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Denise & Reed
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Приєднався 16 кві 2020
Hi, we are Denise and Reed! In 2019 we bought our van and converted it into a tiny home on wheels and have been traveling with our dog Bella and cat Rita ever since. We are on a mission to share stories and experiences from our travels with you every Saturday :)
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We drove through Utah for THIS (Ultimate Van Life Road Trip Through Utah & Page AZ)
Ballon regatta, Red rock, Arches, Horseshoe Bend, and more!!! We had the ultimate weekend trip!
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Check out our favorite hacks for your next road trip. Some of these are affiliate links, and with zero extra cost to you, we may receive a percentage if you use them!
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Amazon van life essentials list: www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/F7783J0V46KN?ref_=wl_share
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Dometic CFX 75: amzn.to/3W0Ls5q
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LED Lights: amzn.to/3Ln4RIQ
2 burner Stove: amzn.to/3Y1FzHD
Bar sink: amzn.to/3S4FPSm
Foldable shovel: amzn.to/4cGk4R2
40-gallon water tank: amzn.to/4eYR6xv
Sea flo water pump: amzn.to/3zRoLZG
Sirocco II Bedroom fan: amzn.to/4cUezxO
Current must-read book: Circe amzn.to/3LnQ6W7
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👩🏾🤝👨🏻 Who are we?
Hi, we are Denise and Reed, a full-time travel couple. In 2019 we bought our van and converted it into a tiny home on wheels and have been traveling with our dog Bella and cat Rita ever since. We are on a mission to share stories and experiences from our travels with you every Saturday :)
SUBSCRIBE for travel videos, great food, and tangible tips to help you get out and live your own adventures!
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Join our weekly newsletter: eepurl.com/hx62XX
☕️ If you enjoy our videos and want to give us a lil pick me up, you can buy us a coffee!
buymeacoffee.com/deniseandreed
Check out our favorite hacks for your next road trip. Some of these are affiliate links, and with zero extra cost to you, we may receive a percentage if you use them!
🚐 Upside: Use promo code 9YK2WJ to get an extra $5 bonus on your first purchase.
⛽️ GasBuddy: Join for free and get the biggest savings on gas anywhere. Use code EM6JRUL
🎵 Find all of the copyright-free songs that we used in this episode on epidemic sound: share.epidemicsound.com/hvl7m0
Amazon van life essentials list: www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/F7783J0V46KN?ref_=wl_share
Faucet: amzn.to/465uxTM
Dometic CFX 75: amzn.to/3W0Ls5q
Maxx air fan: amzn.to/3zOiMou
LED Lights: amzn.to/3Ln4RIQ
2 burner Stove: amzn.to/3Y1FzHD
Bar sink: amzn.to/3S4FPSm
Foldable shovel: amzn.to/4cGk4R2
40-gallon water tank: amzn.to/4eYR6xv
Sea flo water pump: amzn.to/3zRoLZG
Sirocco II Bedroom fan: amzn.to/4cUezxO
Current must-read book: Circe amzn.to/3LnQ6W7
➡️ Follow us on social for more adventures!
@DeniseandReed Instagram:
deniseandreed
Website: deniseandreed.com/
👩🏾🤝👨🏻 Who are we?
Hi, we are Denise and Reed, a full-time travel couple. In 2019 we bought our van and converted it into a tiny home on wheels and have been traveling with our dog Bella and cat Rita ever since. We are on a mission to share stories and experiences from our travels with you every Saturday :)
SUBSCRIBE for travel videos, great food, and tangible tips to help you get out and live your own adventures!
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Epic 7 Day Utah Road Trip (Van Life in Southern Utah)
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This week we explore the Bonneville salt flats, Antelope Island for the annual bison roundup, Escalante slot canyons, and a few other gems! Join our weekly newsletter: eepurl.com/hx62XX ☕️ If you enjoy our videos and want to give us a lil pick me up, you can buy us a coffee! buymeacoffee.com/deniseandreed Check out our favorite hacks for your next road trip. Some of these are affiliate links, a...
