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Canadian media expert and on-air broadcast professional Dawn Chubai shares her hometown travel tips for Vancouver, BC, with hidden gems for women over 50 to explore.
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Sandra Phinney recounts her experience with Tshaukuesh Elder Elizabeth Penashue while learning about the land in Labrador, Canada.
Canada’s Hidden Gems: Travel to Sidney-by-the-Sea, B.C. With Erin Davis
Canadian media personality Erin Davis calls her new hometown Sidney-by-the-Sea, B.C., “a sea change” from her Toronto life.
Six Travel Guidebooks to Explore Less-Travelled Places and Travel at Home in Canada
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For our 30th anniversary, JourneyWoman reveals 30 less-travelled places for women in 2024, according to our writers and travel experts.
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Finding Your Purpose Through Volunteer Travel
The story of how a woman found her purpose and sense of belonging through volunteer travel with some of the world’s most marginalized humans.
8 Unique Places to Stay, From Treehouses to Desert Tents
Eight women travellers share the most unique places to stay they’ve ever booked in far-flung destinations around the world.
PEI’s Island Walk, “Canada’s Camino,” is Designed for Shoulder Season Travel
PEI’s 700-km Island Walk, known as “Canada’s Camino”, winds through picturesque villages with breathtaking scenery and fresh seafood.
Journey to the Arctic Circle With Sara Wheeler’s “The Magnetic North”
Travel with best-selling author Sara Wheeler to one of the earth’s most pristine places in “The Magnetic North: Notes from the Arctic Circle.”
Five Incredible Experiences for Women in Lake Louise, Alberta:
How to make the most of 24 hours in Lake Louise with tips on visiting Moraine Lake and the Fairmont Lake Louise.
Finding Adventure in the Backcountry of the Canadian Rockies
Tips to embrace adventure in the real Canadian Rockies on a six-day horseback riding tour in the backcountry of Alberta.
Where to Stay in Canada’s Algonquin Park: Two Rustic Lodges
Get close to nature at Killarney Lodge and Arowhon Pines, two small, family-owned resorts in Canada’s Algonquin Park.
The Best Hiking and Walking Trails in Algonquin Park
The best walking and hiking trails in Algonquin Park to see wildlife, avoid bugs and reconnect with nature.
An Icy Travel Adventure in Canada’s Northwest Territories
When city girl Jo Anne moved to Yellowknife, the North reached deep into her being, starting with an icy, unexpected adventure.
Seeking Adventure and Connection? The Majestic Canadian Rockies Beckons!
Women share their once-in-a-lifetime stories of the majestic Canadian Rockies, the jaw-droppingly beautiful mountain range spanning Western Canada. that connect us to nature at is most authentic and primal.
Hiking the Plain of Six Glaciers Trail in the Canadian Rockies
The Plain of Six Glaciers Trail in the Canadian Rockies is worth the trek to the top for stunning views and a well-earned cup of tea.
Best Places to See the Northern Lights: Canada, Alaska, Norway and More
Women share the best places to see the Northern Lights, including Norway, Alaska, Canada and Iceland, and when to go.
Step Off the Beaten Path and Find Adventure in These Five Places
Step off the beaten path and find new adventures with these five unique destinations around the world, as recommended by our readers!
Indigenous Tourism Resources for Travellers
Indigenous tourism resources for travellers to learn about and support Indigenous Peoples, including courses and land acknowledgements.
Five Stunning Less-Travelled Places for Adventurous Women to Explore
In an ongoing series, we round up five off-the-grid travel destinations every adventurous traveller should add to their must-see lists, as selected by JourneyWomen.