Move over, America—Canada just stole the spotlight. The UK's longest running travel magazine, Wanderlust , has crowned Alberta the Most Desirable Region in the world, edging out destinations across the globe, including those south of its border.

The honor comes after an astonishing 4.8 million votes were cast in the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, revealed at a ceremony in London earlier this week. With its glacier-fed lakes, cinematic mountain ranges, and fiercely protected wilderness, Alberta has officially claimed one of travel's top titles.

While seasoned travelers have long been skipping the U.S. for Alberta's underrated national parks , what makes Alberta stand out isn't just the scenery, but the way travelers connect with it. Visitors praise the province's mix of nature,

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