The communities of Banff and Lake Louise have been welcoming visitors for more than a century. Lured by the incredible scenery, guests venture into the treasured area seeking phenomenal skiing and snowboarding, a cosmopolitan collection of designer shops and boutiques, a bustling nightlife, museums, cultural activities, dining and luxurious spas.

Banff’s locals rave about the nightlife and the array of unique après ski experiences. From live entertainment, to cozy pubs, upbeat martini lounges, western saloons and modern nightclubs, the town of Banff offers big city amenities in a friendly mountain setting. When the fresh mountain air sharpens the appetite, more than 100 bistros, pubs and fine restaurants will ignite your senses offering a range of ethnicity and fare to satisfy any palate. On Banff’s bustling main avenue, virtually every language from German and Japanese to French and Spanish can be heard. Yet only minutes away from all the action, it is possible to lose yourself in the tranquility of the forest along the banks of the Bow River.

Romantic and relaxing, the pace in Lake Louise attracts people who want to savour the finer things in life; a good book in front of a fireplace, the stillness of the outdoors, or a quiet walk after dinner. The surrounding mountain peaks and the sight of grazing wildlife roaming the streets remind you that you are standing inside Canada’s most famous National Park and a United Nations World Heritage Site.