Banff Santa Claus Parade of Lights

We just posted some photos from the Santa Claus Parade of Lights in Banff, Canada, taken Saturday December 5, 2009.

To view them, click HERE

Calgary Flames RED tickets

We now have LIMITED confirmed RED TICKETS for the following Calgary Flames games:

Wednesday December 9, 2009	7:30 pm	Atlanta Thrashers
Wednesday December 23, 2009	7:30 pm	St Louis Blues
Wednesday December 30, 2009	7:30 pm	Los Angeles Kings
Monday January 25, 2010	7:30 pm	St Louis Blues
Thursday February 11, 2010	7:30 pm	Dallas Stars
Saturday February 13, 2010	8:00 pm	Anaheim Ducks
Wednesday March 3, 2010	8:00 pm	Minnesota Wild
Friday March 19, 2010	7:00 pm	San Jose Sharks
Tuesday March 23, 2010	7:00 pm	Anaheim Ducks
Wednesday March 31, 2010	7:30 pm	Phoenix Coyotes
Tuesday April 6, 2010	7:30 pm	San Jose Sharks
Thursday April 8, 2010	7:30 pm	Minnesota Wild

The rate is $250 each including return transportation from Banff and Canmore. Rate includes 5% tax.

To book, visit rocky-peak Holiday's Banff Ice Hockey page.

Banff - Calgary Flames Ice Hockey Tours

Calgary Flames NHL Hockey Tickets with transportation from Banff and Canmore are now available for sale. The rates are as follows:

- Blue Tickets: $170 each including return transportation
- Green Tickets: $140 including return transportation
- Black Tickets: $110 including return transportation

The above rates are subject to 5% GST (tax).

These tickets are already booking up so send us a Banff Hockey Tour request or Canmore Hockey Tour request and we will confirm availability and get back to you right away!

Here is the Calgary Flames NHL Home schedule (played in the Saddledome):

Date	Opponent	Game Time
Thu Oct 1, 2009	VANCOUVER	8.00 PM
Tue Oct 6, 2009	MONTREAL	7:00 PM
Fri Oct 9, 2009	DALLAS	7:00 PM
Fri Oct 16, 2009	VANCOUVER	7:00 PM
Tue Oct 20, 2009	COLUMBUS	7.30 PM
Sat Oct 24, 2009	EDMONTON	8.00 PM
Wed Oct 28, 2009	COLORADO	7.30 PM
Sat Oct 31, 2009	DETROIT	8.00 PM
Sat Nov 7, 2009	NY RANGERS	8.00 PM
Tue Nov 17, 2009	COLORADO	7.30 PM
Thu Nov 19, 2009	CHICAGO	7.30 PM
Wed Nov 25, 2009	PHOENIX	7.30 PM
Wed Dec 9, 2009	ATLANTA	7.30 PM
Fri Dec 11, 2009	MINNESOTA	7:00 PM
Thu Dec 17, 2009	LOS ANGELES	7.30 PM
Sat Dec 19, 2009	NASHVILLE	2.00 PM
Wed Dec 23, 2009	ST LOUIS	7.30 PM
Sun Dec 27, 2009	VANCOUVER	6.00 PM
Wed Dec 30, 2009	LOS ANGELES	7.30 PM
Thu Dec 31, 2009	EDMONTON	7:00 PM
Sat Jan 2, 2010	TORONTO	5.00 PM
Fri Jan 8, 2010	COLUMBUS	7:00 PM
Mon Jan 11, 2010	COLORADO	8.00 PM
Wed Jan 13, 2010	PITTSBURGH	7.30 PM
Fri Jan 15, 2010	NASHVILLE	7:00 PM
Thu Jan 21, 2010	CHICAGO	7.30 PM
Mon Jan 25, 2010	ST LOUIS	7.30 PM
Sat Jan 30, 2010	EDMONTON	8.00 PM
Mon Feb 1, 2010	PHILADELPHIA	7.30 PM
Wed Feb 3, 2010	CAROLINA	7:00 PM
Thu Feb 11, 2010	DALLAS	7.30 PM
Sat Feb 13, 2010	ANAHEIM	8.00 PM
Wed Mar 3, 2010	MINNESOTA	8.00 PM
Fri Mar 5, 2010	NEW JERSEY	7:00 PM
Thu Mar 11, 2010	OTTAWA	7.30 PM
Mon Mar 15, 2010	DETROIT	7.30 PM
Fri Mar 19, 2010	SAN JOSE	7:00 PM
Tue Mar 23, 2010	ANAHEIM	7:00 PM
Wed Mar 31, 2010	PHOENIX	7.30 PM
Tue Apr 6, 2010	SAN JOSE	7.30 PM
Thu Apr 8, 2010	MINNESOTA	7.30 PM

Banff Lake Louise Video

Looking for reasons to visit Banff and Lake Louise? Look no further! This promotional video sums up what Banff and Lake Louise are all about! Come enjoy Banff National Park with us - you won't be disappointed!

