Canada

Dawson City, Yukon — The Technicolor Time Machine

by David Webb on October 10, 2011

Dawson City's Palace Grand Theatre

Dawson City, Yukon, may just be Canada’s most unique town

In This Dawson City Article you Will Discover:

  • Why you Should Visit Dawson
  • What The Sourtoe Cocktail Is
  • And More!

Dusty and dirty, much about Dawson City is unchanged since the Gold Rush spawned this northern hamlet. There are still clay roads, which turn alternately to choking dust storms in …

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Montreal: 3 Tips To Know Before You Go

by David Webb on September 26, 2011

old montreal

Heading to la Belle Province? If you plan on making a stop in Montreal, Quebec, here are 3 great tips to make your stay the best it can be

In This Montreal Article You Will Discover:

  • French Language Survival Guide
  • The Best Way to See the City
  • How to Put A Smile on Locals’ Faces

Quebec is simply lovely. A …

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The Best Restaurants in Edmonton, Alberta

by David Webb August 29, 2011

Dining Out In Edmonton — check out this Top 10 List of Edmonton restaurants usually reserved for locals:

In This Restaurant Article You Will Discover:

  • Where to Have a Great Cinnamon Bun
  • Canada’s Best Cup of Coffee
  • Asian Fusion At Its Finest
  • And More!

Edmonton is Alberta’s gateway to the north and is full of visitors all year round, whether they …

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Fernie, British Columbia – The Ultimate Outdoor Recreation Hot Spot?

by David Webb August 15, 2011

Fernie, British Columbia, is the Rocky Mountains’ outdoor recreation hot spot.

In This Article You Will Discover

  • Fly Fishing Opportunities in Fernie
  • Outdoor Recreation in Fernie
  • How to Own a Piece of Fernie

Bold and beautiful, China Wall looms above the Wigwam River, just outside Fernie, British Columbia, like the monolithic watchman of the Elk River Valley.

It’s midsummer, and …

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Pedal Power on Montreal

by David Webb July 25, 2011

A grab-and-go bicycle tour of Montreal, Quebec, is the best way to see the city

In This Montreal Tourism Article You Will Discover:

  • How To Best Get Around Montreal
  • The Nature of The Bixi Bike
  • Top Spots To Visit

A short, unexpected summer shower washes sweat from the brows of Montrealers reeling from 30-degrees-plus temperatures and 60 per cent humidity. …

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5 All-Canadian Sports To Try This Summer

by David Webb July 18, 2011

Looking for a new way to take advantage of the summer weather in Canada? Read on:

In This Sports & Recreation Article You Will Discover:

  • Top Recreation Spots in Canada
  • Unknown Gems To Check Out
  • How, Where & Why For Top Activities
  • And More!

Canadians love to take advantage of their all-too-short summer. Getting outside in summer is our unofficial …

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5 Fishing Hot Spots in BC & Alberta

by David Webb July 11, 2011

The dog days are here — and there’s no better way to pass a day than wetting a line at one of BC and Alberta’s world-class fishing hot spots:

In This Fishing Article You Will Discover:

  • Awesome Alpine Lakes
  • Fast-Action Salmon Fishing
  • Canada’s “Little Patagonia”
  • And More!

1. Alta Lake (Whistler, BC)

Located practically right in the town of Whistler, …

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Summer Roadtrips Part 3: British Columbia/Yukon’s Alaska Highway

by David Webb July 4, 2011

Looking for a great summer roadtrip in The Yukon-British Columbia? Here’s Part 3 of my three-part series on Great Summer Roadtrips - The Alaska Highway (Hwy 1 – Partial)

In This Roadtrip Article You Will Discover:

  • Directions for the North-South Canadian Alaska Highway
  • Sights to See Along the Way
  • Travel Advice & Stops to Make
  • And More

The Alaska Highway (Highway …

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Summer Roadtrips Part 2: The Yukon Territory’s North Klondike Highway

by David Webb June 27, 2011

Looking for a great summer roadtrip in The Yukon? Here’s Part 2 of my three-part series on Great Summer Roadtrips - The North Klondike Highway (Hwy 2)

In This Roadtrip Article You Will Discover:

  • Directions for the North Klondike Highway
  • Sights to See Along the Way
  • Travel Advice & Stops to Make
  • And More

The North Klondike Highway (Hwy 2)

Start …

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Summer Roadtrips Part 1: British Columbia’s Stewart-Cassiar Highway

by David Webb June 20, 2011

Looking for a great summer roadtrip in British Columbia? Here’s Part 1 of my three-part series on Great Summer Roadtrips - The Stewart-Cassiar Highway (Hwy 37)

In This Roadtrip Article You Will Discover:

  • Directions for the Stewart-Cassiar Highway
  • Sights to See Along the Way
  • Travel Advice & Stops to Make
  • And More

The Stewart-Cassiar Highway (Hwy 37)

