by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Canada, Exploring cities
Let us show you the most beautiful wall murals in Calgary with a downloadable map to find them. 2020 was a very strange year. There was a period when we weren’t allowed a trip to the mountains where we usually spend our free time. We started looking for more trips in...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Canada, Winter Sports
Growing up, I always thought cross country skiing is for the elderly who have trouble moving and can’t do any other winter sports. Maybe because the first time I saw cross country skiing was from my grandfather. But it couldn’t be further from the truth. Michal and I...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Canada, Winter Sports
December 2020 was a month full of new outdoor venues opening up. Ice bikes in Bowness Park, and new ice trails in Bowness & North Glenmore Parks. And of course, the center of this post, a new cross country ski trail in Calgary. I’ve written extensively about cross...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Jan 9, 2026 | Blog, Canada, Winter Sports
I’m sharing all outdoor rinks in Calgary with photos and detailed descriptions so you can go have fun outside in winter. When we moved to Calgary in 2012, I remember asking a Canadian girl what Calgarians do during long and cold winters. She told me: “We stay...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Canada, Winter Sports
Experience the winter bucket list in Calgary and go ice skating at Bowness Park Lagoon. It’s the most scenic outdoor rink and you’ll have a blast! We’ve been living in Calgary for several years but haven’t visited Bowness Park until we started a family....
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Nov 21, 2025 | Blog, Canada, Exploring cities
Zoolights in Calgary is a special yearly event when the Zoo transforms into a magical sparkly place for six weeks. The year 2025 marks 29 years of this Calgary holiday tradition. More than 2 million lights decorate the alleys of the Zoo. You can drink hot chocolate or...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | topic
Looking for a budget-friendly getaway this upcoming year? While vacationing may conjure visions of luxury hotels and 5-star dining, traveling doesn’t have to break the bank. If you’re looking for a low-cost adventure, you’ve come to the right place! Pack your passport...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Biking, Blog, Exploring cities, Hiking & Trekking, Inspiration, Road trips and Hitchhiking, Water Activities, Wildlife and Nature, Winter Sports
With limited travel options during this difficult time, it’s the perfect time to look at your backyard and discover new adventures close to you. No matter the size or difficulty, the most important thing is to have a good time when you can say in the end, “I’m so glad...