Highway 13 Road Trip – Trains Planes and Antique Automobiles!

Jolene KisilevichBreweries, Distilleries & Wineries, Camping, Camrose, Camrose County, Daysland, Flagstaff County, Forestburg, Golfing, Hardisty, Highway 13, Killam, Lougheed, Museums, Provost, Restaurants, Roadtrips, Sedgewick, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Train Excursion, Wetaskiwin

If you are starting from Edmonton, Wetaskiwin is just a quick hour south along HWY 2. There is a familiar radio jingle, “Cars cost less in Wetaskiwin!” but it’s the cars from history that are at the first stop on your road trip—the world class Reynolds-Alberta Museum. The Reynold’s Alberta Museum is one of North America’s premier destinations for antique cars and machinery from Alberta’s history. Visit this international award-winning museum and learn how machinery has shaped and changed Alberta …

Find the Perfect Gift on the Santa Trail!

Jolene KisilevichBeaver County, Camrose County, Drink, Eat & Shop, Entertainment, Events, Flagstaff County, Gifts, Highway 13, Highway 14, Local Food, Restaurants, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Wainwright

As the Christmas Season is upon us, our friends over at BRAED (Battle River Alliance for Economic Development) is promoting Christmas markets and retailers in their region. Starting November 16 for five weeks, we will highlight some of BRAED’s area markets, retailers, makers and restaurants. They’ve designed each trail to provide an experience of shopping for the perfect gift this Christmas season and also included coffee shops and restaurants so you can enjoy a snack or a meal along the …

Let’s Go Golfing East of Edmonton – Summer 2019!

Jolene Kisilevich2019 Let's Go Summer Campaign, Bonnyville, Daysland, Edgerton, Elk Island National Park, Golfing, Hardisty, Lac La Biche Region, Mannville, Mundare, Redwater, Ryley, Smoky Lake, St. Paul, Thorhild County, Vegreville, Viking

Let’s talk great golfing – East of Edmonton style! Below, we’ve assembled some of our favourite family-friendly golf courses located just East of Edmonton. Experienced golfers and first-timers will find lots to enjoy at these golf courses – and we’re sure they’ll be able to give you experiences you’ll want to return to time and time again! Northern Ridge Golf & RV Resort – Surrounded by endless farmland and marked by vintage farming equipment, Northern Ridge is about bringing the …

2019 Canada Day – East of Edmonton Style!

Jolene Kisilevich2019 Let's Go Summer Campaign, Bonnyville, Cold Lake, Daysland, Elk Island National Park, Events, Lac La Biche Region, MD of Bonnyville, Mundare, Thorhild County, Vegreville

It’s time to get the barbecues out and stock up on sunscreen because this weekend is Canada Day! Celebrate with friends and family this long weekend by heading East of Edmonton and checking out all the fantastic events these great towns have to offer. Whether you want to get active, enjoy some great food, listen to live music, or all of these above, these events have it all. Don’t forget to stay for the fireworks! Find all the details listed …

Magnificent Mother’s Day

Jolene KisilevichAntique Tour, Beaver County, Boutiques, Camrose, Camrose County, Cold Lake, East of Edmonton, Fashions, Flagstaff County, Fort Saskatchewan, Gifts, Highway 13, Highway 14, Highway 15, Highway 16, Highway 28, Irma, Killam, Lakeland Region, Marwayne, MD of Bonnyville, Northeast of Edmonton, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Thorhild County, Vermilion, Vermilion River County, Viking

If you’re looking for an adventure this Mother’s Day, a shopping excursion and sightseeing trip along one of five scenic highways east of Edmonton will surely make Mom’s day. How about pampering her this weekend with jewelry, clothes, flowers, or that unique gift you’ll only find on a visit to one of these retailers east of Edmonton. Highway 28 North of the city, on a drive down Highway 28, you’ll find a little bit of everything at Nook in the …

A Grateful Good Time with Go East of Edmonton

Jolene KisilevichCamrose, Camrose County, Daysland, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Farms and Markets, Flagstaff County, Highway 13, Highway 14, Highway 15, Highway 16, Highway 28, Lloydminster, Local Food, Mundare, Northeast of Edmonton, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Strathcona County, Thorhild County, Vermilion River County, Wainwright

Fall has officially arrived! Meaning SO many great things here at Go East of Edmonton! Like Thanksgiving, Smoky Lake Pumpkin Festival, Craft Markets, Andrew Garlic Festival and the beauty of a new season beginning! As well as ideas about where to purchase great Thanksgiving dinner necessities. Go East of Edmonton is your source for everything to see and do throughout the East Central Alberta region. On October 8th we will be celebrating one of our favorite holidays, Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is …

Let’s Go Indoors… to Shop East of Edmonton!

Jolene Kisilevich2018 Let's Go Summer Campaign, Antique Tour, Bonnyville, Cold Lake, East of Edmonton, Flagstaff County, Gifts, Highway 13, Highway 14, Highway 15, Highway 16, Highway 28, Killam, Lamont County, MD of Bonnyville, Minburn County, Mundare, Northeast of Edmonton, Redwater, Sherwood Park, Shopping, Smoky Lake County, Strathcona County, Thorhild County, Vegreville

Get your bags and wallet ready, it’s time to Go East of Edmonton in search of adventure – a shopping adventure that is! Below, we outline some of the great boutique shopping options available for city dwellers and urban adventurers. Whether you’re looking for crafts, vintage surprises or one-of-a-kind pieces, you’ll be sure to find them just East of Edmonton… Let’s Go! Antiquing Start your antique tour with the Den of Antiquity. This Redwater treasure specializes in unique home decor …

Let’s Go Fishing East of Edmonton

Jolene Kisilevich2018 Let's Go Summer Campaign, Bonnyville, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Cold Lake, East of Edmonton, Fishing, Flagstaff County, Highway 13, Highway 14, Highway 15, Highway 16, Highway 28, Killam, Lakeland Region, Lamont, Lamont County, MD of Bonnyville, Minburn County, North Saskatchewan River, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Smoky Lake County, Vegreville, Water Adventures

Summer is for fishing. It’s one of our favourite past-times for a reason – there’s nothing like spending a day out in the sun with the tranquil sounds of the water surrounding you. Alberta has fantastic fishing experiences waiting for you, with up to 10 species lurking in over 100 lakes, ponds and rivers. With that in mind, we’ve assembled a dream sampling of some great spots East of Edmonton you should check out for your next fishing outing. Before …

Let’s Go… Super Summer Festivals

Jolene Kisilevich2018 Let's Go Summer Campaign, Camrose County, Cold Lake, East of Edmonton, Elk Island National Park, Events, Flagstaff County, Hardisty, Highway 13, Highway 15, Highway 16, Highway 28, Lakeland Region, Lamont, MD of Bonnyville, Minburn County, Northeast of Edmonton, Radway, Redwater, Roadtrips, Smoky Lake, Smoky Lake County, Southeast of Edmonton, Thorhild County, Vegreville

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 …

Culinary Tourism East of Edmonton

Jolene KisilevichAndrew, Attractions, Culinary Trails, East of Edmonton, Elk Island National Park, Flagstaff County, Highway 15, Highway 16, Highway 28, Lamont, Lamont County, Local Food, Roadtrips, Smoky Lake, Southeast of Edmonton, Train Excursion, Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village

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 …