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20 things I’m thankful for in 2019

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog

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

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | topic

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...

SiOnyx Aurora Night Vision Camera Review

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog

This is a sponsored partnership with SiOnyx. All opinions in the review are my own. Outdoor adventures are our passion and if you’ve been reading our blog or follow us on Instagram, it’s pretty obvious. I also love being able to take pictures of our adventures so we...

Canadian Rockies Road Trip Itinerary: 5 National Parks in 2 Weeks

by Michal Dorica | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Canada, Road trips and Hitchhiking

Always wanted to visit the Canadian mountains? Don’t know where to start planning your trip? Our Canadian Rockies itinerary will help you schedule and plan your road trip. We spend every summer road tripping in the Rockies. The Canadian Rockies road trip includes all...

Epic Places for Ice Skating in Banff & Canmore (+Video)

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Canada, Winter Sports

Ice skating in Banff on a frozen lake surrounded by mountains is the most Canadian thing ever. The ultimate winter adventure is a bucket list for everyone visiting the Canadian Rockies. Learn everything you need to know – where to skate, when the best time to head out...

30 Amazing Things to Do in Fernie, British Columbia

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Biking, Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking, Running, Water Activities, Wildlife and Nature, Winter Sports

Fernie is a charming little mountain town that lies on the southern end of the Canadian Rockies. It’s a little-known adventure playground and we want to show you all the amazing things you can do while visiting. Located in the Canadian Rockies of British Columbia, the...

Wilcox Pass: All Info You Need for Wilcox Pass Hike, Jasper National Park

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking

Wilcox Pass is a stunning 8 km hike in Jasper National Park. For a little effort, you’ll be rewarded with unique views of Athabasca Glacier and Snow Dome Glacier as you pass the bighorn sheep who frequent the area. There are many beautiful hikes in the Canadian...

Valley of the Five Lakes, Jasper National Park

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 17, 2025 | Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking

Valley of the Five Lakes is an incredibly beautiful and easy hike in Jasper National Park. The trail goes around five emerald lakes in different shades and it’s only 5.5 km long so anybody can experience it. Because Jasper is situated in a large spread out valley, it...