American Couple's Impression of Canada (after 3 months traveling BC and Alberta)
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In this video, we are talking about our time in Canada. What we loved, what we found strange, if we will be back, and much more. We will also update you about where we are now and whats next! Watch our entire Canada Series here: ua-cam.com/video/NhLcDHCzfYU/v-deo.html Join our weekly newsletter: eepurl.com/hx62XX ☕️ If you enjoy our videos and want to give us a lil pick me up, you can buy us a ...
American Couples Last 24 Hours in Canada (Van life in Alberta and BC)
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We're taking the most scenic drive from Canada into the United States. We've spent a month in Canmore and now it's time to drive from Banff to Waterton National Park. Along the way, we visit Kootenay National Park, Radium Hot Springs, Cranbrook, and Fernie. BUT before we cross the border we have a few more things to scratch off our Canadian bucket list!! Join our weekly newsletter: eepurl.com/h...
American Couples First Time Driving The Icefields Parkway (Van Life in Jasper)
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It is our last week of van life in Canada so we're taking our van down one of the most scenic drives in the world! Icefields Parkway connects Banff to Jasper National Park. It's 230 km and was first built in 1931. We are exploring two lakes nearby and checking out Athabasca Glacier! Join our weekly newsletter: eepurl.com/hx62XX ☕️ If you enjoy our videos and want to give us a lil pick me up, yo...
American Couples First Impression of Banff National Park (Van Life in Alberta Canada)
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Lake louise is one of the most iconic lakes in the entire world, and certainly the Rocky Mountains. After breaking down last week, we were super excited to explore Banff, Lake Moraine, Lake Anges, and Johnston Canyon. Come along and see what an American couple from Colorado thinks of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Join our weekly newsletter: eepurl.com/hx62XX ☕️ If you enjoy our videos and want ...
Our Van Broke Down in Banff, Canada 🇨🇦 (Americans in Alberta, Canada)
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Mechanical problems in Canada weren't on our bingo card, but here we are. This week we finally make our way to Banff, Canada…just not how we expected. Find out what it's like for this American couple to get the van repaired at a dealership in Canmore and hopefully return to our road trip through Alberta, Canada. 🧰 Thank you Bens Towing! Website: bens-towing.ca/? ☕️ If you enjoy our videos and w...
American Couple Explores Vancouver Canada (Van Life in BC Canada)
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Last week we arrived in Canada! Now we're getting to know Vancouver, Canada a lot better! From suspension bridges and salmon pot pie to the Richmond night market, and Stanley Park we feel like we got a great taste of this unique city. We can't wait to explore more of beautiful British Columbia. Check out our favorite hacks for your next road trip. Some of these are affiliate links, and with zer...
American Couples First Impression of Canada (Van Life in BC Canada)
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After 3 years of van life, we have FINALLY made it to CANADA! We even have some visitors accompany us! In order to have all the experiences we hope to while in Canada we made a bucket list of 20 items and this week we’re checking off as mahy as we can! Check out our favorite hacks for your next road trip. Some of these are affiliate links, and with zero extra cost, to you we may receive a perce...
48 hours of Van Life in Seattle Washington
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Seattle is somewhere that we keep coming back. This week we are revisiting a few favorite places. We only have two days in this city so we try to squeeze in all the fun we can while we are here! Check out our favorite hacks for your next road trip. Some of these are affiliate links, and with zero extra cost to you, we may receive a percentage if you use them! 🧰 Our van life essentials list: www...
This is Van Life on the Oregon Coast
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This week we make it back to one of our favorite parts of the United States and it feels so good! Denise relives some of her favorite stops on the 101 and shows Reed a few hidden gems that she discovered on her solo trip through the area in 2022. We also visit a few new places together! Denise's solo coastal road trip: ua-cam.com/video/0X24wvs75D0/v-deo.htmlsi=NMh4hkjk8wp7b37F Check out our fav...
