Banff is located just over an hour drive away from Calgary, Alberta. There are three mountains to ski on in the area; Norquay, Sunshine and Lake Louise. Each ski hill is within a one hour drive from Banff. There are several Banff golf courses but the most famous golf course is Kananaskis and the Fairmont Banff Springs course. Whether you are looking for summer or winter sports or just a Banff holiday, there is generally vacancy and travel deals in Banff to take advantage of.

Below is a list of available Banff deals as well as my top 4 favorite luxury hotels.

1. Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel: If you stay 4 nights, you will only pay for 3 nights. You will also get an additional $100 Food and Beverage Credit if you book by November 16, 2009. Stay at the famous Fairmont Banff Springs for your next vacation and enjoy free nights!

2. Rimrock: Rated 5 Stars and the only four diamond restaurant in Banff. Great for great for kids because it is located right across the street from Banff hot springs and they have an ice rink for their guests over the winter period. 20% off all stays after December 23, 2009 must be booked by Nov 15, 2009.

3. Fox Hotel: If you are looking for a moderately priced Banff holiday then I would highly recommend the Fox Hotel. This Banff accommodation is modern and very nice for romantic getaways or a winter family vacation. This is one of the few hotels in Banff that offer two bedroom suites.

4. Hidden Ridge. This property is located in Tunnel Mountain and is a great options for those seeking a relatively inexpensive vacation for the whole family. The suites at this property are very spacious and come with fantastic ammenities such as private balconies, large flat screen televisions, full kitchens and wood fireplaces. As well, many tour operators will offer discounts on activities and lift tickets if you book Banff hotel packages with them. This is a great way to go, in my opinion, as the lift tickets are valid for any of the three mountains in the area.

There are many winter activities to do in Banff. One activity that is gaining tons of interest from travelers the dog sledding. This is an experience that is quite unique to Canada. It takes you into the backcountry of Alberta, with a dog team in tact, to allow you to experience a traditional Canadian outback adventure. Other popular activities during the winter are snowmobiling, heli skiing, ice climbing, ice walks, ice fishing and the occasional sleigh ride.

There are also plenty of things to do in Banff in the summer. Banff is truly a golfers paradise. Aside from that, there is whitewater rafting, ziptreking and fantastic fishing. You can also experience Banffs nature trips where you can see wildlife such as grizzly bears, wolves, eagles, ram, and mountain lions.

Banff is a fantastic resort in all four seasons and you really cannot go wrong with selecting it as your travel destination. Personally, I have yet to experience everything Banff has to offer, however I certainly have done most of it and can give you some fair insight. No matter what you ultimately choose, you will be impressed with the diversity of what Banff has to offer.

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