I never used to hate my job. Sure, there were days that I didn’t really want to go in to work; days where I was tired or frustrated or just had something else going on. But overall I loved being able to help people, whether that meant helping them to get better, or helping them to pass on with dignity. Being a nurse was a large part of my personal identity. It wasn’t just what I did for a living, it was who I was—just like how I was a huge Harry Potter nerd and a chocoholic and a lover …
Hi there, I’m Jennifer! Welcome to die Fernweherin. I’ve been organizing incredible vacations for myself & my husband for over ten years now, and I hope to help you do the same. Whether you’re a perfectionist who relishes the intricacies of planning trips, or someone who loves to travel but gets mired in the little details, you’re in the right place.
After a decade of travel together, Cam & I have settled into a travel style that suits us. I wouldn’t necessarily describe it as laid-back (it involves me, after all), but we do try to be cognizant of the fact that we are on vacation, not only for enjoyment but also to avoid stirring up my anxiety. That’s not to say that we don’t deviate from this style occasionally, but for the most part we follow a small set of “rules” we’ve set for ourselves, and the itineraries here on die Fernweherin will reflect that. I recognize that not everyone …
Having explored the town of Banff and its immediate vicinity, it’s time to venture further afield. In the spirit of saving the best for last, this latter portion of my Banff itinerary will check off some of the most spectacular sights the park has to offer, including majestic Lake Louise, breathtakingly beautiful Moraine Lake, and the scenic Icefields Parkway.
Now that I’ve covered the fundamentals of planning a trip to Banff, it’s time to delve into the specifics of where to go & what to do. In this post I’ll cover the first half of my itinerary, exploring the highlights in and around Banff townsite. During these three days you’ll take a dip in Banff’s famous hot springs, enjoy several of its stunning mountain-top views, and visit the largest of its beautiful blue lakes.
Banff National Park is Canada’s oldest & most-visited national park, and once you’ve been there—or even just seen pictures—it’s not hard to see why: It is, quite simply, one of the most stunningly gorgeous locations on this planet. And this one week itinerary is the perfect way to take it all in! You’re going to get awe-inspiring mountain views, see beautiful blue glacial lakes, and have some epic once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