We Didn’t Think We’d Make It Here (Van Life Break-Down in the Redwoods)
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This week did not start the way we had hoped. On the way to Redwood State Park, we take an unexpected detour (in a tow truck) and spend a few days at the dealership. But we don't let this stop us from getting to our ultimate destination and our determination pays off! Check out our favorite hacks for your next road trip. Some of these are affiliate links, and with zero extra cost to you, we may...
Driving the Pacific Coast Highway to Big Sur (+ Vanlife in Yosemite NP)
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Hi everyone, it feels so good to be back! We start this week in Morro Bay and tackle the Big Sur drive. We head to Yosemite and meet up with someone very special to us! Northern California has so much in store for us and we look forward to sharing our adventures with you. ☕️ If you enjoy our videos and want to give us a lil pick me up, you can buy us a coffee! buymeacoffee.com/deniseandreed 📚 U...
Do we regret van life? (3 years of of full-time travel Q&A)
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In honor of 3 years of full-time travel, we wrote down a few questions to ask each other about our time on the road and shared our thoughts. You'll definitely learn something new about us in this one! Who are we? Hi, we are Denise and Reed, a full-time travel couple. In 2019 we bought our van and converted it into a tiny home on wheels and have been traveling with our dog Bella and cat Rita eve...
Escaping Van Life in Los Angeles (we needed this!)
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This week we leave Los Angeles for some much-needed TLC by Mount Whitney. This beautiful place gives us a break from the city and a chance to explore a new part of California that we have never seen before. Hi, we are Denise and Reed! In 2019 we bought our van and converted it into a tiny home on wheels and have been traveling with our dog Bella and cat Rita ever since. Our goal is to share sto...
15 Reasons Van Life Sucks (harsh realities)
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15 Reasons Van Life Sucks (harsh realities)
We tried van life in Malibu, California
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We tried van life in Malibu, California
Why we left YouTube & whats next (Channel Update)
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Why we left UA-cam & whats next (Channel Update)
Van life in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula (Porcupine Mountains, Bond Falls and more)
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Van life in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula (Porcupine Mountains, Bond Falls and more)
Fall van life roadtrip through Michigan
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Fall van life roadtrip through Michigan
72 hours of Van Life in Door County Wisconsin
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72 hours of Van Life in Door County Wisconsin
WHATS INSIDE the Worlds LARGEST Truck Stop?
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WHATS INSIDE the Worlds LARGEST Truck Stop?
Crossing the entire USA in our self converted van! (Vanlife in the Midwest starts now!)
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Crossing the entire USA in our self converted van! (Vanlife in the Midwest starts now!)
Making Changes To The Van (Starting a New Chapter of Van Life)
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Making Changes To The Van (Starting a New Chapter of Van Life)
We made a HUGE mistake (first week of Van Life in the U.S)
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We made a HUGE mistake (first week of Van Life in the U.S)
Our first week of Van Life in the United States
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Our first week of Van Life in the United States
The Maritimes is a must ❤
I really enjoyed your video, thank you. We emigrated to Canada 47yrs ago with three young boys, from England. I live in Regina, Saskatchewan and still marvel at the friendliness of people.Saskatchewan has its own beauty and has approximately 100,000 lakes in the north and prairie in the south. Well worth the visit.
Flashing green is a pedestrian controlled crossing. Ped pushes button to cross - light changes to yellow, then red. All within 60 secs
Nova Scotia and Newfoundland! Flashing green is an advanced green for turning 8nstead of a arrow..
I’m surprised that you were surprised about the lack of tortillas….. that’s like a Canadian being surprised there’s no proper poutine when travelling the US. It’s just not a a large part of our culture. In BC you will get great Asian foods because of the large Asian populations.
East coast next time?
