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At Grownup Travels, we believe in the kind of travel where you bring home stories, not souvenirs. We are up for adventures with rough edges but soft landings, accommodations that are unique or boutique, and the kind of cultural experiences that make your travels truly memorable. Read some of our latest articles below, scroll down to browse a destination that interests you, or visit our photo galleries that are sure to fuel your wanderlust.
Why Waterton Lakes National Park Should be on Your Bucket List
The Prince of Wales Hotel, an iconic symbol of 1920’s wilderness luxury, may be what first greeted us on our arrival in Waterton Lakes National Park. But this much-photographed landmark turned out to be only the beginning of what impressed us about Waterton. Here’s more about why you should put this hidden gem in Alberta on your bucket list.
Enjoy a Taste of Midland on this Ontario Getaway
Midland Food Tours isn’t just a great way to sample the gastronomic goodies that the town of Midland, Ontario has to offer – it’s also one of the best ways to get to meet the people who live here, explore the town on a more intimate level, and discover some of the nearby local attractions of Southern Georgian Bay. In other words, it’s a great Ontario getaway. Read more….
Butchart Gardens: Jennie Butchart’s Living Legacy
Jennie Butchart, the visionary behind the world famous Butchart Gardens outside of Victoria was the first to admit that she knew ‘next to nothing about gardening” when she started her massive garden project. What Jennie did know, though, was that she valued beauty, and knew her way around colour and design. And she used that knowledge to create something whose sole purpose was to delight the eye…
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