Category: Northwest Territories
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Four Awesome Places to Eat in Yellowknife
While I wouldn’t exactly call Yellowknife a hotbed of culinary activity, there are a few places that you have to try while you are there. From historic, to quirky, to straight up delicious, these four places offer some of the most interesting northern dining experiences out there.
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Four Amazing Waterfalls in the Northwest Territories
The Northwest Territories are home to an incredible group of waterfalls. They can be strung along into a pretty cool road trip that also takes you close to both Wood Buffalo and Nahanni National Parks. If you have a hankering for some serious hydro action, I say ditch the crowds at Niagara and plan a…
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Northern Hospitality – Christmas in Yellowknife
We went to Yellowknife to visit a friend and to see the Northern Lights. What we found is a sense of community and hospitality that gives the southern United States a good run for its money. You’ve heard of Southern Hospitality? I’m here to tell you that Northern Hospitality is where it’s at. (Bold, I…
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Chasing the Aurora in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
Lying under the summer stars and watching the green waves of the aurora slowly take over the sky is almost a rite of passage for Canadian kids. Having moved to Calgary in my 20s, I definitely felt like I was missing out. Once, on a camping trip in Waterton National Park, I thought I saw…