Welcome to Cabada !
You couldn’t find tortillas that’s hilarious you obviously didn’t look hard enough and there’s lots of Mexican stores and restaurants in the lower mainland.
Hopewell Rocks close to Moncton NB. Must see. Highest tide in the world. Walk the ocean bottom at low tide. An absolute MUST DO!!
And Italian food.
I’ve been to Vancouver and Bowen island.
In Ontario, go to Niagara-On-The-Lake and take a wine yard tour. at the Trius winery, followed by a great dinner. Make sure you finish the meal with Ice Wine. It's heavenly.
Hey guys. I am an American who moved to Canada 15 years ago and have never looked back I have felt welcomed since my first day here and I am so glad you fell in love with Canada I sure hope you return and get to experience more of this beautiful land. You are welcome anytime.
If you come back for a visit, head east, and stay at least one night here. For 93 years, Fairmont Le Château Montebello has been known for its rustic charm, unique architecture and beautiful natural surroundings. Described as the true Canadian experience, the world’s largest log cabin is a welcoming resort destination with more than 40 unique activities and experiences available on-site.
I came to Alberta in 1996 at the age of 19 as an immigrant in search for getting admission in a University. Did my university Engineering degree here in Calgary, I decided against moving anywhere else such as, the Eastern provinces or the US and decided to build my career here and pay my taxes here since I did not yearn to go anywhere else. I came here only with $150 in 1996 as a 19 year old. Now, with a career working in the corporate industry for 23+ years, wife, kids, big house, expensive cars etc. everything I could hope for, I am able to afford. Whatever your aspirations are, Calgary has the tools in spades to make it happen as long as you can put in the hard work and also Banff, Lake Louise being there only 2 hours drive away, is the icing on the cake..
If ever you go back, and travel to Alaska, make sure to travel the BC interior way…the parks and scenery is out of this world! Have fun! West to east hey! You know what will make it “unforgettable…”: Quebec City, the city but also the French…are you ready to be “amazed”??? Try it! Above Maine/Vermont, you will find the francophone province of Quebec! The food is accordingly…amazing, and yes, we invented “poutine” lol! Au plaisir!
I'm live prince edward island canada and I was in banff in the winter and the hot springs at castle mountain were very nice
Glad you came to visit BC. You are always most welcome here. Since you love nature and hiking next time you are in Vancouver area you must do the Grouse Grind. What an exilerating feeling when you climb that last step to the top of Grouse Mountain.
Like many things, you cannot bring pepper spray across the border, however, living here in Edmonton Alberta, a city with a metro population of 1.7 million. My daughter carries bear spray, (pepper spray) in a nicer part of town, with her every morning when she goes for her morning run. If you go to B.C. once more the Okanagan valley is beautiful.
As a Canadian, Banff is one of my least favorite places. # tourist trap.
