10 Days in Canada Vlog - Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper | Full Itinerary & Guide
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Күн бұрынWe spend 10 unforgettable days in Alberta, Canada - Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper. We start in Banff Town, exploring the Banff Gondola, Lake Minnewanka, and sample the local food, whilst keeping an eye out for bear sightings. Then we head north and stay for 3 nights by Lake Louise, visiting The Agnes Tea House, Emerald Lake and Moraine Lake, before finally heading to Jasper National Park - relaxing in this beautiful part of the world in our own log cabin.
Downloadable PDF containing all the below links to save for later: drive.google.com/file/d/1tH8u...
12 ESSENTIAL Tips when Visiting Canada follow up video: • 12 ESSENTIAL Banff & L...
HOTELS STAYED AT IN THIS VIDEO
👉* Banff B&B Rated "Superb" - www.booking.com/hotel/ca/moun...
👉* Lake Louise Lodge Rated "Superb" - www.booking.com/hotel/ca/lake...
👉* Lake Louise Fairmont Hotel - www.booking.com/hotel/ca/t0l-...
👉 Jasper Cabin - alpinevillagejasper.com/cabin...
👉* Jasper Cabin alternative - www.booking.com/hotel/ca/jasp...
ACTIVITIES MENTIONED
👉* Banff Gondola - www.getyourguide.com/banff-l2...
👉 Lake Minnewanka Boat Cruise - bookings.banffjaspercollectio...
👉 Columbia Icefield Adventure (Glacier and Skywalk) - bookings.banffjaspercollectio...
👉* Athabasca White Water Rafting Grade 2 - www.getyourguide.com/jasper-l...
👉* Athabasca White Water Rafting, Grade 3 so longer and tougher waters - www.getyourguide.com/jasper-l...
Visited in June
All shot on iPhone, mostly iPhone 13 Pro
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00:00 Alberta Canada Best Bits
1:42 Banff
12:40 Lake Louise
22:23 Jasper National Park
#canada #banff #lakelouise
@SuitcaseMonkey Жыл бұрын
I hope you enjoy this labour of love!? I've made a downloadable PDF with all hotels and activities visited in this video: drive.google.com/file/d/1tH8uOy00hIO-CCW0px-MloToePMqB9WL/view?usp=share_link as well as a Banff Tips follow up video which is OUT NOW with loads more practical info for replicating parts of this trip. Enjoy!
@kiintsugi Жыл бұрын
The time you guys spend on making these videos really set them apart as respectful, mature stories on the places you two go. It really occupies a unique space within the travel vlog space and I look forward to each one!
@SuitcaseMonkey Жыл бұрын
Yes! That has always been my goal. Glad you enjoyed.
@shereend6341 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely. Loved it. What time of the year did you go?
@GangaSagarvlogs Жыл бұрын
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@samerrabadi Жыл бұрын
@@shereend6341 I believe he mentioned that it was June.
@robertshewchuk4255 Жыл бұрын
As someone who lives in Canmore, just 20 minutes from the Town of Banff...all I can say is BRAVO! You captured and described our amazing stretch of mountains perfectly!!!
@SuitcaseMonkey Жыл бұрын
Coming from a local, that is music to my ears. Thank you so much for letting me know. We actually stopped in Canmore for a few hours on the drive back (not shown in the video). If we had longer I would’ve liked to have maybe been there a couple days too. Lovely place.
@robertshewchuk4255 Жыл бұрын
@TOS 360 Hi there. Canada is a very large country with many different climates and cost of living differences.. This video focuses on one small area in central Alberta where Tourism is the main industry. The cost of living here is high due to lack of affordable housing. As for "cold". Yes it can get chilly for a couple of months per year. But the rest are very moderate and nice.
@PG-3462 Жыл бұрын
@TOS 360 Alberta is much cheaper than British Columbia, but is also colder. British Columbia is (by far)the most expensive province in Canada, and also the warmest. In Vancouver, during winter, they don't get much snow, but they get a lot of rain. I personally prefer snow to rain... However, cold temperatures is not that bad when you know how to deal with it. You simply need to cover yourself with multiple layers of clothes, with some thick gloves and a beanie. If you want, you can also learn some winter sports like cross-country skiing or snowshoeing (which are both inexpensive) and then enjoy your free time outside during the weekend. A lot of people don't practice winter sports and thus stay inside all winter, which I personally find quite depressive
@user-qk7oo1jk8g Жыл бұрын
@@PG-3462 is the weather good/warm enough to visit Baniff in early June?
