Calgary Archives https://thisbritslife.com/tag/calgary/ Travel, Expat Life, and Politics for Independent Women Sat, 04 Apr 2026 19:21:41 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://thisbritslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/this-brits-life-blog-favicon-75x75.jpgCalgary Archiveshttps://thisbritslife.com/tag/calgary/ 32 32 What Is Calgary Known For? History, Culture, And Solo Travel Insightshttps://thisbritslife.com/what-calgary-is-known-for/ Thu, 15 Jan 2026 07:25:52 +0000 https://thisbritslife.com/?p=77598Think Calgary is all cowboys, oil rigs, and the Stampede? You’re not wrong, but that’s just the surface. This Canadian city often gets reduced to stereotypes, yet it offers so much more for travelers, especially if you’re exploring solo. Calgary is where western grit meets urban ease, where you can walk from a glass skyscraper to...

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]]> Solo Traveler’s Guide To The Whiskey Rose Saloon In Calgaryhttps://thisbritslife.com/whiskey-rose-saloon-calgary/ Sun, 01 Jun 2025 20:54:03 +0000 https://thisbritslife.com/?p=71222Picture this: It’s a Friday night in Calgary, and you’re a solo traveler craving more than just another bar. You’re after country music, cold whiskey, and a friendly crowd. You want a place that feels like a little slice of Nashville, without leaving Alberta. That’s exactly what you’ll find at Whiskey Rose Saloon on 17th Avenue...

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]]> Where to Stay In Calgary For Solo Female Travelershttps://thisbritslife.com/where-to-stay-in-calgary/ https://thisbritslife.com/where-to-stay-in-calgary/#comments Sat, 31 May 2025 04:01:13 +0000 https://thisbritslife.com/?p=71445Wondering where to stay in Calgary on your first solo trip? I’ve been there—literally. I have visited Calgary solo several times now, and it’s a very friendly, walkable, and safe city, especially for women traveling alone. Whether you’re here for the excitement of the Calgary Stampede, a relaxing weekend getaway, or making a quick stop...

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]]> https://thisbritslife.com/where-to-stay-in-calgary/feed/ 2 17 Great Reasons To Visit Calgary Alonehttps://thisbritslife.com/reasons-to-visit-calgary-alone/ Mon, 03 Mar 2025 05:21:53 +0000 https://thisbritslife.com/?p=71273Safe, scenic, and full of cowboy charm, Calgary is one of Canada’s most underrated cities for solo travelers. I’ve visited Calgary multiple times now, and it’s become one of my favorite places in Canada. I may even move there! It might not be the first place that comes to mind for a solo trip to North...

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]]> Ultimate Guide To Ranchman’s Cookhouse and Dance Hallhttps://thisbritslife.com/ranchmans-cookhouse-dance-hall/ Thu, 08 Aug 2024 06:43:24 +0000 https://thisbritslife.com/?p=69490If you’re visiting Calgary and want a truly local, cowboy-themed night out, Ranchman’s Cookhouse and Dance Hall is a must-visit. Known as Calgary’s most iconic country bar, it’s packed with line dancing, live music, and classic Western charm — and yes, it’s surprisingly solo-traveler friendly. I first heard about Ranchman’s during my first Calgary Stampede...

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