Vancouver to Calgary Itinerary 10 day 9 nights

Here are a couple of Rocky Mountain Holiday itineraries departing on Friday August 14 2009 for 10 days / 9 nights from Vancouver finishing in Calgary:

1) Holiday Package with Rocky Mountaineer®:

FRI AUG 14 - Arrive Vancouver. Overnight Vancouver.

SAT AUG 15 - Vancouver City Tour - AM. Overnight Vancouver.

SUN AUG 16 - Victoria Day Trip from Vancouver. Full day. Overnight Vancouver.

MON AUG 17 - Explore Vancouver on your own. Overnight Vancouver.

TUE AUG 18 - Vancouver to Kamloops onboard the Rocky Mountaineer. Overnight Kamloops.

WED AUG 19 - Rocky Mountaineer to Jasper. Overnight Jasper.

THU AUG 20 - Maligne Valley Sightseeing and Boat Cruise. 5-6 hours. Overnight Jasper.

FRI AUG 21 - Jasper to Banff along spectacular Icefields Parkway. Snowcoach onto Athabasca Glacier included. Overnight Banff.

SAT AUG 22 - Banff Sightseeing Trip - AM / Lake Louise & Moraine Lake Sightseeing Trip - PM. Overnight Banff.

SUN AUG 23 - Depart to Calgary Airport YYC on scheduled airport shuttle.

Holiday Package Includes:

- 4 nights Vancouver - Mid-Range (moderate) Hotel

- Vancouver City Tour (4-5 hours)

- Victoria Day Trip (includes return ferry, Butchart Gardens admission, Royal London Wax Museum admission & return transportation from you Vancouver hotel)

- Rocky Mountaineer® Train, RedLeaf Service to Kamloops

- 1 night Kamloops (moderate) Hotel

- Rocky Mountaineer® Train, RedLeaf Service to Jasper

- 2 nights Jasper - Mid-Range (moderate) Hotel

- Maligne Valley Sightseeing and Boat Cruise (5-6 hours)

- Jasper to Banff with Snowcoach onto Glacier included

- 2 nights Banff - Mid-range (moderate) Hotel

- Banff Sightseeing Group Tour

- Lake Louise and Moraine Lake Sightseeing Group Tour

- Scheduled Airport Transfer to Calgary Airport YYC. Available departures from Banff (takes approx. 2 hours): 8:30, 12:30, 13:30, 16:00, 18:00, 19:30

Total Discounted Package Price for 2 Adults = CDN$4,786 ($2,393 per person). This rate includes ALL taxes, promotions and discounts. Upgrade to GoldLeaf service on the Rocky Mountaineer for CDN$930 per person.

We have VERY LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE ON THE ROCKY MOUNTAINEER® so please CONTACT US immediately if you would like to book this holiday package.

To keep costs down, you can take the overnight train from Vancouver instead of the Rocky Mountaineer®:

2) Holiday Package without Rocky Mountaineer®:

FRI AUG 14 - Arrive Vancouver. Overnight Vancouver.

SAT AUG 15 - Vancouver City Tour - AM. Overnight Vancouver.

SUN AUG 16 - Victoria Day Trip from Vancouver. Full day. Overnight Vancouver.

MON AUG 17 - Explore Vancouver on your own. Overnight Vancouver.

TUE AUG 18 - Vancouver to Jasper onboard the overnight train. Departs Vancouver: 20:30

WED AUG 19 - Arrives Jasper 16:00. Overnight Jasper.

THU AUG 20 - Maligne Valley Sightseeing and Boat Cruise. 5-6 hours. Overnight Jasper.

FRI AUG 21 - Jasper to Banff along spectacular Icefields Parkway. Snowcoach onto Athabasca Glacier included. Overnight Banff.

SAT AUG 22 - Banff Sightseeing Trip - AM / Lake Louise & Moraine Lake Sightseeing Trip - PM. Overnight Banff.

SUN AUG 23 - Depart to Calgary Airport YYC on scheduled airport shuttle.