@PG-3462 Жыл бұрын
@@user-qk7oo1jk8g June is definitively warm enough to visit anywhere in Canada
@heathermayorga4283 11 ай бұрын
Finding this amazing video is what solidified my choice to vacation in Banff and Jasper this year. My husband and I have just returned 5 days ago from our 2 week trip here. It was absolutely magical. I am ready to write my own beautiful love letter to Canada. I'm so appreciative of your video that led my husband and I to one of the best vacations of our lives. The beauty we experienced is hard to put into words and rewatching your video today I have tears in my eyes as I am reminded of how special it was. PS. We saw 19 Bears , 15 black bear and 4 grizzly. I sang Hello Mr Bear on every hike. 🙂
@barbiec4312 Жыл бұрын
My husband was born in Canada, left at 9 years old and longs to go back. He was watching this and said, “This fills my heart”. So, well done and thank you.
@SuitcaseMonkey Жыл бұрын
Awww that’s the best story ever!!!!!
@Yelyaha Жыл бұрын
Anyone else got ‘Hello Mr Bear’ stuck in their heads or is it just me? 😅 what an incredible video, all of these places have just gone straight to the top of my bucket list, Jasper in particular.
@SuitcaseMonkey Жыл бұрын
Hello mr bear!
@nom5205 Жыл бұрын
can I come... !!!
@janiceyu1228 8 ай бұрын
I'm waiting for the release on Spotify :D
@angelapietras1235 Жыл бұрын
I’m a Brit,I live in Newzealand,but I adore Canada and watch people travelling around the country in campervan s,it amazes me like Australia does because of all its wildlife.I love mountains,rivers and bush land so I really enjoyed this thank you Canada is a wonderful place.
@RealChoice1776 4 күн бұрын
We want to thank you from the deepest part of my soul, seeing the details and exquisite nature with your perfect narration, made us feel like we were there. Thank you 🙏 so very much.
@SuitcaseMonkey 3 күн бұрын
Welcome. We have 30 similar vlogs on this channel. Hope it inspires worldwide travel 😃
@tollan23 Жыл бұрын
I'm a Londoner who moved to Calgary in 2011. I do miss friends and family, and British pubs, but being so close to the mountains never gets old. I feel very lucky.
@ViktorKrum93 4 ай бұрын
We went in July of 2023. You did a perfect job of describing this place. I find it hard to believe we can find anywhere on Earth that can surpass the beauty in this corner of the world. ❤
@lindahanlon8284 8 ай бұрын
I watch ALOT of travel vlogs, pretty much daily, as they help me plan for our travels. This Vlog was hands-down one of the best ones I’ve ever watched. not only was it very informative for the trip that I am planning for next year… But your calming voice, and the way that you laid this Vlog out made it feel like a documentary. Bravo
@SuitcaseMonkey 8 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching. Although this is my personal best vlog we have around 25 other similar vlogs on this channel. Hope you enjoy.
@user-ie8ts1ym5q 9 ай бұрын
When I was researching things to do in Banff/Lake Louise I was overwhelmed with what I had found. However, after much research I decided that your videos and recommendations seemed to be the very best. I followed all of your suggestions from lakes to trails and everything in between. I am so glad I did because we had a trip of a lifetime.
@lizeth8276 3 ай бұрын
My husband asked me to pick a place to travel as my graduation gift, I wanted to travel to a magical place, I wanted something very special because brother getting a double degree has been tough. But you just convinced me, this is it. We're going to Canada Banff! Beautiful video!
@ChristianeDowsing Жыл бұрын
I'm Canadian and this video was just breathtaking. Thank you for sharing your beautiful experience in our majestic Rockies.
@Fire-born 10 ай бұрын
I've lived in Alberta, Canada my whole life, and even I watched every second of this video and enjoyed every moment. Excellent video, with wonderful commentary, and a tremendous sense of appreciation. When you called this video your love letter to Canada I could feel how much you meant it and what I felt was the true sense of what it means to be Canadian, and that is the love for this country.
@radhakrishnan8111 6 ай бұрын
Il😊😊
@radhakrishnan8111 6 ай бұрын
I very much loved canada..gods own country canada
@rundlerambler6150 9 ай бұрын
As a Canadian living in Quebec, I have been to the Rockies about 15 times , in every season. I have to congratulate you on a beautiful video capturing all places I have been to. You picked the perfect time to visit for wildlife opportunities but unfortunately many areas were still frozen over or closed off, so you missed seeing the majestic colors of the mountain lakes in summer. I hope to return to Alberta and BC next summer as its been six years since my last visit. I am glad our country made for an enjoyable and exciting trip for you. Next time, come visit Eastern Canada in the fall to experience the spectacular fall colors. Once again, loved your vlog.
