- Okay, that was awesome.
You'll just have to experience it yourself.
Hey everyone, gunnarolla here,
and today we're exploring Banff National Park,
the oldest and probably most well-known
national park in Canada.
There's so much to see and to here, and this video,
we're highlighting things to do
when you're on a trip for two.
These are 10 Date Spots to check out in Banff National Park.
- We just got to Alberta, we're heading to Banff right now.
And already, we're mesmerized.
- The town of Banff has everything you'd need
in a resort town, boutiques, souvenir shops and restaurants.
If you're driving, make sure to use their parking app
for real-time updates.
You'll also find various accommodations in town,
and for this visit, we're staying at Moose Hotel & Suites,
a new upscale four-star property
that provides a warm and relaxing getaway,
just a few blocks away from downtown Banff.
Okay, gotta get to our room through the outside.
I love it already.
Look, we could just sleep in the hallway here.
I would be happy with that.
The hotel features traditional rooms
and suites that have kitchenettes
and everything you'd need for a comfortable stay.
There's also an indoor pool, two roof-top outdoor pools,
and for further pampering, there's Meadow Spa.
Alright, changed in the robe.
This is a towel robe.
The is like the most luxurious thing
I've ever put on my body.
Meadow Spa and Pools offers a full range of services,
and access to a private outdoor hot pool.
If you're interested in learning more
about how Canada's national parks came to be,
the Cave and Basin National Historic Site
is the perfect place to start.
Various trails and boardwalks guide you
through the hot springs and mountains
that form the birthplace of Canada's first national park.
And you can also visit Canada's first hotel.
Alright, made it to Banff's first hotel.
This is the site.
I booked us a room, let's head in.
As you can see, it's a very spacious lobby.
And if you're willing to jump down that hole,
hot springs await.
There are too many spots in Banff to take in views
and enjoy a picnic lunch, but our favourite is Two Jack Lake.
You've got water, a perfect view of the mountains,
and of course, some friendly wildlife.
Depending on the season, you can also hike, fish, dive,
and camp on one of the secluded camp sites.
For a casual dining experience, check out Coyotes,
serving healthy, creative cuisine with a southwestern flair.
Or for something more upscale and decadent,
visit the Juniper Hotel Bistro,
tucked away just a few minutes from downtown.
The view and the menu here are sure to impress,
from squid to duck to Alberta beef,
its high-quality handcrafted cuisine,
made from scratch with a menu that changes seasonally.
Truly one of the best dining experiences
you can have in Banff.
Sulphur Mountain overlooks the town of Banff,
and while some may choose to hike it,
we are taking the gondola.
Alright, we're headed up Sulphur Mountain on our gondola.
(light playful music)
With boardwalks and observation decks
at an elevation of over 2,000 meters,
Sulphur Mountain is the perfect spot
to take in the incredible beauty of the Rocky Mountains.
You can also get some knowledge
at the Above Banff interpretive Centre,
which also houses two spots to eat,
the Northern Lights Cafe for more casual fare,
and Sky Bistro, a sanctuary in the sky.
The menu features the unique flavors of Canada,
with regionally-sourced local meats,
produce and ingredients.
And one of the best views in town.
We got our photo.
Can we see our photo?
That was really super fun.
Spent a lot more time there then I thought we would,
but there was just so much to see,
and then the restaurant was awesome.
Let's go relax.
After an afternoon of exploration,
wind down at Cedar & Sage,
a massage therapy and relaxation spa
hidden away in downtown Banff.
It's actually Banff's only holistic lounge,
and in addition to a wide range of treatments,
they offer nutrition consultations,
yoga classes, and a juice bar.
Okay, we're in the room.
I'm getting a massage today.
I don't know how compelling that'll be for you to watch,
but I'm setting up the camera here,
and we'll see what happens.
No one needs to see that, let's move on.
You can't make a visit to Banff
without making a stop into Lake Louise,
one of the most iconic locations in Canada.
So we saw the mountains from above.
Now we're gonna see the mountains from below.
Here we are.
Oh my gosh.
So it's all frozen over here.
This is normally a turquoise blue.
Still a stunning view of the two mountains there.
Lots of fun photo ideas and it's not too busy right now.
- [Woman] Come early.
- Come early, yeah, because this is a pretty popular spot.
It's like one of the most iconic ones.
Block Kitchen & Bar serves up a tapas menu
inspired by Asian and Mediterranean flavors,
as well as some pretty cool cocktails.
It's a very intimate space with limited seating,
so you'll want to make sure
that you book a table in advance.
Make sure to try the bison, and bring your appetite
because the portions are pretty big, even to share.
Let's eat, let's eat, let's eat.
So those are just some of the date spots to check out
in Banff National Park, but there are obviously a ton more.
In the comments below, let us know your favourite spots,
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A la prochaine.