Lake Louise in Banff, Alberta is probably one of the most chosen scenes to represent the Canadian Rockies. On one end of the deep blue-green lake is a view of the Victoria Glacier amid mountain peaks, and at the other end, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. The Chateau was originally a much smaller …
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Road Trip Diary: A Family Affair in Calgary
If you check my online bio on any number of sites, it almost always mentions my love of travel and road trips. I am happiest when exploring. I got to do a little exploring this past summer and I returned to some favorite Canadian places. The highlight of a 5000 mile (8046.72 KM) road trip was …
Riding the Bow in Calgary Alberta
The Bow River as it flows between Baker Park and Bowness Park in Calgary Alberta. Official boats were the only watercraft allowed after a ban on the river post-flood. The ban has since been lifted. CBC News Calgary reported: "Conditions on the Bow River continue to be dangerous and pose a …