Jeanette wears a leather coat and stands next to Dennis in who wears a hoodie and jeans. Behind them is the brown and cream bumper of their flat-nose bus.
RV News

There’s no stopping this couple

Jeanette and Dennis Vieira decided that life is too short for wasted time—so they started RVing.

A large brightly coloured heritage building.
Cranbrook

Focusing on Fort Steele

Camera in hand, I headed to Fort Steele Heritage Town for my photography class with Brian Clarkson, the owner of Cranbrook Photo & Studio in Cranbrook, B.C. It was a pleasant day in August last year, and I met up with a small group of budding photographers who had signed up for one of Clarkson’s monthly camera classes.

a young woman with long hair and a red scarf smiling
Hinton

The arts in Hinton

The arts scene in Hinton is vibrant and well supported. Christina Oliver, a musical artist and executive director of the Yellowhead Regional Arts Festival Society's Creative Campus, said all the artists work together to provide great events.

by Lisa Crane
A white tent displays a number of art works and is surrounded by people and green lawn.
Red Deer

Top things to see and do in Red Deer

Walking, history and lively performances are some of the great reasons to choose to visit Red Deer.

White tents full of busy people and works of art are scattered across sun-dappled green grass.
Red Deer

An Artwalk anniversary

Every year Red Deer hosts an event that celebrates the vibrant abundance of art in the area. In June 2013, Artwalk turns 25, which makes this a particularly great time to plan a visit to explore the city’s creative side.

stained glass houses hanging from tree branches
Whitehorse

Yukon’s beauty inspires the artists of Whitehorse

Galleries and festivals are overflowing with the abundance of art in this northern city.

Attractive red and yellow designs on china is set out in front of ice tea, an apple, and glasses of wine to create an appealing camp setting.
RV News

Five ways to personalize the RV lifestyle

RVs arrive fully furnished and factory decorated but by adding personal touches it can feel even more like a real home. Dawn Bitz, founder of Grasshaven Outdoor, outlines five focus areas that can turn the everyday RV into a destination unto itself.

by Dawn Bitz
a painted mural on the side of a building at night lit by a vintage streetlight; mural is of two men standing beside an old truck
Fruitvale

Become inspired in Fruitvale

Fruitvale has a lot to offer the artistically inclined. The area boasts beautiful mountains and sparkling lakes as well as wildlife—all perfect subjects for the perfect painting or photo.

by Lisa Crane
Woman in a shop holding a handpainted glass.
Fairmont Hot Springs

La Galeria ll is art central

This art shop in Fairmont Hot Springs features locally crafted works as well as artisan wares from around the globe

by Lisa Crane
Liz and Anders stand in front of a rail. Behind them is the curve of a river, and several kayaks.
RV News

Can’t get enough of Canada

Never mind that Anders Treiberg is originally from Sweden, or that his wife, Liz, moved to Canada from Switzerland. The fact is, they have probably seen more of Canada than just about anyone you know.

A large brown RV unit pulls a red SUV that displays the Saskatchewan roughriders flag against a background of windmills.
RV News

An insider’s insight into Saskatchewan’s best

Despite having travelled far and wide, the Alexanders are proud experts on their home province of Saskatchewan and are glad to point out some of the advantages of being an RVer in this prairie province.

soldier and horse
Tucson

Cavalry forts of the American Southwest

Seeing a historical reenactment by a cavalry unit piqued the author's interest in visiting the museums at Fort Huachuca. Unfortunately he wasn't allowed in.

A large decorative carved native mask resembles a sun with a central face and arms that look like birds. It is painted in reds, purples and browns.
Campbell River

Take an artistic journey

Over the years, prolific writers, carvers and painters have chosen to live in the Campbell River area, leaving behind artistic legacies and a number of intriguing sites.

desert golf course
RV Golfer

The RV golfer plays the Ritz-Carlton at Dove Mountain

The greens run true, there are plenty of yardage markers, sand in the bunkers is soft and the lush grass makes wedge play easier. 

Man wearing hardhat sitting at a desk
Southern Arizona

Have a blast touring a decommissioned missile site

The Titan Missile Museum south of Tucson at Sahuanta is a glimpse into the Cold War.

Three bikers smile as they pedal beneath the futuristic red
Calgary

Walk the walk in Calgary

It is rare that an urban area can offer an outdoor space that combines art and attractions as well as Calgary’s recently completed RiverWalk does.