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  • An image of the Prince of Wales Hotel and the surrounding scenery in Waterton Lakes National Park, Alberta Canada
    Articles,  Travel Tips

    15 Fantastically Fun Things to do in Waterton

    April 13, 2020 /

    You might describe Waterton Lakes National Park as the little Canadian park that could. Waterton survived wildfires in 2017 and 2018 and has remained a fantastic travel destination. It’s the smallest of the Canadian Rockies national parks, but it is home to an incredible amount of wildlife, fantastic scenery and some amazing hiking trails. Here is our list of the top things to do in Waterton. 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. Take in the View – Prince of Wales Hotel As you…

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    Six Super Fun Halifax Tours

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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
    Articles,  Travel Inspiration

    Jasper Wildlife Watching – Amazing Photos and Tips

    November 1, 2019 /

    Jasper National Park is the largest and wildest of Canada’s Rocky Mountain Parks and it is a fantastic place for wildlife watching. On a recent visit, we rounded a corner on the Maligne Lake road and spotted a small herd of bighorn sheep including an absolutely enormous ram. His massive horns curled around his head and he looked up at us from a spot near the edge of the road. He was absolutely beautiful. Here are some of our favorite photos and some suggestions for how to find and photograph wildlife in Jasper. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these…

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    May 6, 2019

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

    Camping and Hiking at Abraham Lake

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  • An image of a woman entering the Rat's Nest Cave in Canmore, Alberta
    Articles,  Outdoor Adventure

    Canmore Cave Tours and a Claustrophobic Caver

    October 25, 2019 /

    Everyone has fears and phobias – even if they don’t like to admit it. Claustrophobia, the fear of being in small spaces, is one of mine. I know it’s irrational, but when I find myself stuck in a small space my heart starts to pound and I want to get out as quickly as possible. Sometimes I panic, like the time I got stuck in the ladies bathroom at a Subway restaurant when the doorknob broke. Knowing this, you might wonder why I signed myself and my family up for a guided tour of the Rat’s Nest Cave with Canmore Cave Tours. And you might be surprised to learn that…

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    An image of two people feeding a wolfdog at Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary near Calgary, Alberta.

    Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary – A Howling Adventure Near Calgary

    January 8, 2022
    An image of Allstones Lake in Bighorn Backcountry in Davod Thompson Country, Alberta, Canada.

    Allstones Lake – Adventure in Bighorn Backcountry

    May 18, 2020
    An image of a bus driving along a section of the Icefields Parkway in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada - Alberta road trips

    16 Amazing Alberta Road Trips to Experience Now

    August 17, 2020
  • An image of a woman hiking at Opal Hills in Jasper National Park. Photo by Ben Morin.
    Articles,  Outdoor Adventure

    10 Amazing Jasper Hikes

    July 30, 2019 /

    Jasper National Park is filled with breathtaking Canadian Rockies scenery and day hiking is the best way to experience it. Hike to the toe of an enormous glacier, climb to the top of a mountain, explore an incredible canyon or get a view of a sparkling blue lake. You don’t have to be a superhero to complete these amazing Jasper hikes, but the incredible views will make you feel like one. 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. Hike to the Toe of Athabasca…

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    An image of a couple standing in front of one of the Grassi Lakes - Canmore winter hikes and snowshoe trails

    Winter Hikes & Snowshoe Trails Near Canmore

    December 24, 2020
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    Great All Inclusive Family Vacations

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    An image of a woman looking at the Mendenhall Glacier near Juneau, Alaska

    Alaska Adventure – Taking the Public Transit Bus to Mendenhall Glacier

    April 29, 2019
  • An image of the Crescent Falls Upper Waterfall in David Thompson Country, Alberta - Crescent Falls Hike.
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    Crescent Falls Hike – Family Fun in Summer and Winter

    July 17, 2019 /

    The Crescent Falls hike leads to two stunning waterfalls in Alberta's David Thompson Country - a fabulous reward for novice hikers looking for adventure.

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    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 a couple holding a sturgeon in a river.

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

    November 26, 2020
    An image of the statue and signage that welcomes visitors to Ketchikan - Things to do in Ketchikan

    Things to do in Ketchikan

    March 16, 2019
  • An image of the view from the top of Table Mountain in Alberta, Canada
    Articles,  Outdoor Adventure

    Table Mountain, Alberta – A Most Instagramable Hike

    June 10, 2019 /

    Is Table Mountain, Alberta the most Instagramable hike in the Canadian Rockies? It's definitely on the short list. The best part - It only takes 4 hours to do this epic hike.

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    Hiking Mt Vesuvius – a Hike Into History

    July 9, 2019
    An image of a young woman watching rock climbers scaling a cliff above the Grassi Lakes in Canmore, Alberta - Grassi Lakes hike.

    Grassi Lakes Hike – Family Fun Near Canmore

    May 13, 2019
    An image of Maligne Lake in Jasper in early winter before the lake has frozen, but after the first snow - Jasper in Winter - 12 Stunning Photographs

    Jasper in Winter – 12 Stunning Photos

    December 18, 2018
  • An image of a young woman watching rock climbers scaling a cliff above the Grassi Lakes in Canmore, Alberta - Grassi Lakes hike.
    Articles,  Outdoor Adventure

    Grassi Lakes Hike – Family Fun Near Canmore

    May 13, 2019 /

    When faced with two divergent paths on the Grassi Lakes hike in the Canadian Rockies, follow Robert Frost's advice and take the road less traveled. You won't regret it.

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    Hiking Mt Vesuvius – a Hike Into History

    July 9, 2019
    An image of Baker Creek Mountain Resort in winter in Banff National Park near Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada

    Why You Should Visit Baker Creek Mountain Resort This Winter

    January 21, 2022

    Underwear Shopping & Other Fun Things to do in Truro

    November 21, 2019
  • An image of two people looking at the ice formations in Johnston Canyon in Banff National Park - Johnston Canyon Winter Hike
    Articles,  Outdoor Adventure

    Johnston Canyon Winter Hike & Ink Pots

    January 28, 2019 /

    Banff's Johnston Canyon winter hike and ink pots hike can be combined in a single day! The ice formations and spectacular. It's one of the prettiest hikes in the Canadian Rockies.

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    25 Fun Things to Do in Red Deer

    July 31, 2020
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    Why You Should Visit Baker Creek Mountain Resort This Winter

    January 21, 2022
    An image of Echo Dale Regional Park paddling Lake and cliffs in summer in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada.

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    July 10, 2021
  • An image of a person standing on the ice bubbles at Abraham Lake in Alberta. Photo by Debbie Olsen
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    Abraham Lake, Alberta – Ice Bubble Heaven

    January 25, 2019 /

    There are a few things you should know if you want to safely visit Abraham Lake in winter and get the best ice bubble pictures possible.

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    A Florida Everglades Airboat Tour

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    November 8, 2018
    An image of someone sitting in a red chair and taking in the view of the Athabasca Glacier on the Wilcox Pass lookout hike in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada.

    Wilcox Pass – The Hike with Absolutely Amazing Athabasca Glacier Views

    March 27, 2021
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    Alberta Hikes Help You Beat the Winter Blues

    January 23, 2019 /

    Chionophobia is the fear of snow and frigophobia is the fear of the cold. There you have it. I just diagnosed myself using the Internet. Despite my issues with Old Man Winter, I've discovered that Alberta hikes and outdoor activities can help you beat the winter blues.

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