Pristine, emerald blue lakes shining in the sun. Blue skies that hold the moon until it decides to disappear in the late afternoon, only to reappear once night falls. Huge, expansive mountains climbing higher and higher until they reach the heavens. Canada is the idyllic scene for nature lovers. And a jaw-dropping backdrop for even those who tend to spend more of their time indoors than outdoors.
I traveled to Canada, specifically Alberta, for the first time this year. I spent the majority of my time capturing pictures of Alberta so I wouldn’t forget the landscape in front of me. I was amazed by the beauty that laid before me and inspired by each terrain that met me along the way. The snowy mountain peaks, warm and sunny skies, even the mist that greeted me in the mornings. It’s no wonder why Alberta is a wildly popular tourist destination. And as if you didn’t need any more convincing… here are 23 photos to inspire you to visit Alberta in the summertime.
23 Pictures of Alberta
Pictures of Canmore, Alberta
Pictures of Banff, Alberta
Pictures of Jasper, Alberta
Canada Essentials – What You Need & Need to Know About Visiting Canada
TRAVELING THROUGH CANADA
- To book a flight to Canada use a big search engine (like Kayak) to compare prices, then book directly through the airline (if you’re from the US sign up for Going to get free email alerts on flight deals)
- For train tickets in Canada, I recommend Omio
- For car rentals in Canada, I recommend Discover Cars
- I highly recommend travel insurance when traveling through Canada – I use and recommend SafetyWing
- If you need a SIM card, aloSIM for an easy and affordable e-SIM – use code “KYLEE5” for a discount
ACCOMMODATION IN CANADA
- To easiest way to book hotels in Canada is through Booking.com or Expedia
- The easiest way to book rentals in Canada is through VRBO
TOURS IN CANADA
- For tours and activities in Canada, I recommend using Viator
WHAT TO BRING TO CANADA
- Don’t forget a Canada guide book to help plan your travels
- I recommend bringing a reusable water bottle to keep your water cold on hot days and to cut down on plastic waste
- My favorite luggage is Calpak
- My favorite travel backpack is Nordace
- I recommend bringing an eye mask for long flights
- If you plan to hike in Canada, my favorite outdoor gear is from Patagonia
As I mentioned earlier, I spent the majority of my time capturing pictures of Alberta because I was in awe at every twist and turn of the road. There wasn’t one moment where the beauty of Canada escaped me, and I am counting down the days until I can return. Until then, did I inspire you to visit Alberta in the summertime? Let me know in the comments below!
If you’re planning on taking a trip to Banff, check out my guides…
- The Nitty Gritty Details of Visiting the Most Popular Banff Lakes – Louise, Moraine, Peyto
- Canadian Rockies Itinerary – How to Make the Most of 3 Days in Banff and Jasper
For more information and inspiration on visiting Canada, make sure to check out my Instagram page/highlight reel by searching “#ppincanada” or under my highlights for “Canada”
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