My Solo Trip to Alberta, Canada | Banff, Lake Louise, Canmore & Calgary

[@allisonanderson]

Thanks for watching! What's on your travel bucket list?

[@mal1090]

Alberta is beautiful! Loved this video and am definitely adding this trip to my bucket list. What month did you visit?

[@adriennelucky2223]

I want to go to so many places but top spots right now are Cannes France & Brighton England.

[@maryammr3865]

Bali 😍

[@gabriellepennington4367]

This was great to watch! I'm actually headed to Banff this year in August!

[@juliens-creative-corner]

I’ve ticked this off my bucket list last October and seeing all these familiar places covered in snow is so gorgeous! Immediately makes me want to go there again.

[@93StarryEyed]

This was so cool to watch!!! I'm from Calgary, so hearing a traveller's perspective on something that I see everyday was very heart warming and reminded me to be grateful for where I live. Thank you for sharing this beautiful city and province 🥰

[@davinamilner2704]

I am from Calgary too! This video made me feel the exact same way as you did, I love this province, especially the beauty in the mountains, and it makes me feel so thankful and blessed to live so near to them!!!

[@live.travel.]

the hike up to the gondola is really nice in the summer too

[@davinamilner2704]

No kidding!!! That is one of my favourites, and you get to go down i the mountain on the gondola for free!!! We hiked it on a day that was -20 Celsius

[@davinamilner2704]

No kidding!!! That is one of my favourites, and you get to go down i the mountain on the gondola for free!!! We hiked it on a day that was -20 Celsius

[@davinamilner2704]

No kidding!!! That is one of my favourites, and you get to go down i the mountain on the gondola for free!!! We hiked it on a day that was -20 Celsius

[@alison_5050]

Ah, memories! I love how you manage to make your travel videos concise without feeling rushed- you manage to fit so much (and such quality) into 10mins compared to so many other content creators! Always appreciate that you're quality over quantity 👍

[@adriennelucky2223]

I smiled watching this entire video! I’ve lived in Alberta my entire life. Seeing how excited you were to visit all these places made my heart incredibly happy. I love Canmore Banff and Lake Louise more than you could ever know. I’m headed there in June! If you are ever able to visit in summer months I highly recommend the “tea house” hike in Lake Louise, it’s a decent incline but the views & experience are worth it. Plus then you can buy (cash only) tea, soup & cookies when you arrive at the top. Oh & also the building behind the head sculpture is called “The Bow” my uncle used to work there & was able to give me a tour, I felt like I was in NYC being up so high. Thanks for another great video!

[@caitlynrenea6360]

She makes them feel wayyyy longer than 10 minutes! It’s crazy!

[@SL313]

My son’s been in the hospital and I came across your videos and they are really bringing me peace and calm. Thank you for your content!

[@justinwillms17]

I live in a small town 2 hours from Banff and seeing the mountains from a distance on a clear day never gets old!

[@jasont2986]

Fabulous that you came here in the winter. Much different than the summer. Much quieter.

[@lukebohemian]

Canada is high on our bucket list! Alberta being the first stop ✨

[@barrylinkiewich9688]

The drive from Calgary to Banff is iconic. Such glorious scenery and vistas for days, definitely worth the trip if you're coming to Alberta.

[@danisdrew]

Im an introvert and this year I decided to travel solo to places. I did my first solo trip past month and it was AMAZING! I’m So happy I found your channel at this moment because I’m an outdoor person who loves to take pics of the wild too! You are doing a great job❤

[@KelseyBodnar]

This is so cool! I’ve lived in alberta my whole life and always have loved going to the mountains. You picked an incredible place to stay in Banff. The views from the hot tub of the town are INCREDIBLE.

[@makayladew4514]

As a Canadian, and someone who loves Alberta, I loved this video!! I am headed back in a few weeks and cannot wait! I vote your next Canadian location should be Newfoundland!! very underrated and extremely cool hiking, mountains, history and amazing locals!

