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Where to stay, where to eat, recommended shops,
visitor attractions, and getting there and away, as featured
in the TV series Globe Trekker: Western
Canada.
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Tourist Boards
Canadian Tourist Board
Canadian High Commission
38 Grosvenor Street
London, W1K 4AA
Saskatchewan
State Tourism Canada
1922 Park Street
Regina, Saskatchewan
S4P 3VP, Canada
Alberta
State Tourism Canada
760, 999 8 Street SW
Calgary, Alberta
T2R 1J5, Canada
Calgary
Tourism Canada
200 238 11 Avenue SE
Calgary, Alberta,
T2G 0XB, Canada
Edmonton
Canada
9797 Jasper Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta
T5J 1N9, Canada
Jasper
Tourism Canada
and
Jasper
National Park
PO Box 98
409 Patricia Street
Jasper, Alberta,
T0E 1W0, Canada
British
Columbia UK
3rd floor, British Columbia House
3 Regent Street
London, SW1Y 4NS
Tourism
Vancouver Canada
The Greater Vancouver Convention & Visitors Bureau
Suite 210 200 Burrard Street
Vancouver
British Columbia, V6C 3L6, Canada
Tourism
Whistler Canada
4010 Whistler Way
Whistler
British Columbia, V0N 1B4, Canada
Yukon
State Canada
Marketing Branch
PO Box 2703
Whitehorse
Yukon
Y1A 2C6, Canada
Picture yourself in the land of the midnight sun, in the shadow
of Canada's highest mountains, in temperatures of up to 30C
in summer. This is the Yukon. The gateway city of Whitehorse
is only a two-hour flight from Vancouver. With every
activity - canoeing, rafting, horseback riding, hiking, mountain
biking, or fishing, and wildlife too - grizzly bears, moose
and dall sheep, tens of thousands of caribou and majestic
bald eagles amongst other species - you can have a truly "wild"
holiday in the Yukon. But the Yukon is not just for those
searching for the wilderness. Visit Dawson City, home
of the Great Gold Rush where 100,000 travelled to the gold
fields near Dawson to seek their fortune. Visitors today can
pan for gold, or try to win their fortune at Diamond Tooth
Gerties Casino, and soak up the character of a true Gold
Rush town. Top off a Yukon holiday at a deluxe log-cabin rustic
inn for true Yukon luxury.
Klondike
Visitors Associations Canada
PO Box 389
Dawson City
Yukon
Y0B 1G0, Canada
National Parks & Parks Canada
Communications and Tourism
Banff National Park of Canada
PO Box 900
Banff
Alberta
T1L 1K2, Canada
Travel
Airlines
The National Airline is Air Canada, which provides
a scheduled and chartered service directly to 21 Canadian
cities. Air Canada mainline operates on average 630
scheduled flights each day, and serves approximaTelephoney
21 million scheduled and charter customers annually. Air Canada
together with its regional airline subsidiary, Air Canada
Jazz, provides scheduled and charter air transportation
for passengers and cargo to more than 150 destinations, vacation
packages to over 90 destinations, as well as maintenance,
ground handling and training services to other airlines.
Air Canada has been ranked as the world's safest airline in
an independent analysis by air safety consultants of more
than 500 airlines using ten management and environment criteria.
Website: www.aircanada.ca
Trains
Via Rail
Canada
1150 Station Street
Suite 300
Vancouver, B.C
V6A 4C7
Telephone: 1 888 VIARAIL (1 888 842 7245)
Travel across Canada in comfort and style, take Via Rail's
The Canadian.
Car hire
Budget Saskatchewan
Budget Car and Truck Rentals
801 45th Street West
Saskatoon, SK
S7L 5X2
Telephone: 306 244 7925
Tours
Saskatchewan
Waskesiu
Lake Marina Adventure Centre
PO Box 123
Waskesiu Lake, Saskatchewan
S0J 2Y0, Canada
Telephoneephone: 306 663 1999
Fax: 306 663 4005
For any kind of trip on the lakes in Prince Albert National
Park, contact Waskesiu Lake Marina Tours who have
many years of experience in adventure trip planning.
The
Tunnels of Moose Jaw
18 Main Street North
Moose Jaw
Saskatchewan
S6H 3J6, Canada
Telephoneephone: 306 693 7273
Fax: 306 693 7275
To experience some of the history of Moose Jaw, take these
two interactive theatrical tours: 'The Chicago Connection'
and 'Passage to Fortune'.
Alberta
Calgary
Stampede
1410 Olympic Way SE
Calgary, Alberta
T2P 2K8
Telephoneephone: 403 261 0366
Fax: 403 261 0299
Toll Free: 1 800 661 1767
One of the 50 things to do before you die, the greatest outdoor
show on earth!
