My Bucket List

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My bucket list: the sardine run, volunteering with chimps, climbing mountains and cycling along the Rhine River. What’s on your bucket list?

Our Take on Canadian-German Wedding Traditions

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Our take on a Canadian-German wedding involved log cutting and the Viennese Waltz but no dish breaking or bride stealing.

My Best of Travel 2011

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My Best of Travel 2011 includes destinations in Germany, Austria, England and Canada. Here’s to hoping that 2012 is just as good!

Lesser-Known Destinations in Western Canada

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Western Canada, with it’s bounty of superb mountains, abundant wildlife and wide-open spaces, holds great appeal for travelers looking for a unique Canadian adventure.

Miette Hotsprings – Home to some infamous residents

Miette Hotsprings, Jasper

Miette Hotsprings located in Jasper National Park in the Canadian Rockies is the hottest mineral bath in the Canadian Rockies. After a day of scrambling the day before, my muscles were aching and the Miette Hotsprings were calling my name.

Jasper Tramway – Canada’s Longest and Highest Guided Aerial Tramway

View from top of Jasper Tramway

Jasper tramway is the longest and highest guided aerial tramway in Canada and also the only aerial tramway in all of Jasper providing unbeatable views.

Columbia Icefields

Athabasca Glacier and Columbia Icefields

Did you know the Columbia Icefields are thicker than the Eiffel Tower and about the same height as the Empire State Building? Or how about home to one of the world’s only triple continental divide?

Grizzly Bear Viewing in Lake Louise

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Grizzly bear viewing is at its best at Lake Louise. Even if you don’t see a bear the scenery is incredible.

Just Married in the Canadian Rockies

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On my wedding day I learned that big horn sheep are telepathic and give wedding gifts! Who knew!

The Canadian Version of a Fortress

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It’s no secret that Germany is home to many fortresses and castles but you may be surprised to learn that the Canadian version of a fortress is much older than any of the fortresses you will find in Germany.

Camping in Kananaskis

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When camping in Kananaskis, check the trail report. We had to change our destination due to so much snow – in June. Fortunately our backup plan was camping near a waterfall.