I'm continuing my story about the top 12 things that I believe set Iqaluit apart from other provincial and territorial capitals in Canada. This is Part 3 of 3. You can find the previous two parts here: Part 1 and Part 2. 

I hope you enjoyed the first part of my article about the top 12 things that I believe set Iqaluit apart from other provincial and territorial capitals in Canada. Scroll down to read the second part and make sure you book your own trip to Nunavut to experience everything firsthand. I know for a fact that I will return one day to explore more of what this fascinating Canadian territory has to offer.

Due to its location and unique cultural characteristics, Iqaluit, the capital city of Nunavut is very different from other provincial or territorial capitals in Canada. You see and feel it even before your plane touches town on the Iqaluit's runway which, by the way, is among the longest runways in Canada. Interestingly, Whitehorse and Yellowknife, the capitals of Yukon and Northwest Territories respectively, sit only slightly southerly on the North American continent, but somehow Iqaluit looks a world away from them. In this three-part article, I'll share with you my top 12 observations that I believe set Iqaluit apart from other Canadian cities.

While most people in Canada were packing for a beach vacation, camping trip into the woods or just getting ready to celebrate the Canada Day in their own city or town, I headed to Nunavut, the Canada's largest and the northernmost territory in the Arctic. Yes, I don't like the summer heat in Ontario and yes, it can get pretty cold up there in Nunavut. Jokes aside, I certainly didn't expect to wear a winter jacket, hat and gloves in the month of July. But the trip was well worth it. Canada truly is a very large, beautiful and diverse country. In my first article from the arctic trip, I want to show you a 30,000 ft view of the vast and untamed Canadian tundra. Tell me what you think about these natural patterns and textures!

As the April days are getting longer and warmer, it's absolutely mandatory that you spend more time outside. Especially when you can still enjoy it mosquito-free! I don't know about you, but I become very excited when I get a chance to explore a new place. And, by the way, a new place does not mean going far. Even if it's your own city or town, I guarantee there will always be something new yet to be discovered. That has been the case for me in Montreal where I happen to spend quite a bit of my time over the past two years. I've walked pretty much everywhere in the 5 km / 3 mile radius from the central train station. Mostly after work though when it's already dark outside. But longer spring days let me see more at a daylight, that's why I'm always up to a nice walk after work. Continue reading to learn about an itinerary that I really enjoyed. It's strenuous due to its length and slightly off the beaten path, but I'm sure you'll like it too.

Amsterdam wasn't not my first choice when it comes to visiting places in Europe, I just happened to catch a free overnight stopover in mid-August last summer. But I can now see why so many people worship Amsterdam and pilgrimage there from all over the world: Amsterdam, similarly to Las Vegas, is a sin city where a few universally forbidden pleasures are easily accessible and totally legal. However, as it often happens, Amsterdam is not only about getting high or strolling around the Red Light District at night. It also seems to be a very livable city with a rich history, uncustomary architecture, and excellent food options. And besides traditional public transit and your own feet, you have at least two more wonderful ways to explore the city: by taking a boat and riding a bicycle.

Imagine not just one canyon, but a wave of hundreds or thousands of them carved by water and gravity as far as you can see. Sounds exciting? That's about Canyonlands National Park in southeastern Utah. Little known place before it became a national park in 1964, Canyonlands National Park still looks and feels worlds away when wandering a bit off the paved roads. In fact, the park remains largely unhampered, so you can explore it on foot or from your 4x4 for days or even weeks without seeing another person, that's how vast and remote it is.