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Inside Background
Health & Safety 
In terms of risk of crime or disease, Lake Louise is an extraordinarily safe...
Last edited: July 17, 2006
History 
         Lake Louise was formed by melting glaciers.
Last edited: July 23, 2007
Recommended Reading 
Many visitors find it helpful to supplement the planning of their trip with...
Last edited: July 07, 2006
Tourist Board Info 
Official Site of Banff Lake Louise Tourism Travel Alberta Canada - Home of the...
Last edited: December 18, 2006
Weather & When to Go 
Winter is a very popular time to go to Lake Louise but visitors are warned that...
Last edited: July 07, 2006
Canadian Rockies 
Lake Louise is a village in Banff National Park , and Banff National Park, in...
Last edited: August 25, 2006
Services 
The village of Lake Louise offers the following services: accommodations...
Last edited: August 30, 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: December 18, 2006
Getting Around 
Lake Louise visitors will probably find that getting around the area is best...
Last edited: August 29, 2006
Public Transportation 
Unfortunately, public transportation is not a widely used travel option in Lake...
Last edited: July 06, 2006
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Rental cars are widely used by Lake Louise travelers.  The main reason for this...
Last edited: July 07, 2006
Driving Times 
Sometimes it’s hard to estimate driving time by just looking at a...
Last edited: September 02, 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: November 16, 2007
Museums & Attractions 
Many things to do and see around Lake Louise in the Banff National Park of...
Last edited: December 18, 2006
Nightlife 
Lake Louise is known as a daytime destination.  Most travelers heading to the...
Last edited: July 07, 2006
Sports & Activities 
Lake Louise is a hikers paradise!  Absolutely do NOT forget your camera! For a...
Last edited: February 15, 2006
Lake Agnes Teahouse Hike 
The Lake Agnes Teahouse hike is one of the most popular hikes in the Lake...
Last edited: August 17, 2008
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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: May 10, 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: August 18, 2008
Crossing the Border 
Crossing the border is usually quick and painless, but these days many...
Last edited: September 03, 2008
Emergencies 
 In case of all fire, police or medical emergencies, call 911 to contact help...
Last edited: May 27, 2006
Important Phrases 
French and English are the official languages of Canada and are most commonly...
Last edited: September 24, 2008
Telephones 
Telephones in Canada work exactly like telephones in the USA, and similarly to...
Last edited: August 26, 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping Gratuities are seldom included in Canadian restaurants.  It is...
Last edited: September 10, 2008
Canadian Cuisine 
Canada is a country of immigrants. With the exception of the Aboriginal...
Last edited: May 29, 2007
DWI or DUI - Driving convictions 
Thinking about traveling to Canada? You'd better reconsider if you have been...
Last edited: October 08, 2008
Electricity 
Canada's electrical supply and electrical outlets (sockets, wall plugs) are the...
Last edited: August 25, 2006
Enter from USA by Land/Sea: No Passport 
Currently (October 9, 2007), if you are traveling to Canada from the United...
Last edited: December 02, 2007
Fuel Prices 
In Canada the price of gasoline (petrol) is expressed in Canadian dollars per...
Last edited: August 21, 2008
Holidays in Canada 
Canada's Statutory Holidays  While there are a number of holidays in Canada...
Last edited: August 01, 2008
Metric System 
Canada officially uses the metric system of measurement.  Online Conversion...
Last edited: March 28, 2008
Rental Cars 
The following car rental companies have locations at most major airports: Alamo...
Last edited: April 28, 2008
Taxes 
Goods and Services Tax (GST) This federal tax of 5% (lowered from 7% to 6% on...
Last edited: August 11, 2008
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