Celebrate Snow and Ice with Banff SnowDays A hotspot of winter activities and events throughout the entire winter, the Rocky Mountain resort town gets even more exciting with the 96th annual SnowDays Festival. At the peak of the winter season, as the mountains are pumping with skiers and snowboarders, Banff shifts into higher gear with its winter carnival traditions, fun for the Read more [...]
Debating Where to Take your Ski Vacation? Here are 5 Reasons Why to Choose Banff and Lake Louise! Separated by 30 miles on a scenic stretch of AB-1, Banff and Lake Louise are two of Canada’s premier ski resort destinations in Banff National Park. Each has its own unique landscape and features perfect for an exciting and challenging ski adventure, and the close proximity means Read more [...]
Each winter, several meters of fresh snow spread over the Canadian Rockies transforming the Banff National Park into a winter wonderland of exceptional beauty. The snow that falls in this region is unique and of unparalleled quality, courtesy of the region’s combination of dry climate and consistent temperatures. Often referred to as “Champagne Powder”, the dry, light and smooth Read more [...]
Known world-wide for its outdoor adventures, the Banff and Lake Louise areas of Alberta also light up the eyes of the shopping enthusiast within you. While small shops are situated all over, there is a separate location for one stop shopping if you prefer. Get ready for a true Canadian shopping adventure. The quaint town of Banff is nestled in the Banff National Park. At the Bison Read more [...]
Top Attractions in Lake Louise The beautiful scenery surrounding Lake Louise is in itself enough to make it worth a trip whether traveling there in summer or in the coldest part of winter. Upon arriving it won’t take long to see that sightseeing is just one of the many activities available at one of Canada’s most impressive lakes. Summertime is the perfect time to escape the Read more [...]
What’s Going on in Banff and Lake Louise this Summer! Summer may be in full swing, but activity is year round in the Banff and Lake Louise area of Canada. In addition to the extraordinary scenery, visitors can enjoy the numerous festivals and competitions that make this region such a great place to visit year round. Here’s what’s coming up: Banff Summer Arts Festival The Read more [...]
TOP BANFF RESTAURANTS During my most recent visit to Banff, I met an old colleague for dinner. He asked me where I wanted to eat and I told him I wanted a true “taste of Banff”. Lucky for me, my friend worked for the Tourism Bureau, and regularly dines out in Banff and Lake Louise, entertaining business partners and guests alike. Instead of picking just one, he took Read more [...]
Planning a vacation or weekend getaway to Banff National Park? Summer offers a great deal of activity in Banff, from sightseeing and hiking, to amazing golf and biking. If you are travelling with a group or family, rest assured, you don’t have to pile into a hotel room, or have to book multiple rooms to accommodate your group. Spread throughout the area are Read more [...]
When people think of Banff, the first thing that may come to mind is snow skiing. Although Banff is the ideal spot for skiing and all kinds of winter activities, it is also an excellent place to spend a summer vacation, and it offers all kinds of exciting things to do. Banff, Canada’s beautiful summer weather is perfect for a wealth of outdoor fun perfectly suited for the adventurous Read more [...]
Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies is a very popular tourism destination year round. There is amazing skiing in the winter months, and the summer months are even more spectacular with an abundance of activities and experiences to choose from. The resort towns of Banff and Lake Louise have kicked in to full swing for the summer and there is no shortage Read more [...]
