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10 Great Vacations for Nature Lovers

Do you dream about going snout-to-snout with a bear, or at least observing a bear from a safe and responsible distance? These 10 trips come with bears, rays, bison, and more!

Posted by Donna Heiderstadt on July 26, 2013 at 11:30:10 AM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Outdoors, Hiking, Alaska, Denali National Park, Florida, Snorkeling, North Carolina, Skiing, British Columbia, Texas, Hawaii, Big Island, Belize, Yellowstone National Park, Costa Rica
Just Back From: Calgary Stampede

Canada loves cowboys; so much so that every July, the world's richest outdoor rodeo on the planet takes place in Calgary, Alberta. We giddied up to this year's event, and lived to tell the tale.

Posted by Trish Friesen on July 17, 2013 at 4:39:36 PM EDT in Events Tagged: Events, Festivals, Animals
Remote, Chic Fogo Island Inn Opens in Canada

If you have visions of a luxe, modern getaway set against a classic craggy Canadian shore, you're now in luck. Fogo Island Inn is gorgeous, remote, modern, and stays true to its local roots.

Posted by Kristine Hansen on July 16, 2013 at 8:54:17 AM EDT in News, Hotels Tagged: News
5 Reasons to Go to Toronto Now

Toronto has always been one of our northern neighbor's hot-spots for art, music, food, and nightlife, but this cool Canadian city really comes alive in the summer. And we think now is the time to check it out.

Posted by Shayla Martin on July 11, 2013 at 1:53:50 PM EDT in Arts & Culture, Trip Ideas, Shopping, Restaurants, Hotels Tagged: Toronto, Ontario,
Niagara Falls from Every Angle

Niagara Falls is a bucket-list-worthy sight to behold, whether you're ogling it from the Canada side, the NY side, or both. Here's how to check it out from every angle.

Posted by Haley Shapley on June 19, 2013 at 12:27:55 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, Outdoors Tagged: Niagara Falls, New York, Ontario,
Perfect Summer Road Trip: Cape Breton, Nova Scotia

Cape Breton is a lush, emerald jewel on Canada's eastern coastline. With Scottish heritage, stunning rocky shores, and deep green valleys, it makes a dramatic backdrop for a summer road trip.

Posted by Adam Hodge on June 06, 2013 at 11:34:03 AM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Nova Scotia, Road Trips, Summer
4 Great Canadian Road Trips

Summer is the best time to explore Canada's expanses by car—the snow is gone, wildflowers are in bloom, and what's a summer road trip without fresh seafood? Here are four ways to go.

Posted by Trish Friesen on May 28, 2013 at 11:35:43 AM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Road Trips, Vancouver, Montreal, Nova Scotia, Summer
5 Reasons to Go to Vancouver Now

Nature factors into everything in Vancouver, from the diverse and thriving food scene to the ample opportunities to hike high and swim low. Spring and summer is the best time to experience it all.

Posted by Trish Friesen on May 03, 2013 at 11:38:54 AM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Vancouver, City Getaways
Where to Eat in Toronto Now

Canada's largest city is a terrific food destination with five Chinatowns, two Little Italys, a Greektown, and a constant string of openings. From Yorkville to Ossington Ave, here's where to dine now.

Posted by Kathleen Squires on April 23, 2013 at 5:11:53 PM EDT in Restaurants Tagged: Restaurants, Toronto,
Just Back From: The Canadian Rockies

Surrounded by the jagged, snow-dusted Rockies on every side, Canmore is an adventurer's (and a photographer's) dream, where you can indulge in the great outdoors all year round.

Posted by Trish Friesen on April 15, 2013 at 8:58:55 AM EDT in Outdoors, Trip Ideas Tagged: Hiking, Outdoors