Holiday Package Includes:

- 4 nights Vancouver - Mid-Range (moderate) Hotel

- Vancouver City Tour (4-5 hours)

- Victoria Day Trip (includes return ferry, Butchart Gardens admission, Royal London Wax Museum admission & return transportation from you Vancouver hotel)

- Overnight Train to Jasper - Economy (Seat)

- 2 nights Jasper - Mid-Range (moderate) Hotel

- Maligne Valley Sightseeing and Boat Cruise (5-6 hours)

- Jasper to Banff with Snowcoach onto Glacier included

- 2 nights Banff - Mid-range (moderate) Hotel

- Banff Sightseeing Group Tour

- Lake Louise and Moraine Lake Sightseeing Group Tour

- Scheduled Airport Transfer to Calgary Airport YYC. Available departures from Banff (takes approx. 2 hours): 8:30, 12:30, 13:30, 16:00, 18:00, 19:30

Total Discounted Package Price for 2 Adults = CDN$3,186 ($1,593 per person). This rate includes ALL taxes, promotions and discounts.

Please note that rates are subject to change. We accept Visa, MasterCard and American Express for payment.

To book or for more information, contact rocky-peak Holidays:

Freephone U.K.: 0800-567-7542

North America Toll-Free: 1-888-747-6259

7-Day Round-Trip Itinerary from Vancouver

A sample 7-day itinerary from Vancouver with rocky-peak Holidays which takes advantage of current travel specials. This itinerary can be completely customised and you can easily upgrade to a luxury package.

SAT AUG 15

Arrive Vancouver. Overnight Vancouver.

SUN AUG 16

Overnight Train to Jasper departs 20:30.

MON AUG 17

Train arrives Jasper 16:00. Overnight Jasper.

TUE AUG 18

Jasper to Banff along the spectacular Icefields Parkway. Snowcoach onto Athabasca glacier included. Overnight Banff.

WED AUG 19

Banff Sightseeing Trip - AM / Lake Louise & Moraine Lake Sightseeing Trip - PM. Overnight Banff.

THU AUG 20

Depart Banff onboard the Rocky Mountaineer Train, RedLeaf Service, to Kamloops. Overnight Kamloops.

FRI AUG 21

Rocky Mountaineer RedLeaf Service to Vancouver. Overnight Vancouver.

SAT AUG 22

Victoria Day Trip from Vancouver. Full day. Overnight Vancouver.

Package Includes:

- 1 night Vancouver - Mid-Range (moderate) Hotel

- Overnight Train to Jasper - Economy (Seat)

- 1 night Jasper - Mid-Range (moderate) Hotel

- Jasper to Banff with Snowcoach onto Glacier included

- 2 nights Banff - Mid-range (moderate) Hotel

- Banff Sightseeing Group Tour

- Lake Louise and Moraine Lake Sightseeing Group Tour

- Rocky Mountaineer Train, RedLeaf Service to Kamloops

- 1 night Kamloops (moderate) Hotel

- Rocky Mountaineer Train, RedLeaf Service to Vancouver

- 2 nights Vancouver - Mid-Range (moderate) Hotel

- Victoria Day Trip (includes return ferry, Butchart Gardens admission, Royal London Wax Museum admission & return transportation from you Vancouver hotel)

Total Discounted Package Price for 2 Adults = CDN$3,990 ($1,995 per person). This rate includes ALL taxes, promotions and discounts. Price will be confirmed at time of booking.

Contact rocky-peak Holidays for more information or to book:

Freephone U.K.: 0800-567-7542

North America Toll-Free: 1-888-747-6259

Canmore to Lake Louise Trail Approved

Exciting news for locals and visitors!!

Outdoor enthusiasts will soon have a stunning nature trail to explore in Alberta that runs from Canmore to Lake Louise.

The federal government announced Tuesday [May 19] that $6.75 million will be spent on building a new paved path through Banff National Park for hikers, cyclists and in-line skaters.

The Legacy Trail will run 26 kilometres from Canmore to the Bow Valley Parkway just west of the Banff town site, along the Trans-Canada Highway between the road and wildlife fence. The path will then join up with Highway 1A to Lake Louise.

Federal Environment Minister Jim Prentice, who was at the Banff announcement, called the trail an environmentally friendly way to link the mountain towns.

The trail still needs to pass an environmental assessment, but work could begin this summer and finish in time for Banff's125th anniversary in the fall of 2010.

People who live in area say they're pleased the project that's been in works for years is going ahead. Local groups hope it will bring more tourists to the region.

Source: cbc.ca

Rocky Mountain Holidays

We are pleased to introduce our updated RockyMountainHolidays.com website. We have made the site simpler to navigate through to help you plan your Rocky Mountain Holiday with us.

This website provides detailed information on the following Canadian locations:

• Banff Information


• Canmore Information


• Lake Louise Information


• Jasper Information


• Kicking Horse Information


• Fernie Information


• Kimberley Information


• Whistler Information


• Vancouver Information


• Calgary Information

In addition, we also provide summarised details on the services we offer:

• Ski Holidays Canada - Our discounted packages include: ski accommodation, lift passes, lessons, transfers, ski rentals and tours.


