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?
Episodes
79 episodes
79: What Makes a Banff Hike Worth It?
What makes a Banff hike worth doing? In this more personal episode, Celine Brewer shares how she thinks about hiking in Banff and the Canadian Rockies, and why her idea of a worthwhile hike may be different from someone who only wants huge moun...
78: The Best Banff Viewpoints - Without a Big Hike!
Looking for the best Banff viewpoints without doing a big hike? In this episode, Celine Brewer shares some of her favourite viewpoints around Banff National Park, starting with places that require little or no hiking and then moving into a few ...
77: Where to see Fall Colours around Banff Without The Hiking
You don’t need to hike deep into the mountains to enjoy fall colours around Banff. In this episode, Celine Brewer shares some of the easiest places to enjoy fall colours around Banff, Canmore and Kananaskis, with a focus on beautiful aspen scen...
76: Do You Need to Get Up Early in Banff? The Best Times to Visit Popular Banff Places
Wondering what time of day is best to visit Banff’s most popular places? In this episode, Celine Brewer shares practical advice for planning around crowds in Banff, including when it’s worth getting an early start, when later in the day can wor...
75: 18 Beautiful Walks in Banff When You Don’t Want a Long Hike
Looking for the best walks in Banff National Park that still deliver incredible mountain scenery? In this episode, Celine Brewer shares 18 beautiful walks in Banff National Park for travellers who don’t want to tackle a long hike, including lak...
74: Banff in September - 5 Questions I Get Asked All the Time
Coming to Banff in September? Will it snow? Are Lake Louise and Moraine Lake still turquoise? Is it really less crowded? And when exactly do the larches turn yellow?In this episode, Celine Brewer (your Banff Travel Planning expert...
73: Wildfire Smoke in Banff – Should You Cancel Your Trip?
In this episode of The Banff Travel Podcast, Celine Brewer talks about wildfire smoke in Banff National Park and one of the biggest questions travellers have during summer: should you cancel your trip if the forecast looks smoky? She shares wha...
72: Best Water Activities Around Banff (Canoeing, Paddleboarding, Rafting & More)
Looking to get out on the water during your Banff vacation?In this episode, Celine Brewer shares some of the best water activities around Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper, Yoho, Kananaskis, and the Canadian Rockies. From iconic canoe rentals a...
71: Exploring Banff by E-Bike with Bikescape
Looking for a fun and unique way to experience Banff beyond the usual sightseeing stops?In this episode, Celine Brewer sits down with Clare, founder and owner of Bikescape, to talk about why exploring Banff by e-bike is one of the best w...
70: Moraine Lake Shuttles Explained - How to Choose the Best Option
Trying to figure out how to get to Moraine Lake? You're not alone.This is a refreshed and updated version of one of the most popular episodes of The Banff Travel Podcast.Instead of comparing every shuttle company and departure tim...
69: Forest Bathing in Banff - A Different Way to Experience the Canadian Rockies
When planning a trip to Banff and Canmore, it's easy to get caught up trying to see everything. But what if one of the best experiences wasn't about seeing more, but slowing down and connecting with nature?In this episode, Celine Brewer ...
68: How Much Time Should You Spend at Lake Louise & Moraine Lake?
One of the most common questions I hear from travellers planning a trip to Banff National Park is:"How much time do I actually need at Lake Louise and Moraine Lake?"This is a fully updated version of one of the most popular...
67: Canmore Cave Tours - Inside Canmore's Hidden Underground World
Did you know one of the most unique adventure experiences in the Canadian Rockies happens entirely underground?In this episode, Celine Brewer chats with Adam Walker, owner of Canmore Cave Tours, about exploring Rat's Nest Cave, one of Ca...
66: Another Banff Travel Consultation
In this real Banff travel consultation, Celine Brewer helps first-time visitors sort through their Banff itinerary and make their trip feel more realistic. They discuss how to balance Banff, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Yoho National Park, the Ic...
65: Banff Food Tour - You Shouldn't Miss!
Banff is known for its incredible mountain scenery, but it also has a thriving food scene that many visitors overlook.In this episode, I sit down with Joanna from Nibble Tours to talk about Banff's restaurants, food tours, and how visito...
64: Best Waterfalls Near Banff National Park
Banff may be best known for turquoise lakes and mountain views, but there are still some excellent waterfalls worth adding to your itinerary.In this episode, Celine Brewer shares waterfalls near Banff that are either easy to add to a tri...
63: Listen in on a Banff Travel Consultation
In this episode, Celine Brewer shares another real Banff itinerary review from a 30-minute travel consultation.This traveller already had a thoughtful plan for a relaxed Banff trip with easy walks, scenic viewpoints, good meals, drinks, ...
62: Big Beehive vs Little Beehive
Trying to decide whether to add Big Beehive or Little Beehive to your Lake Agnes Tea House hike?In this episode, Celine Brewer compares both options so you can choose the best fit for your Lake Louise hiking day. Little Beehive is the sh...
61: Banff & Jasper with Kids: From Toddlers to Teens
Planning a family trip to Banff or Jasper and trying to figure out what is actually worth doing with kids? In this episode, Celine Brewer shares how to plan the right Canadian Rockies trip for your family, whether you’re travelling with babies,...
60: Visiting Banff & Jasper with a Dog
In this episode, I’m sharing what you need to know before bringing your dog to Banff National Park, Jasper National Park, Canmore and the surrounding area. Banff is a very dog-friendly place in many ways, but there are important rules, trail re...
59: Lake Agnes vs Plain of Six Glaciers - Which Lake Louise Tea House Hike Should You Choose?
Trying to choose between the Lake Agnes Tea House hike and the Plain of Six Glaciers Tea House hike at Lake Louise?In this episode, Celine Brewer compares these two classic Lake Louise hikes from a local perspective, including distance, ...
58: Real Banff Travel Questions Answered
Planning a trip to Banff can get overwhelming fast. You start with Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, then suddenly you’re trying to figure out shuttles, Jasper, the Icefields Parkway, hikes, restaurants, weather, crowds, and whether you’re trying t...
57: Kananaskis - Why You Should Visit This Area!
In this episode, I’m sharing what Kananaskis actually is, why it’s worth a full day of your trip, the best hikes for different ability levels, biking options, and an easy one-day itinerary to help you make the most of your time there. We also c...
56: Didn’t Get the Moraine Lake Shuttle You Wanted? Here’s What to Do
Didn’t get the Moraine Lake shuttle you wanted? In this episode of The Banff Travel Podcast, Celine Brewer walks you through exactly what to do next.She covers the best backup options if you missed out on Parks Canada, what to do if you ...
55: A Real Banff Travel Consultation: 3-Day Banff Itinerary for First-Time Visitors
What does a Banff itinerary look like when you only have 2.5 to 3 days and you want to see the highlights without overplanning? In this episode, Celine Brewer shares a real Banff travel consultation with an American couple in their 60s planning...