For spa lovers, the best reason to visit the Great White North may be to explore its proliferation of Nordic spas. Scandinavian baths or Nordic spas are a time-honored tradition, especially in chillier climates. As the name suggests, this therapeutic tradition originated in Northern Europe, but Canada has jumped on the thermal bath bandwagon like […]
Canmore with Kids ~ Activities for All Seasons Near Banff National Park
November 3, 2016 51 Comments
Most people know Banff National Park, but few have heard of its sweet little sister, Canmore. Located five minutes outside Canada’s most famous National Park, Canmore is a gem of a mountain town that’s well suited for families. With affordable accommodation options and kid-pleasing activities it’s a go-to for many Calgarians (like me!). Tourists go to Banff; […]
Calgary Stampede with Kids ~ So Much More than a Rodeo!
June 8, 2016 4 Comments
With a top-notch zoo, science center and historical village, Calgary in Alberta, Canada is flush with family attractions. The big draw, however, is the Calgary Stampede. Billing itself as the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, the Stampede is so much more than a rodeo. For 10 days each July, the entire city gets behind this western extravaganza. […]
