Post by Marissa Updated October 2nd, 2026 A year-round mountain town you’ll want to keep coming back to. Tucked just outside Banff National Park, Canmore, Alberta, is one of those places that quietly steals your heart. It has the jaw-dropping mountain scenery of Banff, but with a more relaxed, local feel, fewer crowds, better value,…
Mist Mountain Hot Springs Hike: Trail Guide + What to Know
Post by Marissa Mist Mountain Hot Springs is an approximately 8 km round-trip hike in Kananaskis with about 500 metres of elevation gain. The trail leads to two small natural hot spring pools tucked into the mountainside, and the hike takes roughly 3–5 hours. Here’s what the trail is actually like, how to find the…
Lake Louise Hike: Plain of Six Glaciers, Big Beehive & Lake Agnes Tea House Loop
Post by Jane Lake Louise Hike: Plain of Six Glaciers, Big Beehive & Lake Agnes If you’re up for a rewarding day with some of the most spectacular views around the Lake Louise area, this Lake Louise hike is for you. At approximately 18.5 km with just over 1,000 metres of elevation gain, it’s a…
Lake Louise vs Moraine Lake: Which Banff Lake Is Better for Your Trip?
Post by Marissa Trying to choose between Lake Louise and Moraine Lake? Compare scenery, crowds, accessibility, hiking, photography, and more to decide which Banff lake belongs on your itinerary. While we’ve explored Lake Louise extensively, Moraine Lake is currently on our Banff bucket list. This comparison combines our firsthand Lake Louise experience with current visitor…
Fairmont Tokyo Review (2026): Is Tokyo’s New Luxury Hotel Worth It?
Post by Jane We spent four nights at the new Fairmont Tokyo to find out if it’s worth the splurge. Here’s our honest review of the rooms, location, infinity pool, Mt. Fuji views, breakfast and service — plus what we loved and what we’d change. Fairmont Tokyo At A Glance 🇯🇵 Location: Shibaura, Tokyo 🏨…