Read the full Calgary Stampede
article
Athabasca Glacier
Telephone: 780 852 3803/877 423 7433
Reservations at the Columbia Icefield Centre
Or Jasper Adventure Centre
Chaba Theatre, 604 Connaught Drive
Jasper
Telephone: 852 5595 or 1 800 565 7547
Jasper
Tramway
Contact: Todd Noble (Sales & Marketing)
Box 418
Jasper, Alberta
T0E 1E0, Canada
Telephone: 780 852 3093
Fax: 780 852 5779
Toll Free: 1 866 850 8726 (TRAM)
For incredible views of Jasper Townside and the surrounding
area.
Miette
Hot Springs
Contact: Jill Hughes
PO Box 2579
Jasper, Alberta
T0E 1E0, Canda
Telephone: 780 866 2233
Fax: 780 866 2112
For relaxation with the mountains as a stunning backdrop.
Peregrine
Helicopters
Contact: John Saunders/Brad Armstrong
Box 6478 Hinton
Alberta, T7V 1X6, Canada
Telephone: 780 865 3353
Fax: 780 817 5503
For custom made packages and mountain Heli Tours in the spectacular
Rocky Mountains.
Alberta
Ziptrek
Ecotours
PO Box 734
Whistler
British Columbia
V0N 1B0, Canada
Telephone: 604 935 0001
Fax: 604 935 4101
Toll Free: 866 935 0001
Experience the exhilaration of flying as you glide along
steel ziplines suspended high above the breathtaking white
water river that divides Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains.
Mountain
Biking
Whistler Blackcomb Mountains
Whistler, BC, Canada
Telephone: 604 932 3434
Toll free: 1 866 218 9690
For the ultimate mountain biking experience, check out some
of the best downhill anywhere in the world.
Simplicity Sailing Charters
Harbour Cruises Marina
North foot of Denman Street
Vancouver
British Columbia
Telephone: 604 765 0074
Fax: 604 929 6345
You must see Vancouver from the water. For the perfect day
out, contact Simplicity Sailing.
Yukon
Yukon
Wings Ltd/Yukon River Cruises
68 Miles Canyon Road
Whitehorse, Yukon
Y1A 6L4, Canada
Telephone: 867 668 4716
Fax: 867 633 5574
Take to the skies in style in one of their float planes to
sample Canada's true north.
Tatsenshini
Expediting
1602 Alder Street
Whitehorse
Yukon
Y1A 3W8, Canada
Telephone: 867 633 2742
Fax: 867 633 6184
For the ultimate rafting trip. With over 30 years of experience,
take a day trip or a tour of up to 10 days.
Uncommon
Journeys Ltd
PO Box 20621
Whitehorse, Yukon
Y1A 7A2
Telephone: 867 668 2255
Fax: 867 668 2254
For incredible adventures in the Yukon by dogsled and canoe.
Nahanni
River Adventures
PO Box 31203
Whitehorse
Yukon
Y1A 5P7
Telephone: 867 668 3180
Fax: 867 668 3056
Eco River expeditions with over two decades of experience.
Heli Dynamics Ltd
PO Box 4
Whitehorse, Yukon
Y1A 5X9
Telephone: 867 668 3536
Fax: 867 668 5637
Email: helidyn *at* internorth.com
Take to the air!
Where to Stay
Saskatchewan
The Delta Bessborough Hotel
601 Spadina Crescent East
Saskatoon
Saskatchewan
S7K 3G8
Telephone: 306 244 5521
Fax: 306 653 2458
Toll Free: 1 877 814 7706
For a great place to stay and experience architectural history,
visit the 'Castle on the Hill', one of Saskatoon's great landmarks.
The
Radisson Saskatchewan
Radisson Plaza Hotel Saskatchewan
2125 Victoria Avenue
Regina
Saskatchewan
S4P 0S3
Toll Free: 1 800 333 3333
An elegant hotel that makes a fantastic place to get out and
Saskatchewan's capital city.
Alberta
The
Fantasyland Hotel
17700 87 Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta
T5T 4V4
Telephone: 780 444 3000
Fax: 780 444 5238
Toll Free: 1 800 RESERVE
Canada's most popular hotel with incredible themed rooms.
Delta
Bow Valley Hotel
209 4th Avenue S.E.
Calgary, Alberta
T2G 0C6
Telephone: 403 266 1980
Fax: 403 205 5460
Toll Free: 1 877 814 7706
An excellent hotel, located at the gateway to downtown Calgary.
Fairmont
Hotel, Lake Louise
111 Lake Louise Drive
Lake Louise
Alberta
T0L 1E0, Canada
Telephone: 403 522 3511
Fax: 403 522 3834
Spectacular in both summer and winter, one of the jewels in
Fairmont's crown.