I live in Newfoundland which is the newest Canadian province, joined the country back in 1949. Since we retained our status as a European colony for so long, we also retained a lot of 'odds and ends' when it comes to our culture. For example, the spoken accent in Newfoundland sounds like 60% heavy rural Irish, maybe 10% Scottish, 15% English, and the last 15% being a combination of French, Spanish, and Portuguese influence - all combined to make Newfoundland English or "Newfinese" haha. Almost completely incomprehensible to the average English speaker when you get into the more rural NL areas. NL is the most eastern province so we were the first to be settled by European colonizers. So most of our developed land is haphazard, because they were just trying to survive when they settled here and didn't exactly plan well. In general the further west you go, the more organized the land development is. Our ancestors just didn't have the resources or manpower to create meticulously cultivated cities, so things are a bit more labyrinthine here, we built around the land instead of shaping the land based on our expansion plans. Just warning you since you seem to do most of your own navigating - I hate trying to drive around the populated areas in NL haha. That being said, we have so much beautiful, untouched landscape and wildlife here. A ton of history too, since we were kind of the "test run" for colonizers in the early days - based on the easternly location, when the ships sailing across the Atlantic hit land, it was Newfoundland. Our provincial traveller's guide website does a pretty good job at highlighting the attractions, but here's a few suggestions: Cape Spear Lighthouse (Large staircase trail, oldest still-standing lighthouse in NL, historical significance during 2nd World War) Signal Hill/Cabot Tower (Mountainous hiking trail, strategic use in military defense and communications) St. John's Quidi Vidi area (a military outpost/cod fishing region used by various European countries since the 1600's) Cape St. Mary's (a short cliffside hike to a seabird colony of thousands) Ferryland (short walk to the lighthouse picnics overlooking the ocean from a high elevation) Mistaken Point & Cape Race Lighthouse (Mistaken Point is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a 500+ million year old fossil sea bed you can take a tour to walk out on, and Cape Race was the nearest NL Lighthouse to receive the Titanic's distress call in 1912) Elliston (coastline is home to hundreds of puffins - also home to hundreds of ancient root cellars) Fogo Island & Change Islands - Bonavista, Trinity & Port Rexton - Brigus & Cupids - Twillingate - Dildo (all small 'fishing towns' with their unique charms, beautiful rugged coastline and salt-of-the-earth community) Gros Morne National Park (many hiking trails in varying distances and difficulties, rare flora and fauna, breathtaking mountainous regions, fjords, waterfalls, the tablelands - another UNESCO WHS) L'Anse aux Meadows (another UNESCO WHS, the only authenticated Viking/Norse archeological site in North America, which uncovered history of the nordic explorer Lief Erickson - also, the encampment of Norstead, a recreation of a viking trading port) And honestly this is the tip of the iceberg (oh yeah, we have those too) - I just picked a handful of outdoorsy, trail or nature based areas, since that seems to be what you two enjoy the most. There's so many more beautiful places on top of these, and so many other things to do besides just view the sights.
I just can't not watch you guys without smiling. So delighted to explore with you I hope you get a Bazillion subscribers
I am in eastern Canada, Nova Scotia. There r 4 eastern provinces right in the water on the Atlantic Ocean, u r never too far from the water, so many things to do and see if u love the water. Plus the cabot trail in Nova Scotia is one of the top 3 scenic drives in the world, the other two being big sur and the Apennine way in Italy.
You guys are absolutely the sweetest. So positive. So lovely to hear all your hyped responses about your adventures in my backyard. Indeed the Canadian Rockies are magical… Your country equally magical. Re-re-: your last video, as far as I know a flashing green light simply means that there's a lane available to be turning Left so the oncoming traffic is stopped for you. I've never seen that it is a flashing green to acknowledge there are lots of pedestrians if anything it would be a flashing yellow to indicate slow down proceed with caution. Look forward to hearing more from you guys. So happy to subscribe to a positivesite.
My husband is from the East Coast, specifically Newfoundland. I have been there many times and each time it did not disappoint. There are so many things to do on the west coast where my husband is from. You can climb Grosse Morne Mountain, hike to Western Brook Falls, take a drive to see the Viking ruins, and whale watching from the shore to name a few. The best thing of all is the people. If you go to Canada's east coast, Newfoundland is a must-see.
When I moved from Toronto to Vancouver in 1992 I had no idea what a flashing green traffic light meant either. A green flashing traffic light means it is pedestrian crosswalk controlled light, so you have to be prepared to stop. I have a Mexican girlfriend I know where all the great Mexican restaurants are. I don't know where you were shopping but there are tortillas at every grocery store I've ever been to.
😂 You talked about so many cool things about Canada...but I'm here to weigh in on the real issue... the All Dressed chips. Ruffles is the way to go. Old Dutch Ridgies are an ok alternative, but everything else is just an all dressed disappointment.
