United Vacations UK Ski 2009

Canada Hotels Resort Banff & Lake Louise The town of Banff is a charming collection of shops, restaurants, bars and clubs which perfectly compliment the incredible natural beauty of the Canadian Rockies. Within Banff National Park, there are three ski areas, offered on one lift ticket with complimentary motor coach transportation departing daily from all hotels: Banff @ Norquay – this is the smallest of the ski areas and it is popular with families and the locals. Sunshine Village - this resort is renowned for above the treeline skiing and the exceptional snow. Lake Louise – this is the largest ski area and offers stunning scenery of the Canadian Continental Divide. A suggested itinerary would include several nights stay in the Town of Banff with an additional couple nights stay at either Lake Louise or Sunshine Village where accommodations are set amongst unparalleled natural beauty. ? The Skiing Nestled in the heart of Canada’s majestic Rocky Mountains, Banff and Lake Louise promise memorable skiing and snowboarding amidst the world’s most awesome scenery and breathtaking slopes. Discover historic Banff National Park, mountain wildlife and endless powder and groomed runs. The area offers more than 7700 acres of skiable terrain on one convenient lift ticket, which includes frequent and worry-free shuttle transportation between area hotels and resorts. Less then ten minutes from Banff is Ski Banff @ Norquay, area very popular with families. Norquay is also home to the only public night skiing in the Rockies. Up the Valley is Sunshine Village, the highest resort in the Canadian Rockies, which provides plenty of challenging slopes for intermediate and advanced skiers. Families There are day care facilities at all resorts, but with its close proximity to Banff and a long history of attracting family groups, Ski Banff @ Norquay reminds a favourite for those with youngsters. Please note that pre-booking is advised for all facilities. Out & About Each resort area has plenty to offer. In Banff the choice of nightlife is a cut above your average ski resort, with options ranging from the theatre, to live folk music, up to the minute clubs and the latest cinema releases. Eating out is equally diverse and very international. As well as the superb steak houses, you’d expect from the Rockies, you’ll enjoy up to 11 ethnic cuisines and good value Pizza houses. Sunshine Village and Lake Louise cannot offer a nightlife experience, but there is a choice of dining options. Facts & figures Skiing: ? Location Banff: 81 miles from Calgary. Lake Louise: 115 miles from Calgary ? Ski Range 5,400ft – 8,954ft ? Average Annual Snowfall 144in ? Snowmaking Banff: 85% of runs Lake Louis: 40% of runs Ski Banff@Norquay: 190 acres ? Ski Trails Banff – 190 acres Ski Banff@Norquay, 31 runs Lake Louis 4,200 acres, 113 runs + back bowls Resort Easy Intermediate Experienced Banff@ Norquay 20% 36% 44% Lake Louise 25% 45% 30% ? Longest Trail Ski Banff @ Norquay 1167m Lake Louis 8 km (5 miles) ? No of lifts Ski Banff@Norquay 5 Lake Louise 12 ? Ski School Available for all levels ? Night Skiing Available on Friday in Ski Banff@Norquay ? Snowboarding all resorts offer snowboard parks and half pipes Other activities Ice skating, Curling, Ice Hockey, Sleigh ridding, Bowling Resort Transport Regular shuttles run to each of the resorts See your travel agent, visit www.unitedvacations.co.uk or call 0844 499 2229 31 http://www.unitedvacations.co.uk

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