Ski Banff & Lake Louise, Canada Feb. 21-28, 2009 Come join us in the beautiful Canadian Rockies for a fantastic winter vacation you’ll long remember. Ski for 5 days at world-class areas and stay seven nights at the luxurious Castle of the Rockies, the fabulous Fairmont 4-star Banff Springs Hotel. Located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, activities include skiing, ice-skating, dog sledding, snow-shoeing, heli-skiing, outdoor heated pool, hot tubs, spas, superb dining and more. Trip Price Includes All of the Following: Round-trip air BOS to Calgary; Deluxe motor coach transfers from Calgary airport direct to hotel; Seven nights accommodations at the Banff Springs (Double Occupancy); 5 day tri-area lift ticket at Banff Mt. Norquay, Sunshine Village, and Lake Louise; Welcome party upon arrival in Banff, with resort area briefing; Three fabulous group meals; Daily Ski Shuttle Bus from hotel to ski areas; Baggage tags and travel packets for all participants; All resort taxes and park entrance fees. Price ONLY $1,890 or $1,620 without 5-day lift pass. For more information, contact Pam at (603) 968-7353 or [email protected]; or Norm Michaels at (603) 659-5689 or [email protected]. Few hotels in the world can rival the majesty, hospitality and scenery of The Banff Springs. Its unique blend of opulence and seclusion has been a symbol of Rocky Mountain magnificence for more than a century. Styled after a Scottish baronial castle, The Banff Springs offers stunning vistas, unparalleled skiing, classic cuisine and Willow Stream, a world class European-style spa. Experience timeless beauty and luxurious comfort in a pristine wilderness. Your 5-day interchangeable lift ticket and free transfers to Sunshine Village, Lake Louise or Norquay ski areas provide more than 7,558 acres and 200-plus trails for skiers and snowboarders of any ability. From wide-open bowls and tree- The outdoor whirlpool at the lined glades covered with champagne powder to meticulously groomed slopes and Banff Springs Hotel state-of-the-art snowmaking, visitors enjoy unspoiled scenery and short lift lines. Cross-country skiers will glide along heavenly ski paths in our mountain wilderness. You'll discover several trails located within walking distance from The Fairmont Banff Springs, including the popular Spray Loop. Nearby trails in Banff National Park offer some the finest cross-country trails in North America. There are 40+ miles of groomed trails at Lake Louise, or ski on trails used in the 1988 Olympics at the Nordic Centre Provincial Park in Canmore, a short ride from Banff. Trip includes; Round trip air Boston to Calgary, deluxe motor coach transfers, 3 fabulous group meals, welcome party on arrival, pre- and post-trip parties and daily ski shuttle buses. The Banff-Lake Louise ski trip has something for everyone. Your experienced trip leaders, Pam Charon and Norm Michaels, have been to Banff and Lake Louise before and know the area. The price of this trip is $1,890 with the 5-day ski pass or $1,620 without the ski pass. For more information, contact Pam at (603) 968-7353 or [email protected]; or Norm Michaels at (603) 659-5689 or [email protected]. Located in Banff National Park, the town of Banff sits along the raging Bow River in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. A comfortable gondola ride up the side of the mountain puts nature and snow enthusiasts in clear and safe view of the grizzly bears, elk and bighorn sheep that make their home in the spectacular alpine forests. In town, local museums keep the rich history alive and specialty boutiques line the main street. Just a 10- minute walk or a brief shuttle bus ride away, the town has more than 150 bars, restaurants and nightlife spots plus shopping and activities of all kinds. http://www.discoverbanff.com/ http://www.banff.com/tours/index.htm http://www.discoverbanff.com/RestaurantsBars/ http://www.banff.com/banffnightlife/index.htm As morning dawns over the eastern slopes of the Canadian Rockies, you'll face the toughest decision of the day. Which mountain to conquer? Sunshine Village ski area is located on the Continental Divide creating a vast bowl of deep snow with an average of 30 ft. of powder from November to May - the longest ski season in Canada. Accessed via high speed 8-person gondola from the parking lot to the ski lifts, the area has a vertical rise of 3,514 ft. from its base elevation of 5,440 ft. Five high-speed quad-chair lifts whisk you to 107 runs, Expert 10%; Advanced 20%; Intermediate 50%; and Novice 20%. The cumulative length of runs is approximately 52 miles. http://www.skibanff.com/conditions/snow_report.php Lake Louise ski area is one of Canada's largest, with a 3,250-ft. vertical drop, spread over four mountain faces. With over 4,200 skiable acres, 113 named runs and 4 mountain faces to choose from, this alpine terrain offers the perfect variety for all abilities. Every chair lift has both an easy and a more difficult way down, allowing everyone from novice to expert to enjoy and explore the whole mountain, including the famed back bowls. The area has a base elevation of 5,400 feet. Terrain is Advanced 30%; Intermediate: 45%; and Novice: 25%. The longest run is 5 miles and the cumulative length of runs is over 62 miles. A high-speed gondola, a 6-person chair lift, 3 quad-chair lifts and more will keep you skiing. http://www.skilouise.com/conditions/mountain-cam.aspx Banff's Mount Norquay, located only minutes from downtown Banff, offers a wide range of ski terrain. Mount Norquay has 90% snowmaking capacity and offers some of the best grooming in the Rockies. It has 25 runs, with Expert 16%; Advanced 28%; Intermediate 45%; and Novice 11%. Vertical is 1,650 ft. from its base elevation of 5,350 ft. http://www.banffnorquay.com/index.html Price ONLY $1,890 or $1,620 without 5-day lift pass. Trip leaders: Pamela Charon Tel: 603-968-7353 [email protected] Norman Michaels Tel: 603-659-5689 [email protected] .