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Jasper Dark Sky Festival: Top 9 Frequently Asked Questions

Experience the magic of the Jasper Dark Sky Festival in Jasper National Park, one of the largest Dark Sky Preserves. This blog provides answers to your questions and serves as your guide for northern lights viewing and…

Jasper's Winter Charm: it's More Than Just a Ski Getaway

Embark on an unforgettable journey with skiing guru and travel expert Glenn Crowter from the Toronto Sun, as he ventures to Mount Robson Inn in Jasper—a destination that promises more than just breathtaking scenery and…

Your Ultimate Guide to Jasper's Most Iconic Races

Are you gearing up for the Jasper Canadian Rockies Half Marathon, the Gran Fondo Bike Race, or the Banff Jasper Relay? Find out how you can turn your race experience into a whole weekend of adventure in the stunning…

Your "All You Need To Know" Icefields Parkway Road Map: Discover Hidden Gems between Jasper and Lake Louise

Experience Jasper's true magic for yourself. Book a getaway at Mount Robson Inn – unwind in cozy suites, soak in outdoor hot tubs, and wake up to a hearty breakfast. Embrace tranquility before embarking on unforgettable…

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Rocky Mountain Rivalry: Jasper vs. Banff – Why Jasper Takes the Crown

Here in Jasper, we're savoring laid-back vibes and rugged authenticity, and waving happily over to Banff, living the dream of the tourist spotlight. We're the escape for those who'd rather swap crowds for tranquility…

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What does Freemont Street in Vegas and Jasper have in common? It may not be what you're thinking.

From Jasper at mile zero, traveling on the Icefields Parkway south, if you stay on highway 93 you will ultimately end up in Wickenburg, Arizona. Yes! Highway 93 gets you to the Hoover Dam and Freemont Street in Vegas.…

One of The World’s Best Drives Now Has a Home on the World Wide Web

New Icefields Parkway Travel Site helps visitors max out on exhilarating experiences in the Canadian Rockies.

A Jasper Hotel with Winter Adventures at Heart

The notion of “traffic” in Jasper has always amused me. Sure, in the summer you can get stuck behind two lanes of rubbernecking RVs going 30 kilometres an hour down Connaught Drive, but it lasts all of a few blocks. In…

Jasper’s Dazzling Night Skies

For many of us, a dark sky doesn’t exist in our urban landscapes where streetlights, office towers and sky-scrapers dominate. Skylines cast artificial glows to drown out the twinkling stars above. However, when you…