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
29: Banff in November - What to Know About Shoulder Season
Banff in November (and late October) is the in-between season when the crowds are gone, prices drop, and you can experience the mountains at a slower pace. But it also comes with a few surprises: road closures, icy trails, and early winter conditions that can change fast.
In this episode, I share what’s really open in November, how to plan around closures, what to pack, and how to make the most of shoulder season.
Banff Travel Consultations
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More information on visiting in November
- Guide to Banff in November
- Banff Winter Packing List
- Walks / Hikes in the Banff Townsite
- Canmore Walking Trails
Winter Driving & Tire Information
- Parks Canada: Winter Driving on the Icefields Parkway
- Alberta 511 – Road Reports & Closures
- Understanding Tire Types (All-Season vs All-Weather vs Winter)
Winter Skating & Ice Safety
- Parks Canada: Skating in Banff National Park
- Canadian Red Cross: Ice Safety – Know When It’s Safe to Play
Conditions & Weather
Don’t forget to check out the free guides and planning tools on travelbanffcanada.com and banfftravelplanning.com.
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