@wisecanadianwoman 11 ай бұрын
I live just outside of Calgary and have lived here most of my life, still after all these years, the beauty of the country outside my doorstep takes my breath away. I am so very grateful to live here. ❤🇨🇦. Your video was a true representation of the area.
@carlyfielding6714 Жыл бұрын
This was incredible! As someone living in Calgary and emotionally done with winter, it's a great reminder that spring and summer is coming soon enough! Loved this so much!
@macandfire5477 Жыл бұрын
Instead of being emotionally done with winter, use it as a reminder that you are growing and evolving and it’s a time of ease and gratitude 🙏
@SuitcaseMonkey Жыл бұрын
It’s ok to just be emotionally done with winter tho… 🤣
@macandfire5477 Жыл бұрын
@@SuitcaseMonkey yeah I meant it’s okay to just be sleepy and take naps 🤣
@eileengale7661 Жыл бұрын
And this is why bears hibernate in the winter. 😉
@mjor6406 Жыл бұрын
CALGARY is a winter city. Why are you living here if you are emotionally done with winter?
@jcdarnell1 Жыл бұрын
I lived in Banff for a year around 10 years ago. I still struggle to this day to call anywhere home due to its absolute beauty and miss it everyday like someone would miss a great friend or family member. This place ruined where I would call home for the rest of my life but I'm so grateful. Tried to move there a few years back for good but covid struck and immigration said no :( Great video as always. 10/10
@user-gi9mc9gz5p 2 ай бұрын
I moved from the UK to Calgary a few years ago, and im still constantly amazed at the amount of beauty we have on our door step. You’ve created a beautiful video and you’ve captured the Rockies really well. Im also impressed with the number of bear sightings; you’ve been luckier than most!
@logicfirst7959 6 күн бұрын
Exceptionally well made, you captured the very core of this entire visit with detailed commentary. Thank you so much as I am about to head out to Banff, Jesper and a little further to Mount Robson. Again, thank you so much.
@liseburnett9219 Жыл бұрын
I live in British Colombia in a most scenic Island, yet when I visited Moraine Lake I literally burst into tears! I get what you shared!
@canadaauroraborealis3958 Жыл бұрын
The border of Alberta and British Columbia Provinces runs along the top of the mountains that backdrop Moraine Lake.
@minimalistadeluxo Жыл бұрын
This is AMAZING! I definitely felt I was watching a movie! Thank you very much for this! Canada is in my list of dream destinations and I am going in 2024!
@SuitcaseMonkey Жыл бұрын
I have a travel tips guide to this holiday coming this Saturday!
@Xyy2387 15 күн бұрын
As a proud Western Canadian, kudos, I was hooked 2min in. Great vlog. Seeing a spirit bear is such a rare treat. On your next trip, I hope you see a full grown bull moose with massive antlers. They are huge animals when you see them up close. Other wildlife you should put on your bucket list are wolves.
@kenandcoreen7179 Жыл бұрын
Stunning video! I'm Canadian and have been to these areas 2x, and did not even come close to seeing the amount of wildlife that you saw. We love travel, and especially in Europe. We're anxiously awaiting our month long trip in the fall back to Ireland and France, and adding Scotland, The Netherlands and Belgium for our 1st time. It is so nice to see someone visit our country and love it so much. Your video actually brought on a couple of tears in appreciation of the country I get to call home. Thank you for sharing. - Coreen
@SuitcaseMonkey Жыл бұрын
Wow. That is pretty much the best comment I can receive. Thank you. Glad you enjoyed.
@Loulizabeth Жыл бұрын
As a Scottish person living in the Highlands, please if you have time consider seeing more of Scotland than just Glasgow and Edinburgh. Highly recommend you watch some Isle of Skye videos, as well as videos on the North Coast 500. It may even encourage you to visit Scotland again if you don't have time for them this time.
@SuitcaseMonkey Жыл бұрын
Hey. Yes I know it’s terrible we haven’t been to that part of the uk. Shame on us. It is on our list. This is a terrible excuse but I’m always concerned about the weather. I know, that’s a bad reason but it’s a reason.
@Loulizabeth Жыл бұрын
@@SuitcaseMonkey Totally understandable. As well as the erm... "lovely" little creatures "midgies" that need to be taken into consideration. That said we can have some amazing weather up in the Highlands in late Spring, which if timed correctly you can also avoid the immergence of the dreaded insects too. Obviously there's no guarantees with the weather even in mid to late Spring but I think the landscape you'd find could even cause you to want to make a return journey if the weather you experienced wasn't the best your first visit. Would love to see your camera work in these areas. Especially the North coast 500. Skye is amazing from the videos I've seen, though I've not been there myself yet, but the North Coast 500 is rarely shown by major travel vlogs that do make a point of visiting Skye. Likely for the same reasons you give, yet it has so many gems.
