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Emerald Lake Lodge

Emerald Lake – Yoho National Park, Canada

Post author:Rebecca
Post published:September 14, 2026
Post category:British Columbia Canadian Travel National Parks Travel
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I wanted to explore Emerald Lake, located in Yoho National Park. Just 25 miles from Lake Louise, Emerald Lake exudes a calmer, less touristy vibe than the more popular sites…

Lake Louise, Banff National Park, Canada

Post author:Rebecca
Post published:September 3, 2026
Post category:Alberta Canadian Travel Travel
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We made it to Lake Louise! Since my trip with my parents in 1989, access to Lake Louise has become much harder. In reality, unless you're staying at Chateau Lake…

Banff National Park

Banff – Open Top Tour and Gondola

Post author:Rebecca
Post published:August 24, 2026
Post category:Alberta Canadian Travel Travel
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When I went to Banff with my parents years ago, it was our last stop on a 10-day tour. I don’t know if I was tired or just ready to get off the tour, but Banff was my least favorite spot. I remember finding it crowded.

For this trip, I decided to give Banff another shot. After all, it is the gateway to the Canadian Rockies and DH (Dear Hubby) had never been before. I’m so glad I did! The experience was totally different and most rewarding. Maybe it was because we visited earlier in the season (June instead of August) and we made Banff our first stop.

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Bellamy Mansion Museum, Wilmington, NC

Post author:Rebecca
Post published:August 10, 2026
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We recently went to Wilmington, North Carolina. Founded in the 1730s along the Cape Fear River, the city became the state’s largest by the Civil War. Although Wilmington never rebounded after the war, the port city still boasts many historic sites and house museums.

The Historic District encompasses over 200 blocks and includes a riverwalk, restaurants, shops, businesses, and residences. One of the most famous residences is the Bellamy Mansion, built on Market Street in 1861. While my family decided to tour the battleship USS North Carolina, I opted to visit the Bellamy Mansion instead.

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