For anglers, there is little better than fishing in the Rocky Mountains. There is one disadvantage, however. You are in bear country. So take into account a sudden encounter with a bear. How do you deal with this? The fast-flowing river in front of you is rustling so loudly that the washing water is the…
After a trip, you often take them home for yourself, friends, and family: souvenirs of your vacation. In many cases, they have little value. Fortunately, Banff National Park also has some unique and exciting mementos. Let’s have a look at what you can buy. Which Souvenirs are Exclusively Available in Banff? Souvenirs you can (almost)…
The fact that Banff National Park is one of the most beautiful places on earth has one drawback. It’s so busy in high season that enjoying the park in peace and quiet is often out of the question. Fortunately, there are ways to avoid the crowds. Here are eight handy tips. Sure, the downside of…
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Icefields Parkway, Peyto Lake, Johnston Canyon, Columbia Icefields? Sure, you should see them all. But also for those looking for something a little different, there are plenty of options in Banff. How about a Lantern Cave Tour, a sled dog ride, or an Evening Wildlife Safari? Banff National Park pretty much…
If you visit Banff in the winter, you may be lucky enough to see the northern lights over the Rockies. So you absolutely wanna know what to expect and where to find the best spots to see aurora borealis. Because missing out on this opportunity would be a shame! This guide tells you all you…
A list of the ten highlights of anything is always subjective, and this one is no different. Still, most people who have visited Banff National Park will probably agree with this top ten. Although the order could be the subject of debate. Whatever you think of this list, it is a helpful guide if you…
Banff National Park is great to explore by car, but for someone who likes to see the Rockies in a more spectacular way, a helicopter flight might just be the thing to do. Several tour operators offer helicopter flights. Most of us have never flown in a helicopter. When you can do this for the…
Camping in a tent in Banff National Park: all well and good, but what if you want a little more luxury, don’t want to spend the night in a hotel, and don’t have the budget to rent an RV? In that case oTENTik might just be your solution. An oTENTik fits if you do not…
You can divide visitors to Banff National Park into two types: campers and hotel guests. But there is yet another lodging category which has been gaining popularity for quite some time: glamping. You have several options for this in Banff as well. Do you know the feeling of cooking with your gas stove on the…
If you want to avoid nasty surprises while hiking or camping in Banff National Park, it’s wise to bring bear spray with you. But what exactly is bear spray, how do you use it, how effective is it, and where can you buy it? In this article, you will read all about it. It could…