• Summer Holidays Canada - Let us plan your Rocky Mountain Holiday itinerary for you. We are a one-stop shop and will save you time and money.


• Train Holidays Canada - Travel across Canada on one of our train holidays with VIA rail.


• Rocky Mountaineer Holidays - This day-time only train will maximise your viewing experience.


• Motorcoach Holidays Canada - Relax and let someone else do the driving. Enjoy the views out of the big picture windows.


• Private SUV Holidays - Let our certified guide take you on a private tour.


• Self-Drive Holidays Canada - We do all the planning, you do the driving. Experience the freedom of driving yourself!


• Tours Canada - There are many day tours to add to your Rocky Mountain Holiday package, check out the selection!


• Cruise Holidays Alaska - A cruise of just 7-days out of Vancouver allows you to cruise up to Alaska through the inside passage.

We hope you enjoy our new website and please do not hesitate to contact us through Rocky Mountain Holidays to help plan your holiday in Canada, anytime of the year!

Any feedback on our site you may have can be posted here. Thanks for reading!

Airport Transfers to Banff and Whistler

Airport transfers are our recommended mode of transport especially in the winter season when the roads can be dangerous.

The prices for our scheduled services are very competitive and ski resorts are set up to cater for guests without cars. In fact, Banff was recently rated in the Top 10 'No Car Needed' Resorts by OnTheSnow.com. For those of you who have visited other Canada ski resorts, you will know that you can get by without a car. Whistler Blackcomb has a free village shuttle which operates in the early morning through to the early hours!

If the above doesn't convince you to catch our transfer services, direct from Calgary International Airport YYC and Vancouver International Airport YVR, then consider the following:

• It's safer. Most of you will have travelled on a flight for many hours to get here.
  
• It's faster. Let an experienced driver who knows the roads get you to your hotel. No need for directions and maps!
  
• It's cleaner. By taking the airport transfer with other guests, there is less pollution which means better for the environment!
  
• It's cheaper. No parking, gas (petrol) or insurance to pay for. Note that stone chips to a rental car are not always covered.
  
• It's more enjoyable. You spent the money to get here, enjoy the scenery out of the windows while the driver concentrates on the road.
  
• It's direct. Most airport shuttles are direct or have minimal stops. The ski shuttles get you to the ski hill sooner as they drop you off right at the base.
  
• It's easy. Jet lagged? No problem, our friendly drivers know where to take you!
  
• It's peace of mind. One less thing to worry about on your Canada ski holiday.
  

We also organise private transfers and charter services. For more information on our winter services, view the Calgary to Banff Transfer Schedule and the Vancouver to Whistler Transfer Schedule.

Contact rocky-peak Ski Holidays to book!

Heli-Hiking Canada

Heli-Hiking in the Canadian Rockies is a great way to see some backcountry under careful supervision of a qualified guide. I have written a bit about my recent Heli-Hike experience and included some photos for you to enjoy.

I went out last Tuesday, October 14, which is getting quite late for Heli-Hiking. As you can see by the pictures, there was already some snow. Once the snow really accumulates, you can take advantage of a Heli-Snowshoe tours which can also be booked through rocky-peak Ski Holidays.

The drive to the Helicopter start point is spectacular in itself as you have to drive along the magnificent Icefields Parkway from either Jasper, Banff or Lake Louise. The location makes this tour a great addition to many itineraries in Western Canada as it is right en-route and so minimises travel time.

Once you arrive at the Icefields Heliport, just outside of Banff National Park, you will be safety briefed, geared up, and then you board the helicopter.

The helicopter takes you into the backcountry where you can start your hike with the certified guide. Martha, the guide, was very knowledgeable and has the qualifications to back this up!

The walk in itself was easy, however, if you are a stronger hiker, slightly more challenging heli-hikes can be arranged. The home-made gourmet lunch was delicious and really satisfying. After a couple of hours of hiking, the guide will radio the helicopter pilot and you will be picked up. It really is that easy!

I hope you enjoy the photos and if you have any questions, please feel free to post here and I will do my best to answer them, or you can contact rocky-peak Holidays direct.

Do you like Yoga? Why not try a Heli-Yoga tour?!

Memorable hiking in the Canadian Rockies.

There are many photo opportunities!

The only things left behind: your footprints.

Nature surrounds you. Opportunites to see wildlife.

The guide knows the area better than anyone!

Scenic mountain streams.

Abraham Lake greets you on your return flight.

Banff Ice Hockey Tours

You don't have to be a sports fan to enjoy a NHL Ice hockey game! The Calgary Flames never disappoint! Support the Flames in the Calgary Saddledome and enjoy every action-packed moment!

