A Visit to the Sally Borden Fitness and Recreation Centre in Banff National Park

I stopped by the Banff Upper Hot Springs mid-afternoon on a warm summer day.  The parking lot was packed and it was probably a 30-minute wait to get in!  Having gone the day before in the early morning (no lines, …

Jasper National Park in September – Pros and Cons

If you are thinking about visiting Jasper National Park in September and wondering if it is a good time to visit, you are in for a treat.

All-in-all, the only major trade-off is the likelihood of cooler weather in September …

Skiing, Snowboarding, and Tubing during Mt Norquay Ski Resort’s 85th Season in Banff National Park

Mt Norquay is one of the 3 ski resorts in Banff National Park and this 2010-2011 winter season marks its 85th anniversary as a Banff ski resort.

Mt Norquay has 28 runs and enough lifts to get you up the …

Afternoon Tea: A Perfect Jasper National Park Rainy Day Activity

Afternoon Tea Dessert at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Rain happens.

If the forecast for tomorrow is for lots of rain, now is the time to make a reservation for afternoon tea at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.

The Jasper Park Lodge is one of the landmarks of Jasper …

Afternoon Tea at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Review

Afternoon Tea at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Afternoon tea at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is a real treat.

This was my first time doing afternoon tea.  I’m now a fan.

The gourmet tea, the wide variety of tastes and textures of the food, the one-of-a-kind setting …

On the Lookout for Animal Jams

An animal jam on highway 16 in Jasper

It takes a keen eye and a little luck to spot the wildlife in Jasper National Park and the Canadian Rockies.

The good news is that fellow travelers are looking too.  And when they see something…

SCREEEEEEETCHHH!!!!

“Stop the car, …

Canada Day in Jasper National Park and Banff National Park

There’s one thing you can count on every year on July 1st in Canada:  Canada Day, where Canada celebrates its birthday with fun activities and fireworks.

Jasper and Banff National Park each have Canada Day celebrations planned. They have 3 …

Canadian Rockies Hot Springs

There’s nothing better than soaking in the hot springs after a day of hiking and sightseeing.

Fortunately for visitors to Banff, Jasper and Kootenay National Park, there are 3 Canadian Rockies Hot Springs to chose from.

1. Banff Upper Hot …

Lac Beauvert, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Lac Beauvert is the lake bordering the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge – the legendary and classic hotel in Jasper National Park.

While the Jasper Park Lodge gets props for being around since the early 1900s, the lodge benefits from the …

Tips for Driving in Jasper National Park

Here are some tips to make the experience of driving in Jasper National Park and the Canadian Rockies a great experience that benefits the driving, the passengers, the wildlife and the environment.

1. Plan the right itinerary to prevent too