Banff Travel Podcast
Celine Brewer is a local Banff travel expert who helps visitors plan unforgettable trips to Banff National Park and the Canadian Rockies. She specializes in creating stress-free itineraries and sharing insider tips for exploring Banff, Lake Louise, Canmore/Kananaskis and other nearby national parks like Jasper National Park, Yoho National Park, and Kootenay National Park.
This show will deliver practical travel advice about how to plan, experience, and make the most of your Canadian Rockies vacation. If you are looking for Banff travel tips from a local expert who lives in the Canadian Rockies, then you are in the right place.
This podcast will provide valuable insights for first-time visitors, families, adventure travellers, photographers, and anyone planning a trip to Banff, Jasper, Lake Louise, and the Canadian Rockies.
If you want to learn how to create the perfect Banff itinerary and discover the best of the Canadian Rockies, you are in the right place!
This show will provide answers to questions like:
- Which one is better, Banff or Jasper?
- Is it worth visiting Kootenay National Park?
- What is special about Yoho National Park?
- Is it worth going to Kananaskis?
- What is the best month to go to Banff?
- Is it better to stay at Banff or Lake Louise?
- Where to stay in Banff if you don't have a car?
- How many days are needed to visit Banff?
- What are the best hikes in Banff for different skill levels?
- How do I avoid crowds at popular Banff spots?
Banff Travel Podcast
6: Visiting Banff in May? Here's what to expect!
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Planning a trip to Banff in May? In this episode, Celine dives into what it’s really like to visit Banff in May. May is a shoulder season month full of potential, unpredictability, and surprisingly great experiences (if you know what to expect).
While it’s not quite summer, the snow is melting, trails are drying out, wildlife is active, and the crowds haven’t arrived yet. For travellers more into sightseeing than alpine hikes, it can be one of the best times to visit.
In this episode:
- What’s open, what’s still closed, and what starts to thaw in May
- The best things to do in Banff in May, from biking and gondolas to waterfalls and scenic drives
- What to include in your Banff itinerary in May
- Honest advice on packing, weather, and managing expectations
- A listener Q&A on which park passes are required for Banff and Kananaskis
Whether you’re planning a spring getaway or wondering if May is too early, this episode will help you decide if Banff in May is right for your style of travel and how to make the most of it if it is.
Other Resources Mentioned in this episode:
- Cycling Bow Valley Parkway
- Cycling Legacy Trail
- Banff Red Chairs
- Banff Town Walks & Hikes
- Canmore Walking Trails
- Scenic Drives Around Banff
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