Transport and ticket packages are available throughout the winter ski season from Lake Louise, Banff and Canmore from just CDN$100 per person.

A great night out for friends and family, be sure to take the Banff Ice Hockey Tour!

2008-2009
Calgary Flames NHL Hockey Schedule

Date	Opponent	Departs Banff	Game Time
OCT 11	Canucks	5.15 pm	8.00 PM
OCT 14	Avalanche	4.45 pm	7:30 PM
OCT 17	Oilers	4.15 pm	7.00 PM
OCT 21	Capitals	4.45 pm	7:30 PM
OCT 28	Avalanche	4.45 pm	7.30 PM
OCT 30	Bruins	4.15 pm	7.00 PM
NOV 4	Coyotes	5.15 pm	8.00 PM
NOV 6	Predators	4.45 pm	7.30 PM
NOV 11	Maple Leafs	4.45 pm	7:30 PM
NOV 18	Avalanche	4.45 pm	7.30 PM
NOV 22	Red Wings	5.15 pm	8.00 PM
NOV 25	Kings	4.45 pm	7.30 PM
NOV 29	Canucks	5.15 pm	8.00 PM
DEC 2	Stars	4.45 pm	7.30 PM
DEC 12	Panthers	4.15 pm	7.00 PM
DEC 19	Blackhawks	4.15 pm	7.00 PM
DEC 23	Ducks	4.15 pm	7.00 PM
DEC 27	Senators	5.15 pm	8.00 PM
DEC 29	Wild	4.15 pm	7.00 PM
DEC 31	Oilers	5.15 pm	8.00 PM
JAN 6	Sharks	5.15 pm	8.00 PM
JAN 8	Islanders	4.15 pm	7.00 PM
JAN 13	Blues	4.45 pm	7.30 PM
JAN 17	Coyotes	5.15 pm	8.00 PM
JAN 21	Blue Jackets	5.15 pm	8.00 PM
JAN 28	Sabres	3.15 pm	6.00 PM
JAN 30	Predators	4.15 pm	7.00 PM
FEB 5	Blackhawks	4.45 pm	7.30 PM
FEB 7	Ducks	10.15 am	1.00 PM
FEB 9	Canadiens	4.15 pm	7.00 PM
FEB 17	Canucks	4.45 pm	7.30 PM
FEB 24	Blue Jackets	4.15 pm	7.00 PM
FEB 27	Wild	4.15 pm	7.00 PM
MAR 1	Lightning	3.15 pm	6.00 PM
MAR 18	Stars	4.15 pm	7.00 PM
MAR 20	Blues	4.15 pm	7.00 PM
MAR 23	Red Wings	4.45 pm	7.30 PM
MAR 28	Wild	5.15 pm	8.00 PM
MAR 30	Sharks	4:45 pm	7.30 PM
APR 6	Kings	4.45 pm	7.30 PM
APR 11	Oilers	5:15 pm	8.00 PM

To book this tour, or for more information on Banff Ice Hockey Tours, contact rocky-peak Ski Holidays.

Banff Snowmobile Tours

You may think it is too early for us to post information about 2008-2009 Banff snowmobile tours while we are still experiencing temperatures in the mid-30s (in the 90s in Fahrenheit!), but we just wanted to let you know about our snowmobile tours out of Banff, Canmore and Lake Louise for this upcoming 2008-2009 winter season.

Banff snowmobile tours are a great way to experience the great Canadian Outdoors in the winter time!

This year, there are even more snowmobile tours for you to choose from, from full day family tours to high powered adrenaline tours, you will not be disappointed! There is no wonder that snowmobile tours in the winter months are one of our top most popular tours booked.

In addition to the regular day snowmobile tours, there are also overnight ski and snowmobile packages as well as two-day snowmobile accommodation packages.

Snowmobiling does book up especially over the holiday periods, so pre-booking is definately recommended to avoid disappointment.

Combine any snowmobile tour with a ski package put together by us and receive 10% OFF when pre-booked before November 15 2008.  This offer CAN be combined with any of the many ski specials we currently have!

Black Bear, Brown Cub Photo

This photo was taken a few days ago on the Bow Valley Parkway 1A just outside of Banff. It is a black bear, and the cub is also a black bear, just with a brown coloration. Black bears can be brown and brown bears are also called Grizzly Bears. Confused?

Let us organise your Banff wildlife safari and all this will be explained!

Ski Banff - Douglas Fir Resort

We are pleased to announce that we have finally added the Banff Douglas Fir Resort to our website. Although we do not list all our hotels on our site, we believe that the Banff Douglas Fir Resort is one of the best family accommodations in Banff and definitely worth considering.