I'm so happy you enjoy Canada' 🇨🇦 west coast is our most beautiful part of our country by far. I really enjoyed your video 😃
I think you need to check out the east coast of canada 🇨🇦
The flashing green light in BC is related to pedestrians. However in every other province the flashing green light gives right of way to vehicles to make left hand turns.
Timmies is standard coffee. You can mix though. I get 1/2 black 1/2 french vanilla . . It is a quick , inexpensive coffee and donut shop. I think for the price the food is decent. Don't expect 4 star... It's fast food. Their breakfast sandwiches are good.
Wow... Lucky your cat didn't get attacked . She is anaxk dood for the wildlife. Brave to let her out
Go to Newfoundland to see Icebergs. Best from May to July. But the best weather is in August.
East coast is very different from the west. Do visit the maritime provinces and Newfoundland. In Nova Scotia make sure you go to Cape Breton, the Cabot Trail ..lots to see in NS.
13:11 The flashing green in BC denotes a pedestrian crossing but in Ontario it is an advanced green for left turns
No guns
You only saw 10th of BC and Alberta.
Eastern Canada is equally stunning in a completely different way. The Cabot Trail is a must, and if you’re able to get to Newfoundland…signal hill, cape spear (the eastern most point in North America… It’s a really good place to catch a sunrise. If you can get there early enough], George Street in St. John’s, and if you do the West Coast as well, definitely spend a few days in Gros Morne national Park. It is stunning… while in the national park, check out Western Brook Pond, Bakers Brook Falls, and a tour of the table lands, where the earths mantle is visible.
Glad you enjoyed your Canada visit. I live in Squamish BC. Have hiked in Joffre Lakes. Another gorgeous hike is the trail to Taylor Meadows and Garibaldi Lake. Vancouver is a beautiful city. Victoria the capital of BC is beautiful too. I love Tofino ! I really want to visit Newfoundland and Nova Scotia. I was born in Australia, another beautiful country. Immigrated with my family to BC when I was 15 yrs old.
I have a friend that stayed in the Ukraine a few years ago and he said they have squid flavoured potato chips there.😂
Weird traffic laws: if you go to Montréal (it is an island), on the island you cannot turn right at a red light (no sign advising of this). Once you are out of Montréal or “off the island”, you can turn right on a red light. 😂 However, a beautiful city to visit.
I wanna go to MOAB looks so nice! Glad you have fun. Stay safe always and God bless.
We live in Chilliwack BC surrounded by mountains with beautiful Vedder River. You must also visit the Sunshine Coast- our favorite spot on the west coast- a short ferry ride from the Horse shoe bay! Come back…Canada is a cool place to live !!
Would love to have you visit..Montréal makes the best Poutine...so i hear..come to bc again, we'd love to have you visit more of Vancouver island..come, be canadian, would love to have a positive kind couple!!!
I am in Ontario. Go to Montreal and Nova Scotia, ❤❤ Toronto is good too. You have CN TowerAnd it’s revolving restaurant at the top! You can go to the harbour front and travel to the islands via ferry
😅You two are amazing . I"m from Ontario and you are welcome to visit us anytime also would love to help with accommodations 😂
its funny as a Canadian living in British Columbia all those things you mentioned I sometimes take for granted, as for Banff i consider the rocky mountains and Banff part of British Columbia as for glacier area I loved that Area as a child but there are so many little places in BC that are great but I really dont want to mention because then they would become populated and the last places I used to love are all over populated and river rafting companies came in and ruined it for me I go there now and its all camp sites and I find garbage and broken bottles the wild strawberry's and wild rose bushes trampled it just makes me sad at how people can be . I am glad that you enjoyed your trip though. as for the pepper spray yes but you can always buy bear spray
Come to Leamington Ontario for the best Mexican food. You'll think you're in Mexico with all the Mexican grocery stores and Restaurants. Close to Pelee Island too.
Come to the East Coast
I live in small town BC and bears roam my yard daily! So do herds of deer.