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Our AI engine analyzes blogs, influencer content, travel platforms and more to identify the experiences that are getting travellers excited. Then, our experts curate the final selections and update the list monthly.

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Hidden Gems

Journey across Alberta’s stunning spaces and remarkable places.

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Hikers walk past blue alpine wildflowers at a lake edge with a regenerating post-wildfire forest behind them.
6 min read New Things to Do in Jasper in Summer

Plan your trip to Jasper National Park with guided hikes, whitewater rafting, a glacial plunge, top restaurants and more new summer outdoor adventures.

A couple stand up paddle boarding on a river during a hot summers day with a focus on the stream ahead.
4 min read Where to Try Stand-Up Paddleboarding in Alberta

Grab your paddleboard or rent one and head to one of Alberta’s many lakes and rivers for a day on the water amid stunning scenery.

4 min read Alberta’s 8 Incredible Hikes that Don’t Get the Likes

Looking for a less-crowded hike with stunning views? These hikes offer either stunning mountain views, a like or a combination or the two.

People hiking in Sunshine Meadows during larch season.
6 min read The Ultimate Guide to Experiencing Larch Season in Alberta This Fall

Learn where and how to see Alberta's golden larch trees. Learn the hikes, walks and lakeshores where you can see them best in Banff and Kananaskis.

Stories

Mother and daughter looking and pointing to rock art while visiting Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park.
6 min read Discover Ancient Art Around Alberta

Hidden amongst Alberta's picturesque surroundings are ancient treasures that tell the story of the First Peoples of this land.

3 min read You Need to Visit Alberta's Six UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Explore Alberta’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump, the Canadian Rockies, Dinosaur Provincial Park and more.

4 min read Adventures at Métis Crossing

Métis Crossing is an interactive cultural center and wildlife park. Dine at the restaurant or stay overnight in their campground or boutique hotel.

A couple canoeing at Lake Louise in Banff National Park.
4 min read Step Into the Past in Banff National Park

Banff National Park is known for its stunning mountain scenery, but the history of the park is equally fascinating, going back tens of thousands of years.

Stories

A cyclist bikes across the Blackshale Suspension Bridge with evergreen forests all around and mountains in the near distance.
8 min read 7 Scenic Bike Rides that Show off Alberta at its Best

Find the best bike rides to put on your Alberta itinerary. Find car-free highways in the Rockies to forest trails and family-friendly national park paths.

A young powwow dancer in colourful regalia, featuring lime green, bright yellow and other colours, performs at a powwow.
8 min read Everything You Need to Know Before Attending Your First Powwow in Alberta

Powwows are vibrant celebrations of Indigenous culture. Learn everything you need to know to respectfully attend your first powwow in Alberta this summer.

Two people roast marshmallows at Pine Creek Retreat in front of an A-frame cabin.
7 min read Your Guide to Planning a Glamping Getaway in Alberta

Learn how to go glamping, what to pack for a glamping weekend, and what to expect when glamping in Alberta, Canada.

Vehicle driving down the Icefields Parkway with mountain views in Jasper National Park, Alberta.
7 min read The Top Summer Road Trips in Alberta in 2026

Discover bucket list road trips in Alberta, Canada, from the Icefields Parkway to the Canadian Badlands and hidden gem road trips across the province.