Travel Stories

Discover authentic travel stories from local experts and fellow adventurers, sharing hidden gems, cultural insights, and memories of Canada's most remarkable places.

Haida Gwaii, British Columbia
Indigenous Tourism
Cultural Preservation
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Reclaiming Our Stories: Indigenous Tourism in Haida Gwaii

How a community-led tourism initiative is helping the Haida Nation preserve cultural knowledge while creating economic opportunities that respect traditional values.

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Lisa Davidson

10 min readApr 11, 2025
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Various, Nova Scotia
Culinary Tourism
Maritime Cuisine
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Flavors of the Maritimes: A Culinary Road Trip

From lobster rolls by the harbor to artisanal cheese in rural farmsteads, this 10-day culinary journey showcases the best of Nova Scotia's food scene.

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Claire Williams

11 min readMar 19, 2025
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East Coast Trail, Newfoundland and Labrador
Solo Travel
Hiking
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Breaking Trail: A Woman's Solo Journey on the East Coast Trail

My 10-day solo hike along Newfoundland's rugged coastline taught me about resilience, the kindness of strangers, and the wild beauty of Canada's easternmost province.

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Sarah Johnston

12 min readMar 3, 2025
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Kluane National Park, Yukon
Wilderness Guide
Yukon
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The Secret Life of a Yukon Wilderness Guide

After 15 years leading expeditions through Canada's northern wilderness, I've collected stories that few ever hear—from close encounters with grizzlies to the indescribable magic of the northern lights.

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Robert MacKenzie

15 min readFeb 24, 2025
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Ghost River Valley, Alberta
Ice Climbing
Winter Adventure
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Chasing Ice: Winter Climbing in the Ghost River Valley

The challenge and beauty of ice climbing in one of Alberta's most rugged and remote winter playgrounds.

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Miguel Sanchez

8 min readJan 30, 2025
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Tofino, British Columbia
Forest Bathing
Wellness
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Finding Peace in the Ancient Cedars of Tofino

How a weekend forest bathing retreat in the old-growth forests of Vancouver Island transformed my relationship with nature and myself.

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Emily Chang

7 min readJan 15, 2025
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