If you have plans to visit Banff National Park and the Canadian Rockies, you’re probably considering whether to stay in Banff or Canmore. It’s a valid question, and there are many pros and cons to both towns. I like to think that one town is not better than the other, much like any travel destination, …
Getting from Canmore to Banff is extremely simple, and you can easily connect the two mountain towns. Canmore and Banff are two of the most popular places in Alberta, so it makes sense that you want to see both during your trip to the Canadian Rockies. Whether you’re staying in Canmore or Banff, do not …
Whether you’re a local or a visitor, biking in Banff is one of the best things to do come springtime. Between mid-April and October, you’ll often find us on the mountain bike trails or zipping around the park on our gravel bikes. There are fantastic bike rides around the town, exciting trails, and breathtaking scenic …
Are you seeking out the best restaurants in Banff or wondering where you should eat in Banff? We share our favorite Banff restaurants in the picturesque mountain town. While most mountain towns might struggle to supply visitors with a wide selection of restaurants, that is certainly not the case in Banff. Banff offers a wide …
Should you book the Maligne Lake cruise or the Lake Minnewanka cruise? This is one of the main questions we see come up when summertime rolls around the Rockies. If you can only choose one cruise, it’s not an easy choice. Both cruises are completely different and offer unique views. What’s the main difference? Well, …
Many people think a trip to the Canadian Rockies will blow any budget, but visiting Banff doesn’t have to be expensive! There are so many ways to do Banff on a budget. It starts with choosing the best, most affordable time to visit Banff (hint: not July or August). From there, you can select cheaper …
It’s hard to get anything better than Banff in the summer. The temperature is perfect, the sun is shining, and the famous glacial-fed blue lakes are sparkling. People flock from all over the world to see the Canadian Rockies in the summer months. June through September is a busy time in the park, but there’s …
The drive from Jasper to Banff, or Banff to Jasper, along the scenic Icefields Parkway in the Canadian Rockies, is ranked among the top road trips in the world. Along the drive between the two mountain towns, you’ll see mountains and glaciers rise dramatically overhead while wildlife roams freely. The majority of the drive from …
The lakes around Banff National Park are a prime place to go for a SUP (short for stand-up paddleboard) in the summer months once they unthaw. Paddleboarding in Banff is one of our favorite ways to relax in the park, and we often find ourselves alone on the water, enjoying all the nature around. What’s …
The Icefields Parkway, or Hwy 93 North, is a scenic drive between Banff and Jasper that attracts visitors from around the world. Some call it the Jasper Icefields, and some just refer to it as “the Parkway.” Regardless, it’s a place where one can enjoy drive-in nature, surrounded by waterfalls, rock spires, ancient glaciers, and …