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Inside Background
Animal Hazards from Bears to Mosquitoes 
Bears There is an informative write up about bears on the Inside Banff : Safety...
Last edited: August 25, 2006
Arriving and Departing 
If your entry and/or exit point for the Canadian Rockies will be Calgary, you...
Last edited: June 08, 2007
Banff vs Canmore vs Lk Louise vs Jasper 
Canmore This town of 10,000+ has a lot of tourist accommodations.  It serves as...
Last edited: March 26, 2008
Books and Other Resources 
HIKING GUIDEBOOKS The Canadian Rockies Trail Guide  by Brian Patton and Bart...
Last edited: April 24, 2009
Budget Travel 
Accommodation in the Canadian Rockies is expensive during the summer season...
Last edited: August 04, 2007
Clothing 
SUMMER General The mountain weather is very changeable.  Weather forecasts for...
Last edited: April 18, 2009
Driving in the Mountains 
This page has been moved to the new Inside Pages section for the Canadian...
Last edited: August 14, 2007
Driving Times 
Please note that these driving times assume good summer driving conditions...
Last edited: August 14, 2007
First time visitors 
You may want to check out Inside Banff : First time visitors here at...
Last edited: August 23, 2006
Introduction 
In 1883, three railway workers came upon a cave in Alberta containing a hot...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
National Park Entry Fees 
When you enter one of the Rocky Mountain national parks, you'll have to pay an...
Last edited: March 04, 2009
Planning a Summer Trip 
Admissibility to Canada  The vast majority of travellers are admissible to...
Last edited: August 14, 2007
Sunrise & Sunset 
Because of Canada's latitude, there is a big difference between the number of...
Last edited: August 31, 2006
Trivia & Fun Facts 
A  feisty woman The Spiral Tunnel Viewpoints are an interesting place to stop...
Last edited: June 26, 2008
Weather & When to go 
Weather   Weather in the Rocky Mountains varies a tremendous amount – literally...
Last edited: December 16, 2008
Winter Closures 
Waterton Lakes National Park Description of what  is open in Waterton Lakes...
Last edited: November 19, 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Boating and Canoeing 
You can rent a canoe on Lake Louise, Emerald Lake, and Moraine Lake.  Blue...
Last edited: July 05, 2009
Family Travel 
  Please see Inside Banff : Family Travel.  
Last edited: January 10, 2007
Free Activities 
Bankhead A fascinating (and free) adventure off the beaten track is to visit...
Last edited: September 26, 2007
Hiking 
POPULAR WALKS AND HIKES  Waterton Lakes National Park Stroll : Cameron...
Last edited: August 29, 2007
Horseback Riding  
Guided horseback rides for a few hours or a few days are available through two...
Last edited: August 08, 2008
Itineraries 
Direction : In the early summer it is better to travel from Vancouver towards...
Last edited: February 05, 2008
Off the beaten path 
CANADIAN ROCKIES This "off the beaten path" page lists places that require some...
Last edited: April 22, 2008
Rainy Day Activities 
Check out the Inside Banff : Rainy Day Activities page here at TripAdvisor.
Last edited: August 20, 2006
Scenic Views 
CANADIAN ROCKIES  These are easily accessible places that do not require...
Last edited: July 17, 2007
Skiing 
This article has been moved to the new Canadian Rockies section:  Inside...
Last edited: August 14, 2007
Skiing and Snowboarding 
Background Banff National Park draws skiers, snowboarders and winter sports...
Last edited: January 19, 2009
Weddings in Banff National Park 
Alberta weddings are governed by the laws of Canada and Alberta. Both civil and...
Last edited: March 16, 2009
Banff Upper Hot Springs 
Location Details:  Directions: 5 minute drive (2.4 km / 1.5 miles) southwest of...
Last edited: August 18, 2008
Icefields Parkway 
Please see Inside Canadian Rockies: Icefields Parkway.
Last edited: October 23, 2007
Johnston Canyon 
Location Details:  Directions: 30 minute drive northwest of Banff on Trans...
Last edited: May 17, 2008
Minnewanka Loop / Lake Johnson 
Location Details:  Directions: 10 minute drive northeast of Banff. Take Banff...
Last edited: August 18, 2008
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Dining Scene 
See Inside Banff : Dining Overview and Inside Lake Louise : Dining Overview .
Last edited: October 23, 2006
Nourish Vegetarian Bistro & Tea House 
For anyone who loves food, the Nourish Vegetarian Bistro & Tea House in...
Last edited: August 19, 2008
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Inside Canada: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Coins/Notes  Canada has both paper money and coins.  There are currently six...
Last edited: March 15, 2009
Crossing the Border 
You can no longer cross the Canada-U.S. border using only a driver's licence...
Last edited: May 31, 2009
Emergencies 
 In case of all fire, police or medical emergencies, call 911 to contact help...
Last edited: May 27, 2006
Important Phrases 
French and English are the official languages of Canada and are most commonly...
Last edited: May 23, 2009
Telephones 
Telephones in Canada work exactly like telephones in the USA, and similarly to...
Last edited: August 26, 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping Gratuities are seldom included in Canadian restaurants.  It is...
Last edited: September 10, 2008
Canadian Cuisine 
Canada is a country of immigrants. With the exception of the Aboriginal...
Last edited: May 29, 2007
DWI or DUI - Driving convictions 
Thinking about traveling to Canada? You'd better reconsider if you have been...
Last edited: October 08, 2008
Electricity 
Canada's electrical supply and electrical outlets (sockets, wall plugs) are the...
Last edited: August 25, 2006
Fuel Prices 
In Canada the price of gasoline (petrol) is expressed in Canadian dollars per...
Last edited: December 21, 2008
Holidays in Canada 
Canada's Statutory Holidays  While there are a number of holidays in Canada...
Last edited: January 20, 2009
Metric System 
Canada officially uses the metric system of measurement.  Online Conversion...
Last edited: March 28, 2008
Rental Cars 
The following car rental companies have locations at most major airports: Alamo...
Last edited: January 14, 2009
Taxes 
Goods and Services Tax (GST) This federal tax of 5% is added to almost every...
Last edited: December 08, 2008
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