@SuitcaseMonkey Жыл бұрын
Thank you. I’ve made a note and you’ve pushed it higher on my list. Much appreciated
@GlenBarnett 7 ай бұрын
This has to be one of the best guides to Banff and its surrounding areas on the internet My wife and I did a very similar trip a couple of years ago and it changed my life. As a landscape photographer this area of Canada is an absolute playground and your right, no photograph or video actually does it justice Like you, Moraine Lake was my whole reason for the visit. I had wanted to photograph it for over 30 years so when my dream came true it felt absolutely surreal (and more than a little tearful) Thanks for bringing back these fabulous memories 👍
@SuitcaseMonkey 7 ай бұрын
Thanks glen. Glad you enjoyed
@JandJqz4wm Жыл бұрын
Hello Mr. Bear, it is not a problem that I am here with you, I mean you no harm. 🎵🎶
@SuitcaseMonkey Жыл бұрын
🙌
@user-gg2dq2ne5r 4 ай бұрын
I wish your videos were longer, I would quite happily sit for an hour watching your videos. This has now been added to the bucket list, what an amazing place!
@SuitcaseMonkey 4 ай бұрын
Haha. I start to zone out after a while so gotta keep em wanting more!
@mandyyam3645 Ай бұрын
Its kind of the best travel video i have ever watched on youtube! The narrative is very clear, so informative and you are so generous to share the travelling tips and itinerary. Last but not least, great pictures and videos!
@akiheavenly6 8 ай бұрын
😮 Wow, you've sold me on Canada. I was never interested in visiting Canada before, but the sights in this video are amazing! Thanks so much for the hard work you've put into making this video. It clearly shows.
@user-rt3do8qf7v 10 ай бұрын
Since 2015 I have been facilitating a class called Armchair adventures at our local college in Prescott, Arizona. I have up to 65 seniors who take the class. They love the Suitcase Monkey videos that I show them. This one is a stunner. Thanks for all your hard work and please keep them coming.
@SuitcaseMonkey 10 ай бұрын
Ahh that’s great! What a lovely idea! Say hello to them all!
@AnnaNudist 9 ай бұрын
So beautiful, the trees, the lake, city, etc. Visiting canada is on my travel list. Hope i can enjoy there.
@costasworldofmusicmemories5792 Жыл бұрын
Stunning video of Alberta , Canada and all its glory. Harriet and I have been many times. It never gets old. And to see the wildlife you saw. Luck was on your side. The mountains can be seen from any vantage point. How cool is that? Great Job! Mates .Best Wishes and Continued Success !🙏🙏 Harriet and Jim
@lindamurray9772 Ай бұрын
Having visited Banff/Lake Louise when I was a bratty teenager decades ago, this wonderful video brought back many memories. It also brought home how, in my youth, I truly missed the sheer vastness and incredible beauty of the area. Hope to make it back up there up there one day (in my retirement). Thank you Thank you Thank you !!!!!
@SuitcaseMonkey Ай бұрын
Yeah I’d have been the same as a child
@North-of-the-49th 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing this lovely vlog with us. As a former Western Canadian (now Eastern Canadian), you did our home country justice. It's also very much appreciated that you recommended carrying bear spray while hiking. Thank you 🐻 ❤. As a 'fyi', the best place to see moose is actually in Algonquin Park in Ontario, so if you ever find yourself back in Canada, please consider visiting Ontario and Quebec, you won't regret it. Merci encore d'avoir visiter notre pays. We love our UK cousins.
@SuitcaseMonkey 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for your kind words and advice.
@rolandomichel2070 Жыл бұрын
Paul, dahling, are you kidding me?! This is Amazing! Phenomenal views, serene spots and wonderful wildlife, it has it All... Thank you, for the amazing effort, and commitment to making quality videos.
@Purette 10 ай бұрын
This video was very moving and incredibly well done! I cried a few times because the scenery you captured on film was so majestic and spiritual. Thank you for sharing this work of art. You are an incredible videographer!
@docscott123 3 ай бұрын
Seeing this brought back so many wonderful memories for me. I visited this region in 1976 on a camping trip from Chicago and absolutely fell in love. Now, nearly 50 years later I am a dual citizen of Canada and the U.S., living in California, and I'm terribly homesick to return. Thank you for this beautiful inspiration!
