
The Banff Travel Podcast
The Banff Travel Podcast is your go-to resource for planning a stress-free trip to Banff National Park. Hosted by local expert Celine Brewer, each episode delivers practical advice, local insights, and answers to your biggest Banff questions.
Episodes
19 episodes
Episode 19: Visiting Banff in August? Here's what to expect?
August in Banff National Park means turquoise lakes, long summer days, dry trails, and endless opportunities for adventure. This episode will help you make the most of your time and avoid common mistakes.What You’ll Learn:Wha...
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19:41

Episode 18: How to Save Money on Your Trip to Banff
In this episode, Celine Brewer, your local Banff trip planning expert, shares how you can experience all the jaw-dropping beauty of Banff without blowing your budget. Whether you’re visiting with family, traveling solo, or planning a romantic e...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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11:05

Episode 17: Best Rainy Day Activities in Banff
In this episode of The Banff Travel Podcast, host Celine Brewer shares why a rainy day in Banff might just be the best thing that happens to your trip. As a local who’s weathered it all, she walks you through the best ways to enjoy Ban...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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8:57

Episode 16: The Best Easy Hikes in Banff National Park
In this episode, Celine shares her go-to list of the best easy hikes in Banff National Park. These trails deliver incredible views without a full-day effort. Whether you're travelling with kids, grandparents, or just want a low-key day in natur...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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10:28

Episode 15: Visiting Banff in July? Here's what to expect?
July is one of the most popular and most beautiful times to visit Banff National Park. In this episode, local expert Celine Brewer breaks down exactly what you can expect if you’re visiting in July, including what’s open, what to pack, how to b...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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9:37

Episode 14: Mistakes People Make When Visiting Banff (and How to Avoid Them)
Even the most well-researched Banff trip can go sideways if you fall into one of the common planning traps. In this episode of The Banff Travel Podcast, Celine Brewer walks you through the real-world mistakes travelers make every single week, f...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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10:07

Episode 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 ho...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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14:11

Episode 12: Exploring the Bow Valley Parkway & Johnston Canyon in Banff National Park
The Bow Valley Parkway isn’t just a scenic drive. In this episode, Celine shares everything you need to know about exploring this iconic stretch of road between Banff and Lake Louise, including tips for visiting Johnston Canyon, cycling the par...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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14:41

Episode 11: Visiting Banff in June? Here's what to expect!
In this episode, Celine shares what you really need to know about travelling to Banff in June, from changing trail conditions to which lakes have thawed, and what’s open (or still snow-covered).You’ll get a local’s take on:<...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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13:46

Episode 10: How Much Time Do You Need at Lake Louise & Moraine Lake?
Lake Louise and Moraine Lake are two of the most iconic (and most visited) places in Banff National Park. But once you've figured out how to get there, the next big question is: how long do you actually need at each lake?In this...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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14:46

Episode 9: Do You NEED to Rent a Car for Travel to Banff?
Do you really need to rent a car to visit Banff National Park? The answer isn’t so simple. In this episode, Celine breaks down when a car is worth it, when it’s not, and how to make the most of Banff without one.In thi...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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15:07

Episode 8: How to Pack for Banff (What You Really Need)
In this episode, Celine shares exactly what to pack for your trip to Banff, whether you're coming in spring, summer, fall, or winter. From unpredictable mountain weather to trail conditions and wildlife safety, this is the practical, local advi...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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14:04

Episode 7: Which Banff Gondola is Right For You?
In this episode, Celine breaks down one of the most scenic and effortless ways to soak in Banff’s epic mountain views: gondolas and chairlifts. Whether you’re hoping to ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain, spot bears from above at Lake L...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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13:38

Episode 6: Visiting Banff in May? Here's what to expect!
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 t...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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13:44

Episode 5: Should You Visit Moraine Lake at Sunrise?
In this episode, Celine shares everything you need to know about one of Banff’s most iconic (and debated) experiences—catching sunrise at Moraine Lake. You’ll get an honest look at what sunrise is really like, how to decide if it’s worth...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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11:10

Episode 4: When Is the Best Time to Visit Banff National Park?
In this episode, Celine tackles one of the biggest questions travelers have when planning a Banff trip: When is the best time to visit? Spoiler: it depends on what you want from your trip—but by th...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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13:48

Episode 3: Which Moraine Lake Shuttle Should You Take?
In this episode, Celine dives into one of the most common planning questions she gets: How do you get to Moraine Lake now that personal vehicles are banned? With years of experience helping travelers figure out this exact thing—through...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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13:24

Episode 2: Visiting Banff in April? Here's what to expect!
Planning to visit Banff in April? Join host Celine Brewer, a Canmore local and co-founder of Banff Travel Planning and Travel Banff Canada, as she shares what it’s really like to experience the Canadian Rockies during this often-overlooked shou...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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12:22

Episode 1: Welcome to The Banff Travel Podcast
Welcome to The Banff Travel Podcast, where host Celine Brewer, a local Canmore resident and co-founder of Banff Travel Planning and Travel Banff Canada, helps you plan an unforgettable trip to Banff National Park.In this very fi...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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