I’m really fortunate to live near the Rockies. During the summer months (and sometimes winter!) it’s my go-to destination for fun, fitness and great dining. My perfect day consists of warm sunny weather,  hiking a mountain trail, a picnic lunch near a glacial lake then unwinding on a patio with an ice cold beer.

Here are a few links with highlights from a few fun-filled ‘mountain’ activities featured in Southern Alberta.

A Crowsnest Pass Thanksgiving
Cinnamon Bear Cafe, Crowsnest Pass
Crypt Lake Hike Pt 1, Waterton
Crypt Lake Hike Pt 2, Waterton
Lakeshore Trail Hike, Waterton
‘Bearry’ Season, Waterton
Rowe Lakes Hike, Waterton
High Tea at the Prince of Wales Hotel, Waterton
‘Indian Summer’, Waterton
Winter in Waterton Pt 1
Winter in Waterton Pt 2
Winter in Waterton Pt 3

Vegan Foodie Finds – Whitefish, MT
Rising Sun Bistro – Whitefish, MT

Some other recent adventures:

Las Vegas Recap: Vdara
Las Vegas Recap: Red Rock Canyon
Kauai Wedding Photos
Before Kauai: Two Days in San Francisco

As much as I love the Canadian Rockies, my happy place is Hawaii. The Aloha has had such an impact on my heart and spirit. In winter/spring 2012, my  husband and I spent five weeks in a rural setting of the Big Island. For the most part, we were away from tourists, city amenities and resorts.

Arriving to Hawaii: The Big Island
First Impressions of Hawaii
The Kohala Coast, Hawaii
Island Eats & Treats
West to East
Welcome to our neighborhood!
The Red Road & Kapoho Warm Ponds
Ka’awa Loa Plantation B&B
The Volcano & Punalu’u Black Sand Beach
Visiting Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Factory
The Big Island’s Best Beach: Makalawena
My Second Fave Beach: Mauna Kea
Hawaii’s Ode to the Caribbean
Kalapana Farmers Market in Puna
My  Paradise: A Coconut Palm Forest
Weekend Markets & Island House Shopping
An Afternoon in Hilo
The Wild West of Hawaii: Pahoa
SPACE Farmers Market in Puna
Hawaiian Fruit Addicts
Will Run For Ice Cream!
Lazy (Hawaii) Day
Maybe It’s The Aloha
Leaving Puna: One Last…
We Found the Mangoes… Kona
A Very Hawaiian Easter
Foodie Highlights: Island Style
Stop & Smell the Plumerias
Waipio Valley
Dessert First! Akaka Falls
The Best Meal in Pahoa: Paolo’s Bistro
Big Island Love: A List of our favorite experiences