Posts in category Summer Road Trip

Finding a place to stay close to home has proven to be exactly the kind of break we are all looking for.

This blog post was written by guest author, Natalie Preddie. By now, we’ve all concluded that summer 2020 has become an exciting exploration of our home provinces, discovering everything that this beautiful country has to offer. From mountains to lakes, …

Great places to visit right now that are in your own back yard

Intra-provincial Travel, Road trips and Flexibility Pave the Way to Recovery   It’s no surprise that travel looks very different this summer. With so much having changed and impacted the way we move around in our day to day lives, …

There are two kinds of people in this world: People who need to make their own mistakes and people who are wise enough to learn from the mistakes of others. If you’re as wise as I think you to be, …

How to keep everyone Happy in the Car The success of a road trip is often determined by the time spent in the car on route to your destination. It’s easy for everyone to be giddy with anticipation or happy …

5 Road Trip Destinations that deserve your attention (1) Niagara Falls  Where to stay: Pick a spot with a view of those iconic waterfalls and within walking distance of key Niagara Falls attractions. A few to consider:  The Niagara Falls …

12 Tips for packing for a road trip For all our complaining about airline luggage restrictions, the truth is that they work. You know that if you pack more than a carry-on bag of a certain size and weight you’re …

Vancouver, BC: Tip from #vanfoodietours visit Market @shangrila_van m-f over lunch $32 for 3-course meal served within 50 mins! #deal #expediaroadtrip

Seattle – Vancouver: Testing the @ExpediaCA mobile app on #AppleWatch. Hotel booking updates on my wrist! The future. #ExpediaRoadtrip

Seattle, Washington: Stopping by the Chuck Jones exhibit EMP museum on our way through Seattle was the perfect way to begin  to wrap up our road trip experience

Mariposa: We stayed in #mariposa and drove into Yosemite most days. On our last morning we spent the am ziplining with Yosemite Zipline and Adventure Ranch. Guides were patient and funny even when the 13yo went over the procedure with …

Yosemite to Northern California : We went through this rock arch entryway to Yosemite National Park several times during the last few days. Each time I felt dwarfed by the rocks. But it was when I took this shot from …

So here’s the thing about the national parks across the #USA: If you take the time to explore them you will find a spot, despite the crowds, that is definitively yours. In Yosemite, this was mine. View this post on …

View last night as we came into California from Nevada. The changing topography of this country continues to blow me away. The sunsets aren’t bad either. View this post on Instagram View last night as we came into #California from …

Hiking gear is read for tomorrow. Dinner is in sight. All checked in at the hotel. Nothing to do now but lean back and appreciate the incredible beauty of Utah.

Two minutes in Zion was already killing my memory card. Get here. View this post on Instagram Two minutes in Zion was already killing my memory card. Get here. #utah #roadtripUSA #equinox #globetrottingmama A post shared by Heather Greenwood Davis …

Road Trip Tip: Consider booking outside of the major cities. Choosing our Expedia.ca accommodations in Tropic instead of something next to the park offered us better rates and different options. We stayed in a log cabin in Tropic and fell …

Welcome, There is nothing like a road trip. At a time when our control over travel is being limited with baggage restrictions, flight changes and soaring fares, the ability to simply hop in your vehicle and take to the open …

Learning to cook gumbo, red beans & rice ++ our host is hilarious! @ExpediaCA #expediaroadtrip Heather’s Tips on Planning the Ultimate Family Road Trip Do bring carefully chosen snacks. The moment you’re feeling ravenous will be the moment all the …

San Antonio & Austin Staying close to the gorgeous San Antonio Riverwalk means you’ll have access to plenty of local, walkable restaurants and activities. Evenings on the waterfront offer everything from outdoor shows to small Rio San Antonio cruises. It’s …

Heather’s Tips on Planning the Ultimate Family Road Trip Don’t leave your tech at home: Go with the flow and book via the Expedia app. I get that you probably want to keep things in check but leaving it behind …

Road Trip Tip: Don’t underestimate the value of a great guide. Our Grand Canyon Jeep tour booked through the Expedia app was excellent and perfectly suited for our kids. A mix of driving, walking and great information brought the Canyon …

Road Trip Tip: Build in down days. Driving may not feel exhausting when you think of it but it requires a lot more focus and concentration than you might’ve anticipated. Building in a few days when you aren’t moving and …

Those fascinated by aliens won’t be disappointed by Roswell, New Mexico. The small town offers plenty of alien photo stops, a McDonalds shaped like a spaceship and quirky shops and museums to explore.

Road Trip Tip: Sometimes the places you haven’t heard of offer you something you weren’t expecting. Alpine had fantastic murals and was next door to the famous Marfa Lights. It was one of those destinations we likely would never have …