Here are just some of the accommodations we offer at this resort hotel:

• Studio in Lodge Building
  
• One Bedroom Condo
  
• Loft in Lodge
  
• One Bedroom Loft Condo
  

The facilities for children and fantastic. They have two indoor waterslides and a new indoor playground. This indoor playground measures over two storeys in height and 28 feet in length and is Western Canada's largest hotel indoor playground. More details on this hotel can be found by clicking on the links below:

• Included Facilities and Services
  
• Room Amenities
  
• Waterslide and Pool
  
• Indoor Playground
  

We are also offering a "kids ski free" promotion as part of a ski package in Banff as well as additional early bird savings. This saving apply to Banff Norquay, Lake Louise and Sunshine Village ski resorts! Contact rocky-peak Ski Holidays now, for more information on the 2008/09 winter ski package promotions!

April 2008 - Banff-Lake Louise-Sunshine events

Tuesday April 1st 2008
Greek Night – Balkan visit www.banffbalkan.ca for more info
Beer Factor - Hoodoo 18+ only 10pm - late
Red Hot Karaoke - Wild Bills 18+ only 10pm - late

Wednesday April 2nd 2008
Wild West Wednesdays – Wild Bills 18+ only 8pm – Late

Thursday April 3rd 2008
Greek Night – Balkan visit www.banffbalkan.ca for more info
Final Hockey Night: Ottawa vs. Toronto - Elk & Oarsman 5:30pm

Saturday April 5th 2008
Suds plays on the Kokanee Deck - Lake Louise Mountain Resort

Sunday April 6th 2008
TV Rock - Aurora's 18+ only 9pm - Late

Monday April 7th 2008
Get Wild (Bake your own calzone)– Wild Flour Bakery 5pm – 6:30pm

Tuesday April 8th 2008
Greek Night – Balkan visit www.banffbalkan.ca for more info
Beer Factor - Hoodoo 18+ only 10pm - late
Red Hot Karaoke - Wild Bills 18+ only 10pm - late

Wednesday April 9th 2008
Wild West Wednesdays – Wild Bills 18+ only 8pm – Late
Ski Norquay Closed for the Day

Thursday April 10th 2008
Greek Night – Balkan visit www.banffbalkan.ca for more info
Ski Norquay Closed for the Day

Saturday April 12th 2008
End of Year Beach Party - Ski Norquay

Sunday April 13th 2008
Projected closing of Ski Norquay

Monday April 14th 2008
Get Wild (Bake your own calzone)– Wild Flour Bakery 5pm – 6:30pm

Tuesday April 15th 2008
Greek Night – Balkan visit www.banffbalkan.ca for more info
Beer Factor - Hoodoo 18+ only 10pm - late
Red Hot Karaoke - Wild Bills 18+ only 10pm - late

Wednesday April 16th 2008
Wild West Wednesdays – Wild Bills 18+ only 8pm – Late

Thursday April 17th 2008
Greek Night – Balkan visit www.banffbalkan.ca for more info

Friday April 18th 2008
Rob Bosinger Memorial Weekend - Sunshine Village

Saturday April 19th 2008
Rob Bosinger Memorial Weekend - Sunshine Village
Suds plays on the Kokanee Deck - Lake Louise Mountain Resort
Aaron Pritchett playing at Sunshine Village 2pm

Sunday April 20th 2008
Rob Bosinger Memorial Weekend - Sunshine Village
Aaron Pritchett playing at Sunshine Village 2pm

Monday April 21st 2008
Get Wild (Bake your own calzone)– Wild Flour Bakery 5pm – 6:30pm

Tuesday April 22nd 2008
Greek Night – Balkan visit www.banffbalkan.ca for more info
Beer Factor - Hoodoo 18+ only 10pm - late
Red Hot Karaoke - Wild Bills 18+ only 10pm - late

Wednesday April 23rd 2008
Wild West Wednesdays – Wild Bills 18+ only 8pm – Late

Thursday April 24th 2008
Greek Night – Balkan visit www.banffbalkan.ca for more info

Friday April 25th 2008
ANZAC Day

Saturday April 26th 2008
Spring Episode '08 - Lake Louise Mountain Resort
Kokanee Freeride - Lake Louise Mountain Resort
Coors Light Peak Party illScarlett playing - Sunshine Village

Sunday April 27th 2008
Spring Episode '08 - Lake Louise Mountain Resort
Coors Light Peak Party illScarlett playing - Sunshine Village
Projected closing of Lake Louise Mountain Resort

Monday April 28th 2008
Get Wild (Bake your own calzone)– Wild Flour Bakery 5pm – 6:30pm

Tuesday April 29th 2008
Greek Night – Balkan visit www.banffbalkan.ca for more info
Beer Factor - Hoodoo 18+ only 10pm - late
Red Hot Karaoke - Wild Bills 18+ only 10pm - late

Friday April 30th 2008
Wild West Wednesdays – Wild Bills 18+ only 8pm – Late

Banff Snowmobiling - Banff Snowmobile Tours

These tours offer guided snowmobile tours in the Canadian Rockies. You will be shuttled through the majestic Rockies from Canmore, Banff, and Lake Louise. The closest snowmobile operation is 84 minutes from Banff and 50 minutes from Lake Louise - they are located just west of Yoho National Park outside of the National Parks.