[@gracedelacruz3414]

I live in Vancouver while my boyfriend lives in Calgary and so every time I visit, I always demand that he drives me to Banff/Canmore 😂 I never get tired of staring at the Rockies and seeing Moraine Lake. Hiking in the summer is AMAZING so next time you visit in the summer, I recommend Devils Thumb or Plain of Six Glaciers at Lake Louise for an easy (but long) hike

[@katangie88]

Yay!! I’m so glad you loved it. I just got back home to Calgary after spending the weekend in Banff ❤️… I’m always so thankful and blown away by the mountains, they are truly beautiful!

[@noonevincecarterfan]

Absolutely draw dropping to watch all of that amazing scenery! As beautiful as it gets!

[@akhilthushar]

It's one of the best place ever I used watch this place when I was 13 before I have got a tablet I love to see the earth app I used too love itttt ❤

[@sandysmith8377]

As a Canadian I was thrilled to see your stunning video. The mountains are a treasure. Now you need to come to the Atlantic coast. You will have a fabulous time. Nova Scotia is Canada’s Ocean Playground you know 😊 🌊 🇨🇦

[@Aamin635]

So beautiful country, .... I ve been visited there in 1980 - 1981 .... memorable places

[@kaylovelii]

I use to watch u about 10 years ago when u were with Ingrid and Fluer. U popped in my head today. So glad to see u still making content I enjoyed this video

[@leahw0patterson82]

Also loved the beginning footage when you were driving down the 1a beside the big hill into Cochrane. One of the most beautiful views ever.

[@motivegrind]

Motivation is life-changing. Your life is changing every day. It is the burning desire that compels you to take action.

[@alfahadshanto2119]

After your video of The trip to Alaska, this is one of my favorite videos. I am watching this one for the third time. And I don't know how many times I have watched the video of Alaska. And the best part is when you said " Hello from Alaska". Lots of love for you from Bangladesh 🇧🇩. Thank you, Allison.

[@vision1vlog]

Assalamualikum

[@brittanywinn3955]

It's so true. The experience of being there is nothing compared to any image can capture. This is my home. You did a beautiful job. ❤️

[@rollingthunderinho]

calgary/banff/canmore are the most underrated travel destinations in the world

[@ritab3369]

we are happy to have you! I love seeing my city and the beautiful surroundings through a fresh pair of eyes :)

[@naveedjoyia3661]

So much in just ten minutes, really appreciate your work

[@KristinaZakhozhai]

Happy to have you here in Canada! Banff National Park is a true beauty. However if you keep driving north from it, there is Jasper National Park. And the moment you enter Jasper mountains double in size ;)

[@a.ryszkowska]

That was lovely to watch! Vancouver and Canadian Rocky Mountains were my first overseas destination, so they have a very special place in my heart 🥰 I even got a tattoo of the mountains towering Lake Louise as a reminder that dreams do come true!

[@davidmarshall718]

As Allison said near the end, there are some higher mountain ranges in the World, like the Himalayas and its associated ranges in Asia, the central Andes in South America, and the Alaska-Yukon St. Elias-Wrangell Range, but among the intermediate height mountain ranges of the World, such as the Alps, the Pyrenees, the American Rockies and Sierras, the American and Canadian Cascade and Coast Mountains, the southern Andes in Patagonia or the Caucasus and the Alborz Mountains where Europe meets Asia, Canada's Rockies are right up there among the best of them due to their bold and dense numbers of peaks, huge rock walls, myriads of lakes, waterfalls, rivers and streams, abundant wildlife, and the many glaciers everywhere in every size, shape and position. The unique, dynamic but relaxed ambience of the region combining the historic with the modern adds to the charm, although the human presence is small due to the huge National and Provincial Park reserves which keep most of the region wild.

[@MajorAddiction]

The Calgary Public Library also looks very cool at night when it's lit up. The night gondola looks amazing!

[@thevicchick4346]

My back yard! I worked driving shuttle in Lake Louise one year. It was the best ever! I'm glad you enjoyed it! ❤️. I absolutely love the Calgary library.

[@ashvanmazz]

I just came back 3 days ago from a 1 month solo Trip to the West Coast! Flew into Van and made my way East stopping along the way. Reached Banff and Canmore and it took my breath away! I loved Canmore and even think I'm going to move there. Fingers crossed 🤞🤞 seeing your video makes me realize how much I miss it already!

