St. Patrick’s Day in St. James’ Gate, Banff Banff National Park, Alberta Once upon a time a Welsh man with a funny hat went to Ireland and got rid of a bunch of snakes which never existed. Since that day, every year the world goes green (not environmentally) on March 17th and drinks until it…
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Unique Accommodations of the Canadian Rockies
You choose some accommodations to be close to Banff centre, shopping and restaurants. You choose some for price and you choose some for luxury but some you reserve for those special vacations.
Things to do in Banff – the Banff Gondola
Things to do in Banff – the Banff Gondola Banff National Park, Alberta Coming to a town like Banff is not the same as going to a big city. You don’t have to waste much time on transport and almost everything is walkable from your hotel. The sightseeing is generally all natural. It is not…
Eating on a Budget in Canmore
Eating Out on a Budget in Canmore Canmore, Alberta Banff is generally not too welcome to franchise businesses though McDonalds, Subway and Starbucks all make an appearance. It is mine and most Canadian’s favourite cafe that we all crave here though. Tim Hortons is refreshing in the respect that you can actually afford to go…
Biking Banff and the Canadian Rockies
Mountain biking is a beautiful way of seeing the sights of Banff and the Rockies.
Pet Friendly Accommodations of Banff – The Juniper
Pet Friendly Accommodations of Banff – The Juniper Banff National Park, Alberta To be honest, it is hard to find a hotel in Banff and Lake Louise that does not have a stunning view of the surrounding mountains. However the Juniper Hotel is lucky enough to be the only hotel that enjoys an iconic and…
Top Quality Banff Accommodations
Banff’s Best Hotels Banff National Park, Alberta The Rimrock Hotel is one of the best known in Banff. It has a reputation as prestigious, top quality and friendly and it lives up to these standards. Banff has a host of options to choose from when it comes to accommodations and staying in the Rimrock would…
Dining in Banff – Ticino Swiss Restaurant
Dining in Banff, Alberta Banff National Park, Alberta Dining out in Banff is always a treat. There are so many great restaurants to choose from of all ethnicity and taste. The biggest problem you might have is choosing the right one. Now I am a gluttonous man and even McDonalds can sometimes appeal (after cheap…
Car Rentals in Banff and the Rockies’
Hiring a Car in Banff Banff National Park, Alberta If you are looking for a hire car in Banff, there is no shortage of options. The different towns and places of the Canadian Rockies call for different methods of transport. Companies like Jasper Vacations let you sit back in comfort and admire the views as…
Ice Climbing in the Canadian Rockies with Yamnuska
Ice Climbing Adventures in the Rockies’ Banff National Park, Alberta Nearly everybody in the world knows about the Rockies‘. Whether it is for hiking in Jasper, skiing in Lake Louise or shopping in Banff – these here mountains are famous. The list of activities is practically endless. When the summer months close and you are…