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Category: Canada
Canada is right up there as one of our most favourite countries in the world that we have visited in recent years. With such a vast amount of landmass you won’t run out places to explore or things to do and if you’re into nature the wildlife and hiking on offer are second to none (just mind out for the bears and elk!).
If you’re looking for Canada travel tips & advice or to read about our experience of travelling in Canada look no further than our Canada travel blog.
Explore: North America > Alberta | British Columbia
Visiting The Athabasca Falls In Jasper National Park
There’s no denying that Jasper National Park is one of the most beautiful places on the planet. With mountainous landscapes, crystal clear lakes and an abundance of wildlife you’ll be hard pressed to find a reason not to love things[…]
Staying At The Fox Hotel & Suites In Banff
Picking the perfect hotel to spend a few nights is always a little stressful. There’s the usual toss up between convenience of location vs price, traditional vs contemporary and whether or not to listen to the few bad experience reviews[…]
Having A Laugh At A-maze-ing Laughter In Vancouver
Vancouver doesn’t seem to take itself too seriously which is one of the top reasons why I think it’s the best city in the world. There is a real absence of pretentiousness across the city which makes it both a[…]
Experiencing The Powerful Sunwapta Falls In Jasper National Park
It seems that no matter where you go in Alberta or more specifically, Jasper National Park, there’s a waterfall to be discovered and photographed. The Athabasca Falls are arguably the most spectacular in the national park however the Sunwapta Falls[…]
Discovering The Stunning Moraine Lake In Banff National Park
There are so many lakes in Banff National Park that it can be difficult to know which ones to head to when you visit. There are however the big 3; the obvious choices that everyone should make their way to[…]
Finding Calm At The Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden In Vancouver
Vancouver is probably our favourite city in the world. It has it all. Beaches, mountains, harbours, parks, history, newness, jobs and a fantastic food and drink offering. Seriously, what’s not to like about this incredible place? Hidden amongst all of[…]
Hiking To The Toe Of Canada’s Athabasca Glacier
Heading to Canada means outdoor activities. Fact. With so many beautiful landscapes, lakes and mountains to discover there really is very little reason to stick to a single location or indeed hole up in a city hotel for too long.[…]
Visiting The Beautifully Blue Peyto Lake In Banff National Park
In 2017 we headed to Canada and explored the sights and sounds of Banff National Park. Surrounded by incredible views of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, Banff National Park was simply breathtaking but more so for the beautiful lakes that were[…]
Hiking To The Mistaya Canyon In Banff National Park
Whilst exploring Canada and the Rocky Mountains you’ll be hard pressed to find somewhere that doesn’t offer you a lake to walk around, river to canoe in, wildlife to observe or breathtaking view to feel humbled by. They are around[…]
Hiking From Lake Louise To Lake Agnes Tea House
If you are planning to explore Alberta in Canada this year I’m almost certain that you will have already added Lake Louise to your list of destinations. There are actually very few things to do in Lake Louise town itself so chances[…]
Roxy Burger – The Best Burgers In Vancouver?
Whilst exploring cities around the world you’ve got to eat! That’s a no brainier. However there’s always that strong temptation to go out for dinner at some of the top rated restaurants from guide books or those places that you’ve[…]
Top Things To Do In Vancouver This Year
If you’re planning a trip to the west coast of Canada this year make sure you head to the city of Vancouver. With its modern architecture, diverse communities and coastal views this is a city that you cannot afford to[…]
Canoeing The Bow River In Banff
When most people think about Banff the immediate association is with it being a world renowned ski resort. And it really is fantastic for skiing when the snow has come down. What it is also good for however are other[…]
Visiting The Breathtaking Lake Louise In Banff National Park
When heading out to the Canadian Rockies you quickly find that there are so many lakes in Alberta that it can feel a little overwhelming to know which ones you should take the time out to visit. There are however plenty[…]
Hiking The Johnston Canyon Trail In Banff National Park
The Johnston Canyon trail in Banff National Park is a great way to spend a couple of hours either by yourself, with family/friends or with your favourite canine. Located just outside of Banff, Johnston Canyon is an easy excursion to[…]
Visiting Gap Lake In Banff National Park
We are completely in love with Banff National Park and there are so many lakes to visit it’s difficult to know which ones to stop at and which ones to pass on by. One which we really enjoyed however is[…]
Staying At Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott, Kamloops BC
Here at Ambition Earth we have been touring around western Canada and recently made the road trip from Jasper in Alberta to Vancouver in British Columbia. This drive is around 900km so to break up the journey we made a[…]
Staying At L’Hermitage, Vancouver’s #1 Rated Hotel
The final stop on the Ambition Earth team’s fortnight in Canada was Vancouver and what better way to enjoy the city than to stay in the top rated hotel in the city (according to TripAdvisor), L’Hermitage. Boutique Room For the[…]
Visiting Two Jack Lake In Banff National Park
If you are planning to spend some time in Banff this year there are numerous lakes in the area which should be added to your itinerary. One which we believe you shouldn’t miss is the beautiful Two Jack Lake. Things[…]