The title of this post not only applies to life in general, but it also applies to the subject of the post: the Columbia Ice Fields in Banff, Alberta, Canada. One of the few remaining glaciers in North America, this precious resource of Mother Nature is – literally – breathtaking. We’ve done it, and the sites, the sheer magnitude and how small you feel in relation to it will always be indelibly in your memory. Trust us: we’ve been all over the world, and this is is unforgettable. But, watch your step – they’re slowly melting away, so treat them with care. (The tour guides will make sure that you do.)
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Budget: $$$
Typical Prices – Hotel: $250, Flights $800, Car $200, Tour $300
When to go: Spring
Family friendly: 4 of 5 stars
Public transportation: 3 of 5 stars (car required)
Main languages: English. French
English speaking: 5 of 5 stars
LGBTQ+ Equality Index rank: 90 / 100
In addition to the icefields themselves, you can travel around to a surprising variety of unique stops nearby. You won’t believe how much there actually is to do. Not too distant Banff is another must-see.
The Royal Tyrrell Museum is breathtaking. Millions of years of oil fields have preserved the dinosaurs.
Rent a car and explore the hoodoos. Hoodoos take millions of years to form and stand 5 to 7 meters tall. Each hoodoo is a sandstone pillar resting on a thick base of shale that is capped by a large stone. Stunning!
Here you go – a typical, comfy Canadian hotel – the Jasper Inn & Suites. Click here to book.
Treat yourself. Air Canada always provide a pleasant journey. Click here to book.
It’s North America. You’ll need a car. Thrifty is Canada’s rental source. Click here to book.