Sensational Swimming Encounters in Europe: I AM CALGARY’S Summer of 2019
A summer holiday without a swim sounds like a sub-standard summer holiday, doesn't it? We endeavoured to punctuate our summer 2019 sojourn to Europe by swimming whenever possible. This blog follows closely on the heels of our previously published blogs about the modes of transport we used throughout our trip (read more in Part
Planes, Trains and Automobiles and More (Part 2): I AM CALGARY’S Summer of 2019
You know it’s time for a vacation when you start looking like the person on your driver's license… Unknown In Part 1 of this blog series, reviewing our Summer 2019 European escapades, we covered the more familiar and common forms of transport: Planes, Trains and Automobiles. Here, in Part 2, we review some of the less
Planes, Trains, Automobiles and More (Part 1): I AM CALGARY’S Summer of 2019
I suspect that the 1980’s movie titled “Planes Trains and Automobiles", starring Steve Martin, has been the inspiration for many travellers to try out different forms of transport during their vacation explorations. I know I’ve often referred to the title in my travel writings to different countries around the world. Bourton-on-the-Water Motoring Museum Similar sentiments surround
I AM CALGARY’s Summer of 2019: a million memories, 18,000km, 30 Days, 11 Modes of Transport, 9 Beds, 5 Countries
You've no doubt heard the saying, “Have passport, will travel”? That could never have been a more tangible reality to me than when I became a Canadian Citizen in December 2018, receiving my new passport shortly after. The world of international travel suddenly opened before us since I was now able to travel to
Classic Calgary: Galaxie Diner in the Beltline
There's "hole-in-the-wall" eating places, and then there's "tried-and-tested-hole-in-the-wall" eating places. Galaxie Diner has certainly proven itself to be the latter in every positive possible way. Tried. Tested. Proven. Great quality. Abundant quantity. Fast service. Reliable. Familiar. Friendly. Not to mention the charm of the
Classic Calgary: The Calgary Stampede
Touted as the "The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth", the Calgary Stampede is undeniably a Calgary classic! With its roots dating back to 1886 when the Calgary and District Agricultural Society held its first fair, the first rodeo and festival was held in 1912, known as the Stampede. This became an annual event
Classic Calgary: Peters’ Drive-In
Winter, spring, summer, or fall, all you have to do is call and I'll be there, yeah, yeah, yeah. You've got a friend."You've Got a Friend" by Carole King, 1971 Some legendary destinations start with simplicity. Peters' Drive-In has continued with their winning recipe of simplicity, it would seem. Admittedly, their menu is no longer simple, but
Trendy Downtown Calgary Neighbourhoods: Discover Bridgeland
The neighbourhood of Bridgeland-Riverside, formerly known as Germantown, is primarily residential but is also shares the same address as Calgary's world famous Calgary Zoo and iconic TELUS Spark (Science Centre). Connected to the City by the extensive Bow River pathway system, the neighbourhood is easily accessible to pedestrians, cyclists and transit commuters alike. Tom Campbell's
Trendy Downtown Calgary Neighbourhoods: Explore Inglewood
If you're looking for a downtown neighbourhood that has it all, Inglewood is likely to check off all your requirements: located within easy walking distance from Calgary's downtown and East Village; situated along the banks of the Bow River; offering a trendy shopping scene; serving up fantastic culinary destinations; boasting a buzzing live music scene;
Trendy Downtown Calgary Neighbourhoods: 4th Street and Mission
If you're in search of "foody", "cosy", "established" or "vibey", then a detour into the southwest neighbourhood of Mission should be on your to-do list. Located within easy walking distance from Calgary's downtown and 17th Avenue, Mission has food, fun and finery packed into a compact corner of the city. Originating as Notre Dame de