Final Stop: Banff

After a whirlwind two weeks in the Western US and Canada, the final stop was Banff. It was a fun town to hang out in, though the hotel had lots to offer. There were views, a pool, scenic walks, great food and drink and other ways to soak up the last of vacation!

Morning on a Glacier

While Alberta’s lakes are gorgeous, we set off on a unique adventure in Jasper National Park – a hike up Athabasca Glacier. Colin was a trooper, having gotten a stomach bug the night before, and Owen grappled with some extra chill at the top of the glacier. But, in the end, it was worth the…

Yet More Lake Beauty

Staying on Lake Louise was a real treat, but Lake Moraine was not to be missed! From up high and down low, there was so much beauty to take in.

The Beauty of Alberta Canada

After a week in Montana, we headed north across the border for some time in the Canadian Rockies. First stop was Lake Louise, which had some of the brightest blue water you could ever imagine.

Home on the Ranch

After a quick trip to Glacier National Park, we hunkered down at the Bar W Guest Ranch for a week of riding, ranch activities and summer camp-style fun. We enjoyed all the ranch had to offer, with adult camp and kid camp, plus plenty of family time. Here are a few highlights…

Kicking off Vacay at Glacier National Park

For the first two-week vacation in decades, we set off first to Montana! We stayed in West Glacier before a daytrip around Glacier National Park. It was a perfect entry into a beautiful part of the country!

Final Day of Olympic Action

Our last day at the Olympics was only one session, but a successful one! We saw Americans win medals in six competitions, including gold in the men’s shot put, several silver for sprinting and shot put, and a bronze for sprinting and triple jump.

Double Olympic Action

With a day for adjustment, we had our busiest outing day two with a walking tour and two Olympic events. We were lucky to see the USA MNT take on Morocco in soccer (though lose), as well as numerous Americans swim – with one medalist that night.

A Visit to Paris for Les Jeux Olympics

When we got tickets in 2023, a lot had to happen to make it to the Olympic Games – finding a place, having the flight go on time, surviving day one with little sleep. We were thrilled to have it all happen, and as a result, had a whirlwind but amazing long weekend! Here was…