Some of the best accommodations in the world’s most beautiful places do not have electricity and that can be a problem if you sleep with a CPAP. Before you read this review of the Bluetti EB3A Power Source, you should know why you need one. A portable solar-powered battery pack is great for camping. You can use it to charge phones, computers and other electronic devices when there is no power source onsite. But if you have sleep apnea, a CPAP backup battery can be essential for your health. Not having a power source for my CPAP machine has limited the amount of tent camping we have done in recent years. That’s why I tested out the Bluetti Power Station …

September 20, 2023

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An image of Echo Dale Regional Park paddling Lake and cliffs in summer in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada.

Alberta, Articles, Canada, Canada Provinces, Experiences, Things To Do, Travel Inspiration

Summer Fun in Canada’s Sunniest City – Medicine Hat

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 links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission …

July 10, 2021

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An image of Abraham Lake, one of the prettiest spots in the Canadian Rockies in Alberta, Canada. — Abraham Lake is one of the prettiest spots in the Canadian Rockies in Alberta, Canada.

Alberta, Articles, Canada, Canada Provinces, Hike, Outdoor Adventure, Things To Do

Camping and Hiking at Abraham Lake

Word is starting to get out – Abraham Lake camping and hiking adventures are some of the best in the Rocky Mountains. You can camp near this beautiful lake for free and enjoy lovely mountain scenery and wonderful hiking trails without paying the fees associated with entering a national park. Bighorn Backcountry, also known as David Thompson Country, is one of the prettiest places in Canada. 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! About Abraham Lake and David Thompson Country With a surface area of nearly 54 square kilometres, Abraham Lake …

April 29, 2021

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An image of the sandy shores of Lake Newell at Kinbrook Island Provincial Park near Brooks, Alberta.

Articles, Outdoor Adventure

Lake Newell & Kinbrook Island – Alberta’s Best Kept Secret

You don’t have to travel to a tropical island to find warm water and sandy beaches in Alberta – not in the summer anyways. Fourteen kilometres south of Brooks lies Lake Newell, one of the largest and warmest man made lakes in the province. The broad sandy beach at Kinbrook Island Provincial Park is a real treat on a sunny day and there are nice playgrounds and campgrounds there. Other activities include boating, fishing and birding. It’s a beautiful place to be on a warm day and there are plenty of warm days in this arid region of southern Alberta. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman …

June 8, 2020

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An image of the Battle River Valley in Big Knife Provincial Park in Alberta, Canada.

Articles, Outdoor Adventure

Big Knife Provincial Park – Explore a Hidden Gem

The road less traveled provides the opportunity to experience beautiful destinations that tend to be less crowded. You might describe these places as hidden gems. One such is Big Knife Provincial Park, a remarkable provincial park with beautiful scenery, hiking and camping. Big Knife Provincial Park is a wonderful place to reconnect with nature without the worry of coming in contact with large numbers of people. It’s a piece of paradise that feels all your own. 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. Where is Big Knife Provincial Park? Big Knife Provincial Park …

May 11, 2020

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An image of a little girl being lifted into the air on a family hike near Siffleur Falls, Alberta - Glamping in Alberta. — An image of a little girl being lifted into the air on a family hike near Siffleur Falls, Alberta – Glamping in Alberta.

Articles, Outdoor Adventure

How to go Glamping in Alberta

Glamping in Alberta is the perfect solution for those who enjoy being in the great outdoors, but don’t relish the idea of setting up a tent and sleeping on the hard ground. It’s what you get when you combine “glamour” and “camping.” Also known as Comfort Camping, glamping takes all the hard work out of camping. Glamping accommodations all offer some level of luxury like comfortable beds. running water and sometimes even private bathrooms with flush toilets. Here’s a list of ten amazing places to experience glamping in Alberta, Canada. 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 …

April 10, 2020

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