Travel Like an Influencer: @HelloAngelia's 5-Day Trip to Banff and Lake Louise

Begin your trip with lunch at Block Kitchen & Bar in Banff. From there, make your way to the iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Enjoy the beautiful views with a cocktail at the Ice Bar, an outdoor lounge crafted entirely from snow and ice. Before indulging in a European inspired dinner at Walliser Stube, famous for its fondue and old-world ambience.

Wake up lakeside and enjoy a room-service breakfast. Then step out onto the frozen lake for a classic Canadian experience, ice skating on Lake Louise. Warm up with lunch at Lakeview Lounge where you can dine with panoramic views. Angelia recommends getting the Coquilles St Jacques Gratinées, Prawn & Scallop Mafaldine Pasta, and Steak Au Poivre. After lunch join a peaceful guided snowshoeing tour with Powderfest. Wind down at the end of the day with dinner at Fairview Restaurant & Bar, celebrating the best of Canadian cuisine.

Hit the slopes for a ski day at Lake Louise Ski Resort. Enjoy incredible views and world-class runs. After a full day on the mountain, head back to Banff for dinner at Good Folk Restaurant, Angelia highly recommends getting their Alberta Wild Boar Chop, Seared Hokkaido Scallops, and Smoked Pork Belly!

Start your fourth day by driving to Canmore for a Powder Hound Express Tour with Snowy Owl Dog Sled Tours. Later in the afternoon head to Good Earth for coffee and pastries. Then enjoy pre-dinner aperitivo at The Fat Ox. Afterwards, it’s time to relax and unwind in the Willow Stream Spa. Soak in the steamy mineral pools and enjoy a spa treatment at the Fairmont Banff Springs. For your final dinner in Banff head to Chuck’s Steakhouse, Angelia recommends ending your meal with a yummy vanilla crème brûlée!

For your final day, head up to Mt. Norquay for an exhilarating tubing adventure. Afterwards, wrap up your trip by exploring Banff one last time. Angelia stopped at these iconic photo spots before leaving town:

• Surprise Corner Lookout (it lives up to its name!) - A must-visit viewpoint offering dramatic views of the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel.
• Cascade of Time Garden - Charming garden near downtown Banff with stunning mountain views.
• Bow Falls - Easy-to-access waterfall near town with powerful rapids and a scenic lookout.
• Banff Pedestrian Bridge - Wooden bridge over the Bow River with beautiful views of Mount Rundle.

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