Find a slice of Margaritaville in Cold Lake #NEAB

Jolene Kisilevich#TakeItToTheLake, 2021 Roadtrip Adventures, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Cold Lake, Fall Adventures, Highway 28, Highway 55, Lakeland Region, MD of Bonnyville, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Roadtrips, Spring Adventures, Summer Adventures, Water Adventures

– by Jeremy Derksen / photos: Paul Lavoie   Photo by Paul Lavoie Cold Lake, AB – With the triple threat of sun, sand and surf, Natalie and Dallas McCue’s weekend away has seemed almost like a tropical getaway instead of an Alberta vacation. There is a distinctly posh side to Cold Lake that checks all the boxes of an exotic luxury holiday: enjoying some beach time, relaxing with margaritas, taking a dinner cruise on the water and finding a …

Go Eat…it’s Alberta Food Week and Open Farm Days 2021

Rebecca Isbister2021 Roadtrip Adventures, Announcement, Bonnyville, Camrose, Camrose County, Cold Lake, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Events, Flagstaff County, Fort Saskatchewan, Hay Lakes, It's Time To Go, Lac La Biche Region, Local Food, Northeast of Edmonton, Roadtrips, Round Hill, Sherwood Park, Smoky Lake, Southeast of Edmonton, St. Paul, Strathcona County, Summer Adventures, Thorhild, Thorhild County, Vermilion

This week, from August 8th to 15th, head out to your local markets, restaurants, and farms during Alberta Local Food Week! Farmers’ Markets are happening all summer around Alberta and are perfect to stock up on fresh foods. Don’t forget to stop by farm tours, breweries and distilleries, ending your day with a delicious meal with fresh ingredients at local restaurants. Alberta Local Food Week is a great opportunity to enjoy some delicious local food: visit a Farmers’ Market in your area pick your own fresh …

Explore Vegreville This Summer!

Jolene Kisilevich2021 Roadtrip Adventures, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Events, Highway 16, Minburn County, Roadside Attraction, Roadtrips, Summer Adventures, Vegreville

by Christine Bruckmann Located a little over an hour East of Edmonton is where you can find Vegreville, AB. Known for being the location of the World’s Largest Pysanka and Ukrainian heritage, there is so much to see and do when visiting the town of Vegreville. Recently we had the chance to experience what they offer while we were in town for their parade and the Vegreville Country Fair. Annual Parade & Vegreville Country Fair There is something to be …

#TakeItToTheLake on a #NEAB roadtrip

Jolene Kisilevich#TakeItToTheLake, Athabasca County, Bonnyville, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Cold Lake, Fall Adventures, Highway 28, Highway 55, Indigenous Attraction, MD of Bonnyville, Metis Crossing, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Roadtrips, Smoky Lake County, Spring Adventures, Summer Adventures, Water Adventures

– Jeremy Derksen #Takeittothelake #NEAB   What makes a great roadtrip? If abundant lakes, wide open spaces and hidden gems top your list, then you’ll want to look to northeast Alberta. Looping from Métis Crossing up to Athabasca, across to Lac La Biche, then Cold Lake and finally Vermilion, Kristina Martel and Myk Morris recently did the tour and came back wowed by what they experienced. “There’s so much beauty in Alberta,” Martel reflects. “Even in just a few days, …

Family Fun in Wainwright

Rebecca Isbister2021 Roadtrip Adventures, Attractions, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Drink, Eat & Shop, Entertainment, Fall Adventures, Highway 13, It's Time To Go, Itinerary, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Restaurants, Roadtrips, Southeast of Edmonton, Spring Adventures, Summer Adventures, Wainwright

By: Karen Ung Roam to Wainwright this summer and stay a while! Peals of laughter ring through the splash park as my kids play. They have the run of the place because we’re the only ones here on this warm, sunny day. Whether the locals are at the lake, golfing, climbing at the Peace Memorial Multiplex, or swimming at the Communiplex, it’s a treat to cool off without crowds – and a perk of visiting small towns. With a population …

Successful Viewing – Night Sky Viewing Part 1

Trevor TessierDark Sky, Outdoor Adventures

Spending your evenings under the stars can be a truly rewarding pastime. The night sky has a way of stretching the limits of our creativity, it can ignite our imagination, and it has the ability to soothe a troubled mind. As carefree kids, exploring the universe all seemed so simple – just go outside after dark, look up and the grandeur of the cosmos would play out above your head. As grown-ups, successfully exploring the night sky requires significantly more …

Sweet 16 Awesome August Adventures and Super Summer Festivals

Rebecca Isbister2021 Roadtrip Adventures, Attractions, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Entertainment, Events, Indigenous Attraction, It's Time To Go, Itinerary, Museums, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Roadside Attraction, Roadtrip2021, Roadtrips, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Summer Adventures

Are you making the most of the longer summer days? There’s plenty to see and do, so what are you waiting for? Take your pick and go on an adventure. 1 Super Summer of Events & Festivals  Our Summer Events Guide has everything to make the most out of your summer. The Events Calendar has more details, posters and schedules of the best Fairs, Festivals and Rodeos across the region. Check out 6 Must-Do Adventures Take a hike on the many Terrific Trails. Immerse your self in …

Find your Adventure in Strathcona County!

Jolene Kisilevich2021 Roadtrip Adventures, Attractions, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Elk Island National Park, Entertainment, Events, Highway 16, Museums, Outdoor Adventures, Restaurants, Roadtrips, Sherwood Park, Shopping, Strathcona County, Summer Adventures

Last updated July 28, 2023 This is the place to experience the untouched majesty of the wilderness in the natural areas found across Strathcona County. Experience a taste of culture through live music and art and take a bite out of local cuisine through food and drinks at some of Sherwood Park’s newest restaurants. If you’re looking for that special something, you’re going to find it at any of the shopping options available here. Experience the wonder of nature Strathcona …

Rejuvenate with Activities on the Shores of the Mighty Athabasca

Jolene Kisilevich#TakeItToTheLake, 2022 Roadtrip Adventures, Athabasca County, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Farms and Markets, Highway 55, Local Food, Outdoor Adventures, Roadtrips, Summer Adventures, Water Adventures

– Jeremy Derksen #TakeItToTheLake #NEAB Athabasca, AB – Descending into the Athabasca River Valley with its green river banks, relaxed rural pace and deep flowing water always fills me with an immediate sense of ease and calm. Maybe that wide, mighty river makes everything just, slow, down – including me. From Centennial Park on the north shore of the river, it’s easy to just stand in one place, spin slowly and pick an activity. Will it be an historic downtown …

Explore Camrose for Exciting Events and the Best Places to Eat, Drink and Shop!

Rebecca Isbister2021 Roadtrip Adventures, Attractions, Bakeries, Boutiques, Breweries, Distilleries & Wineries, Camping, Camrose, Camrose County, Casino, Coffee & Tea, Desserts and Sweets, Drink, Eat & Shop, Entertainment, Events, Fall Adventures, Farms and Markets, Fashions, Gifts, Golfing, Highway 13, Ice Cream, Local Food, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Restaurants, Roadtrips, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Spring Adventures, Summer Adventures, Water Adventures

 This summer, pack up the family or a car full of friends and #GoEastofEdmonton to Explore Camrose! This bustling city features a wide selection of attractions including recreational facilities, stunning parks, and scenic golf courses. Shopping is aplenty, and there are several restaurants and breweries to end your day with. Check out our list below of some of the great businesses and amenities Camrose and area has to offer. Attractions Camrose has plenty of entertaining and enjoyable stops to check out …