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Inside Background
Health & Safety 
In terms of risk of crime or disease, Lake Louise is an extraordinarily safe...
Last edited: 17 July 2006
History 
         Lake Louise was formed by melting glaciers.
Last edited: 23 July 2007
Recommended Reading 
Many visitors find it helpful to supplement the planning of their trip with...
Last edited: 07 July 2006
Tourist Board Info 
Official Site of Banff Lake Louise Tourism Travel Alberta Canada - Home of the...
Last edited: 18 December 2006
Weather & When to Go 
Winter is a very popular time to go to Lake Louise but visitors are warned that...
Last edited: 07 July 2006
Canadian Rockies 
Lake Louise is a village in Banff National Park , and Banff National Park, in...
Last edited: 25 August 2006
Services 
The village of Lake Louise offers the following services: accommodations...
Last edited: 30 August 2006
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Arriving   By Plane from Calgary Although it is 195 km (120 miles) from Lake...
Last edited: 18 December 2006
Getting Around 
Lake Louise visitors will probably find that getting around the area is best...
Last edited: 29 August 2006
Public Transportation 
Unfortunately, public transportation is not a widely used travel option in Lake...
Last edited: 06 July 2006
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Rental cars are widely used by Lake Louise travelers.  The main reason for this...
Last edited: 07 July 2006
Driving Times 
Sometimes it’s hard to estimate driving time by just looking at a...
Last edited: 02 September 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Events & Festivals 
Many people head to Lake Louise to take advantage of the excellent ski season...
Last edited: 16 November 2007
Museums & Attractions 
Many things to do and see around Lake Louise in the Banff National Park of...
Last edited: 18 December 2006
Nightlife 
Lake Louise is known as a daytime destination.  Most travelers heading to the...
Last edited: 07 July 2006
Sports & Activities 
Lake Louise is a hikers paradise!  Absolutely do NOT forget your camera! For a...
Last edited: 15 February 2006
Lake Agnes Teahouse Hike 
The Lake Agnes Teahouse hike is one of the most popular hikes in the Lake...
Last edited: 07 August 2009
Plain of Six Glaciers 
This is not an easy hike.  It is definitely worth the effort.  It is about  5.5...
Last edited: 24 September 2009
Kingmik Dog Sled Tours 
Kingmik offers dog sled trips ranging from a 30 minutes introductory ride to...
Last edited: 06 October 2009
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
One great dining spot in the Banff/Lake Louise area is at the Post Hotel Dining...
Last edited: 10 May 2007
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Inside Canada: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Coins/Notes  Canada has both paper money and coins.  There are currently six...
Last edited: 08 November 2009
Crossing the Border 
You can no longer cross the Canada-U.S. border using only a driver's licence...
Last edited: 21 July 2009
Emergencies 
 In case of all fire, police or medical emergencies, call 911 to contact help...
Last edited: 27 May 2006
Important Phrases 
French and English are the official languages of Canada and are most commonly...
Last edited: 31 August 2009
Telephones 
Telephones in Canada work exactly like telephones in the USA, and similarly to...
Last edited: 26 August 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping Gratuities are seldom included in Canadian restaurants.  It is...
Last edited: 21 November 2009
Canadian Cuisine 
Canada is a country of immigrants. With the exception of the Aboriginal...
Last edited: 29 May 2007
DWI or DUI - Driving convictions 
Thinking about traveling to Canada? You'd better reconsider if you have been...
Last edited: 08 October 2008
Electricity 
Canada's electrical supply and electrical outlets (sockets, wall plugs) are the...
Last edited: 25 August 2006
Fuel Prices 
In Canada the price of gasoline (petrol) is expressed in Canadian dollars per...
Last edited: 21 December 2008
Holidays in Canada 
Canada's Statutory Holidays  While there are a number of holidays in Canada...
Last edited: 20 January 2009
Metric System 
Canada officially uses the metric system of measurement.  Online Conversion...
Last edited: 08 August 2009
Rental Cars 
A car is often the only way to reach the picturesque landscapes for which...
Last edited: 09 November 2009
Taxes 
Goods and Services Tax (GST) This federal tax of 5% is added to almost every...
Last edited: 08 December 2008
Where Should I Go in Canada ? 
Canada is a huge country.  It is; approximately 9,984,670 sq. km / 3,855,103 sq...
Last edited: 08 August 2009
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