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.

Horse ride with Leaning Tree Trail Rides, Athabasca County
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Clucks and whinnies greet Caitlyn Chernish and Toni Shenfield as they walk towards the bright red...

Metis Crossing demonstration
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Fiddle song dances play lightly over the patio at Métis Crossing as Sameer Ahmed and his wife Salma...

A family prepared for beekeeping in Lac La Biche
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Buzzing envelops us as Rob Wicker holds out a panel of his honeybee hives for us to see. There, in...

A couple in the sun on a boat in Cold Lake
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Vast as Cold Lake is, you don’t have to go far to find fish. In just over an hour, Greg and Lisa...

A couple cozy up on a boat on the lake in Athabasca
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Grinning ear to ear and spraying a fan of water behind him, Josh Meredith skims past on a Sea-Doo...

A panoramic shot of Vermilion from a lookout point
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The cafe, the cheesemaker, the craft cocktail maker - it’s not a nursery rhyme, it’s an afternoon in...

A family kayaks on the lake in MD Bonnyville
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Dewy purple and magenta bursts of berries hang pendulously from the branches of eight-foot high...

A couple sits on the dock by a lake in Plamondon Lac La Biche
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As she bends over to look into the windows of the tiny church, Rosalie Subchuk sighs. Memories from...

A wide shot of two people enjoying a waterfall in Alberta
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Does your social media timeline need a boost of positivity and inspiration? These awesome people on...

A white dog sits on some rocks enjoying the alpine lake and mountain view
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From dog-friendly hikes, to a surprise encounter with wildlife in the mountains, to getting up close...

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Now that the sun and warmth have arrived, it's the perfect time to find a little peace of mind and...

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How can we act as good allies when we travel and explore in Western Canada?

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In Alberta, there’s no shortage of stops to make if you’re planning on taking some day trips this...

ZenSeekers 40-day challenge
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For a lot of us, the past year has been a whirlwind of social distance anxiety and confusion. Let's...

Kootenay dog portrait
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With all of us staying home from work and school because of the pandemic, we have more free time on...

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After weeks of social distancing and isolation, we’re all in need of some fresh ideas to stay...

#Vermiliononline Festival Vermilion businesses Covid 19 pandemic
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We’ve seen a lot of changes since the pandemic hit. Changes to how we work, how we play, how we...

Stanley Park, Vancouver BC
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In today’s world, many of us are arriving at a new understanding of what matters. The reality is we...