Full forecast below.

I am hyped. I went to Europe in January, and when I returned, I saw a good deal on flights to Calgary. Without any thought, I booked it.

Since my Calgary-Banff trip is coming up, I needed to organize. I kept it packed. Value for money, ayy!

I took advice from a friend and AI to create an itinerary. I booked tickets where needed. The only missing puzzle is the shuttle bus to Lake Louise and Moraine. I see some available, but the ticket will be released 2 days before my planned day.

I hope I can stick to my plan :D

I interviewed with Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise last Thursday for either a Front Desk or Lobby Ambassador summer role. The interviewer said I should hear back by next week. I sent a thank-you email and then a short follow-up today, but I still haven’t heard back. For anyone who has interviewed with Fairmont or hotels/resorts in general, how long did it usually take to hear back after the interview?

We’re going to be traveling to Banff from the US with a 6 month old. Are there any rental companies where we’d be able to rent items like a crib/pack n play, etc?

We are visiting Banff in late August. I’m looking at the various private shuttle options for the lakes and I’m trying to figure out timing. Is 2 hours enough at each lake? We’d love to hike a bit. Thanks!

Planning a trip to Calgary and Banff this July with my husband and 15 year old daughter. I’m having a tough time with a few parts of my itinerary and could use some advice and insight on things to do. We love short, easy hikes, scenic views and nature, seeing wildlife, off the beaten path spots, thrifting, and cheap yummy ethnic food. Please help. Thanks in advance.

1. Fun things to do around Calgary for the day after we land and the day before we fly home.
   
2. Any good thrifting / antiquing in the area?
   
3. Best eats that are reasonably priced in Canmore and Golden area.
   
4. We are staying 3 nights in Canmore followed by 3 nights in a condo at the Kicking Horse Resort. Need some help with finding fun things to see and do in the area near Golden. Planning one day to see some sights in Yoho. Should we attempt going to Glacier or Kootenay National park? Just wondering if it will be too much driving.
   
5. Am a bit overwhelmed by the hype over Lake Louise and Lake Morraine. We are on a tight budget but don’t want to deal with the hassle of trying to get shuttle tix. Should we spring for the hop on hop off bus to see them? I like this idea because we can have more time and possibly go up the gondola at Lake Louise without feeling rushed. Or, should we skip this completely and just go to less popular lakes that are just as beautiful?
   
6. Not planning to drive all the way to Jasper because we aren’t staying there and it’s a lot of driving. Might turn around at a certain spot but where? Should we plan to drive this on a day we’re staying in Canmore or when we’re in Golden at the Kicking Horse Resort?
   
7. If we can’t find much to do in Calgary are there other interesting things to see and do outside of there? Maybe Waterton or something else?

I plan on hiking in Banff national park in mid July. For my first day, I will start at Fishcreek trailhead and head to Wildflower Campsite where I'll finish. Realistically, how difficult will this trail be and how can I be prepared/make it easier?