@kennethvernonprivate Жыл бұрын
Very well done! As a native Albertan (born and raised in Calgary), I have had the honour of visiting all the locations/sites you have. You sir, did a great job of representing the geographical, historical and 'feel' of our little corner of the world. All the best from Calgary!
@SuitcaseMonkey Жыл бұрын
That’s great to hear! Thank you!!
@derrickvittitow9930 11 ай бұрын
This is an absolute genius capture of beautifully stunning place. You have inspired me to start planning my trip for June 2024.. Thank you.
@mizansfootage 6 ай бұрын
This vlog is like a love letter to Canada's natural wonders. Thank you for sharing this unforgettable adventure with us 💙
@MoodLoch 18 күн бұрын
This is stunning! I love how you make this feel like a documentary. And the timing of your humor moments is perfect, lol. What a treat to find this video.
@SuitcaseMonkey 18 күн бұрын
Welcome to the channel. This is what we do. ☺️
@user-ny2sp5yx5y 4 ай бұрын
Having lived in British Columbia for 15 years and having visited the 3 national parks you feature...I felt home sick and close to tears. Thanks!!! Beautiful !!!
@empress2500 Жыл бұрын
Watching your video reminded me of why I fell so deeply in love with Canada, that I made it my home. I have found that you truly live life to the fullest here. Because of the 4 seasons, Canadians live each season to the fullest, there is no we will go next weekend, it happens in that moment because you never know what the weather will be like next weekend. I can see why it took you 9 months to make the video because how do you do such natural beauty justice on film but you did. I was captivated from the very beginning to the very end and was truly sad to see it end. Bravo, amazing job
@ahadwaseemintltravel352 7 ай бұрын
This video was very moving and incredibly well done! I cried a few times because the scenery you captured on film was so majestic and spiritual.
@antoniotula262 14 күн бұрын
You're every bit of a much younger John Cleese😅😂😂. Absolutely phenomenal and inspiring video. Thank you for creating and sharing this content 🏆🏆🏆
@margaretjames6494 4 күн бұрын
I've seen many great videos about visiting this area but, honestly, this is the best. You covered everything just perfectly. Well done!
@yvonnehillsden Жыл бұрын
Well done! You captured the essence of our beautiful national parks and the Rockies, so well. So many of us Canadians, have no idea how incredible these areas are. They can be so inundated with tourists that a lot of us just give them a very wide berth. I have to say, that getting to know these incredible areas better, was one positive for us that came of covid. Without having the ability to travel elsewhere, we decided to get to know our own country better. And with this, came four trips to the Rockies for us. We got to know them more intimately, and realized how incredibly lucky we are to live here, with sites like these in our back yard. I really enjoyed your video!
@patriciapratley6773 Жыл бұрын
You just took me back 30 years and our trip to Canada!!! We visited virtually all the same places and it still holds a special place in my heart. I want to go back 😃
@stevenmshawzy 4 күн бұрын
What a great video. Hello, Mr. Bear made the top 10 best songs in Canada, I hear. You both were able to see all the animals you listed. What a treat. Everything was brilliant. Well done!
@SuitcaseMonkey 4 күн бұрын
Welcome to the channel
@JuanRodriguez-fy3qs 8 ай бұрын
Ever since 1987, I dreamed of going to this very scenic heaven. I haven’t met Miss Right to go there with; it would suck to go alone. I thank you for showing me what I always knew was a scenic heaven on earth. Thank you so very much. You did this place justice. I hope you can visit traveling back looking at your documentary and even to get peace of mind just to escape from London.
@ninamccaslinhorn5349 8 ай бұрын
You did an excellant job and making me want to plan our Grandchildren's trip with us for this summer! Loved all the great lakes and I wrote them all down to help remember!
@salgreen9325 10 ай бұрын
So beautiful! I loved every second of the footage! How amazing our world is! Thank you for all the emotional work! Beautiful ❤
@babup8986 Ай бұрын
I feel the Creator Lord at the sight of the mountains and flowers ❤.
@KRIZMIX 7 ай бұрын
This was the most amazing video I have ever seen, capturing Banff, and jasper and the Rockies. I grew up in Alberta, a northern city called Edmonton. I went camping to all those places as I grew up. You really did capture what it’s like to be in the Rocky Mountains in Canada. I thank you sir.
@rogermaioli Жыл бұрын
Love your channel! It's easy to see the enormous amount of work that goes into organizing your footage into an engaging narrative; and you manage to impart a lot of feeling to it without making it sentimental or cheap. Please keep the videos coming!
