Robin&Arlene Karpan

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Things to Do in Penticton: Your Guide to Exploring the City Between Two Lakes in British Columbia

Mar 26, 2025 | weexplorecanada.com | Arlene Karpan |Robin&Arlene Karpan

Tucked between two sparkling lakes in the heart of British Columbia’s stunning Okanagan Valley, Robin and Arlene Karpan share their experience exploring all the best things to do in Penticton. Whether you’re more into hiking and adventure or sipping local wines, ciders and beers, their journey will inspire you to make the most of your visit. Penticton’s biggest appeal is its prime location in the south Okanagan Valley, with stunning lakelands backed by mountain peaks.
St. Eugene Resort Near Cranbrook, BC: A Powerful Indigenous Cultural Experience in a Surprising Setting

Feb 27, 2025 | weexplorecanada.com | Arlene Karpan |Robin&Arlene Karpan

If you’re planning a trip to Cranbrook, British Columbia, don’t miss St. Eugene Resort. It’s a destination blending natural beauty with cultural and historical teachings. Robin and Arlene Karpan return with another captivating guide, exploring the resort’s unique transformation from a former residential school to a vibrant centre for Indigenous culture, history, and renewal.
Photographing the Seabird Extravaganza at Cape St. Mary’s Newfoundland

Jan 7, 2025 | photojourneys.ca | Robin&Arlene Karpan

Table of ContentsToggleAll photos © Robin and Arlene KarpanWhen it comes to watching and photographing nesting colonies of seabirds at close range, nothing can compare to the rare experience at Cape St. Mary’s Ecological Reserve.
Tips to Photograph the Northern Lights

Sep 11, 2024 | photojourneys.ca | Robin&Arlene Karpan

Table of ContentsToggleAll photos © Robin and Arlene KarpanDo you enjoy watching and photographing dazzling northern lights, or aurora borealis, displays? The good news is that we are in a period that is stacking up to be the best in the past two decades. So there is no better time to grab your camera and get ready to capture one of nature’s greatest spectacles.
The Newly Reopened Boundary Bog Trail in Prince Albert National Park

Aug 29, 2024 | photojourneys.ca | Robin&Arlene Karpan

Table of ContentsToggleAll photos © Robin and Arlene KarpanBoundary Bog Nature Trail has long been one of our favourite short hikes in Saskatchewan’s Prince Albert National Park. It reopened this summer after being closed for a long time while the stretches of boardwalk were being rebuilt through the wet, soggy environment. Now it is better than ever, with a new walkway, plenty of benches to rest and admire the view, and new signage that provides the lowdown on this special environment.
Prairie Dog Wildlife Adventure in Grasslands National Park, Saskatchewan

Aug 14, 2024 | photojourneys.ca | Robin&Arlene Karpan

Table of ContentsToggleAll photos © Robin and Arlene KarpanFor a sure bet at wildlife viewing and photography, black-tailed prairie dogs in the West Block of Grasslands National Park in southern Saskatchewan can provide hours of entertainment. What’s more, this is the only place in Canada to find them in their natural habitat.
Where to use your Parks Canada Discovery Pass in Saskatchewan

Aug 6, 2024 | photojourneys.ca | Robin&Arlene Karpan

Table of ContentsToggleAll photos © Robin and Arlene KarpanThe Parks Canada Discovery Pass is one of the best travel deals in the country. Instead of paying admission fees every time you go to a national park or national historic site, you buy a pass that is good for over 80 sites across Canada, and you can use it for a year. It can pay for itself in only a few visits whether your travels take you across the country or close to home. Here are places where you can use it in Saskatchewan.
Having a Sweet Time in St. Stephen, New Brunswick - Canada’s Chocolate Town

Jul 24, 2024 | photojourneys.ca | Robin&Arlene Karpan

Table of ContentsToggleAll photos © Robin and Arlene KarpanIf you like chocolate, don’t miss a visit to St. Stephen, New Brunswick, dubbed Canada’s Chocolate Town. You can take a stroll around Chocolate Park, drive down Chocolate Drive, and take a tour of the Chocolate Museum. Drop by in early August and you can even take in the annual Chocolate Fest.
Discovering the Oasis of Saskatchewan's Pine Cree Regional Park

Jul 6, 2024 | photojourneys.ca | Robin&Arlene Karpan

All photos © Robin and Arlene KarpanPine Cree Regional Park is a surprising oasis in southern Saskatchewan. While it is in the midst of southern grasslands, it almost seems like you’re in the northern boreal forest surrounded by huge spruce trees. It’s this mix of landscapes that gives the park its special appeal. It ranks among our favourite places to camp in southern Saskatchewan.
Exploring the Jellybean Houses of St. John's Newfoundland

Jun 21, 2024 | photojourneys.ca | Robin&Arlene Karpan

St. John’s, Newfoundland ranks as the most colourful city in Canada, thanks in large part to the brilliant Jellybean Houses of downtown. Strolling along the streets is like being whisked away into a fairytale world of whimsy. Discovering the Jazzy JellybeansExploring the downtown streets became a contest to see who could find the most colourful row houses spread along the hillsides rising from the harbour.