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
13: How to Create Your Banff Itinerary
In this episode, Celine breaks down how to take that long list of must-sees and turn it into a realistic, stress-free Banff itinerary that flows smoothly, without the overwhelm.
Whether you're coming for three days or ten, you'll learn how to group your activities by area, avoid common mistakes like backtracking and overbooking, and balance your trip with big adventures and slower-paced moments.
Celine shares her local insight on how planning your itinerary changes based on your travel style and how to build flexibility into your trip with built-in Plan Bs and time buffers.
What you'll get in this episode:
- How to organize your ideas and set up a simple itinerary planning system
- What to consider based on your travel style
- How to group hikes, drives, and sightseeing efficiently
- What to book ahead and when to leave space for spontaneity
- How to adapt your itinerary for 1-day, 3-day, or 7-day trips
Celine also shares a few favorite resources to help you plan, including her free Banff Travel Planner and downloadable itineraries built specifically for hiking trips, car-free travel, and Banff–Jasper road trips.
Things to do in Banff for Non-Hikers
Grab the free downloads:
Check out the pre-built Banff Itineraries here
If you’re feeling stuck in the planning stage or just want to be sure you’re making the most of your days in Banff, this episode will help you move from scattered ideas to a smooth plan.
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