@SuitcaseMonkey Жыл бұрын
Thanks Roger
@miriampasag6602 8 ай бұрын
This by far one of the amazing video compilation of Canada Rocky Mountain. If u both get a chance to visit again, try other Alberta's pride like Kananaskis Country (lots of hiking trails and Lakes) , Canmore, Bragg Creek, Waterton and Lethbridge. All the best!
@MaySengCha Ай бұрын
wow! You did such a wonderful job capturing all the beauty of that region. Also, I appreciate that you provided the links to the places you stayed and parks you visited.
@tashagraham7422 Жыл бұрын
You did a wonderful job with this video. I don’t think I have ever said WOW so many times while watching you tube. I knew it was a beautiful place but WOW ( see there I go again 😅) thanks for sharing.
@davidRNsyr Жыл бұрын
I came across your channel sometime during the pandemic (summer, 2020, maybe?) and have enjoyed watching your travel videos ever since. You should be proud of this vlog; it's spectacular. Can't wait to see what you do next!
@SuitcaseMonkey Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the continued support!
@nellyandthepolski Жыл бұрын
How has it taken me this long to discover you guys and your channel? Truly loving your videos…so many superlatives I could use to describe them. The content, the delivery & of course the *very* subtle underlying humour, long may they continue. Thank you 👏🏼
@SuitcaseMonkey Жыл бұрын
Welcome to the channel! Glad you found us!
@metarus208 10 ай бұрын
The Canadian Rockies are awesome. Thanks for sharing with us.
@metarus208 8 ай бұрын
Can you please do one for the Canadian Maritime Provinces as well? especially PEI and Nova Scotia?
@166Soccerman 6 ай бұрын
Visited in 1967 when I was 20, I have never forgotten the breathtaking beauty of the place.
@elysmattar Жыл бұрын
Outstanding video with beautiful views, a most for anyone that has never seen Canada and would like a taste of what an unforgettable experience to have. Congratulations! what an amazing way to explore a place before visiting. You capture not only the wildlife at it's best but the bewitching beauty of this place. Thank you for taking the time to present this exceptional video and thank you for providing us with links of the activities, locations, restaurants and places to stay. Looking forward to your next one!💗💗💗
@linpin9343 Жыл бұрын
You captured the place beautifully ❤ and this is coming from a Canadian who has been there several times. It never gets old.
@robertbl7500 Жыл бұрын
Hi 👋 Simply next level goodness!! ✌️😊…can’t wait for the Mr. Bear song! 👍
@gloriawilde6801 Ай бұрын
Your wonderful labour of love brought back wonderful memories of my trip there in 2008 with my friend Jenny,can’t believe it been sixteen years 🇦🇺
@karenuhrich9683 Жыл бұрын
As a Canadian, well done with representing the beauty in one small but gorgeous area of Canada! Hope you come back!
@fluttergrrl Жыл бұрын
What a total gem! I am a Canadian and have never gone to Alberta and this makes me want to go there as soon as I can to see the lovely wildlife. How breathtaking. Thank you for sharing this and putting so much effort and time into it.
@milabrandt2397 8 ай бұрын
Just came back from Banff… I left my heart there. Incredible heavenly gift of scenery to mankind. Wonderful enriching video! Thank you!
@heyjoey009 2 ай бұрын
Which hotel you stayed? trying to book for summer
@ofeliatablan5681 7 ай бұрын
We travelled the same route for 3 weeks, including Rocky Mountaineer, in September 2023. It was an amazing experience.
@leolizadime7191 Жыл бұрын
You are such an inspiration for a traveler like me! Im glad that you capture Banff beautifully! Indeed, breathtaking! For me, Alberta is the most beautiful place I’ve ever travelled! I strongly agreed this was indeed so magical! Keep making beautiful videos & continue to be such an inspiration to us!!🙌🙌🙌
@SuitcaseMonkey Жыл бұрын
Thank you. That’s lovely to read.
@bobsctx8166 11 ай бұрын
WONDERFUL!! We made this same trip in 2005. You captured the awe and majesty of this country magnificently! I teach iPhone photography near Austin TX in a retirements community and will share this and other of your videos with class sessions. (As examples of great composition, artistry, wit, and superb video production) Your narration and music selections are great! BRAVO
@SuitcaseMonkey 11 ай бұрын
Thank you. In case it’ll help, I also have an iPhone video on this channel where I talk about techniques I use.
@ResetAll-ni4dp 19 күн бұрын
Canada is a natural paradise with its magnificent nature, peaceful climate and attractive green views.
