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Plan Your Holiday
With Your Very Own
Rocky Mountain Tour Guide!




Marcel
Your Virtual Guide

Hello and welcome to the Canadian Rockies! My name is Marcel and I'll be your virtual Rocky Mountain Tour Guide - here to help you every step of the way, no matter what it is you would like to do here in the Rocky Mountains!

Remember, when planning a holiday, knowledge, information and inspiration are your three keys to success. So let's start planning! If you'd like me to put together an itinerary, just fill out our Vacation Request Form.







WHAT ARE YOU INTERESTED IN?



Would you like to give us your suggestions and have us build an itinerary that fits your desires and suits your budget? Together we can make your dream holiday a reality. Have accommodation concerns? We work with a great wholesaler who can find rooms at great prices even in the busy season. Let us plan the details like tours and transfers, leaving you to enjoy your holiday. Fill out our Vacation Request Form.




Crashing Waterfalls? Visit Athabasca Falls, Sunwapta Falls, or how about Mistaya Canyon, Johnston Canyon or Maligne Canyon! Witness the power of water and watch how water cuts, carving its way into age-old rock. The white churning water crashes and turns into the greenest flow. The spray - refreshing... and cold!!! Nature at its finest.



Athabasca Glacier


Glaciers? These mystifying ice flows really connect you back to a time when the earth was covered in ice. Come and experience the Icefields Parkway and go for an ice walk or take a ride on an Ice Explorer to learn more about these disappearing wonders.






Sparkling blue-green Lakes? Yes, they really do exist! The mountain parks are famous for their blue-green colour. Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Bow Lake and Maligne Lake (famous for Spirit Island) are just a few of the breath-taking jewels here in the Rockies that are easy to get to. Don't forget your camera!





Travelling by Road & Rail? One of the most beautiful ways to travel across this big country is by rail. Make a Vancouver circle trip that takes you from Vancouver through the Rockies to Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper and back to Vancouver. There is nothing like the views from a train in the mountains!





Scenic Drives? Whether you are on the road with a rental car, a motorhome or your own vehicle, there are a number of scenic drives you can do yourself that will guide you to the most interesting spots in the mountains that you won't want to miss.






Learning a little more about Canada? Read up on this diverse country of many cultures in my Canada Quick Study. Need to know more about our currency? Take a look at my Canadian Money Quick Study and study up for your trip!






The Next Great Souvenir? You want to take something special home from the Rockies, but what? Get some tips on what you have to think about when buying souvenirs and find out what is typical here in the Rockies.






Activities? There are so many great outdoor activities that allow you to discover the mountains in a whole new way. Take a canoe out on Lake Louise or a Kayak on the Bow for an afternoon. Go horseback riding through the Sundance Canyon or go hiking at Johnston Canyon.



Maybe you are a do-it-yourself tourist, a backpacker, or an experienced tour-bus passenger. Perhaps you are a senior, a big family or even honeymooners! Do you love golf, BIG nature, mountain biking, hiking, fishing, skiing, climbing, caving or photography?

Well, you've found the right location! Allow me to be your Rocky Mountain Tour Guide and help you out with some invaluable information and a little inspiration!


Need Help Planning?

Having been a Rocky Mountain Tour Guide here in the Canadian Rockies for many years, I've been told that my love of the Rockies is evident the moment I begin to talk about the mountains I call home.

I hope you find this to be true when finding your way through my information website on these ancient towering figures we call the Canadian Rocky Mountains.




DISCOVER JONAS ROCKSLIDE


What an adventure! Take a trip up the Icefields Parkway, one of the most scenic highways in the world. Discover the colors of the Jonas Rockslide. This age-old act of nature, whose impact is still very noticeable today, is a true gem of Jasper National Park.

HIKE TO LOWER CONSOLATION LAKE


Spend a summer afternoon hiking in to Lower Consolation Lake, where you will discover beautiful ancient rock and a stillness that is remarkable. Treat along the way: a meadow covered in wildflowers to amaze you. Please remember to hike in groups of six or more.

VISIT CASTLE MOUNTAIN


Just a short drive from the townsite of Banff in Banff National Park is the stunning Castle Mountain. Known for its many peaks and interesting history, both geological and historical, this is one mountain you won't want to miss. It really does look like a castle!



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Welcome to Marcel's Rocky Blog
Marcel's Rocky Blog is the place to go to find out about changes and additions to Rocky Mountain Tour Guide - with great topics such as planning your trip, wildlife, cool activities and great sights.

