Few places in the world are as magical in the winter as the town of Canmore. Towering snow-capped peaks, frozen lakes, and warm cups of hot cocoa await all visitors to Canmore in the winter. There are so many things to do in Canmore in winter that shouldn’t be ignored. A few of our favorite …
Surprise Corner is a spectacular viewpoint of the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel and the Spray Valley. It is easily one of the most famous photo spots in Banff. “The Castle of The Rockies” sits at the base of Sulphur Mountain with the roaring Bow Falls in the foreground. Since it’s only a few minutes outside …
If you love alpine lakes, this is the hike for you! With three alluring lakes nestled below jagged peaks, Lillian and Galatea Lakes via Galatea Creek is one of the most beautiful hikes in Kananaskis Country! Rushing streams, an easy to follow route, and stunning views, make this lush out-and-back trail a great hike that …
Banff in November isn’t the most exciting for most visitors and not exactly the best time to visit Banff. November in Banff is about as off-season as it gets in the Canadian Rockies, however that’s not to deter you from visiting Banff in November, as there is never a bad time to visit the Rockies. …
There’s nowhere quite as remarkable as Banff National Park, and to travel to Banff is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Whether it’s winter or summer in Banff, there is so much to do in Banff it’s impossible to get bored. We visited this little mountain town a few years back and fell in love so much that …
The Tower of Babel is perhaps the most well-known scramble around the Lake Moraine and Lake Louise area. It’s a quick objective with awesome views of Moraine Lake, Consolation Valley, and the Bow Valley. The Tower of Babbel is a sub-peak. However, just because it’s a quick one does not mean it is easy – …
There aren’t many hotels with such epically close views of one of the world’s most revered lakes. The Fairmont Lake Louise is that one-in-a-million hotel. Situated right on the banks of the turquoise blue beauty that is Lake Louise in summer or the most picturesque skating rink in winter, The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is …
Looking for the best hostels in Banff? For a small town in the middle of a national park, there are actually some great places to stay in Banff, including some amazing Banff hostels. So, if you’re wondering where to stay in Banff National Park for “cheap,” we have you covered. To be clear, cheap is …
As the capital of Alberta, Edmonton is a vibrant city surrounded by incredible wilderness! Many visitors search for the best restaurants in Edmonton when they visit and need somewhere to refuel after their adventures. Known mainly for high-quality beef, Edmonton also boasts a culinary scene that has captured the hearts of Alberta and all of …
The Bow Valley Parkway (or the 1A) is a road that every visitor to Banff National Park should drive on at least once. Before the Trans Canada, the Bow Valley Parkway was the original road linking Banff and Lake Louise in the early 1900s. Now, it’s a road primarily used for sightseeing and outdoor recreation …