Introducing Karen - Vacay Essentials

Born and raised in Calgary as the youngest of three, I grew up surrounded by the beauty of the mountains - skiing in the winter, camping in the summer, and soaking up every adventure in between. Today, I get to relive that magic through the eyes of my own three adventurous kids, creating new memories with my family in the same places I grew up loving.

Vacation has always meant quality time for me - whether with friends or extended family - and I’ve come to truly value the peace of mind that comes when all the little details are taken care of. That’s exactly why I started Vacay Essentials: to help others visiting my backyard enjoy that same ease, comfort, and head start on their vacation.

Vacay Essentials has grown into a personalized pre-arrival concierge service for guests visiting Calgary, Canmore, Banff and the surrounding mountain communities. From groceries, beverages and vacation essentials to special celebrations and unique requests, we take care of the details before you arrive. Every order is thoughtfully shopped, carefully transported, unpacked and set up so your vacation can begin the moment you walk through the door.

For me, it’s about more than delivering groceries. It’s about providing a personal, reliable service that saves you time and makes the beginning of your vacation feel a little more special.

Let us handle the planning and prep so you can dive straight into the fun. Welcome to the mountains - your adventure starts now!