[@mahammedBatal]

I am so lucky to call this country MY HOME! it is so beautiful

[@ryanlewiz]

My absolute favorite destination in North America. Lovely footage. Lovely traveler.

[@karlrichards1611]

Glad you enjoyed your trip. Im a Calgary local, we live downtown on 17th ave SW (The Red Mile). Living in Calgary we are so lucky to have the mountains ,lakes so close to the city. We try to get into Banff, Canmore ,Kananakis Lake Louise every Saturday to hike, snowboard , bike etc. I love how you mentioned the frozen waterfalls , we just did Spirit Bear Trail a few weeks ago, we also the Larches in fall they are truly amazing, if you ever come back plan for them ,if your not local it's a once in a lifetime experience only have a short window to see them. As well in Calgary check out the Red Mile (17th ave and Stephen ave) for some amazing food , shops and pubs/clubs. We also do the Greatest Outdoor show on earth (Calgary Stampede) and we host Country Thunder Festival , Calgary Flames ,or a Stamps game , we host Horror Con , Calgary Zoo , Telus Sparks center etc .There is so much to do here you will never be bored. If you ever come back my wife and I could show you some amazing sites and all the best places in Calgary. Our local small businesses and restaurants are worth the trip alone. Glad you enjoyed stay safe and thank you for sharing

[@travelingmonsters]

Wow!! Allison!! Thank you for sharing again! Well… Banff Canada is one of my bucket list! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@lydiacoffey2003]

I’m from a small town outside of Calgary 2 thousand people in my beautiful prairie town 🙂 but I recently moved to Calgary for university and honestly it is my birth place and second home!! Thanks for sharing our beautiful province ❤ everyone hates on alberta BUT I absolutely am a proud albertan

[@janeshipley6993]

thank you so much for this beauty that you've shown those of us who can't travel.

[@Cloud7Travel]

Welcome to Calgary and area! You have got to come back in the summer! You'll get a totally different experience!

[@MyFocusVaries]

Great feature of these amazing places. The Rocky Mountains are jaw droppingly beautiful.

[@elizabethvalencia8335]

I’m from Ontario, Canada and visited Banff and Jasper in Feb. and I could never get over the mountain views so definitely know what you mean when you said this footage doesn’t do a justice. So glad you enjoyed it :)

[@sweetcherii]

Watching this made me appreciate my province . Thanks for sharing.

[@shebyj]

I also just solo traveled to Banff & Lake Louise and I LOVED it! Such a beautiful area.

[@linedallaire9631]

We were in Banff last week... omg 😲 it was so beautiful... our first time out west....loved it! One of our bucket list must... next ....Grand Canyon! Ps... I have to agree with you, pictures don't make it justice to the beauty of those mountains/ scenery... we were in awe the whole time there....

[@Young_Explore_and_Eat]

Stunning views of mountains ...! Cool Scenes ..!

[@stacylolley]

Banff to Jasper is one of my favorite places. Massive elk just lounging in people's yards.

[@funkyguy2006]

Heaven on Earth... Banff, Lake Louise.. Love to revisit..Have also stayed in Hotel Art in Calgary...

[@LeilaRosette]

I'm so blessed I get to live here, hike here & vlog these beautiful mountains.😱🙌🏻

[@MelanieLynnS1]

Loved this video! I’ve lived here my entire life and learned of some new places to go and things to do.

[@katherinec3463]

I had such a happy smile on my face watching this! I grew up in Banff and now live outside Calgary. I pretty much just want to hear that people love it LOL. I also used to work in the building with Wonderland in front of it! Nice tour!!!!

[@gbaidil17]

I am from Kazakhstan. My news thread is full of news from Ukraine and I also don’t want to stop checking it. My KZbin thread as well. Both Russian and Ukrainian bloggers I used to watch obviously stopped or even couldn’t produce their content. First days I also couldn’t watch something unrelated to the war but now I am glad to observe some sceneries from “a normal life”. Thanks, the shots are amazing! Now this place is also in my bucket list!

