Month: October 2016
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How to spot the Northern Lights in Canada
Spotting the Northern Lights (aurora borealis) is high on just about everybody’s bucket list. Learning how to view the Northern Lights in Canada is surprisingly simple, and while they’re not the easiest natural phenomenon to come across, be warned they will require some late nights. With the right surroundings, some careful planning, and a touch of…
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When a backpacker travels across Canada, this happens.
Hi Hostels Canada recently sent one backpacker on a cross Canada journey and recorded it to give the rest of a taste of what it’s all like. This travel video hits some quintessential Canadian destinations, such as Banff, Whistler, Lake Louise, Tofino, and countless treks through Canadian Wilderness. This video doesn’t just focus on the outdoors, it…
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Bus Travel is still one of the cheapest transportation options, and it just got better!
I’ve written a lot about flights in Canada, and complain quite often about how expensive they can be. I’ve stacked up the Airlines, welcomed new ones, and even wrote about why you might want to pick trains over planes. But the trusty bus doesn’t get as much love, despite it being one of the cheapest transportation…
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Huge views and Tiny Homes in Waterton Lakes National Park
Waterton Lakes National Park is tucked away in the southwest corner of Alberta, hugging the American border, nestled between Mt Crandell and Vimy Peak. Established in 1932 this amazing national park is one park you have to commit a full weekend to. My wife and I recently set off on a long weekend exploration of the park to…