Kaitlyn grew up in southern Ontario by the beach, but the mountains always called to her.
After residing in Alberta for 8 years, she moved to Vancouver, then drove across the country to live in Nova Scotia, then eventually found her way back to Alberta.
Kaitlyn has experience working for the Calgary Stampede and Pursuit Banff Jasper Collection and regularly visits the mountains for family hikes.
A new mom of two, Kaitlyn is slowly getting back into yoga, photography, and writing, publishing her third book.
What is your favorite place in Canada?
My favorite place in Canada would have to be Tofino on Vancouver Island. The culinary scene with fresh produce and highly skilled chefs makes this such a great spot for foodies, and the hippy vibe of the small tourist town encourages visitors to try surfing or yoga on the beach and hiking to natural hot springs. The long beaches are worth a day trip each, with unique character around every corner.
What one thing in Canada should you experience at least once in your life?
Canoeing on a lake in the mountains such as Lake Louise or Moraine Lake. Paddling through the crystal-clear waters and witnessing that 360-degree mountainous view is definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience. For any yogis out there I would highly recommend partaking in a mountaintop yoga class where you go up the Banff Gondola to enjoy a class on the terrace overlooking the town.
What is your best travel memory in Canada?
One of the perks of being a Banff local was going up the Gondola countless times. My favorite experience was on an “inversion day” where the clouds were below the top of the mountain so that the town of Banff was covered but the sky above was clear. The surrounding mountains looked as if they were just floating in the clouds.
Kaitlyn Joaquin
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