[@glorialittle3779]

Life long Canadian planning my wedding in Canmore this summer so loved this bideo

[@SL313]

Also as a librarian I love that you included a library

[@2GringosOnTheGulf]

Wow great vid friends, we moved from Alberta in 2021 to Mexico as it was our dream for the past 12 years to retire in Mexico. Alberta was good to us. Cheers everyone from Mexico. 👋🏽👋🏽✌🏽

[@megangoldsney8214]

Props for coming here in the winter! (And for having appropriate winter-wear)

[@hopemoffatt7377]

Wish you had at least one Alberta-Blue-Sky day when you were in Banff and Canmore. The mountains are even more spectacular.

[@ambeth10]

Watching this video in a hot weather , How I wish I could be there for a while

[@rebeccaschmalz6047]

I live in Alberta, Canada and it was awesome to see you travel around and showcase our province. The Malcom Hotel in Canmore is my all time fav 😍BEST views from pool and hot tub!

[@miriampasag6602]

Thank you for featuring Alberta. Next time u visit highly recommend visiting Jasper, Kananaskis, Bragg Creek area and Yoho National Park

[@samscorgie3484]

So happy I stumbled across your channel today, really really well done travel videos! I’m from alberta and have lived all over it, it was fun watching someone come experience it with fresh eyes. The activities you did to me are just ‘normal’, like the wolf dog sanctuary, I have a friend who owns a genuine wolf dog!! And yes they are NOT like regular dogs and are NOT easy to take care of. And we made a quick weekend trip to Banff just last month that was near identical to the stops and scenes you did! The mountains really can’t be ‘captured’ in camera or video, they must be experienced. The air is different when you’re among them, and there’s such a sense of peace in the air in those mountain towns-definitely my favorite thing alberta has to offer! One of the BEST things one can do is soak in a hot tub on a chilly day in the mountains! And Calgary’s library is possibly the coolest thing in Calgary, it’s stunning!! Worth the detour and spending some time wandering the floors :)

[@daniellelavigne547]

As a westjet employee, canadian and a big fan of your content, I'm so glad you had a good experience!!

[@ibadswativlog5579]

And I am big fan from Pakistan

[@mommylovesmakeup0205]

I was born in Canmore and live in Alberta, it's so beautiful ❤

[@amikoallen6061]

Just came back to Houston from Banff. The most beautiful place on earth!

[@doncanaday6406]

Thanks, Allison. We will be there in 2 months.

[@brendabardell-resch6869]

Come and see in the summer and squeeze in the Calgary Stampede. We also have great dining options.

[@Kleaciulla]

its beautiful 😍 your travel vlogs are always the most incredible , thank you for sharing allison ❤

[@coupdejess]

Hi Allison! I love your travel videos. I had a video (or videos) idea for you: “Plan a Trip to X with Me” where you share your process for deciding when to go, what to do, where to stay at each location. What websites or social media do you use to form your itinerary? Where do you craft it (eg in a note on your phone or iCal etc)? I think that would be super useful as we come out of the pandemic, and hopefully easy for you to film from home! 💕

[@pjalexandra]

Fun to see fresh eyes on my Bow Valley home region. Malcolm & Crazyweed indeed favourite local spots in addition to all the scenery you feature. Good season to come as well, I suspect this summer will be BUSY.

[@KristinCB]

you really need to come back and visit in the summer!! 100% different

[@pandabear4014]

I am going to the sanctuary tomorrow because of this video. Thank you!

[@meteorologicalscience5591]

This challen deserves millions of subscribers.

[@IcelandicNativecitywalk]

Alberta is indeed beautiful I was there last Christmas . Thanks for sharing.

[@stewshore5508]

I have visited the mountains in Europe, South America and North America…the Rockies in Our Own Backyard are still my favourite. A National Park Pass is a must for Banff, Lake Louise and just down the Yellowhead from me is Elk Island with the Bison and great scenery. Loved your review.

[@HardiniSabrina]

Wow! This place amazing!! What an amazing and beautiful solo trip!

[@chocostars1]

From Toronto and I went to Banff last Sept. Loved every moment! It is smart you rented a car. I didn’t but public transport was so smooth. Thank you for sharing this place with snow.

[@Diana_Ton]

AAaaahhh! So wonderful to see! I am from Alberta, so it is great to see the province from someone else's perspective! You inspired me to start posting videos!