All the trips provide all the necessary winter gear, a new well maintained skidoo, a highly qualified guide, and a memory that will last forever!

Want more power? You can upgrade your 380cc Skidoo to a 550cc Skidoo for just a small amount extra.

There are other tours such as the High Power Private trip and for more experienced riders - the Extreme Tour!

The price is CDN$250 for a full day of action including ALL TAX, some insurance, a BBQ lunch and return transportation from Banff.

Include this tour as part of a ski package and save 10% with rocky-peak Holidays, offering ski holidays in Western Canada.

Banff listed as top Ski Getaway on Trip Advisor

Trip Advisor rating of Banff as number one within top ten list for Ski Getaways!
Here is the list or check out the Trip Advisor site::

1. Banff, Banff National Park

2. Vail, Colorado, United States

3. Zermatt, Valais, Swiss Alps

4. Whistler, British Columbia, Canada

5. Stowe, Vermont, United States

6. Mont Tremblant, Quebec, Canada

7. Jackson, Wyoming, United States

8. Chamonix, Haute-Savoie, Rhone-Alpes

9. Sun Valley, Idaho, United States

10. Cortina D'Ampezzo, Belluno, Veneto
Source: Trip Advisor site

Dog Sled Tours

We have been turning this blog into a Dog Sled Tour blog with our recent posts so sorry if you are not a dog fan! We are just excited about new dog sled tours and want to let you know about them!

We are pleased to announce that Dog Sled Tours are now available in the following ski resorts:

Banff Dog Sled Tours

Lake Louise Dog Sled Tours

Jasper Dog Sled Tours

Panorama Dog Sled Tours

Whistler Dog Sled Tours

Canmore Dog Sled Tours


If you do not want to pay booking fees, and want a one stop dog sled stop for your Ski Holiday package, then contact rocky-peak Ski Holidays.

Santa Claus is coming to Banff and Canmore!

Santa Claus is coming to town!

1) "Light up Canmore" on FRI Nov 23 2007 (tonight) from 6-8pm at the Civic Centre Plaza. There will be hayrides, hot dogs and hot chocolate to celebrate this annual event in Canmore.

2) "Parade of Lights" in Banff on SAT Nov 24 2007 at 7pm. Please note that Calgary has cancelled it's parade due to construction this year, so the turn-out in Banff is likely to be high.

The "Parade of Lights" in Banff will be preceded by "Christmas in the Rockies" which includes an afternoon of activities including Ginger Bread decorating!

3) Photo opportunities with Santa are from 2 to 6pm on SAT Nov 24 2007 in Banff. Just follow the reindeer tracks or the trail of cookie crumbs to find him!

Good luck with finding him!

NHL Ice Hockey Tours from Banff, Canmore, Lake Louise, Whistler & Squamish

The Calgary Flames beat the Minnesota Wild last night in a great NHL Ice Hockey Game. Tours to this Ice Hockey Game were available from Lake Louise, Banff and Canmore.

Ticket prices including transport from Banff and Canmore are $125 for Green seating, $110 for Black seating, and you can pay just $10 more for an enhanced ice hockey tour package! These rates apply to all our NHL Hockey games over the 2007/2008 winter season. For transport from Lake Louise, please inquire as there is a surcharge for pick-up.

What is an "enhanced" ice hockey tour?

The enhanced ice hockey tours include a fanatical hockey guide, a chance to win a prize by guessing the score and a souvenir puck!

Game Times and Tours Pick Up Times

Game times are typically at 7pm but can also be at 5pm, 6pm, 7pm, and 7:30pm. The full schedule including game times for the Calgary Flames in the Saddledome can be viewed at our Banff Ice Hockey Tours page. Pick-up times for the ice hockey tours are usually about 2 hours before the game time, so the regular pick-up time in Banff for a 7pm game time would be about 5pm and for Canmore, 5:15pm.

The Vancouver Canucks are taking on the Edmonton Oilers tonight which is set to be a high-paced game. Ice Hockey tickets to this game including transportation from Whistler or Squamish are still available. You can get to Vancouver Canucks games in Vancouver from Whistler and Squamish. See the Vancouver Canucks Hockey Tour schedule and pricing on the Whistler Ice Hockey Tours page.

