5 Alberta Small Towns That Explode With Colour Every Autumn

HOT SUMMER GUIDE: Showcasing everything we love about Alberta. Fall is a season that can only be described as a cult favourite. People who love fall don’t just love fall. They live for it. If you love everything from a cozy sweater to a warm latte and everything in between, we’re willing to bet that you love scoping out gorgeous autumn leaves. Luckily for ...

September 18th, 2023 Read More »


5 Incredible Alberta Cideries To Sip Something Sweet This Autumn

HOT SUMMER GUIDE: Showcasing everything we love about Alberta. It’s cider season, Alberta! When fall comes around, it’s time to enjoy all things apple and all things pumpkin. Obviously, cider is on the menu. Luckily for us, some incredible cideries have popped up around Alberta over the past few years, so you can enjoy delicious cider while supporting local this fall. Here are a ...

September 14th, 2023 Read More »


Alberta Road Trip: The Iron Horse Trail

HOT SUMMER GUIDE: Showcasing everything we love about Alberta. The Iron Horse Trail is an important part of Alberta’s History. Active since the early 1700s, this trail has been used by the First Nations of Canada, by fur traders, and well into the 20th century as a route for settlers. Today the Iron Horse Trail continues to be well loved and well used – ...

September 13th, 2023 Read More »


This 10-km Trail Is Known As One Of The Best ‘Golden Larch Hikes’ In Alberta

HOT SUMMER GUIDE: Showcasing everything we love about Alberta. While Alberta may not be known for fall colours like other provinces like Ontario and British Columbia, we do have one pretty significant claim to fame: our golden larch trees. When cooler weather sinks in throughout the Canadian Rockies, the larch’s needles change colours from green to gold. Unlike other trees with needles, they will ...

September 11th, 2023 Read More »


This Iconic Alberta Donut Shop Gives Krispy Kreme A Run For Its Money

HOT SUMMER GUIDE: Showcasing everything we love about Alberta. Everyone loves a good donut. But we think you deserve a great donut. If you’ve got a sweet tooth and you’re looking for a truly unforgettable treat, we’ve got just the thing for you. Hidden away in Pigeon Lake, Alberta, you’ll find Holey Grail Bakery, a family-owned hotspot that’s been making history for over 50 ...

September 7th, 2023 Read More »


Alberta Roadside Attraction Trip: Part II – Public Art

HOT SUMMER GUIDE: Showcasing everything we love about Alberta. Now it’s time to take another tour, this time in celebration of the local artists that add beauty, intrigue, and thought-provoking art installations to public spaces. Slavo Cech First, local metal sculpture artist Slavo Cech talks about his art and the inspiration behind it. Slavo has more than 30 years’ experience designing beautiful metal sculptures ...

September 6th, 2023 Read More »


2 Rivers Converge Through Massive, Rugged Cliffs At This Hidden Alberta Spot

HOT SUMMER GUIDE: Showcasing everything we love about Alberta. One of our favourite things in the world is helping you uncover new natural wonders to discover around our province. While you might be wondering when we’re going to run out of places to spotlight, the answer is simple: never. Alberta is bursting at the seams with cool places to see, and we’ve got a ...

September 4th, 2023 Read More »


13 Unbeatable Events Popping Up Around Alberta In September

HOT SUMMER GUIDE: Showcasing everything we love about Alberta. Can you believe it? September has arrived. With September comes the first signs of autumn, including tons of unique, fall-forward events. This month is packed with incredible things to do around our province, and we don't want you to miss anything. Here's what we think you should throw on your calendar for the month ahead: ...

September 1st, 2023 Read More »


This Classic Alberta Diner Is Famous Around The Country For 40 Years Of Comfort Food

HOT SUMMER GUIDE: Showcasing everything we love about Alberta. Highlevel Diner is a beloved institution that’s been serving locals and visitors for nearly 40 years. The hotspot has been featured on the TV show You Gotta Eat Here, gaining notoriety around the country. If you weren’t aware, Alberta is an absolute goldmine for phenomenal diners. From hidden gems in tiny towns to cult favourites ...

August 31st, 2023 Read More »


The Kananaskis Vault: A (Failed) Cold War Bunker

HOT SUMMER GUIDE: Showcasing everything we love about Alberta. The Cold War, a period of political tension and military rivalry between the Soviet Union and the United States from the end of World War II until the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, resulted in a massive nuclear arms buildup and heightened fears of a nuclear war. The construction of underground bunkers was ...

August 30th, 2023 Read More »


Alberta Summer Roadtrip: 8 Reasons A Roadtrip To Westlock Is Exactly What The Doctor Ordered

HOT SUMMER GUIDE: Showcasing everything we love about Alberta. If you love discovering new spaces and places, an Alberta small-town tour might be in order. We love sharing the lesser-known destinations in our beautiful province. Not only are they filled with character and charm, but they offer such a genuine experience as they aren’t overrun with tourists and tourist attractions. If you want to ...

August 29th, 2023 Read More »