Start Point: Kitwanga, BC…

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TBEX 11 Special: Whale Watching on Vancouver Island

by David Webb May 31, 2011

Travel Bloggers at TBEX ‘11 & Vancouver Visitors: visit Vancouver Island, British Columbia, and experience whale watching at its finest

In This Whale Watching Article You Will Discover:

  • The Best Operators in Campbell River
  • Where to Watch Whales on the West Coast
  • Victoria’s Wildlife Tour Operators
  • And More

When a wandering grey whale swum into Vancouver’s False Creek in May …

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Whistler/Blackcomb In The Off-Season: The Best Time To Go?

by David Webb May 9, 2011

From fly fishing to skiing, golf to bicycling, shopping to hiking — spring in Whistler is the best time to visit

In This Whistler/Blackcomb Article You Will Discover:

  • The Best Time to Visit Whistler/Blackcomb
  • Whistler Fly Fishing 101
  • Spring Skiing At Blackcomb
  • And More!

En route to Whistler Village’s Hot Buns Bakery for a Banana Nut Crepe, I pass a …

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Extreme ADV Touring: Canada’s Dempster Highway

by David Webb April 5, 2011

Three days alone on Canada’s infamous Dempster Highway teaches me the true nature of the north and the meaning of self-reliance

In This Adventure Article You Will Discover:

  • The adventure of Northern motorcycle touring
  • The wrath of the Arctic
  • All about Canada’s Dempster Highway
  • Note: ADV Touring is moto-speak for “Adventure Touring”
  • And More!

I dismount my KLR 650 at …

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Explore Canada’s True North: The Dempster Highway

by David Webb March 8, 2011

Special photo essay! The famous Dempster Highway of Canada’s north — the only all-season road in North America to cross the Arctic Circle and the ultimate motorcycle adventure!

In This Photo Essay You Will Discover:

  • Canada’s True North
  • Beauty in Desolation in the Arctic
  • The Scenery of the Dempster Highway

In 2010, I undertook one of the greatest adventures of …

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Extreme Sushi: Salmon Fishing Adventures in British Columbia

by David Webb February 10, 2011

Salmon Fishing off British Columbia’s Central Coast is “Shear” Delight

In This Fishing Article You Will Discover:

  • Where the “True Wilderness” Can Be Found
  • How to Have a Real Nature Adventure
  • How to Catch a Massive Salmon
  • And More!

It is a rare treat to see a coast so untouched as that of British Columbia’s central region. The vastness of …

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Fly Fishing Photo Essay: Canada’s Greatest Freshwater Adventures!

by David Webb February 1, 2011

Make like Brad Pitt on one of Canada’s best freshwater fly fishing adventures

In This Photo Essay You Will Discover:

  • The Beauty & Grace of Fly Fishing
  • Canada’s Spectacular Freshwater
  • Hot Fly Fishing Destinations
  • And more!

Do you fly fish? Have you ever wanted to fly fish? Maybe after watching Brad in A River Runs Through It, you felt …

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British Columbia’s Haida Gwaii: Fishing’s Final Frontier

by David Webb December 7, 2010

The islands of British Columbia’s Haida Gwaii provide the ultimate adventure for the angler

In This Fishing Article You Will Discover:

  • How to Salmon Fish in BC’s Haida Gwaii
  • The Ultimate Fishing Lodge Experience
  • What To Expect When Fishing in BC
  • And So Much More!

Every salmon angler who has ever used a single-action reel remembers his or her first …

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Special Video Post: Motorcycle Touring in Alberta, Canada

by David Webb November 24, 2010

Forget the winter! Take a motorcycle tour through Alberta’s historic Kalyna Country, in the northeast corner of the province, for an unforgettable adventure!

In This Video You Will Discover:

  • The Excitement of Dual Sport Motorcycling
  • The Lure of the Prairies
  • Where the Largest Roadside Attractions in the World Are Found
  • What a “Bison Break” Is…

Today was a sad day …

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Alberta’s Best Snow Resorts: Skiing & Snowboarding in Wild Rose Country

by David Webb October 19, 2010

Home to some of the most gorgeous and impressive expanses of the Rocky Mountains, Alberta, Canada, is a ski and snowboard resort paradise — no matter what your skill level

In This Ski & Snowboard Article You Will Discover:

  • The 8 Best Ski Mountains in Alberta
  • Lift Prices & Facilities at Each Hill
  • Terrains & Skill Levels Suited By Each

    • …

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All-Canada Favourites: Six Photos from The True North Strong & Free

by David Webb October 12, 2010

Six Great Travel Photos from Canada’s Top Destinations

In This Photo Essay You Will Discover:

  • Amazing Destinations in Northern Canada
  • Why I Love the Prairies
  • BC’s Best Fishing
  • And More!

I love Canada – it’s my home and it also offers some of the most diverse, unique and exciting travel opportunities of any country in the world.

Why do I …

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