@tomgenovese2278 10 ай бұрын
Thanks! We just finished our Banff and Jasper vacation and your video was helpful in the planning (and for confirming what we already had planned). We continued on to Whistler - which was equally awesome! Our next trip is to the Lake District in early Oct. I will need to watch your Lake District video again to make sure I have everything planned correctly :) Keep up the great work!
@SuitcaseMonkey 10 ай бұрын
Wow thank you so much for the super thanks. That is incredibly kind of you and I’m glad it helped in some small way with your own trip. You’ll have a great trip in the lakes. Just expect a bit of rain (we were very lucky!) 😅😬😀
@patjcarey Жыл бұрын
Having experienced this part of the world I can safely say you did it justice. Wonderful vlog to watch, you are quickly becoming our favourite travel channel. Thank you. Pat 🏴
@SuitcaseMonkey Жыл бұрын
Yes my friend!
@simpstr 5 ай бұрын
This is the best video I’ve ever seen. I just wanted to cry. The pictures were so amazing and the details were great.
@SuitcaseMonkey 5 ай бұрын
Welcome to the channel
@corrielong-td2en Жыл бұрын
As a direct result of watching your Canada vlog, Husband and i booked tickets this morning to Calgary. We were last in the area in 2016, and we realized how much we missed it and how beautiful it was. So thank you. And please send us the words to "Hello Mr. Bear"
@barbarakoedijk5480 Жыл бұрын
Hi Suitcase Monkey, Thanks for putting so much thought, time, and effort into creating this beautiful representation of part of my favourite country in the world. I'll share this video cause I believe it ought to be on everybody Bucketlist. I'm a Dutch citizen but I was fortunate enough to spend 18 years in Canada. Canada never ever ceases to amaze, impress, and captivate me. 😍
@johndoherty1336 Жыл бұрын
You have put so much thought in producing this YTV. From pre-trip preparation to maximising your time each day at each location. The quality of end product is stunning. It’s the best travel video on the most breathtaking taking locations in the world I have seen. Each day, each minute of the video captured the uniqueness of Banff , Lake Louise and Jasper. The spotting of wildlife and seeing a white grizzly was wonderful and without doubt something that lives in the mind forever. The “British” commentary adds so much value, facts balanced with humour adding a sight to your personal enjoyment of what you are doing. Banff is beautiful but no line dancing seen 😇, Lake Louise is stunning and thanks for calling out the natural colours of the lake and Jasper remains a identical gem. I have noticed the number of positive reviews and comments from local Canadians which kinda tells me you’ve nailed, hopefully exceeded your high expectations. As for more, if possible it would be interesting and informative to share where you landed in Canada and of course where yiu flew back from. I’m sure yiu have zillions of footage still in the cloud so hopefully you may find tie to pull some more footage of your trip. Lastly hopefully BC Tourist Board will have seen this travel blog and reach out to you. Simply put it’s that good and should work with you to see how they can utilise your work. Thanks again - when are you going back k/r John
@SuitcaseMonkey Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind words as usual!
@theglasgownomad6814 Жыл бұрын
Loved the video. I took my RV up through Washington State and into Vancouver, then Whistler & Banff before heading east. I did make a reservation for afternoon tea at Chateau Lake Louise and it came with an egg timer to dictate at what time the tea would be to your taste. The views from Sulphur Mountain are awesome indeed. Thanks for a great video. Brian (The Glasgow Nomad)
@rebeccarendle3706 8 ай бұрын
Loved our trips to Canada years ago. We saw 4 black bear families (mum + cubs). One family fishing. We also had noisy Elk and Moose around our hire camper at the campsite in mating season and two males interlocked run down a hill across the road infront of our huge truck! But they were bigger!. On another trip to Vancouver we went orca whale watching, saw loads of bald headed eagles and jumping salmon as well. The Plain of Six Glaciers hike to the end between Collier and Popes Peaks at Lake Louise was amazing, although I did it in the early stages of pregnancy with morning sickness 😅. Canada is a fantastic place.
@karismaticrose Жыл бұрын
What an absolute treasure. Thank you for taking the time to put this video together and sharing your incredible trip. I hope one day I can travel to Alberta and see all of these beautiful sights. 🙏🏽💜
@willoverby6955 11 ай бұрын
Beautiful video! It's so difficult to portray the beauty and scope of this area on camera, but you did a great job! This is my favorite place in the world!
