Sorry for my lack of news during April… the Rockies were doing the snow thing one day, and the sun thing the next! So depressing to be back to winter when you’ve had your shorts on for a day or two! And, actually the family and I escaped to Oregon for the first two weeks… [...]
Dealing with Ticks, Elk AND “Living in Bear Country” I mentioned in March that I would start a survival section, and the front page headlines in the paper on April 19 kind of launched me into it: Wardens chase bear from Banff backyards. The bears are awake and hungry… and it’s therefore, the wake-up call [...]
Bow Valley, Alberta – Accommodation Stately, Historic Hotels ($$$$$) Canadian Pacific Hotels Banff Springs, Chateau Lake Louise, Lodge at Kananaskis Toll Free: 1-800-441-1414 Even if you can’t afford to stay in these hotels, you must go and wander a little! Historic architecture, outrageous gift shops and the "Hungarian Baths at the Spa" are to die [...]
Bow Valley, Alberta – Accommodation The Bow Valley is the tourist mecca once known only as Banff. Welcoming nearly five million visitors per year, our world-class scenery is matched by first-class amenities and warm, friendly hospitality. Since it’s inception in 1885, Banff National Park was created for service to tourists brought by the CP Rail. [...]
Bow Valley, Alberta – Accommodation Campgrounds ($) One of the best ways to see the Rockies is to get a vehicle, a tent, and go camping! Better yet, rent a truck/camper or a small motorhome and travel in style. Many campgrounds in the area are primitive, but the big ones have full hook-ups, hot showers, [...]
Bow Valley, Alberta – Accommodation Unique Mountain Accommodations ($$ to $$$$) Many of these properties offer self-contained cabins or condo-style units. Great for ultimate get-away or for small groups and families. Some have swimming pools, convention facilities, and others are off the beaten track with stunning Canadian Rockies scenery and wilderness out every window. Enjoy! [...]
Bow Valley Spring Survival Tips Dealing with Ticks, Elk AND “Living in Bear Country” I mentioned in March that I would start a survival section, and the front page headlines in the paper on April 19 kind of launched me into it: Wardens chase bear from Banff backyards. The bears are awake and hungry… and [...]
Bow Valley, Alberta – Accommodation The Bow Valley is the tourist mecca once known only as Banff. Welcoming nearly five million visitors per year, our world-class scenery is matched by first-class amenities and warm, friendly hospitality. Since it’s inception in 1885, Banff National Park was created for service to tourists brought by the CP Rail. [...] 