Alberta
Located in Western Canada, the sights and sounds of Alberta will leave you in awe.
Where to visit
The beautiful city of Medicine Hat is one of Alberta’s cities which will mesmerise you. Dare to take on its unusual landscape of rifts and cliffs and experience authentic Alberta lifestyle. Medicine Hat is also rich in history and it is here that you will discover the valleys and waterways which attracted the aboriginal people in the early days. Popular among travellers is also the city of Calgary, which with its modern infrastructure enhanced by the surrounding natural beauty is a photographer’s paradise. Coupled with the numerous attractions by day, this city comes alive at night with entertainment showcasing its western heritage. It is here in Calgary that you will also find an extensive range of restaurants and bars, from the fine dining experience to the more casual, relaxed setting. Your holiday in Alberta is not complete without a visit to the capital, Edmonton. The city of Edmonton is home to a range of dazzling attractions as well as the finest accommodations offering breath-taking views of its rivers and city life. Whether your trip is for business or pleasure, family or romantic, Edmonton’s range of luxury hotels, relaxing resorts and cosy inns will cater to your need.
What to see and do
The thrills and spills of a Rodeo is a must see in Alberta. The annual Calgary Stampede and Medicine Hat Stampede offer a display of the greatest cowboys exhibiting their skills in bull riding, steer wrestling and cattle roping. The Calgary Stampede also includes parades, rides for the kids and some of the hottest musical acts on stage. You can also enjoy nature’s splendour in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Comprised of seven National Parks, the Canadian Rocky Mountains provide spectacular views of lush alpine meadows, turquoise lakes, towering waterfalls and an array of unique wildlife. Opened in 1885 Banff National Park is one of the more popular within the Canadian Rockies, only 90-minutes drive from Calgary.
This UNESCO World Heritage Site, rich in natural beauty, was Canada’s first national park. From Banff, take the short drive to picturesque Lake Louise known for its sparkling blue waters and snow covered peaks. If you would like to see the Rockies in greater depth and would prefer not to drive, try the Rocky Mountaineer train with a variety of routes stopping in places like Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper, Kamloops and Vancouver. This a great add-on to an Alaskan cruise, many of which board in Vancouver. Widely regarded as the dinosaur capital of the world, your vacation in Alberta will not be complete without a trip to one of its renowned dinosaur museums. Climb the World’s largest dinosaur in Drumheller, Alberta and marvel at the view it provides.
When to visit
Alberta is a year round destination, with its seasons offering varying vacation opportunities. The Canadian Rockies is the ideal location during the summer months to set up camp and stroll its numerous trails watching the deer, moose and elk as you do. The Banff Arts Summer Festival is also a highlight during this time and features scores of local and international artists at over 200 events. Return in winter and enjoy the deep powdery snow as you ski and snowboard along the slopes. Traverse the once summer trails by horse-drawn sleigh and behold nature’s magnificence as new creatures surface from beneath the snow. You can also enjoy the Ice on Whyte festival, which showcases the talents of ice sculptors both locally and internationally.
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