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Banff Travel Podcast

Banff Travel Podcast

Written by: Celine Brewer
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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?

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Episodes
  • 44: When Do Banff Lakes Thaw? Timeline for Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Minnewanka, and Peyto

    44: When Do Banff Lakes Thaw? Timeline for Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Minnewanka, and Peyto
    Jan 22 2026

    Wondering when the lakes thaw in Banff National Park and whether Lake Louise and Moraine Lake will actually be blue when you visit? In this episode, Banff travel planning expert Celine Brewer breaks down the typical spring thaw timeline for the most popular lakes and what you can realistically expect in late April, May, and June.

    You’ll also hear real examples from spring conditions around Banff, plus quick tips for checking current lake conditions before your trip so you can plan your day visiting Lake Louise and Moraine Lake.

    Save your seat in my Live Banff Trip Planning Workshop!

    Support the Podcast

    Send in your questions here!

    Don’t forget to check out the free guides and planning tools on travelbanffcanada.com and banfftravelplanning.com.

    Facebook Community: Travel to Banff, Lake Louise, Canmore & Kananaskis

    Follow me on Instagram: @travelbanffcanada

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    12 mins
  • 43: Driving in Banff for First Timers: Road Conditions, Mountain Highways, and Where Cell Service Drops

    43: Driving in Banff for First Timers: Road Conditions, Mountain Highways, and Where Cell Service Drops
    Jan 15 2026

    Worried about driving in Banff or the Canadian Rockies, especially if you are travelling solo? You are not alone. The good news is that most routes around Banff are on well-maintained paved highways, but there are a few key things to know about mountain driving, weather, wildlife, and cell service.

    In this episode, Banff travel planning expert Celine Brewer explains what the roads are really like including the Trans-Canada Highway, the drive to Lake Louise, the Icefields Parkway, and other common scenic routes. You will learn what feels “easy,” what feels more remote, where you should plan to be offline, and how to prep so you can drive with confidence and enjoy the views.

    Save your seat in my Live Banff Trip Planning Workshop!

    Support the Podcast

    Send in your questions here!

    Don’t forget to check out the free guides and planning tools on travelbanffcanada.com and banfftravelplanning.com.

    Facebook Community: Travel to Banff, Lake Louise, Canmore & Kananaskis

    Follow me on Instagram: @travelbanffcanada

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    22 mins
  • 42: Banff Park Pass Explained - National Park Fees, Kananaskis Pass & Free Days

    42: Banff Park Pass Explained - National Park Fees, Kananaskis Pass & Free Days
    Jan 8 2026

    Confused about which park pass you need for Banff? In this episode, Celine breaks down the different passes for Banff, Jasper, Yoho, and Kootenay National Parks, plus the Kananaskis Conservation Pass for Canmore and K-Country. You’ll learn when you need a daily Parks Canada pass vs a Discovery Pass, how the Kananaskis pass works, what’s covered (and what isn’t), and how upcoming free admission days fit into your Banff trip planning.

    Banff Park Pass Guide

    Buy Park Pass online here or here

    Buy Kananaskis Conservation Pass

    Save your seat in my Live Banff Trip Planning Workshop!

    Support the Podcast

    Send in your questions here!

    Don’t forget to check out the free guides and planning tools on travelbanffcanada.com and banfftravelplanning.com.

    Facebook Community: Travel to Banff, Lake Louise, Canmore & Kananaskis

    Follow me on Instagram: @travelbanffcanada

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    11 mins
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