Author Topic: Banff and Jasper Master Thread (Read 120922 times)

Specialized · « **Reply #560 on:** April 24, 2018, 07:10:41 PM »

I just to Banff with my kids on Sunday, and it was a perfect day. Slightly pre-season (but parking lots are beginning to fill up), easy paths for strollers on the Tunnel Mountain hoodoo lookout, the candy store reopened. There's a nice new playground which was quiet and had a lot to do.

mgarfin · « **Reply #561 on:** May 09, 2018, 07:10:10 PM »

Fairmont Lake Louise

1. Anyone used free nights from a "friend" and checked in without an issue?
2. Will they store freezer items?
3. Can you get a microwave in room? or how else can you get meals heated?

Mutty · « **Reply #562 on:** May 10, 2018, 10:43:51 AM »

Quote from: mgarfin on May 09, 2018, 07:10:10 PM

Fairmont Lake Louise

1. Anyone used free nights from a "friend" and checked in without an issue?
2. Will they store freezer items?
3. Can you get a microwave in room? or how else can you get meals heated?

1. I don't know. 2. yes 3. in room - request it (I was on the gold floor but I don't know if that makes a difference for 2 and 3.

Traveler718 · « **Reply #563 on:** May 14, 2018, 05:42:45 PM »

Not the same as a "friend," but I used my wife's free night in Lake Louise without any problems.

jedderai · « **Reply #564 on:** May 22, 2018, 06:25:09 PM »

Is it recommended to rent an SUV or is a regular car good for drive up from calgary and IP?

how · « **Reply #565 on:** May 22, 2018, 06:42:40 PM »

Quote from: jedderai on May 22, 2018, 06:25:09 PM

Is it recommended to rent an SUV or is a regular car good for drive up from calgary and IP?

your preference

Traveler718 · « **Reply #566 on:** May 23, 2018, 03:44:08 PM »

I didn't experience any need for an SUV. As long as you plan to stick to the main roads, a regular car is completely adequate.

Mutty · « **Reply #567 on:** May 23, 2018, 04:13:08 PM »

Quote from: Traveler718 on May 23, 2018, 03:44:08 PM

I didn't experience any need for an SUV. As long as you plan to stick to the main roads, a regular car is completely adequate.

I agree. Did the same. All regular roads.

sam28 · « **Reply #568 on:** May 23, 2018, 04:49:08 PM »

is Banff a good place to go with kids age 4 and 10 ? if yes how long should we stay in order to cover it in full ?

Specialized · « **Reply #569 on:** May 24, 2018, 08:05:05 AM »

Quote from: sam28 on May 23, 2018, 04:49:08 PM

is Banff a good place to go with kids age 4 and 10 ? if yes how long should we stay in order to cover it in full ?

Yes, but you need to plan how to help the four year old with the long, scenic parts and limit the hikes. Look for playgrounds, candy stores. Any amount of time is good, but most people take a few days to a week.

Mutty · « **Reply #570 on:** May 24, 2018, 11:36:23 AM »

Quote from: sam28 on May 23, 2018, 04:49:08 PM

is Banff a good place to go with kids age 4 and 10 ? if yes how long should we stay in order to cover it in full ?

We didn't go with children but most of it is sightseeing, walking around. It's beautiful nature. Not sure how much a 4 year old would get out of it. As adults it was incredible. We went early sunday morning until late Thursday night and we found it enough time. Just my opinion.

eliteflyer · « **Reply #571 on:** May 25, 2018, 10:02:05 AM »

Quote from: Mutty on May 24, 2018, 11:36:23 AM

We didn't go with children but most of it is sightseeing, walking around. It's beautiful nature. Not sure how much a 4 year old would get out of it. As adults it was incredible. We went early sunday morning until late Thursday night and we found it enough time. Just my opinion.

Our kids (almost 4 at the time) enjoyed and did many of the easier hikes.

sam28 · « **Reply #572 on:** May 25, 2018, 11:20:53 AM »

Quote from: eliteflyer on May 25, 2018, 10:02:05 AM

Our kids (almost 4 at the time) enjoyed and did many of the easier hikes.

how long did u stay there ? where did u stay ? and what did u cover with the kids ?

tzifanya54 · « **Reply #573 on:** May 25, 2018, 12:08:56 PM »

Definitely doable with kids.

whYME · « **Reply #574 on:** May 28, 2018, 11:34:46 AM »

Quote from: Traveler718 on May 23, 2018, 03:44:08 PM

I didn't experience any need for an SUV. As long as you plan to stick to the main roads, a regular car is completely adequate.

Depends how deep the snow is

Dawie · « **Reply #575 on:** May 28, 2018, 11:39:30 AM »

there goes the neighborhood
https://pagesix.com/2018/05/28/prince-harry-meghan-markle-to-honeymoon-in-worlds-most-boring-place/

jedderai · « **Reply #576 on:** June 10, 2018, 07:18:53 PM »

How far in advance should i be booking activities?

Specialized · « **Reply #577 on:** June 11, 2018, 12:40:50 AM »

The activities can be planned on the day you go, but the hotels need to be reserved in advance. It gets pretty packed this time of year.
I wouldn't plan activities too far in advance because the weather can change. Just get a general view of the type of things you want to do and let nature run it's course.

tzifanya54 · « **Reply #578 on:** June 12, 2018, 07:54:33 PM »

Quote from: jedderai on June 10, 2018, 07:18:53 PM

How far in advance should i be booking activities?

Day of is fine, even during tourist season.

jedderai · « **Reply #579 on:** June 25, 2018, 04:05:23 PM »

Will be traveling to Banff Wednesday and my passport expires mid August. Was brought to my attention today that this may be a problem. Is there going to be any issue? TIA

Probably wrong thread but if someone can direct me into the right forum it would be greatly appreciated.

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