by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated May 13, 2022 | 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, itβs 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, βIβm so glad...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated May 31, 2025 | Adventures, Blog, Canada, Exploring cities
The small town of Drumheller, lying in the Red River Valley, has a unique charm. Step into a western movie, hike in the canyons, discover the dinosaurs and explore awesome and quirky things to do in Drumheller and its remarkable landscape. When we first...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Aug 21, 2023 | Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking
Mountain peaks of Canadian Rockies as far as you can see, view of Spray & Bow Valleys, Lake Minnewanka and the Town of Banff. While the gondola is the most popular attraction in Banff, thereβs a more active and budget option for how to get to the top β the Sulphur...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Jan 27, 2022 | Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking
The clean alpine air, the smell of the pine trees and mountain views all around you. Can you imagine? Banff National Park, the most popular Canadian park is a real heaven for outdoor enthusiasts. We compiled a list of 20 best hikes in Banff National Park. Our detailed...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Jan 25, 2022 | Adventures, Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking, Road trips and Hitchhiking, Water Activities
The Icefields Parkway has been named one of the world’s most scenic drives by many international publications. It’s a gorgeous road between Lake Louise and Jasper with never-ending glaciers, waterfalls, lakes, mountains, and wildlife. Experience the best...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Jan 4, 2022 | Adventures, Blog, Canada, Hiking & Trekking
While Ha Ling Peak Hike is the most popular in Canmore, its neighbour Mount Lawrence Grassi offers the same views without the crowds on the trail (but itβs not easy). Read our comparison to choose which one is best for you. Hiking in the Canadian Rockies is more...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Apr 29, 2025 | Blog, Canada, Road trips and Hitchhiking, Travel Tips
I can speak from experience that Canada is not the cheapest place to visit. Itβs considered expensive. Iβm using the word βconsideredβ intentionally because I think Canada is only as expensive as you make it. It is absolutely possible to visit on a budget. This guide...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Jan 6, 2024 | Blog, Canada, Travel Tips
Are you planning a trip to Banff? Do you want to know when is the best time to visit Banff National Park, one of the most popular places in Canada? Itβs understandable that choosing your travel date is not an easy task. Worry no more. This is exactly what you need to...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Nov 11, 2019 | Blog, Stories from the road
With closing the year of 2016, people stop and think what went well and what went wrong throughout the year. And I did the same. But Iβm also trying to see the bad as part of the good. I learnt to change focus from the negative to the positive side of the situation....
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Apr 29, 2025 | Adventures, Biking, Blog, Canada, Exploring cities, Hiking & Trekking, Running
Vancouver offers endless possibilities for outdoor activities. No wonder itβs the #1 big city that foreigners and Canadians choose to live in. The first time we visited Vancouver was in the spring, in May, few years back. We were coming from Calgary after a long and...