Just west of Calgary, Alberta sits the rolling foothills and crags and canyons of the front ranges of the Rocky Mountains in Kananaskis Country. The area is a rural municipal district that encompasses a total area of 4,211 sq km (1,625.9 sq mi). It was set aside in the 1970s by the premier of the province Peter Lougheed as an outdoor destination Canadians could enjoy for generations. It attracts thousands of visitors per year who are mainly drawn to the area's countless outdoor exploits offered by diverse and wildly rugged terrain. (continue...)
Resting high in the Rockies and surrounded by natural hot springs, snowcapped peaks and evergreen glades is the beautiful town of Banff, Alberta located 135 km (85 mi) west of Calgary in the Banff National Park. Just off the Trans-Canada Highway along the Bow River, Banff has a total area of only 4.5 square km (1.7 square mi). For those considering a stay in Banff, there are countless accommodation options. Banff offers scores of hotels, bed and breakfasts, campgrounds and hostels. Making sense of all these options can be somewhat overwhelming. (continue...)
One of the most important parts to planning a successful trip to the Alberta Rockies is finding the right place to stay. With so many places in the area to choose from, it's not an easy thing to do. Also, depending on the time of year you plan to visit the area, many places may be completely booked upon arrival, leaving you with limited options if any at all.In the information below, The WorldWeb Travel Guide™ offers tips and detailed information on a large and varied selection of places to stay in the Rocky Mountains including the areas of Banff, Lake Louise, Canmore and Kananaskis Country. (continue...)
The City of Calgary is
one of the largest cities in Canada,
the centre of the nation's energy industry and corporate headquarters for many
major Canadian companies. This city is very spread out and covers a land area
of 240sq.km (150sq. mi.); the population is steadily nearing a million. Naturally
finding the right place to stay is an important part of planning a visit. Business
travellers will have different considerations than leisure travellers, and it's
advantageous to be aware of all the accommodation options that exist.
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Jasper, and the national park of the same name, is a mountain paradise in the Alberta Rockies. It is quieter and has a lower profile than Banff - its neighbour
to the south, but it is equally spectacular. Jasper appeals to those who like a totally natural experience and enjoy getting away from the crowds of larger resorts. That is not to say that Jasper is lacking in facilities. Jasper has many good restaurants and a lively, albeit informal entertainment scene. The
accommodations in this area include luxury world class resorts, back country
lodges, fine hotels, reasonably-priced motels of a high standard, and an outstanding
selection of bed and breakfast accommodations. (continue...)
Sunny and warm, the city of Lethbridge is located in Alberta, in close proximity to the Canadian Rockies. Lethbridge is known for its mild winters and windy climate. The Oldman River divides this former boomtown that is now a city and is considered to be a centre of agriculture, oil (continue...)
As well as being noted for its world-class resort hotels, the Canadian Rockies
(covering part of Alberta and British Columbia also
is famous for another type of accommodation - the backcountry lodge. For many
people their image of the ideal Canadian Rockies vacation includes rustic lodges
with accommodations in log-constructed cabins. Indeed the Canadian Rockies does
have a great range of cabin style accommodations. These range from very basic
to very elaborate - and everything in between. However the real qualification
for a backcountry adventure lodge is a remote location amongst awesome scenery,
the close proximity and availability of some type of wilderness adventure experience,
and, no matter how luxurious, a casual ambience. (continue...)
Mainly because of the harsh winters,
many hotels in Canadian cities try to provide facilities to provide people with
a break from the cold. Calgary
has several such hotels, and these endeavour to provide their guests with a resort-like
experience. These hotels provide a perfect getaway for a family weekend, with
pool facilities (often with waterslide) for the kids, comfortable rooms and suites,
and a variety of restaurants either onsite or close by. (continue...)
Some of Canada's most unique features are the majestic hotels that were built across the country from the late 1800s well into the 20th Century. The two main railways, the Canadian Pacific and the Canadian National (and its predecessors) built many of these. For their time they were miracles of construction and engineering, and attracted worldwide attention and admiration. They have become something that is associated with Canada and are a part of the national heritage and identity. Hotels of similar design were built in other places, and many of these are also among the world's 'Grand Hotels.' (continue...)
Canmore is a small town completely surrounded by mountains. Located just west of Calgary and east of Banff National Park, Canmore is situated in Alberta's Bow Valley in the northwest corner of Kananaskis Country. The town is all about location. It is the optimum base camp for those looking to (continue...)
Edmonton is a city that offers a wide variety of arts, culture, activities and attractions, however these aren't the only draw for guests in the city. As the capital of Alberta, Edmonton is home to the Provincial Legislature, ensuring a steady stream of business travellers and politicians to the city. On the other end of the spectrum, Edmonton has also earned the nickname of “Festival City”, an homage to the ubiquity of entertainment and celebrations in the city. (continue...)
Fort McMurray, in Northern Alberta, has been a town, then a city, then the largest unincorporated municipality in the province. The region is rich in oil sands, and was a popular spot with early First Nations residents, notably the Cree, for waterproofing canoes. European explorers came in search of fur, began trading with the Cree and settled the area around 1778. Fort McMurray grew out of a trading post established by the Hudson's Bay company in the mid 1800s. In the following years, the outpost grew as a rest stop for traders en route to outposts farther north. (continue...)
Located 455 km (283 mi) northwest of Edmonton, Grande Prairie is part of Alberta's Peace River Country also known as the Peace which encompasses a large portion of northwestern Alberta and northeastern British Columbia. Grande Prairie is on the southern edge of the Peace and is surrounded by farmland to (continue...)
Lake Louise is among the top destination choices for tourists in Alberta. With clean fresh air, boundless acres of glorious mountain scenery and nature's most breathtaking terrain readily available, it's easy to see why. In addition to what Mother Nature has to offer, Lake Louise also boasts some of the trendiest cafes, spas and shopping villas around. Guests will find both repose and recreation in the legendary hills of Lake Louise, exploring the rich culture and experiencing first hand what it feels like to be surrounded by true beauty. (continue...)
A trip to Waterton
Lakes National Park can be many things. Some may be looking for an upscale
retreat at a classy hotel in the heart of the Village and a chance to partake
in fine dining at cultured restaurants,
to relax with an aromatic coffee at an intimate cafe
and to browse leisurely through elegant boutiques and quaint shops,
all the while taking in the pristine surroundings. A diverse ecology not found
anywhere else in Canada, the park encompasses the warmest area of Alberta, and
protects a rare chain of clear lakes created by melting glaciers from high atop
the Rocky Mountains. (continue...)
