5 Excellent Hikes In Western Canada

This guest post was brought to you in partnership with Carly on behalf of Car Hire Market. Canada has, without a doubt, some of the most gorgeous hiking trails in the world! Enjoy! Wherever you choose to visit in Canada, you’re never far from the wilderness, nor the opportunity to explore the great outdoors. Any trip through Canada is enhanced by taking to the road to absorb as much of the country – and its...

Vancouver – walking the Seawall and strolling through Stanley Park

I had been in Vancouver twice six years ago but both times had been fleeting visits, the first time a few hours between flights and the second time an overnight stay with an exuberant karaoke experience being my predominant memory. Our visit in January was Tom’s first time there and as I hadn’t gotten to Stanley Park on my first flying visits it was high on our list of things to do. We were blessed with...

Snow Storms in Canada & A Very Merry Christmas To You!

It’s that festive time of the year again! Let’s not beat around the bush about it, a huge MERRY CHRISTMAS from us here at Active Backpacker. I wish every single one of you all the best for the Christmas season, awesome presents and a cracking start to the New Year. We’re currently resting in Ottawa with Trudy’s family after our week long trip to New York. We will be here until January and...