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Inside Background
Architecture 
Amongst the towering modern skyscrapers one can see Calgary's architectural...
Last edited: August 10, 2006
Culture 
Calgary is a modern city with a melting pot population. In recent years, it has...
Last edited: September 02, 2008
Health & Safety 
Most visits to Calgary are trouble-free.  Nevertheless, the following safety...
Last edited: September 29, 2006
History 
Fort Calgary Although fur traders such as David Thompson and Peter Fidler may...
Last edited: October 07, 2007
Neighborhoods 
Calgary has a number of different faces and areas that all represent different...
Last edited: August 17, 2006
Recommended Reading 
FFWD (Fast Forward), which is Calgary's News & Entertainment Weekly, is a...
Last edited: August 20, 2006
Tourist Board Info 
Calgary's official tourist board is Tourism Calgary. Their official website is...
Last edited: September 24, 2008
Weather & When to Go 
Weather Calgary's weather is quite unique compared to the weather in the rest...
Last edited: August 27, 2006
Budget Travel 
For the sharp-eyed traveller who plans ahead, the internet can be the key to...
Last edited: November 12, 2007
Calgary News 
Ever go to a lovely tourist destination only to discover that it's in the midst...
Last edited: October 16, 2007
First-time Visitors 
Background If you will be a first time visitor to Calgary, check out the...
Last edited: August 11, 2007
Hotel Districts 
The best location in which to stay depends on why you are visiting Calgary...
Last edited: July 13, 2008
Introduction 
Calgary is a major gateway to Banff and the Rocky Mountains, which are 1.5...
Last edited: October 01, 2008
Music Playlist 
Music can define a destination, or be a pleasant way to get a new perspective...
Last edited: October 04, 2009
Tips & Trivia 
Quotes about Calgary Casey Affleck, actor (brother of Ben Affleck), gives his...
Last edited: August 30, 2006
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
There are several ways to get to Calgary. Arriving by air The easiest way is to...
Last edited: August 01, 2009
Getting Around 
Calgary is laid out in a grid.  The Bow River and Centre Street are the centre...
Last edited: January 28, 2009
Public Transportation 
The fleet Calgary Transit operates a fleet of buses, trains, and shuttle buses...
Last edited: October 27, 2009
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Cab From mid-2006 to August 2008, there was a shortage of taxis in the city...
Last edited: November 27, 2009
Calgary International Airport 
Arrivals Level The arrivals level of Calgary International Airport is the first...
Last edited: November 27, 2009
Departing for USA 
Driving to airport on departure day  Something that United States-bound...
Last edited: May 08, 2007
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
Banff National Park - Of course it would be more ideal to pay a longer visit to...
Last edited: January 18, 2008
Events & Festivals 
Calgary Winterfest : Ice sculptures, multicultural celebrations, and community...
Last edited: October 11, 2009
Family Travel 
Dining Out with Kids in Calgary Prior to 2008, there were some dining...
Last edited: July 13, 2008
Museums & Attractions 
Museums Aerospace Museum : Located near the Calgary International Airport, the...
Last edited: December 04, 2009
Nightlife 
Downtown Clubs Cowboys - caters to a fun crowd,  closed until the Fall 2007 and...
Last edited: August 02, 2007
Off the Beaten Path 
In Calgary Music at Noon : Every Wednesday at the (Anglican) Cathedral Church...
Last edited: September 14, 2009
The Performing Arts 
Professional theatre is everywhere in Calgary, and in wildly diverse forms...
Last edited: August 08, 2008
Shopping 
Calgary is a large city, and because of this there is plenty of shopping to...
Last edited: November 01, 2007
Sports & Activities 
Calgary is an outdoorsmans paradise. Although it is far up north, you can still...
Last edited: October 02, 2006
Arts and Culture 
Calgary boasts a very vibrant arts community, with numerous theatre...
Last edited: September 02, 2008
Fishing 
If coming to Calgary, bring your fly or spinning rod.  Despite being a large...
Last edited: March 11, 2008
Nature in the City 
Calgary has a number of major natural areas, including one provincial park...
