What’s your summer adventure wishlist looking like? Regardless of whether you’re an avid camper, an off-road enthusiast or a fishing fanatic, we’ve got you covered with this sampling of some of the most unique outdoor spots East of Edmonton to adventure through. Let’s get into it! In Smoky Lake, you can expect to do plenty of horseback riding, biking and camping in and around its grounds. The Hanmore Lake Campground has lots to do thanks to its two camp spots …
Let’s Go… Super Summer Festivals
Summer festival season is upon us. No matter what you’re into, you can rest assured knowing you’ll get an entire summer’s worth of entertainment in every possible way. Let’s get into just what’s waiting for us East of Edmonton this summer! M.D. Bonnyville – Cold Lake Air Show – July 20 – 22 The Cold Lake Air Show is coming back this year! The air show will be paying homage to the 60th anniversary formation of NORAD, the historic pact …
Elk Island National Park gets Magical in the Winter
Wintertime visits to Elk Island National Park provides a unique perspective on the Canadian wilderness. Trails feel brand new again and every animal that stayed behind for the winter feels all the more special for braving the cold with us. There’s nothing quite like catching a glimpse of wild bison roaming the white deep snowy plains, hooves trudging through the snow or stargazing on cold winter nights. Make no mistake about it; Elk Island gets magical in the winter. And …
Culinary Tourism East of Edmonton
This Huffington Post article explores the concept of culinary tourism around the world, noting that it’s become a popular phenomenon with travelers everywhere “There’s a growing population of travellers that have become more interested in the various cuisines and cultures from countries all over the world, and are planning vacations specifically to incorporate culinary trips. One of the reasons for this evolution has been wine, beer and food festivals. Toronto’s Caribana Festival is a good example. Now in its 47th …
Fun in the Sun – East of Edmonton Style
It’s summer time, woo-hoo! Nobody does summer as enthusiastically as we Albertans, am I right? School is about to be out and it’s time to start doing fun family stuff all summer long. If you’re looking for a great summer experience in the East of Edmonton region, we’ve got you covered! Here are ten suggestions to get you started: Fishing! Make the rounds throughout the region every weekend until you find your favorite fishing spot. Take a picnic lunch with …
Celebrate Father’s Day East of Edmonton
Father’s Day is just around the corner and we thought we’d give you some things to consider doing with dad throughout the Go East of Edmonton region. Our Travel Guide and website have numerous ideas for Father’s Day, instead of reading about it….Experience it and spend the day creating new memories! We’ve got 10 ideas for a fun day with dad this Father’s Day: Spend the day golfing. We have some great courses to choose from all across the region …