Travel Guide for Banff National Park & the Canadian Rockies
Banff, Alberta Currency 101 The introduction to Canada may not be as intimidating as the rainforests of Brazil, for example, but it is definitely worth the effort for foreigners to have an idea of what awaits you. Below are a few tips to getting you started in Canada and Banff. Coins/Notes As might be expected,…
The Park Ranger’s Three Favourite Restaurants Storm Mountain Lodge Address: Storm Mountain Lodge is located in Banff National Park in the Vermillion Pass on the Banff-Windermere Highway (#93 south). It is just 25 minutes outside of Banff and Lake Louise townsites. Phone: 403.762.4155 Storm Mountain Lodge is the defenition of an off the beaten track…
Silver Tip Golf Course – Canmore, Alberta Park Rangers need to relax too and there is no better way to release stress than a refreshing round at the gentlemen’s game. I have golfed a fair few of the courses around the Rockies and there are by no means a shortage. Silver Tip is one, however,…
When I travel, I like to bring home gifts that are unique to the country I’m visiting. I try to pick-up things locals buy too, not just tacky key chains or t-shirts. If you also like to hunt for authentic keepsakes, try the following stores: The Bear and the Butterfly (214 Banff Ave) On top…
Rocky Mountain Food in Banff, Alberta If you’re looking for a quick and easy spot for lunch in downtown Banff, head to The Bison Mountain Bistro and General Store (211 Bear St.). The General Store is a unique bistro style restaurant with indulgent salads, soups, and sandwiches like Prosciutto and mozzarella with tomatoes and grainy…
Canmore, Alberta hotels have great deals Canmore, Alberta is a great place to go to save a few dollars on lodging. It’s only 20 minutes from Banff and you have to pass by it on the way from Calgary. Canmore has hotels and Inns from the cheap to the upscale. (The Ranger is a man…
Backcountry Trips in Banff National Park, Alberta BANFF, Alberta – The Canadian Rockies offers some of the most exhilarating sights for the visitor, with so many areas to choose from that it is often difficult to determine where to go first. BanffNationalPark.com has put together a short list of favorite trips that span anywhere from…
Here at BanffNationalPark.com, we have some great rides to recommend, all of which are not too demanding, even for the newly initiated rider.