Last edited: August 28, 2006
Quirky Calgary 
Every city has its own little quirks; things that might not be completely...
Last edited: August 29, 2009
Stampede: First-time Visitors 
So, you've never been to the Calgary Stampede before? Here are a few things you...
Last edited: August 09, 2009
Stampede: How to Dress Western 
How to Dress Western - A Guide for Visitors and New Calgarians For many decades...
Last edited: August 16, 2008
Stampede: On a Budget 
Although many of these bargains are specific to 2008, most occurred...
Last edited: June 04, 2009
Stampede: Pancake Breakfasts and More 
There are lots of ways to get free food throughout Stampede Week. Stampede...
Last edited: July 08, 2009
Calaway Park 
Western Canada's largest amusement park. Attractions include a roller coaster...
Last edited: August 15, 2008
Calgary Pathway System 
Calgary has a very extensive system of pathways (multi-purpose) and bikeways...
Last edited: August 15, 2008
Canada Olympic Park 
Before the 1988 Winter Olympics, this hill was where Calgarians came to ski...
Last edited: July 07, 2009
Devonian Gardens 
Devonian Gardens closed until Spring 2010 On August 30, 2008 Calgary's Devonian...
Last edited: August 30, 2008
Full Gospel Tabernacle 
A medium sized community church with programs for all ages and community groups.
Last edited: October 17, 2006
Heritage Park 
Introduction Heritage Park Historical Village is designed to give visitors a...
Last edited: December 05, 2009
Stephen Avenue Walk 
Stephen Avenue Walk is an historic downtown pedestrian mall which is one of the...
Last edited: June 12, 2009
The Military Museums 
The Museum of the Regiments has recently had a shift in focus and...
Last edited: January 16, 2008
Wintergreen Golf and Country Club 
Wintergreen Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in the forested Rocky...
Last edited: July 08, 2006
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
The dining scene in Calgary is quite diverse; it's a far cry from the days when...
Last edited: October 10, 2009
Business Dining 
Open Sesame on Macleod Trail in Calgary is a good pick for Asian cuisine. You...
Last edited: April 15, 2007
Cheap Eats 
Downtown Eaton Centre has a comprehensive selection of small, cheap and chain...
Last edited: August 01, 2008
Dining with a View 
Sky360 - At the top of the Calgary Tower, you will find sky360. If you have a...
Last edited: July 19, 2009
Outdoor Dining 
When the weather turns warmer, Calgarians flock to the host of patios for...
Last edited: August 17, 2008
People-watching 
No trip to Calgary is complete with out stopping in trendy Kensington , just...
Last edited: August 04, 2009
Great Steak Places for Steak Lovers 
Alberta is the home of Canada's finest beef, so it shouldn't be too surprising...
Last edited: August 17, 2009
Nature in the City 
Calgary has a number of major natural areas, including one provincial park...
Last edited: June 29, 2006
1600 World Bier Haus 
1600 World Bier Haus specializes in beers from around the world, with 30...
Last edited: November 29, 2009
Rocky's Burger Bus 
Rocky's Burger Bus is exactly that.  A converted old bus tucked away in the...
Last edited: August 31, 2009
Stage West Theatre Restaurant 
Stage West Dinner Theatre features great food, great service and great...
Last edited: August 28, 2009
The Ship and Anchor 
English-themed pub on 17th Avenue SW in Calgary.  Large patio.  Often features...
Last edited: August 08, 2009
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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: November 08, 2009
Crossing the Border 
You can no longer cross the Canada-U.S. border using only a driver's licence...
Last edited: July 21, 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: August 31, 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: November 21, 2009
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: August 08, 2009
Rental Cars 
A car is often the only way to reach the picturesque landscapes for which...
Last edited: November 09, 2009
Taxes 
Goods and Services Tax (GST) This federal tax of 5% is added to almost every...
Last edited: December 08, 2008
Where Should I Go in Canada ? 
Canada is a huge country.  It is; approximately 9,984,670 sq. km / 3,855,103 sq...
Last edited: August 08, 2009
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