Cool Souvenirs
Cool Souvenirs

Skiing at Sunshine Village
Sunshine Village

Canadian Rockies Bucket List
Looking for a bucket list of the Canadian Rockies? Here's mine! Get busy making yours!

Welcome to our American Visitors
Welcome to our American Visitors!

Help Planning and Booking
Do you need help planning and booking your holiday to the Rockies. Just ask Marcel

Getting Here
Getting here is getting easier as more and more flights are being offered into the Calgary International Airport.

Banff Public Transit - Roam
Banff public transit ROAM bus system is environmentally friendly and Canada's first all-hybrid bio-diesel/electric bus fleet!

Accommodations in the Rocky Mountains
Accommodations in the Rocky Mountains? There are a vast array of possibilities - from back country lodges to luxurious hotels - you choose what will make your stay unforgetable.

Places to Visit
So, you've decided on the Canadian Rockies, but you're not sure what places to visit. There are hundreds of possibilities you should know of, and then you can choose which ones are best for you!

Things to Do
There are things to do, places to see, and friends to make! Well, depending on your reasons for visiting the Canadian Rockies and where your interests lie, we have quite a list to spark your fire!

How to Plan a Rocky Mountain Holiday
How to Plan a Rocky Mountain Holiday

General Information Guide
Information is the key to planning a safe and enjoyable holiday! Here is a helpful General Information Guide to help you get informed.

Travel Checklist
There are a number of things you will want to have on your holiday. A Travel Checklist is a great thing to have.

Banff
Banff is famous all around the world, but what is this little mountain get-away really like?

Canmore
The beautiful mountain town of Canmore is situated on the Bow River between Calgary and Banff on the eastern edge of the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

Jasper
Jasper, the cozy little mountain town located within Jasper National Park is a little treasure with easy access to plenty of things to see and do.

The Icefields Parkway
The Icefields Parkway

Banff Mountains
Banff Mountains: Familiarize Yourself with Banff's Pretty Peaks

Whistler BC
Located just two hours from Vancouver, the mountain village of Whistler BC is a great place to begin or end your mountain experience!

Rocky Mountains
Find out more about the Rocky Mountains!

Animals
What kinds of animals live here in the Rocky Mountains? Come take a look!

Artists of the Rockies
Artists of the Rockies reveal their treasures inspired by the beauty of the Rocky Mountains.

Spas
If its relaxation you are looking for on your vacation, then you've come to the right place! After a day of skiing or shopping, choose from a nice variety of spas to melt away your aches and pains!

Ski the Rockies
Come Ski the Rockies!

Family Fun
Have some great family fun at the Canmore Children's Festival in May. From crafts to activities, there is something for everyone!

Wildlife
While visiting the Canadian Rockies, chances are that you will have the opportunity to either catch a glimpse of wildlife or maybe even observe them in their natural habitat.

Scenic Drives
Scenic Drives in and around the National Parks in the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

Heli-Skiing
Heli-Skiing is the ultimate ski vacation. Read about my first time!

Explore the Icefields Parkway
Go on a motorcoach tour or rent a car or motorhome and explore the Icefields Parkway. Read up on what you can expect on this incredible journey up a beautiful highway.

Columbia Icefield Tour
Enjoy one of the most scenic highways in the world - the Icefield Parkway and experience the Columbia Icefield firsthand!

Canadian Rockies Hot Springs
Enjoy the Canadian Rockies Hot Springs of Banff, Radium & Miette. Day spas are are also available.

Ice Walk
Interested in getting upclose to a glacier? An ice walk with a professional guide is a great way to see and experience these amazing bodies of ice.

Destination Golf
Looking for great Destination Golf? The Canadian Rockies have some breathtaking settings and challenging courses! Banff Springs, Jasper Park Lodge, Silver Tip, Stewart Creek, Kananaskis, Panorama, BC

Train Travel
Train Travel is a great option

Learn English
Want to leave your busy life behind for a couple weeks or even months and learn English? Come and learn English in the inspiring landscape of the Canadian Rockies.

Johnston Canyon Walk (Lower Falls) and Meal
Hike to the falls at Johnston Canyon in Banff National Park

Aboriginal Tourism
Aboriginal Tourism has become very popular over the last few years. Alberta has a lot to offer if you are interested in learning more about the first nation's facinating history.

