We are on our way back to Vancouver after a wonderful few days in Banff. Our route this morning has been quite lovely with clear blue skies.
The mountains were gentler with y’all trees and lush green landscaping and little snow. But as we grew closer to Vancouver snow-capped mountains began to appear!
There were also waterfalls flowing from the mountaintops.
Mountains around Vancouver were still covered in snow. I believe one of them might be Whistler, a local ski mountain.
Another little tunnel.
Finally, we arrived in Vancouver. We are staying at the Fairmont Pacific Rim directly across the street from the cruise port. It’s a very nice hotel. We were going to try the hot tub but it looked stormy.
So we went to the gym and then relaxed for a bit—the view from our room.
I had sushi for lunch and dinner. I can never go wrong with that. We hung out in the lobby restaurant and listened to music and people-watched.
So a few pointers about driving the Trans Canada Highway. It’s very scenic. It’s a 10-hour drive. Traffic around Vancouver is heavy but most of the trip traffic was good. Make sure you have enough gas as you get closer to Banff. There is an area of about 50 miles where finding gas could pose a problem.
There are no tolls which is great! Coming from Vancouver Revelstoke is more like 70% of the drive. If you have the time spend two nights there. Stay in Banff at least 3 nights but 5 would be optimal. There is a lot to do!
Our stay at Hidden Ranch was good. The bus practically stopped at our door. But there are many places right in town.
Go to Lake Louise. And maybe visit after June 1st so the snow on the lakeshore is melted, and the colors are brilliant.
But definitely, this area is a bucket list place!
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