Browsing Category: "Banff"

Things to Do in Alberta XI

Monday, February 13th, 2006 | Alberta, Banff, Calgary, Canada, Golf, Hotels / Motels, Misc, Things to Do with No Comments »

Old Strathcona, Edmonton Old Strathcona Edmonton
Historic neighborhood containing buildings dating back to 1891.
Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area; Neighborhood
Jasper Park Golf Course, Jasper, Jasper National Park
This Stanley Thompson-designed golf course offers 18 challenging holes stretched over 6,598 yards at par 71.
Attraction type: Golf course
Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park, Canmore
Created for the 1988 Winter Olympics, this ski area offers many expert trails.
Attraction type: Ski area; Nature trail; Cross-country ski area
Goose Hummock Golf Resort, Edmonton
The “Goose,” as it is affectionately known, twists and turns for 6,604 yards through interlocking ponds, making this 18-hole championship course a challenge for even the pros.
Attraction type: Golf course
Prince’s Island Park, Calgary
This recreational island is located in the Bow River, providing stressed-out urbanites opportunities to bike, hike and fish.
Attraction type: Park; Island
World Waterpark, Edmonton
Indoor waterpark located in the West Edmonton Mall featuring waterslides and hot tubs for adults and kids.
Attraction type: Water park; Amusement/theme park

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Things to Do in Alberta XII

Monday, February 13th, 2006 | Alberta, Banff, Calgary, Calgary Stampede, Canada, College / University, Golf, Misc, Parks, Things to Do with No Comments »

Alien In-Line, Calgary
This shop features in-line skates and related items.
Attraction type: Specialty shop
Olympic Plaza, Calgary
Attraction type: Town center/square/plaza
Kart World Family Fun Centre, Calgary
Attraction type: Amusement/theme park; Game/entertainment center
Rutherford House Calgary AlbertaRutherford House Provincial Historic Site, Edmonton
Attraction type: Historic home
Victoria Golf Course, Edmonton
Attraction type: Golf course
Silver Tip Golf Course, Canmore
This 7,200-yard golf course offers 18 holes of championship golf, complete with 600 feet of elevation changes.
Attraction type: Golf courseSilvertip golf Course
Paleontology Museum, Edmonton
Attraction type: Natural history museum
Telephone Historical Centre, Edmonton
Specialty museum and science center chronicles the history and growth of telephone communications featuring hands-on exhibits and multi-media presentations.
Attraction type: History museum; Specialty museum
Columbia Icefield, Banff, Banff National Park
Like snow? Come to the biggest glacial field in the northern hemisphere.
Attraction type: Geological formation

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Things to Do in Alberta XIII

Sunday, February 12th, 2006 | Alberta, Banff, Calgary, Canada, Canadian Rockies, College / University, Golf, Misc, Parks, Things to Do with No Comments »

Canadian Rockies Banff AlbertaMiette Hot Springs, Jasper National Park
Hottest springs in the Canadian Rockies offer two hot pools for a relaxing soak and a cold pool overlooking the scenic Fiddle River Valley.
Attraction type: Hot spring/geyser
Golden West Golf Course, Edmonton
This short golf course, measuring a little more than 5,300 yards, is a popular layout for families and beginning to intermediate golfers.
Attraction type: Golf course
Northern Bear Golf Club, Edmonton
This 18-hole championship layout is a Jack Nicklaus Signature Course, which offers challenge to golfers of all skill levels.
Attraction type: Golf course
Nose Hill Park, Calgary
This park’s rugged, hilly terrain is full of paths and trails for hikers, bikers and runners.
Attraction type: Park
One World Drum Co., Calgary
A school for learning the art of drumming.
Attraction type: Educational site

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Things to Do in Alberta VI

Saturday, February 11th, 2006 | Alberta, Banff, Calgary, Canada, Misc, Parks, Things to Do with No Comments »

Athabasca Falls, Jasper, Jasper National Park
A spectacular waterfall in Jasper National Park.athabasca falls jasper national park waterfall
Attraction type: Waterfall
Banff Mount Norquay, Banff National Park
With a variety of beginner, intermediate and advanced slopes, this ski resort is perfect for skiers of all abilities.
Attraction type: Ski area
Glenbow Museum, Calgary
The largest museum in Western Canada has exhibits on everything from traditions of piercing and tattooing to life in certain tribes in Western Africa to Canada’s heritage.
Attraction type: History museum; Museum; Art museum

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Things to Do in Alberta VII

Saturday, February 11th, 2006 | Alberta, Banff, Calgary, Canada, Misc, Parks, Things to Do with No Comments »

Fort Calgary, Calgary
Built in 1875 as the original home to the North West Mounted Police, this 40-acre area is now a park.
Attraction type: Historic site; Park
Royal Tyrrell Museum, Drumheller
Hands-on natural history museum for dinosaur enthusiasts.
Attraction type: Museum; Natural history museum

Sulphur Mountain Gondola, Banff, Banff National Park
Scenic ride up to the top of Sulphur Mountain for a breathtaking view of Banff National Park.
Attraction type: Tram
Jasper TramwayJasper Tramway, Jasper, Jasper National Park
A tramway system providing scenic views of the Canadian Rockies.
Attraction type: Tram
Devonian Gardens, Calgary
Set in the middle of the city, this indoor garden spans three acres and is home to waterfalls, trees and thousands of plants.
Attraction type: Garden

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Things to Do in Alberta V

Saturday, February 11th, 2006 | Alberta, Banff, Calgary, Canada, Misc, Parks, Things to Do with No Comments »

Banff Upper Hot Springs, Banff National Park
Restful spa fed by natural hot springs first discovered in the 1880s.
Attraction type: Hot spring/geyser; Spa
Elk Island National Park, Fort Saskatchewan
Attraction type: National park
Sunshine Village, Banff National Park
These spectacular slopes offer great skiing for advanced skiers.
Attraction type: Ski area
Banff Springs Golf Course, Banff, Banff National Park
Designed by the late Stanley Thompson, this challenging 6,729-yard, 27-hole course offers scenic thrills and golf challenges throughout its “Stanley Thompson 18″ and “The Tunnel 9″ courses.
Attraction type: Golf course

Things to do in Alberta I

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Rocky Mountaineer, Banff, Banff National Park
Spectacular two-day, all-daylight scenic rail trip between Vancouver, BC and Banff/Calgary, Alberta combines outdoor sightseeing, escorted tours and overnights in grand resorts.
Attraction type: Scenic railroad
Lake Louise, Banff National Park
Beautiful lake surrounded by woods and hiking trails.
Attraction type: Lake; Landmark/point of interest

[tags]Rocky Mountaineer, Banff, Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Banff, scenic railroad[/tags]

Things to Do in Alberta III

Friday, February 10th, 2006 | Alberta, Banff, Calgary, Calgary Stampede, Canada, Misc, Parks, Ski, Things to Do with No Comments »

Marmot Basin Ski Area, Jasper, Jasper National Park A popular ski area offering beginner to expert slopes. Attraction type: Ski area Calgary Tower, Calgary During the 1988 Winter Olympics, a flame burned at the top of this famous building; now, it’s a major tourist attraction, known for its spectacular views of the city. Attraction type: Observation deck/tower West Edmonton Mall, Edmonton The world’s largest shopping and entertainment complex, with a roller coaster, tropical rainforest and an indoor bungee jump, in addition to the over 800 stores and 20 restaurants. Attraction type: Mall; Amusement/theme park; Water park