[@silvercloudslearning4136]

I visited all these places in September 2021 - Thank you so much for capturing these images, now covered by ice and snow. The memories of this great place, immense mountains and positive atmosphere has flooded back. Safe travels.

[@kristenryan2953]

I just found your channel and watched the Namibia video and now this one. Its so calming to watch and makes my soul so happy! ❤

[@ShhooterMcGavin]

Living in Banff for the past 30 years, it’s kinda weird seeing it from a travellers perspective. Reminded me to stop and remember and appreciate where I live. We can take our surroundings for granted if we don’t occasionally stop for a few moments and breathe…

[@martyhjertaas1060]

Canmoron here for 30 years, yes we take it for granted, BUT why live anywhere else

[@candace6191]

So excited for this! Headed to Banff this July.

[@alanwolf3178]

I'm a Canmore Local, glad you had fun while here!

[@lunarlindsaytravels]

I live in Calgary you are sooo right your footage just kisses the tip of how incredible our Rockies are ! You did a great job showcaseing our city ♥️

[@mianabdulsattar8505]

Beauty of nature

[@pepps7552]

I just love how you condense your trips into this wonderful videos!

[@AshesOfRoses]

This was beautiful and looks so inviting. Just magical!

[@Robert6466]

Enjoyed this I am Alberta proud grew up in the mountains and I work in Calgary as a contractor I have worked on the bow tower and the library and hotel arts enjoyed seeing the finished product great video if you ever come back I suggest the kananaskis mountains blue rock mountain breath taking and not so touristy all the best from Alberta Canada

[@seanelgie]

I live in Canmore, the mountains here just do something to you, it’s hard to explain.

[@ckitch10]

I went here on my honeymoon a few years ago! It's my favorite place I've ever been.. Peyto Lake was my absolute favorite.

[@MadelineDellaMora]

Such a gorgeous trip! I’ve only ever been out west in warmer months it was amazing to see it in the winter.

[@dawn-marie1990]

My backyard!!!! I live in Calgary and absolutely love how close and easy it is to get to the mountains....my happy place. You captured the beauty and peacefulness perfectly and your enthusiasm made me smile! Thanks for sharing :)

[@karenacton3854]

I so envy you! I would have loved to live in southern Alberta but was born and raised south of Edmonton and currently live east of Edmonton…..most places in the north really have nothing to offer in relation to scenery. The mountains are beautiful!

[@CB-kn1ox]

I did what you did but in the summer! Even stayed at the Malcolm . Rented an ebike in Canmore which was great too. I also rented a cabin and spent a few days at a ranch horseback riding through the foothills. A car and my camera will travel! Thanks for a great post.

[@joannaiglesias4554]

Thank you for showing us so much beauty.

[@starphase1623]

The Wolf Dogs are so BEAUTIFUL. ☺️ I want one . So sweet . 💞

[@bellealex9134]

I'm so happy to see you share this video, I've been there multiple times and will keep going back. Banff is so magical in the winter. Best wishes from Canada! 🇨🇦 Can't wait to see your next video 😊

[@nancygobran2518]

Do you know I didn’t know what I want to do for our family vacation next year but your video truly change my mind and I want to do exactly what you did. Thank you so much for this amazing video.!!!

[@KatChanelb12]

My boyfriend and I are taking a trip to Banff next spring and I am so beyond excited! Thank you for all of the recommendations you listed on your video

[@rowebil00]

Wow, Banff was the city I've always had a picture of but never knew what it was... the city in the snow during Christmas.

[@kymcrowart7876]

This was so amazing. I’ve been all over the world, but Banff is my next stop

[@HusbandnWifeDuo]

Love from Ontario, Canada! We have been watching your videos on our TV screen with no option to subscribe to your channel and to leave any comment (or perhaps we do not know how to). Here it is now. We like your informative videos, especially the solo travels within North America, but we liked the one on Namibia as well. Please keep up the good work.

[@KatrinaMun]

I live in Alberta and regularly head to the mountains. Thanks for all the ideas for our next visit. Your videos are so inspiring! PS the Malcolm is my favourite hotel in the area. We always stay there!

[@halcyon-cg2eb]

You must be rich then 😉

[@aj707]

I’m from Calgary and your video really made me miss home! Glad you enjoyed your trip :)