Announcing the Awesome + Amazing Roadtrip Game and Travel Guide

Rebecca IsbisterAnnouncement, Attractions, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Camping, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Entertainment, Events, Glamping, Local Food, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Roadtrips, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Summer Adventures

Plan your Summer Daytrips & Getaways with the Awesome 2022 Go East of Edmonton Travel Guide! It’s 160 pages of great getaways in every part of our region.   The Travel Guide is available at Free magazine racks in the Edmonton Capital Region, select Calgary & Red Deer locations, as well as across the whole Go East of Edmonton region. It’s flying off the shelf so get yours today, or download your digital copy on our website. The Roadtrip Adventure Game is Back!!! …

Let’s Make the Most of Summer ‘22

Rebecca IsbisterAnnouncement, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Camping, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Entertainment, Events, National Park, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Roadtrips, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Spring Adventures, Summer Adventures

If you’ve been dreaming of spring and warmer weather, we feel the same way. Here’s your guide to fun activities happening in the East of Edmonton region. Think of Mom Mother’s Day 2022 is right around the corner (May 8th)! But don’t fret, there are ways  you can indulge Mom and show her some love. Depending on her interests, there’s plenty to do! Go eat on the culinary trails, or go sippin on the beverage trails Treat her to a shopping spree, or a trip to the farmers …

Winter Wraps Up – Let’s Swing into Spring!

Rebecca IsbisterAttractions, Camping, East of Edmonton, Entertainment, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Roadtrips, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Spring Adventures, Winter Adventures

As we transition to spring, winter is hanging around… With all the recent snowfall, March is still a great month for Winter Adventures – it’s a little warmer so you can make the most of all the outside activities. Winter Activities Keep up with the activities you’ve been enjoying and give winter a warm send off. Spring skiing – get those runs in amidst the sunshine at ski hills and tube parks. Or, take it X-country. Snowshoe or take a …

Enjoy Vermilion’s Vibe with Skiing and Local Après

Jolene Kisilevich#SkiNorthAB, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Highway 16, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Vermilion, Vermilion River County, Winter Adventures

Last updated January 30, 2024 #SkiNorthAB #ExploreVermilion By Lisa Monforton Looking for a cabin fever cure mid-winter that’s not too far a drive from Edmonton? Head east to the town of Vermilion, about two hours away for a daytrip. Or, you could easily make it a mini-holiday. You’ll find wide open spaces for outdoor activities like fat biking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Then warm up by popping into homey restaurants, cafes, shops – or Vermilion’s first homegrown distillery. Over the …

30 Thoughtful Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

Rebecca IsbisterBoutiques, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Fashions, Gifts, Northeast of Edmonton, Roadtrips, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Winter Adventures

This Valentine’s Day, get the Go East of Edmonton Roadtrip Savings Pass and start planning your gifts for the special people in your life. Go Northeast, East, and Southeast of Edmonton where you’ll find deals of at least 10% off at every business! FREE to sign up and the more locations you visit, the more deals, discounts and prizes you can win! Here is a list of some ideas for you to get the perfect gift for your special someone …

5 Fun Family Ski Hills and Tubing Parks East of Edmonton

Rebecca IsbisterAttractions, Cold Lake, East of Edmonton, Flagstaff County, MD of Bonnyville, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Roadtrips, Southeast of Edmonton, Strathcona County, Thorhild County, Vermilion River County, Winter Adventures

Last updated January 25, 2024 When you ski East of Edmonton, not only will you avoid the crowds, you’ll also save on lift tickets and rentals. AND there’s that fresh, fluffy snow. No matter which area of the region you prefer to venture out to, adventure awaits! Go Ski Northeast of Edmonton Long Lake Ski Area Find this family-friendly resort amidst the scenery of the Long Lake Provincial Park in Thorhild County. They offer downhill skiing and snowboarding for all …

Fabulous February Things to Do!

Rebecca Isbister#SkiNorthAB, Attractions, Cross Country Skiing, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Entertainment, Events, Fishing, Itinerary, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Roadtrips, Seasons, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Winter Adventures

Go in the Snow and have fabulous fun adventures in February, whatever your preference! Browse unique boutiques and great shopping experiences around the region. We’ve included a variety of ways you can make the most out of winter, so start planning your winter adventures. New and Expanded: Winter Adventures There’s plenty of fun awaiting you outdoors. Pick your activity, find travel ideas and more! Plenty of adventures to enjoy with our Must Do Winter Experiences. Hit the Slopes – adventure awaits you …

2021 Go East of Edmonton Photo Contest Winners

Jolene Kisilevich2021 Roadtrip Adventures, Announcement, Attractions, Cold Lake, East of Edmonton, Elk Point, Fishing, Fort Saskatchewan, GoRoadtrips2021, Highway 15, Highway 16, Highway 28, Highway 45, Highway 55, Lac La Biche Region, Lakeland Region, MD of Bonnyville, Minburn County, Myrnam, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Photo Contest, Roadtrips, Smoky Lake County, St. Paul County, Summer Adventures, Two Hills County, Vegreville, Waskatenau, Water Adventures

A big THANK YOU to everyone who participated in our Photo Contest this year! We received some amazing photos that beautifully showcases the Go East of Edmonton Region! New this year — all photos that were tagged with #goroadtrips2021 were automatically entered while playing the 2021 Go East of Edmonton Roadtrip Adventure Game. BEST Roadtrip Adventure Photos #goroadtrips2021 Photo 1. Kids having fun at Minnie Lake, M.D. of Bonnyville. Photo by Erin Murphy – $100 Cash Prize Photo 2. Visiting …

Shop, Save & Go in the Snow East of Edmonton!

Rebecca Isbister#SkiNorthAB, 2021 Roadtrip Adventures, Attractions, Cross Country Skiing, East of Edmonton, Elk Island National Park, Entertainment, Indigenous Attraction, Itinerary, Metis Crossing, National Park, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Roadtrip2021, Roadtrips, Southeast of Edmonton, Winter Adventures

As 2021 winds down, we want to wish everyone the best of the holiday season. Check some of the unique boutiques and great shopping experiences around the region. We’ve included some wonderful ways to enjoy winter, so start planning your winter adventures. Shop and Save on our Shopping Trails… Use the Go Savings Pass! Want to save $ and feel good about where your money goes? Shop and save at over 80 local businesses. The  Roadtrip Savings Passport is ready so …

Get into the Nordic Flow in Vermilion

Jolene Kisilevich#SkiNorthAB, 2021 Roadtrip Adventures, Cross Country Skiing, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Highway 16, Outdoor Adventures, Vermilion, Vermilion River County, Winter Adventures

Last updated January 30, 2024 By Jeremy Derksen Credit: Paul Lavoie / SnowSeekers Vermilion, AB – Outside of Canmore, few places are as connected to Alberta’s Nordic scene as Vermilion. When she first moved to Vermilion 30 years ago, Caroline McAuley was looking for something to do in winter, so she picked up Nordic skiing. She took her first lessons with Walter Scott (father of Beckie Scott). “I needed an unstructured sport in the winter you could just go do,” …