Alberta

Wondering where to travel to in Alberta for the perfect zen experience? You've come to the right place.

Alberta is a province brimming with opportunities to connect with nature, culture, and yourself. From the legendary peaks of the Rockies to the expansive prairies, there are countless things to do in Alberta for those seeking transformative travel.

Whether it's hiking scenic travels, experiencing Indigenous traditions, or treading on nordic skis, Alberta is the inspiration to your next journey. Browse our stories below to plan your visit and create meaningful memories that leave you rejuvenated and refreshed.

Sunset at the top of Misery Mountain, Peace River, AB.
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It’s taken years of work, from engaging local authorities to raising funds and planning to finally...

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View of downtown Calgary, AB, from St. Patrick's Island.
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Over the last decade Calgary has prioritized cycling infrastructure. With 1,000 kilometres of...

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Biking to a view of the North Saskatchewan River and downtown Edmonton from Walterdale Hill, Edmonton, AB.
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Did you know Edmonton, AB, is home to the largest stretch of connected urban parkland in North...

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Hucking into South Bear Creek bike trails, Grande Prairie, AB.
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Biking, golfing, camping, hiking and (nearby) breweries—the South Bear Creek recreation area is an...

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Here, where the horizon clings to the dawn seemingly forever, you’ll find some of Canada’s newest...

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A farmer's market on the riverfront, great paddling on the river and lakes, trails through the...

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A view of Abbott Pass hike on the Alberta British Columbia boarder known as the Continental Divide
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Some sun, a gentle breeze, a well-packed trail lunch... what could be the perfect day can easily go...

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Sunset from the Journey North Cider Co. patio.
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In the fiery glow of a prairie sunset, seen from the balcony of Journey North Cider Co., the trio of...

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Morning by the fire at Hideaway Adventure Grounds near Lac La Biche, AB.
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Camping overnight in a trapper’s tent at Hideaway Adventure Grounds, in Kikino Métis Settlement, Amy...

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Riding bikes along the lake at Vermilion Provincial Park
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What’s green, blue and ridden all over? The bike trails by the lake in Vermilion Provincial Park...

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Camping in a trapper's tent at Métis Crossing transports visitors back to the late 19th century...

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If you hike anywhere in Western Canada you should be educated on bear safety and what to do if you...

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Black bear and cub in B.C.
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When you sense danger do you stand and fight or flee? As it turns out, mothers across almost every...

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Mother's Day forest walk
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Oh no. I just looked up Mother’s Day on Wikipedia. Did you know the modern celebration of Mother’s...

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Hinton Alberta William A Switzer Provincial Park Nordic Cross Country Skiing
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One of delightful side-effects of living in a place where the outdoor activities are endless is that...

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Whitecourt Alberta Eastlink Park Snowboarding Skiing
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Natanya Gunderson has been a life-long skier – and took up snowboarding at the age of 30 – but she...

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Rocky Mountain House Alberta Ice Fishing
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Getting outside on a gorgeous Alberta blue sky winter day for a bit of ice fishing is so much better...

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Drayton Valley Alberta SkiNorthAB Nordic Cross Country Skiing
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It’s a little-known fact - except to perhaps hard-core Nordic skiers – that Drayton Valley ranks...

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