High School Graduation is a major milestone to be celebrated, especially after two years of academic performance amidst a pandemic. Our kids are resilient beings who have put in years of hard work, exam writing and fine social balance dotted with spurts of elation, tears, extra curricular schedules, mask mandates, online learning, uncertainty and senior […]
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The Moose Hotel & Suites Banff: Making Memories out of Milestones
Sitting on an expansive balcony at the Moose Hotel & Suites Banff is an incredible fortune indeed. Not only due to the luxury of sweeping views and complete serenity, but because of the simple fact that we are sometimes gifted the opportunity of reflection. In this rich space of mindfulness we achieve a deeper appreciation for […]
From Water to Wine: An Okanagan Vacation at Walnut Beach Resort in Osoyoos, British Columbia
OKANAGAN VALLEY, BRITISH COLUMBIA Winding along Route 97 and the roughly 200 km stretch of Okanagan Valley in beautiful British Columbia, is a veritable feast for the senses. The taste of fresh picked peaches, apricots and cherries lingers on your tongue, while the sweet, soothing scents of sage and lavender hang in the air. A […]
The Ultimate Alberta Road Trip: An 1100 km Guide to the Icefields Parkway through Jasper and Banff National Parks
Alberta, pinch yourself. This your backyard. So go out and play. 2020 quarantine has put some dust on our travel wings, and as restrictions lift and regional tourism opens up, we are ready to stretch them out and shake them off! This is our favorite road trip loop down the Icefields Parkway through Jasper and […]
Brunch and Bakeries: Exploring Edmonton’s Old Strathcona Neighborhood with Alberta Food Tours
“Food is our common ground, a universal experience.” – James Beard – Food is an intricate pathway of connection, a network linking us to our emotional and physical self, our family and friends, to local businesses and global growers. Food is an indulgence, a pleasure, a vital necessity, housing the power to both heal and […]
Shadow Lake Lodge: A Back Country Hike-in Experience in Banff National Park, Canada
Deep in the heart of world renowned Banff National Park, nestled among the majestic peaks of the Rocky Mountains, lies a lush green meadow dotted by a quaint row of cabins that make up Shadow Lake Lodge. At a pristine emerald lake nearby, a fly-rod dances in the air and a family stops for a […]
Folk, Flavour and Fringe: A Local’s Guide to Summer Activities in Edmonton, Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta, isn’t your average capital. It is a destination that beats to its own unique rhythm on a drum of cultural diversity. Home to roughly 1 million residents, Edmonton is a proud Canadian hub that boasts spectacular skyline views, a dark sky preserve, a world renowned festival scene and the largest urban parkland in […]
Luxury, Location and Long Bars: A Stay at the Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston
I imagine this is how Alice felt, unsure which parts of her lavishly dramatic world were a dream and which parts still held footing in reality. Swirls of brilliance and magical mirrors, deep rose reds and ornate door handles that surely lead to worlds of enchantment. I believe there was also something about a momentous […]
Horsing Around: A Night of Thoroughbred Racing in Edmonton, Alberta
“There is something about the outside of a horse, that is good for the inside of a man.” -Winston Churchill- There is something nostalgic about walking the grounds of a stable, the earthy mixture of dirt and hay, manes and tails. It is the sound of hooves, the neighs and the nickers. A blow of […]
Fairmont Hotel Macdonald: A Mother-Daughter Weekend in the Fairytale Castle of Edmonton
“Whether for business or pleasure, Fairmont Hotel Macdonald has the attentive staff and luxurious accommodations to make your stay a graceful complement to the fun that abounds just outside our doors.” -Fairmont Hotel Macdonald- From the Edmonton River Valley it looms, a majestic combination of copper and limestone, radiating a romantic elegance in a tale that weaves […]