@jinmeow1685 4 ай бұрын
Love your video, beautiful presentation, helpful itinerary, soothing music, professional narration, stunning photos, and lodging. Your itinerary looked so identical to my itinerary many years ago, just few spots not in sync, I missed the tunnel lake hike and didn’t see spirit island on your video haha. Plan to visit Banff National Park in the near future and will use your vblog as a guide for it. Thank you and God Bless!
@cinephilewannabetheoriginal Жыл бұрын
My jaw dropped. Not an exaggeration. You did a wonderful job with this video, like you did with all the others. But this is absolutely spectacular. That labor of love shows. Bravo 👏 Also really looking forward to downloading Hello Mr. Bear 😅
@gennieveilleux9999 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful video! As a fellow Canadian, your love letter to my country was spectacular! I hope that you come back, and explore other provinces!
@SuitcaseMonkey Жыл бұрын
Oh yes definitely we will!
@annikamosegaard8507 Жыл бұрын
Loved to Watch - your Voice is such a great story telling voice. I will defently buy the bear song😂😂😂😂😂 beautiful filmed video Thankey - greetings from one your “neighbors” from Denmark
@yvonnekneeshaw2784 Жыл бұрын
THANK U from a Canadian who is profoundly impressed with this video. What a creator. Appreciate ❤️🇨🇦
@sarahlkay18 Жыл бұрын
After visiting Calgary and surrounding areas several times on holidays, my husband and I decided we loved it so much we moved there….living 30 minutes north of Calgary. Truly is a stunning area. Been here 17 years now and it never gets old …
@helenstratigos4862 Жыл бұрын
Wow. Ashamed to say, but as a lifelong Canadian (living in Toronto), I've never gone west and witnessed all this beauty in my own country. Alberta looks like a worthy destination indeed! (By the way, the 'red chairs' are called "adirondack' chairs! Iconic. :D) Fantastic video and well worth the wait. Your Lake Minnewanka quip was among many gems. This is why I return to your channel despite hundreds of other travel vloggers. Stunning footage as well! Cheers and thanks from central Canada! :)
@SuitcaseMonkey Жыл бұрын
Thanks Helen. Much appreciated!
@helenstratigos4862 Жыл бұрын
@@SuitcaseMonkey 😍🙌
@NovaExotics Жыл бұрын
As someone looking to move to Canada, Alberta in particular, I have a great fondness for it and this amazing video almost brought a tear to my eye. Beautiful footage, looks like you definitely done it justice ! The wildlife shots where amazing, particularly that white grizzly ❤
@SMNajiburRahman 3 ай бұрын
y by ,
@rebeccaryan1779 4 ай бұрын
I really appreciate the time, energy, and effort that you put into your videos. I've been such a fan of your work for a long time and your videos helped me when we visited London last year. We're American and considering going up to Banff as we're not too far away. Your vlog helps to show the beauty and nature of this area! Your voice is calming and relaxing, but I'll admit my favorite bits are always your subtle sense of humor. Gets me laughing every time! Thank you so much!
@SuitcaseMonkey 4 ай бұрын
Thank you. Please share with your friends!
@shawnsy7060 Жыл бұрын
Love this video. I live about 8 hours drive away from Banff but manage to get to the area at minimum once a year. So many memories, you have even shown me some I have forgotten from my childhood. This summer will be taking a trip once again through banff, jasper, glacier and end up on the coast just outside Vancouver. All while towing my little homemade trailer and the family. What a blessed life I live!! Oh - End of May I may see you in London!! 50th birthday will be there! Cheers!
@Hyzincredible Жыл бұрын
Most beautiful video i have seen on Alberta, thank you for putting that much effort into the work🎉
@richardlphillips Жыл бұрын
Thoroughly enjoyed it😊. Have been thinking aboot Canada for a while
@traceymariemontgomery2137 3 ай бұрын
The log Cabins Absolutely beautiful and the Stunnnnning VIEWS WOOOOOOW UNBELIEVABLE 😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤
@lotushouse5598 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful! I am so glad you visited my stunningly beautiful country..
@Jody-LeeMcClelland 8 ай бұрын
As someone who lives in the area, all I can ask is PLEASE don’t slow down on any road or highway looking at wildlife. This causes sooooo many accidents which negatively impacts humans and wildlife. I know it’s exciting to see animals you’ve never seen before , but it’s not worth the risk. Thanks so much for visiting us . Please come again!
@chrisdecoste3097 Жыл бұрын
❤ lovely video. We lived in Calgary for a lot of years and have visited Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper and a lot of the lakes/sites that you have visited. You have captured the beauty…. So awesome 👏 ❤
@sigrit59 8 ай бұрын
I do think that Canada is one of the most beatuful country. Greetings from Estonia😊
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