Valley of the Ten Peaks: Larch Valley and Sentinel Pass

The Valley of the Ten Peaks in Banff National Park, Alberta, is a picturesque landscape that has inspired many painters and artists.  So spectacular, that it graced the backside of the 1969, and 1979 twenty dollar bill. All ten peaks are over 10,000 ft high, aligned together creating a massive mountain presence, surrounding an enormous valley. At the Lake Moraine shoreline, you can see the iconic view of Lake Moraine, along with these ten peaks behind it. On clear sunny days, in the early morning, you can see the stunning reflection of these peaks in the emerald water of Moraine …

Waterton Lakes National Park Crypt Trail Hike

Crypt Lake Hike is classic and challenging Waterton Triple Crown hike in Waterton Lakes National Park, and is of the most unique and physically demanding hike you’ll ever encounter.  In 1981, it was rated as Canada’s “Best Hike”. Never failing to live up to its reputation, National Geographic rated this hike as one of the World’s 20 Most Thrilling Trails in 2014. This strenuous hike has something for everyone; boat rides, forest trails, mountain trails, cave, ravines, waterfalls, and many thrilling vertical cliffs. Snuggled between Vimy Ridge and Mount Boswell, Crypt Lake is a unique experience for adventurous hikers in Waterton Lakes National …

Should I Buy Travel Insurance?

Travel insurance is a subject most people don’t really like talking about. And it’s completely understandable. Some companies make it sound very convoluted, and some of them are quite expensive. Most people think it’s just another added cost that may or may not break their budget that they’re trying really hard to minimise. Every cent counts when it comes to budgeting for travels. However, is saving a couple of dollars worth it in comparison to having peace of mind?  Travel is fun. Adventures in the jungle are fun. Until of course, you contract malaria from an infected mosquito and starts feeling …

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