Day Trips

Where to Snowshoe and Cross Country Ski in Edmonton: The Ultimate Guide!

Edmonton Events Day Trips, News & Reviews, Parks & Pathways

Looking for some fresh, frosty family fun? Get outside and get a great workout with a couple of the season’s best activities – and keep this Family Fun Edmonton Ultimate Guide handy: Where to Snowshoe and Cross Country Ski in Edmonton and area. North ...Read More

7 Ways to Walk on the Wild Side in Calgary

Edmonton Events Day Trips, News & Reviews, Sponsored

What kind of thrill seeker are you? Whether you are interested in watching wild animals at the Calgary Zoo or taking a wild ride at Calaway Park, there are plenty of ways to walk on the wild side in Calgary. And just for you, ...Read More

oTENTiks at Elk Island National Park

Jen Mallia Day Trips, News & Reviews, Parks & Pathways

My four year old stands on the sturdy Muskoka chairs ringing the (unlit!) campfire and shouts “I love you nature!” Not to be out done, the seven year old performs a jumping high kick and channels his inner rock god with a screechy “Thank ...Read More

It’s almost Back to School Time! Here are Some Great Edmonton Field Trips!

Nerissa McNaughton Day Trips, News & Reviews

If you are looking for an exciting Edmonton field trip opportunity for your class, you’ll have no shortage of options in the Capital region. Here are just a few of the places where your students will learn something new while creating lasting memories with their ...Read More

48 Hours of Fun in Sylvan Lake

Jen Mallia Day Trips, News & Reviews

Yes you can make a vacation out of a weekend getaway! Here’s how to make the most with only 48 Hours of Fun in Sylvan Lake. For parents with memories of carefree good times at the sleepy lakeside town, Sylvan Lake holds some pleasant ...Read More

Sylvan Lake Aqua Splash NOW OPEN! Are you Ready to Wibit at Sylvan Lake?

Edmonton Events Day Trips, News & Reviews

Get ready to Wibit at Sylvan Lake! One of central Alberta’s favourite lakes is ready to add to the summer fun with the new addition of the Wibit Sylvan Lake Aqua Park! NOW OPEN the new aqua park will feature interlocking inflatable modules and is the ...Read More

Get Out of Town! 5 Epic Edmonton Day Trips

Nerissa McNaughton Day Trips, News & Reviews

It’s no secret that the economy hasn’t been robust lately, but that hasn’t dampened Edmontonians enthusiasm for travel. If you are short on funds, short on time, or just looking for a change of pace for you and your kids during this summer, here ...Read More

Three Small Town Festivals You Didn’t Know Existed Close to Edmonton!

Nerissa McNaughton Day Trips, Festivals, News & Reviews

If you live in Edmonton area, you are familiar with why its called the Festival City, but take a quick drive to the west on Hwy 16, and you’ll discover three small town festivals you won’t want to miss. Beguiling Bluegrass Just 45 minutes ...Read More

Foodie Family Road Trip to Lacombe, Alberta

Family Fun Canada Day Trips, News & Reviews

When reflecting on my childhood growing up in Lacombe, Alberta, food does not immediately jump into my mind. Back then (and still today), Lacombe was perhaps best known for its historical downtown, including the famous flatiron building and the abundance of murals depicting life ...Read More