They’re Snow Farming in Canada: Banff Sunshine Village’s Alternative to Snowmaking
International Travel

They’re Snow Farming in Canada: Banff Sunshine Village’s Alternative to Snowmaking

You may be familiar with snow fences, but chances are you’ve never heard of snow farming, especially in the ski industry. I hadn’t heard of it until my recent 3 days in Banff, Canada with Ski Big 3. One thing I love to do while in a destination is learn about its sustainable practices so … Continue reading

How to Spend 3 Days in Banff, Canada on a Winter Vacation at Ski Big 3
3 Day Getaways / International Travel

How to Spend 3 Days in Banff, Canada on a Winter Vacation at Ski Big 3

Banff is one of my favorite places on the planet. It’s magical. This is my second time to Banff, with both visits being in winter. Banff has some of the best skiing in Canada and arguably in the world. With three resorts within Banff National Park, Ski Big 3 is a skier’s paradise, but it’s … Continue reading

The Garden You Have to See in Vancouver
Explore The Outdoors

The Garden You Have to See in Vancouver

In the bustling vibrant Chinatown district of Vancouver is a magical place of serenity and reflection.  Back in January when I was in Vancouver, I noticed a Chinese garden on a map, but it was already closed for the day by time I got there.  On a rainy Sunday morning before boarding a cruise ship … Continue reading

Banff’s Most Decadent Cheese Fondue (Recipe Included)
Travel Tastes

Banff’s Most Decadent Cheese Fondue (Recipe Included)

Who doesn’t love dipping bread into bubbling cheese for dinner? Offer me cheese fondue for dinner and my answer is always, “Yes please!” While staying at the Fairmont Banff Springs, I got to indulge in the most decadent cheese fondue at Grapes, one of the restaurants in the hotel. This cheese fondue is food coma … Continue reading