Banff

Breathtaking landscapes await

If an extreme dose of natural beauty is on your vacation agenda, youʼll definitely get what youʼre looking for by visiting Canadaʼs Banff National Park. Located in the province of Alberta, less than two hoursʼ drive from Calgary, Banff was Canadaʼs first national park.

Take one glimpse at the glassy shores of Lake Louise or the high Rocky Mountain peaks, and itʼs not hard to understand why people choose this as a place to get away from it all. Whether youʼre into camping under a sea of stars, scouting out local wildlife, or exploring the abundant hiking and biking trails, Banff National Park wonʼt disappoint.

In summer, the park is a haven for nearly any type of outdoor activity you can imagine, from mountain climbing to fishing to scuba diving and so much more, all set against a backdrop of stunning peaks and lakes. In winter, those lakes become home to ice skating -- and the mountains become a haven for cross-country and downhill skiing and snowshoeing. The Banff Winter Carnival is another big attraction in winter, featuring an ice palace and numerous winter sports events.

To learn as much as possible, the parkʼs many interpretive programs make it easy to navigate and to understand the history, geography and geology of the area. Whatʼs more, going on a guided tour or signing up for a travel package makes the whole process as smooth as possible.

With so much to do in every season, a trip to Banff National Park will be the experience of a lifetime! Donʼt wait to start planning your trip. To learn more about Banff National Park and other great travel packages, consult your trusted travel advisor at Going Places Travel.