Calgary Concept StoreStore Manager: Felicity Lyons
205 - 10th St NW
Calgary, AB, Canada
T2N 1V5
Toll Free: 888-800-4100
Tel: 403 283-5575
Fax: 403 283-5579
kensingtonstore@gap.caStore hours:Mon-Fri: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sat: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sun: Closed
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Calgary Concept Store
Catering to the Calgary crowd with a convenient Kensington location, our concept store offers weekly adventure deals, and an expert staff of seasoned travellers who can help you plan and prepare for your next holiday whether it is a special family vacation, adventure honeymoon, trek in the Andes or round the world escape. Perhaps you want to head to Antarctica, or take a quick trip to Costa Rica? Stop by and pick up a brochure, we'd be happy to have you join our world of adventure travel.
Events
CALGARY - JanuaryBrazil is the biggest country in South America. It borders every other country of the continent except Chile and Ecuador. When someone hears the word Brazil, one thinks of the great Amazon forest, hangliding from 'Christ the Redeemer', great soccer players, Carnival time – but don’t forget the warm people, great cities with Great food and festive atmosphere, gorgeous blue waters caressing the white sand beaches, two rivers that meet but can not mix together, an awesome combination of cultures - and so much more!
Come hear about our tours to this amazing country Including our SAILING TALL SHIP ADVENTURE!!
**A coin donation for Planeterra our foundation supporting local communities directly is suggested**
Space VERY limited. Please RSVP.
Have you ever dreamed of trekking through the Himalayan Mountains and seeing Mt. Everest staring down upon you oh so majestically? Then come on down for this evening's presentation and hear all about this beautiful country.
Ned just got back from trekking to Everest Base Camp in late October, and is eager to discuss her trials and tribulations and success with everyone. This trip is designed to get you out and explore Nepal; from the lush green (yes green!) countryside to the white snow peaked mountains to the wonderful culture and religions that make this tiny nation so intriguing.
Come on down this evening and learn about the G.A.P Everest Adventure (www.gapadventures.com/tour/anea) as Ned shows you her photos from the tour, some sights of Kathmandu as well, and talks in depth about the day to day trekking and what to expect on this 15 day tour.
Suggested donation of $2 accepted at the door for our nonprofit organization; Planeterra.
Space VERY limited. Please RSVP.
The mention of Turkey conjures up vague visions of Oriental splendor and decadence, of mystery and intrigue, of sultans and harems, of luxury and wickedness in the minds of most western visitors.... all of these in a way are true. The Turks as a nation are friendly to foreign visitors, the cuisine is excellent, the cities are dotted with majestic old buildings and the countryside is as beatiful as a national park. The Turks are proud of their Imperial past especially the times of Mehmet the Congueror and Suleyman the Magnificient, when the Ottoman Empire was rich, powerful and envided by the West.
** Your coin donation for Planeterra, our foundation helping communities locally is accepted at the door **
Space VERY limited. Please RSVP.
CALGARY - FebruaryNot Only the 150th anniversary of the Release of his infamous book but also the week of what would have been his 200th birthday - come help us celebrate the Galapagos Islands!!
A trip to the Galapagos Island will be the journey of your lifetime. Located 1,000 km from the Ecuadorian mainland, the archipelago consist of 13 major islands, of which 5 are inhabited. On the Islands, a multitude of animals live without any human influence on their land - The list includes: Marine Turtles, Marine Iguanas, Land Iguanas, Lava Lizards, The Cormorant, Penguins, Waved Albatross, Blue footed Boobies, Frigatebirds, Famous Finches and its most famous mammals - the Galapagos sea lion and fur seal!!
You can't go to these islands without falling in love with these funny, inquisitive, wonderful creatures. Home of the only known living Galapagos Tortoise George these Islands hold many unbelievable sites on land and under the sea where the 'world' is rich with tropical fish, corals, sharks, eels, rays, dolphins and more.
** A coin donation for our Planeterra Foundation supporting local communities is accepted at the door **
Space VERY limited. Please RSVP.
Cuba is a land full of diversity; from white sand beaches and teal blue waters to historical Havana and the UNESCO World Heritage site of Trinidad. It's a tiny country that packs quite a punch; with something for everyone, from nature lovers to history buffs to food addicts! So if you're interested in hearing about legends of pirates, learning how to salsa dance, or sipping Cuba Libra's, come on down to our presentation to learn more about this Incredible country.
Donations accepted at the door for the Planeterra Foundation.
Space VERY limited. Please RSVP.
CALGARY - March"Peru Panorama" from the heights of the Andean Mountains, to the floating villages on Lake Titicaca to the jungle lodges of Peru, at this exciting presentation we will jump into the culture and diversity that Peru offers the adventure traveler. Whether you want to hike the Inca Trail, fly over the mysterious Nazca Lines, experience a home stay on Lake Titicaca or travel in comfort by train to Machu Picchu; we will help you discover it all!
*A coin donation for our Planeterra Foundation, helping communities locally will be accepted at the door*
Staff Bios
Felicity Lyons - Concept Store Manager
Leaving behind the beautiful beaches and lifestyle back home in OZ, Felicity's a victim of the travel bug!! She made her way over to Canada where she's been traveling for almost a year and has now settled in Calgary.
Our Concept Store is so lucky to have her join our team! With loads of travel experience in over twenty countries, spanning from all over South and Central America, Asia, and Europe, Felicity is very knowledgeable and a real pleasure to book with! She believes in authentic travel: getting into the real communities and seeing "home" through the eyes of the locals.
"Volunteer; meet the real people, experience the real culture and make yourself smile"
Felicity
Michael Kappel - Adventure Specialist
I left the flat planes of Eastern Canada to settle down in Calgary – where I wake up seeing the Rockies jet out of the horizon! There are two things that I love more than anything else: Adventure Travel and Mountain Climbing! (Easily combined may I add!) I am a member of the Alpine Club of Canada and spend much of my time mountaineering, rock climbing in our beautiful Rockies.
Although I was born in Calgary, I was raised in Czech Republic after the fall of the Communist Red Curtain in 1990. It has shaped my personality and grew my love of exploring unique cultures, places and times in our history. Since than I have traveled to many parts of Eastern Europe, Turkey, Costa Rica, Venezuela, Croatia .... and am a proud owner of a travel wish list that stretches down Kensington Avenue and all the way to 14th St!!!!!
I have worked in the travel industry for 7 years now and feel extremely fortunate to be a part of G.A.P. Adventures where I can help likeminded people plan their dream trips all around the world!!!
Email Newsletter
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Directions & Contact Info
Map of our Calgary Concept Store
Directions to our Calgary Concept Store
By Transit:
- Take the Somerset-Bridlewood / Dalhousie train, and get off at the Sunnyside Station. Walk to 10th Street, and head south (left). Or take the #1 Forest Lawn/Bowness, get off at the corner of 10th Street and Kensington Road.
By Car:
- From downtown/south: head north on 10th Street, cross the Memorial Street Bridge, and just past the Kensington intersection is where the store is located.
- From North: Drive south on 10th Street NW and the store is on the right (west) side of the street, just prior to the Kensington Road intersection.
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