Olympic Torch Relay
Follow the Olympic Torch Relay through Southern Alberta's rich heritage.

Canmore Olympic Torch Relay
Come and celebrate at the Canmore Olympic Torch Relay

Olympic Skiing
Come and experience some Olympic Skiing venues!

Paint the Town Red
Paint the Town Red! Take part in celebrating the 2010 Olympics in Vancouver, Canada by wearing red - painting yourself red - Be creative and support our athletes!

Entering Canada
Entering Canada or any other country nowadays can have many unexpected requirements. Do your part to find out what you need well in advance of your trip.

Canada
Here is a quick study session on what I believe Canada to be.

Canadian Money
Get to know Canadian money before you come. I can help!

Southern Alberta
Southern Alberta has so much to offer and is easily accessible from the Rockies.

Alberta Canada Trivia
Would you like to know more about Alberta Canada? Here are some fun facts about our province.

Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some frequently asked questions with answers that may help you in the planning of your trip!

Campgrounds
Camping is the best way to experience the wilderness of the Rocky Mountains. Whether inside or outside a mountain park, do your research and find the right campgrounds for you.

Rent a Motorhome
Go sightseeing your own way and rent a motorhome to make your way through the Rocky Mountains.

Booking with CanaDream
Booking with CanaDream can make that RV holiday a reality!

RV or Hotel
RV or hotel? Well, travel throughout Western Canada, with its great distances, remote heritage sites, and picturesque scenery, tends to accommodate recreational vehicles. Could this be for you?

deutsch
Willkommen in den Rocky Mountains - auf deutsch!

Kanada Reise-Service
Unser Kanada Reise-Service hift Ihnen beim Plannen, um eine unvergeßliche und gutdurchdachte Reise festzulegen. Fangen wir an!

Banff und Canmore Besuchen
In Banff und Canmore gibt es viel für Sie zu entdecken!

Ski Packages in the Rockies
Ski Packages in the Rockies are here! Experience Banff, Lake Louise, Whistler and more! There are deals to be had!

Rocky Mountain Self Drive
Looking for a Rocky Mountain Self Drive? Here is a great selection - and each drive is customizable too!

Rockies to the Pacific
Go from the Rockies to the Pacific or vice-versa on this self-drive tour package.

Rocky Mountain Travel
Do you have a Rocky Mountain Travel Story you'd like to share?

Rocky Mountain Moment
Rocky Mountain Moment

Share your Rocky Mountain Ski Story
Share your favourite Rocky Mountain ski story with us!

Visiting & Living the Canadian Rockies
I first travelled through the Canadian Rockies in the summer of 1979, and my world was never the same. Read about my first experiences here in the mountains I now call home.

Contact Us
Would you like to contact us? We'd love to hear from you!

Search & Site Map
Looking for something in particular on our site? This Search & Site Map can help.

Yup-with-SBI
Wondering about how we made this site? Could you make a site about your passion? Yup-with-SBI!!

Submit your Link
We are looking at linking with travel/activity related websites that would like to link with us! Submit your link

Travel Destinations
Check out other travel destinations and see what they have to offer!

Ski Stories
Read some fun accounts of the ski-adventures that await you here in the Canadian Rockies in Ski Sories!

Branding Cattle
I was invited to see something very characteristic for Southern Alberta - Branding Cattle with cowboys and horses!

Park Radio
Tune into Banff Park Radio 101.1 while visiting Banff National Park to find out about wildlife and nature in the park.

UNESCO World Heritage Site
UNESCO World Heritage Site

One-Week Trip: Calgary - Vancouver
Go with Dominik on a One-Week Trip that takes you from Calgary to Vancouver. He'll fill you in on things to see and give his personal insights on this intriguing trip!

Search Results
Put in your keywords and get some great search results with Google.

Crowsnest Pass
Come to the Crowsnest Pass and experience some history in Alberta's beautiful southwest corner.

Golf and Spa
World-class golf and spa all within walking distance! No, it is NOT just a dream!! Alberta has a lot to offer in the areas of Golf and Spa.

Ranch Culture
Alberta has a long history of "Ranch Culture". Come and read about some ways to discover this part of Alberta.

Ticks
Look out for ticks especially in the spring when outdoors in the Rockies.

Inuit Art
Drawing on a rich and varied life experience, Angus Cockney works with stone and other media to create beautiful pieces of Inuit art.

