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Tips and tricks for experiencing Banff & Lake Louise

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Everything you need to know to experience the 3 ski resorts of Banff National Parks and what to expect when staying in the town of Banff or the village of Lake Louise. Here are some guides to help you most of your next ski vacation.

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First Timer's Guide

Everything you need to know to experience the 3 ski resorts of Banff National Parks and what to expect when staying in the town of Banff or the village of Lake Louise. Easy trip planning tips to make the most of your next ski vacation.

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Family Guide

Skiing in Banff National Park is sure to create family memories to last a lifetime, whether you're hitting the slopes for the first time with the little ones or exploring with your teenagers. Here's what you need to know to make the most of your time in the Canadian Rockies.

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Long-haul Ski Guide

Whether you're travelling from London, Manchester, Sydney, Melbourne or somewhere in between, your trip starts long before first chair. Book your accommodation, lift tickets, rentals and transportation through SkiBig3 and arrive ready to ski.

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Mon, 09 Nov 2026

Banff Sunshine Named No. 1 Ski Resort in the West by SKI Magazine

The skiers have spoken! For the first time, Banff Sunshine Village has been named the No. 1 Ski Resort in the West in SKI Magazine's 2027 Reader Resort Survey, climbing from third place in 2025 to second in 2026, and now taking the top spot. The annual rankings are determined by skiers and snowboarders who vote on their experiences across North American resorts, making this recognition especially meaningful.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026

Banff Sunshine Named No. 1 Ski Resort in the West by SKI Magazine

Fri, 06 Nov 2026

Mt. Norquay Welcomes Skiers Back for the 26/27 Winter Season

Mt. Norquay officially opened for the 26/27 winter season on November 6th 2026, welcoming skiers and snowboarders back to its slopes for another winter. Locals and visitors made their way up to the resort for a 9:30 am opening, enjoying the first turns down Cascade and taking in the familiar sights of the long-awaited ski season returning to Banff.

Thu, 05 Nov 2026

SkiBig3 Tubing: Get Your Tube On!

Your SkiBig3 Lift Ticket includes tubing at Mt. Norquay! SkiBig3 tubing is a blast for kids and kids-at-heart.

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