Boom Lake Hike in Banff National Park
Boom Lake Hike is a little-known easy trail in Banff National Park, ending at a large gorgeous lake with Boom Mountain in the background. Whether hiking in summer or cross country skiing in winter, it’s a picturesque year-round destination. With the exponential growth...
Grassi Lakes: A Complete Guide to Grassi Lakes Hike Near Canmore
Grassi Lakes Hike is a little uphill trail to emerald and turquoise lakes with a few benches waiting for you to chill out and enjoy a breathtaking view of the mountain town Canmore in the Canadian Rockies. There are several walks and small hikes in Canmore and all of...
Galatea Lakes & Lillian Lake Hike, Kananaskis
While Kananaskis Country in the Canadian Rockies is popular for scrambling or hiking to the mountain tops, a few other hikes are offering different scenery. Galatea Lakes and Lillian Lake Hike is one of the most popular featuring three breathtaking lakes with changing...
Complete Guide to Camping in Jasper National Park in 2026
Imagine waking up to singing birds, fresh mountain air mixed with the smell of pine trees and sun rays shining through the trees. That’s what camping in Jasper National Park is all about. We’ve camped in most of Jasper’s campgrounds, and this is our guide to help you...
Complete Guide to Camping in Banff National Park in 2026
Staying right in the middle of the oldest national park in Canada has its charm. That is if you’re away from busy streets and constant crowds. Camping in Banff National Park is a great option to enjoy nature to the fullest, and we’re sharing the best campgrounds in...
20 things I’m thankful for in 2019
New Year is a time of reflection for me. I reflect on the previous year, what I’ve learnt, accomplished and in what areas I want to improve going forward. I used to do this privately in my journal. Except for 2017, when I wrote a blog post ‘Year 2016 in review – 50...
Life Hacks for Traveling from One Coast of the United States to the Other
Disclaimer: This post is brought to you by RoadRunner Auto Transport. Thanks for supporting the companies that support Travel with the Smile. If you are taking a trip from the east coast to the west coast or vice-versa, the preparation as well as the actual trip...About us
Hey guys, it’s nice to see you here! We’re Maya and Michal – nature lovers, adventure seekers and active travellers. Our mission is to inspire you to live more adventurously, try new things, discover off the beaten path places and provide you with the best tips for your next trip. Read more about us…
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