Rocky Mountaineer Rockies
Rocky Mountaineer Rockies Road & Rail Itinerary

Lake Louise Galleries
In Banff National Park you will find the Village of Lake Louise with all its little treasures. Don't miss its galleries!

Ski Big 3
Get a tri-area ski pass and Ski Big 3!!

Bow Falls
Visit the famous Bow Falls and think of Marilyn Monroe!

Okotoks Erratic
Come and see a treasure from the past - The Okotoks Erratic is the largest known glacial erratic in the world!!

Four Week Circle Trip Part Two
Read about this Four Week Circle Trip - Southern Alberta - Yellowstone - Seattle - Victoria - Vancouver Island - Vancouver - Likely - Waterton - Canmore

Spas in Banff
There are many spas in Banff to choose from to make your holiday even more relaxing.

Insider Tip Saskatchewan Glacier
Insider Tip Saskatchewan Glacier: Discover the source of the North Saskatchewan River! The Saskatchewan Glacier is just one of many glaciers that comes from the Columbia Icefield.

Green Skiing
Green Skiing is coooool!

VIA Rockies Road and Rail Itinerary
The ever-popular VIA Rockies Road and Rail itinerary.

Galleries
When you come to the Canadian Rockies a visit to our many galleries is a must. The spectacular scenery inspires artists and artisans to create beautiful works of art.

Jasper Transportation: Buses & Taxis
Transportation to and from Jasper that fits your schedule can be hard to find. Here are some tips on Jasper transportation to help you plan your trip to beautiful Jasper National Park.

North West Mounted Police Barracks
North West Mounted Police Barracks: Witness a piece of this coal-mining town's past by visiting this log structure built in 1892.

Radium Hot Springs
Relax at Radium Hot Springs and have their "Pleiades Massage & Spa" soothe your mind & body with such treatments as aromatherapy, facials, massage, Shiatsu, reflexology, hot stone & Reiki.

Stanley Thompson
Designed in 1928 by Canada's most revered golf course architect, Stanley Thompson, this incredibly scenic golf course was the first golf course to cost $1-million.

Spas in Canmore
Spas in Canmore will not disappoint! Each offer their own series of treatments to make you never want to go home!

Travel Services
Here are some travel services to help you with your travel needs.

Trail Conditions
Information on Trail conditions in Banff National Park, the Bow Valley and Kananaskis

Frank Slide
Frank Slide is a natural disaster of unbeleiveable proportions. Visit the original location of the town of Frank and see the massive rock avalanche that was left by Turtle Mountain.

Spa Vacations
Discover the exotic past of spas! Experience how these age-old traditions are continuing on, offering you healing treatments in the Canadian Rockies. Spa Vacations are in!

Travel Destinations - Central and South America
Central and South America have some spectacular spots for you to discover!

Temple Mountain Spa
A beautiful spa in an inspiring location: Temple Mountain Spa

The Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course
The Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course consists of the Stanley Thompson 18 and Tunnel 9, both situated beneath the famous Banff Springs Hotel next to the beautiful Bow River.

Vehicle Rental Calgary
Vehicle Rental Calgary: Here is a modest list of vehicle rental companies serving the Calgary area.

Travelers Choice Awards
Five of TripAdvisor's 2008 Travelers Choice Awards go to...

Spas in Lake Louise
The beatiful surroundings of Lake Louise create a calming and rejuvenating atmosphere - perfect for a visit to spas in Lake Louise

Enjoy Marmot Basin
Enjoy a day of relaxed skiing at Marmot Basin in Jasper National Park!

The Columbia Icefield
Drive up the Icefields Parkway and expereince Athabasca Glacier at the Columbia Icefield

Black Bear
The black bear is common to most of Canada and a fascinating animal.

Vehicle Rental
A comprehensive list of vehicle rental companies in the Canadian Rockies to get you on your way!

Ski and Snowboard Conditions
Ski and Snowboard Conditions, Canadian Rocky Mountains, Lake Louise, Norquay, Sunshine Village, Canmore Nordic Centre, Nakiska, Marmot Basin, Panorama, Kicking Horse

Transportation
Getting around without your own vehicle can be difficult. Transportation in the Rockies is all in the planning!

Four Week Circle Trip
Read about this Four Week Circle Trip - Southern Alberta - Yellowstone - Seattle - Victoria - Vancouver Island - Vancouver - Canmore


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