In case you’re a foreigner, you will be dealing with a foreign currency in Banff. Where can you get Canadian dollars in the park, and do shops, restaurants, and hotels accept other currencies? In this post, you’ll read everything you need to know regarding money in Banff. It’s always a bit of a problem, foreign…
Sure, you’re having a fantastic vacation in the Rockies and now and then you like to drink an alcoholic beverage. That’s no problem in restaurants, bars, and cafés, but what are the park’s rules on this topic exactly? Can you drink on a campground? Can you drink while picnicking or barbecuing? And what’s the legal…
Anyone going on a honeymoon wants a unique destination. Banff is an excellent choice. Without exaggeration, this wold-famous park in the Rocky Mountains is one of the most romantic destinations on the planet. Below you will find everything you need to know for a honeymoon to Banff. Planning your honeymoon is one of the most…
Fancy a splash in Banff? In one of the many beautiful lakes in the park? Don’t do it! With a water temperature of about 7 degrees Celsius (46 F), almost all lakes provide just a little too much cooling. Brr… Fortunately, there are also more pleasant options. Below you’ll find everything you need to know….
If you like camping in the Rockies, barbecuing is a sure thing. Although it can be done in many places, you’re bound by rules. What exactly are your options in the park and what restrictions apply? The good news: Yes you can bbq in Banff. The bad news: You can’t do it anywhere. Parks Canada…
If you want to see Banff National Park in a completely different way, go stargazing. See how the light of the moon and the stars give the mountains, trees and rivers a subtle glow. And be sure to bring your camera. The region of Banff and Lake Louise offers you the possibility to view the…
If you want to go on vacation to Banff National Park, there are a lot of hotels where you can stay. In this article, you’ll find a comprehensive overview of most accommodations in the park and Canmore. This way you can easily compare them and quickly make the right choice. Before you start comparing hotels…
You’ll probably eat almost exclusively outdoors during your vacation in Banff National Park. Banff and Lake Louise are the right place for this because the range of restaurants is extensive. Below you’ll find a handy overview, arranged by type of restaurant and type of food. In the overview, you will find almost all the restaurants…
One of the biggest challenges you’ll face when you start working in Banff or Lake Louise is to find lodging. In many cases, staff accommodation is the cheapest and most fun solution. Everything you need to know I’ve outlined for you in this post. I still remember it very clearly, I arrived in Banff on…
If you want to go camping in the wilderness of the Rocky Mountains, several things are good to know, whether you go on an adventure with your RV or as a backpacker. If you’re interested in camping in the wilderness, you probably know the book Into The Wild by Jon Krakauer. Or the movie of…