Banff and the Canadian Rockies are one of the country′s most popular destinations, drawing more visitors each year. Filled with inspiring sight–seeing opportunities and recreational activities, this destination offers something for everyone. Pamper yourself at a luxury or day spa, soak in the hot springs, and breathe the fresh alpine air. Looking for adventure? Try whitewater rafting, walking on a glacier, dog sledding, or climbing a Rocky Mountain peak. Discover one of Banff′s western saloons, or enjoy a live performance at the Banff Centre. Shop at designer boutiques and discover the history of the region at one of several museums or historical landmarks. Frommer′s Banff & the Canadian Rockies Day by Day will guide readers through their multitude of choices quickly and with an insider′s knowledge of the one–of–a–kind experiences that abound. With hundreds of color photos, dozens of annotated maps and walking tours, hiking guides, thematic tours for every taste and star–rated advice on where to eat, stay, camp, shop, and have fun, this book is a must have for any visit to the Rockies.
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25 Self–guided Tours. 32 Maps. One Great Trip. At last, a travel guide that tells you how to see the best of everything—in the smartest, most time–efficient way. The best of Banff & the Canadian Rockies in three days, one week, or two weeks Thematic tours that visit the region′s most scenic roads and towns Driving tours for every interest, schedule, and taste Hundreds of evocative color photos Bulleted maps that show you how to get from place to place Hotels, restaurants, shopping, and nightlife for all budgets A tear–resistant foldout map —enclosed in a handy plastic wallet you can also use for tickets and souvenirs Find travel news & deals, expert advice,and connect with fellow travelers at Frommers.com
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Christie Pashby has written for Frommer′s for nearly a decade, contributing to titles including Frommer′s Argentina, Frommer′s Chile, and Frommer′s Best Hiking Trips in British Columbia. She divides her time between the Canadian Rockies and Bariloche, Argentina. A freelance journalist and translator, she also somehow finds the time to run a small guiding business with her husband, and cram in two ski seasons a year. Her website is www.patagonialiving.com.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By Cat_kelly1
Format:Paperback
This book is brilliant! Bought on a complete whim but followed it to the letter when driving around the area! It became our travelling bible and the recommendations of places to go and places to eat were fabulous. We only ate in places recommended by the book and we honestly did not have a single bad meal they were all amazing.
Definitely buy this book if you are doing a whistle stop tour as it takes the stress out of researching where to go and what to do. Soooooooo much better than the Lonely Planet which I actually left in a hostel at our first stop as it was useless in comparison!
Definitely buy this book if you are doing a whistle stop tour as it takes the stress out of researching where to go and what to do. Soooooooo much better than the Lonely Planet which I actually left in a hostel at our first stop as it was useless in comparison!
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
By Natalie
Format:Paperback
Finally booking our honeymoon (after almost two years!) prompted me to try and find a handy-sized, comprehensive guide so we could cram as much as possible into our 6 days in Banff and the Rockies and take it with us. If you want a lightweight, concise and well written book that streamlines the masses of activities and experiences available in this area into the ones you really shouldn't miss - this is your guide.
I have looked at many guide books for this area of Canada and this one is the best one I have come across yet. I especially like the little sections that draw from the author's own favourite moments from Sunday Brunch at the Fairmont Lake Louise to taking the gondola to the summit of Suphur Mountain. There are also strategies to see as much as you can in as little as 3 days in which there are maps, all the best places to go, sightseeing opportunities and recommended places to eat and sleep. This is expanded into the best in 1 week, 2 weeks and the best full day tours. There are also information packed pages on Banff, the Rockies, Jasper, Lake Louise and Calgary that again offer up the best in hotels, restaurants and activities. Particularly helpful for new visitors to Canada is the Savvy Traveller section in the back that covers all things from getting around, climate, tipping, currency and important contact numbers - this book should prove invaluable.
One of the most informative guides I have come across in such a small, neat package (and including a tear-resistant fold-up map of the area in a pocket on the back cover!) - in so many books of this size much of the important information is missed out to cram in photographs or simply just gloss over the main attractions. This book is very much like the saying, 'all the best things come in small packages.'
I have looked at many guide books for this area of Canada and this one is the best one I have come across yet. I especially like the little sections that draw from the author's own favourite moments from Sunday Brunch at the Fairmont Lake Louise to taking the gondola to the summit of Suphur Mountain. There are also strategies to see as much as you can in as little as 3 days in which there are maps, all the best places to go, sightseeing opportunities and recommended places to eat and sleep. This is expanded into the best in 1 week, 2 weeks and the best full day tours. There are also information packed pages on Banff, the Rockies, Jasper, Lake Louise and Calgary that again offer up the best in hotels, restaurants and activities. Particularly helpful for new visitors to Canada is the Savvy Traveller section in the back that covers all things from getting around, climate, tipping, currency and important contact numbers - this book should prove invaluable.
One of the most informative guides I have come across in such a small, neat package (and including a tear-resistant fold-up map of the area in a pocket on the back cover!) - in so many books of this size much of the important information is missed out to cram in photographs or simply just gloss over the main attractions. This book is very much like the saying, 'all the best things come in small packages.'
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By C. Collinson
Format:Paperback
An excellent book which we used as the basis for working out the itinerary for our 2 week trip. It is so good to find a book which offers suggestions for such a variety of things to see and do - which are, in reality, worth it. The bonus for us was knowing in advance how much time we should allow for different parts of our trip - so that we could make the most of every day. Although we bought a second book on the Rockies we never really used it.
On the basis of this experience we will certainly use Frommers books for our trips in the future.
On the basis of this experience we will certainly use Frommers books for our trips in the future.
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Very good
Excellent guide focussed on this specific area. Easy one to bring everywhere with you with great mapping and suggested routes.
Published 1 month ago by Ted Brooks
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Excellent guide
Have used this extensively to plan a fly/drive holiday to the Canadian Rockies - lots of useful tips and suggestions in here.
Published 5 months ago by P. Motley
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travel guide
Frommer's Banff & the Canadian Rockies Day by Day (Frommer's Day by Day - Pocket)this guide is mainly for people driving round the area and is of limited use if you don't have a... Read more
Published 7 months ago by catlover
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frommers banff and the canadian rockies
Excellent guide to the rockies. Withoout it we would have probably missed quite a bit on our visit. It also had some excellent maps. Great pocket size to carry around as well. Read more
Published 13 months ago by snowleaf
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Canada Holiday
Probably the best travel guide to the Rockies you will ever buy, having purchased several other books on the guide to the rockies,this book is written in text you can really... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Hill536
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Ready for the Rockies
Just what we needed - an upto date guide for the main resort areas that did not expect you to ski or snowboard at every stop. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Ca Stuart
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Banff & Rockies
Straightforward and informative read with good referrals to websites covering activities, restaurants, nightlife etc. Read more
Published 14 months ago by C. Sloan
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