To book Banff Ice Hockey Tours or Whistler Ice Hockey Tours, just contact rocky-peak Holidays to reserve.

Dog Sled Tours

Dog Sledding in the Canadian Rockies!



Banff dog sled tours , Lake Louise dog sled tours , Canmore dog sled tours and Panorama dog sled tours are a must for all dog lovers!

The dogs are passionate about what they do! On the longer tours you can give it a try yourself - make sure you have the anchor ready just in case you need to stop! Guides will assist you to give you a helping hand and you can just sit back and relax in your sleigh as you speed through the winter wonderland. Be sure to take your camera as these dogs like to have their photo taken!

Banff dog sled tours , Lake Louise dog sled tours , Canmore dog sled tours and Panorama dog sled tours have been timed so that you don't have to take a full day off skiing or you can add another tour such as snowmobiling to maximise your precious ski holiday time in one place. Now there are increased transfers from Banff, Canmore, Lake Louise and for 2008, dog sled tours out of Panorama, getting to the dogs has never been easier this winter 2008 ski season!



The best way to book is to contact rocky-peak Holidays direct and they will take care of everything.

Booking with rocky-peak Holidays also means you pay no booking fees!

Whistler Ice Hockey Tours

This season we are now offering Ice Hockey Tours so see the Vancouver Canucks play at GM Place in Vancouver.



The Ice Hockey Tours leave from Whistler and Squamish throughout the season and there is limited availability. Book early to avoid disappointment!

To book or enquire about Whistler Ice Hockey Tours or Banff Ice Hockey Tours, please visit rocky-peak Holidays and click on the Ice Hockey Tours link at the bottom of their page.

Banff Ice Hockey Tours

An NHL Ice Hockey Tour from Banff to Calgary to see the Calgary Flames is one tour out of Banff not to be missed! Ice Hockey is a real Canadian passion!

Not a sports fan? Not a problem! The whole game is an awesome experience of pure entertainment with pumping music to get you in the mood and an incredible atmosphere. This is real fun for all the family! You really don't have to be a sports fan to enjoy a NHL Ice Hockey game!

If you want to learn more about the game rules of hockey, let the onboard hockey guide tell you as much as you need to know! From Banff, the time to the famed Saddledome in Calgary is about 1.5 hours away. Enough time to quiz the guide! Most games start at 8pm, so usually the departure time is about 4pm from Banff.

The Calgary Flames never disappoint! When they score, you can feel the heat of the flames from the fire which shoots up in the centre of the arena. Keep an eye out for the maskot who bangs his drum and gets the crowds going!

Support the Flames in the Calgary Saddledome and enjoy every action-packed moment! If you are not an ice hockey fan, after this tour you will certainly want to go back for more!

For more information or to book, visit rocky-peak Holidays and click on their Ice Hockey Tours link at the bottom of their page.

GO FLAMES GO!

Banff Aspen Lodge - Renovations Update

The Banff Aspen Lodge is continually working to improve their facilities.

Presently they are building two new outdoor hot tubs scheduled to open in December, 2007.  Unfortunately their outdoor hot tub, steam room and sauna will be out of order until renovations are complete in mid-December.
 
Please note that this courtyard area in the Banff Aspen Lodge will tentatively be closed from September 24th – December 15th, 2007.  Work will take place Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm.

These are exciting renovations! The Banff Aspen Lodge is a great mid-range, downtown ski accommodation in Banff. Now you will have two hot tubs to choose from after a day on the slopes!

For ski holidays in Banff, the Canadian Rockies or Western Canada, contact rocky-peak Holidays.

Multiple ski bus pick-ups in Banff and Lake Louise!

As with previous years, there will be a ski bus from 11 Banff hotel pick-up locations for the upcoming 2007/2008 winter.

There was a concern that SkiBig3 were introducing one single stop in town, but due to new partnerships being made, multiple pick-ups will continue - great news for skiers and boarders!

Book your ski or snowboard vacation now!

It's Elk Calving Season

Visitors and residents should be aware that elk calving season is underway in Banff. Calving season usually extends from late May until late June, and is the time of year when people need to use extra caution near cow elk and their calves.

Cow elk favour the security of the Banff townsite during calving and can be especially aggressive towards people at this time. Elk calves are also a major attractant for predators such as grizzly bears. For this reason, Parks Canada steps up aversive conditioning efforts on elk during calving season to discourage them from using the townsite.

Please keep your distance from elk - you should stay at least three bus lengths away.

For photos of Elk, please visit rocky-peak Holiday's summer photo gallery by clicking on the link above.