Jasper Park Lodge
Old Lodge Road
Jasper
Alberta
T0E 1W0, Canada
Surrounded by snow capped peaks and sparkling lakes, nestled
in the Canadian Rockies, enjoy log cabins and rustic elegance
in peace, tranquility and natural beauty.
British Columbia
Pacific
Palisades Hotel
1277 Robson Street (corner of Jervis and Robson)
Vancouver, BC
V6E 1C4
Telephone: 604 688 0461
Fax: 604 891 5104
Toll Free telephone: 1 800 663 1815
Located on trendy Robson Street in downtown Vancouver, the
Pacific Palisades hotel's South Beach inspired décor
reflects a fun, hip, refreshing attitude towards hospitality.
With the hotel's highly personalized service for both the
business and leisure traveler alike, the hotel provides a
unique yet comfortable environment in the heart of Vancouver's
shopping district. Highly recommended.
Westin Resort and Spa
The Westin Resort & Spa
4090 Whistler Way
Whistler, British Columbia
V0N 1B4, CANADA
Telephone: 604 905 5000
Fax: 604 905 5640
Toll free: 1 888 634 5577
With Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains in its backyard and
the driving range in the front, The Westin Resort and Spa
is perfectly located for Whistler's summer and winter adventures.
Considered one of the most comprehensive saps in Canada, the
Avello Spa and Health Club features over 25 spa treatments,
an indoorand outdoor pool, and eucalyptus steam room. Listed
as one of Travel and Leisure magazine's 100 Great Places
To Stay, this is one of Whistler's very best hotels. Located
at the foot of the Garbanzo chair lift.
Yukon
Bombay
Peggy's Inn & Pub
P.O. Box 411
Dawson City
Yukon
Y0B 1G0
Telephone: 867 993 6969
Fax: 867 993 6199
An absolute treat, if you go to Dawson, there is only one
place to stay. But with only 10 rooms, you'll have to book
early. Try the Lipstick Room, as featured in Globe Trekker,
or perhaps the Purple Palace.
High Country Inn
4051 4th Avenue
Whitehorse
Yukon
Y1A 1H1, Canada
Telephone: 1 800 554 4471 (toll free within Canada & U.S.)
Telephone: 1 867 667 4471 (outside Canada & U.S.)
Located in the heart of the Yukon, the High Country Inn lets
you embrace the Northern frontier's legendary spirit without
compromising comfort
Where to Eat
Saskatchewan
John's
Prime Rib House
401 21st Street East
Saskatoon
Sasatchewan
S7K 0C5
Telephone: 306 244 6384
Fax: 306 244 5171
Serving Saskatoon's finest food for 30 years. The best steaks
in town.
Alberta
Ranchman's
Bar
9615 Macleod Trail South
Calgary, Alberta
T2J 0P6, Canada
Telephone: 403 253 1100
Fax: 403 259 5447
The one and only true Cowboy Bar in Calgary.
Buzzards
Restaurant
40 10 Avenue S.W.
Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2R 0A3
Telephone: 403 264 6959
Fax: 403 266 6630
A lively restaurant with cowboy cuisine in downtown Calgary,
home to the delectable Testicle Festival.
Nick's Bar
Juniper St between Connaught Dr and Geikie St
Jasper
Alberta,
T0E 1E0, Canada
Telephone: 780 852 6262
A great bar with fabulous food.
Villa Caruso
2nd Floor
640 Connaught Drive
Jasper
Alberta
T0E 1E0, Canada
Telephone: 780 852 3920
One of Jasper's best places for dinner.
Denjiro Japanese Restaurant
410 Connaught Drive
Jasper
Alberta
T0E 1E0, Canada
Telephone: 780 852 3780
For fabulous Japanese food in authentic surroundings.
British Columbia
Joe Fortes
Steak & Chop House
777 Thurlow St. *at* Robson
Vancouver
Telephone: 604 669 1940
Sumptuous surroundings, excellent steaks and immaculate service.
Yukon
Klondike
Kate's Restaurant
3rd & King Street
Box 417 Dawson City
Yukon
Y0B 1G0
Telephone: 867 993 6527
Fax: 867 993 6044
For ridiculously good food at breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Try their delicious alcoholic smoothies.
Klondike Salmon and Rib
2116 2nd Avenue
Whitehorse
Yukon, Canada
Telephone: 867 667 7554
Located in Whitehorse's oldest working building, this is
our favourite restaurant. Try their amazing smoked salmon
dishes.
High
Country Inn
4051 4th Avenue
Whitehorse
Yukon
Y1A 1H1, Canada
Telephone: 1 800 554 4471 (toll free within Canada and United
States)
Telephone: 1 867 667 4471 (outside Canada and United States)
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