Western Canada

Western Canada
Canadian tourism is often aimed at the mature aged traveller, however in 2006, I was out to prove that a younger traveller could enjoy Canada on a budget. I headed to Canada to explore the nature beauty the country has to offer. I loved it so much that I travelled back in 2010 for further exploration.

Spending a couple of days exploring the great city of Vancouver in British Columbia, I instantly fell in love with the beauty of it all, the city right at the harbor’s edge and the snow covered mountains in the distance. As I sat watching the world go by, sipping my coffee, I wondered what my journey would bring.

Capilano Suspension Bridge, Vancouver BC

Vancouver is the perfect launching point to explore other parts of Western Canada. I spent most of my time in British Columbia where the natural wonders were jaw dropping, inspirational and utterly amazing. Every corner you turn, everywhere you look is another incredible photo opportunity.

After enjoying some of the best of British Colombia, it was time to venture beyond Vancouver and look over the mountains to The Rockies and the towns of Banff and Lake Louise. Famous for its natural beauty, Lake Louise did not disappoint.



Lake Louise

This area offers pristine wilderness, friendly locals and inquisitive animals – but watch out for bears!



"Cooler" the friendly bear!

Travelling south, the township of Banff did not disappoint. Surrounded by snowcapped mountains, great food offerings and many tourist attractions, there was no time to spare. I explored the surrounding areas, before heading north, along the Icefield Parkway (the most scenic highway in the world) to the town of Jasper.

View along the Icefield Parkway

Jasper is my favorite town in Western Canada, as it is surrounded by enormous snowcapped mountains (year round), the locals are extremely friendly, the “vibe” in the town is welcoming, and activities are plentiful.

The strangest thing I found throughout Canada, was that the best coffee was actually from a laundromat. It’s amazing just how much washing you can have, especially if it’s an excuse to have a good coffee.

Meandering back to Vancouver via the Okanagon Valley and Whislter, the scenery kept on impressing and inspiring.

These are just a sample of the photos I have of British Columbia, but I hope you enjoy these photos as much as I enjoyed my trip.

Have you been to Western Canada?? Where was your favourite place?