Here are four top Banff National Park activities you can partake in before or after a rafting day trip.
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Canada Day Celebrations in Banff National Park
Canada Day Celebrations in Banff National Park The Town of Banff is the perfect place to celebrate Canada’s birthday on July 1. Fantastic family-friendly events run throughout the day, including our famous parade down Banff Avenue. From bands to balloon animals to birthday cake, we’ve got it all. The full-day celebrations are capped off with…
Weather in Banff National Park
One of the most common questions we are asked as local residents of the Canadian Rockies is, “what’s the weather going to be like?”
Hostelling in Banff National Park, Alberta
Banff, Alberta Hostels For Budget Travelers There are many accommodation options for the budget traveler to choose from when visiting Banff National Park and the Canadian Rockies, but none fit the “budget” category better than Banff’s two hostel options. Now don’t think that just because they provide the least expensive accommodation option in Banff that…
Couples Getaway & Mount Robson Inn Are A Perfect Combination
Stay in the middle of Jasper, Alberta with your special someone! JASPER, ALBERTA, Canada – Getting away for a relaxing vacation with the one you love can be easier than booking an expensive cruise or a lengthy international flight. Staying local and spending time with each other can be just as romantic as booking a…
Banff National Park Climate
Temperature in Banff National Park Climate is one of the most important factors when considering when to come to the Canadian Rockies, and what to bring. Below you’ll find the average high and low temperatures for Banff and Jasper, Alberta. Keep in mind that the weather varies quite a bit, despite what the averages say,…
Yoga in Banff National Park
Read here about yoga studios and retreats in Banff and Canmore, Alberta.
Banff, Alberta Spas
Read here for all the luxurious spas in Banff.
FAQ About Banff and the Canadian Rockies
FAQ About Banff, Alberta and the Canadian Rockies One of the many reasons why Banff is so popular with visitors is because of its diversity. The choice of accommodations is enough to occupy a week of humming and hawing alone. The list of activities to choose from is exhausting in itself and the areas around…
Banff Starter Pack, Canadian Rockies
There are too many superlatives to be said about Banff. The truth is everything that you have heard is true.
Canmore Starter Pack, Canadian Rockies
Quick Info about Canmore, Alberta Where: Canmore, Alberta is located right in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. Just outside the south boundaries of Banff National Park, it is only a beautiful 15-minute drive from the town of Banff and about 100km west of Calgary. It is considered to be the residential community of the…
Airport Shuttles Transportation
Calgary to Banff to Jasper and Edmonton A vacation to Banff National Park is a dream come true. To enjoy your stay at our park, reliable transportation and airport shuttle service is key. When coming to Banff, you can take advantage of reliable Calgary-to-Banff airport shuttle transportation or riding in style with a Banff limo!…
Vacationing in Jasper, Alberta
Explore everything Jasper, Alberta has to offer! So, the office door is locked, the bills are put under a heavy book in your desk drawer, the dog is with the neighbours – you are about to go on vacation to the sensational little town of Jasper and you don’t know just where to start. Below…
Introduction to Jasper National Park
Quick overview of information about Jasper, Alberta Jasper Townsite: 287km (178 miles) NW of Banff Jasper has grown recently to become Canada’s largest mountain park. Less than 200 miles from its more well-known neighbour Banff, it was officially established in 1907. However, in the 1840’s, it already had a sort of guesthouse. An intrigued painter…
Tips For Working in Banff
Tips For Working in Banff Banff is one of the greatest towns in the world for young people to come and work and the beautiful thing about it is that Banff really relies on young people from around Canada and indeed the world to come and work in the service industry. Whether working on the…
Have a Green Meeting at the Banff Centre
Have a Green Meeting at the Banff Centre The amount of waste that can result from a business meeting is something that would possibly give a heart attack to any watching conservationists. There are many, many ways to minimize the damage done. The Banff Centre is a Green Leaf Eco-Rated Member, with 4 Green Leaf…
Banff and Canada at a Glance for Foreigners
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,…
