the resort town of Banff and the hamlet of Lake Louise. In the winter, these communities get their turn to shine, with an annual SnowDays celebration that transforms them into a full-on snowglobe.

There are several top-notch eateries, a dozen are open during the winter and five stay open during the summer, including the stunning Lodge of Ten Peaks Cafe. Plus, Lake Louise boasts one of the ...

The lake was named in honor of Princess Louise Caroline Alberta, the daughter of Queen Victoria. It’s a popular destination for hiking, canoeing, and sightseeing. In the winter, Lake Louise ...

The lift, which will transport skiers from the top of the Juniper Lift to Lake Louise's upper mountain, is set to open next winter. Previous descriptions of the new lift—called the Upper Juniper Chair ...

Since it first arrived in the 1980's, the World Cup has consistently celebrated the start of winter at Lake Louise. The snow for high-speed racing is guaranteed and while temperatures are often ...

This Canadian Festival Transforms Banff National Park and Lake Louise Into a Winter Wonderland — With Giant Snow Sculptures, Skijoring, and Sleigh Rides Kicking Horse Ski Resort, an hour west of ...

Read on for some winter vacation ideas ... Meanwhile, the nearby Lake Louise is a must-visit for its striking scenery, ice skating and annual SnowDays Festival, which takes place in January ...

Banff, Canada, is popular in the summer and winter months but I visited in May, an offseason time. I found the beautiful mountain town to be crowded but bearable, especially by Lake Louise.

The lift, which will transport skiers from the top of the Juniper Lift to Lake Louise's upper mountain, is set to open next winter. Previous descriptions of the new lift—called the Upper Juniper ...