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Banff Centre Contact Information:
Box 1020
107 Tunnel Mountain Drive
Banff, Alberta T1L 1H5
Canada
Phone 800-884-7574 (In US & Canada) or 403-762-6308
Fax 403-762-7502
reservations@banffcentre.ca
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Elevation: 4537' (1383m)
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Select a meeting below for specific information about Banff Centre:
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The Banff Centre, nestled in the majestic Canadian Rocky Mountains, is a scenic 75-mile (120 km) drive from Calgary International Airport. Banff and neighboring Lake Louise were settled in 1882 and have been attracting visitors for over 100 years. The Banff Centre, designed to resemble a college campus, hosts a variety of activities such as an extensive fitness facility (a full gym, indoor climbing wall, full size indoor pool and massage). A 10-minute snowy walk from The Banff Centre finds you in the internationally diverse township of Banff. The town is home to many fine restaurants and excellent shopping options, as well as coffee houses and bookstores. A complimentary ski shuttle will be arranged daily offering access to Alpine, Telemark Skiing, and Snowboarding. Although not necessary in Banff, a rental vehicle would allow for other ski options in the area and further exploration of the local natural wonders such as the Upper Banff Hot Springs.
Too many possibilities lie in wait to name here; please see the visitors web site at www.banfflakelouise.com or www.banffcentre.ca for more information on activities.
· Tip #1: Banff Centre accommodations are separate from the meeting rooms and food functions. A short walk outside will be necessary.
· Tip #2: Beware there is a per person fee/charge for entrance into Banff National Park. The charge is included in shuttle prices but private cars will have to pay separately.
· Tip #3: Suggestion: Use the message board at the meeting to find other conferees interested in additional activities (skiing, snowboarding, hiking, cross country skiing, shopping, sight seeing etc.) by posting your contact information and activity of interest. Check the message board.
· Tip #4: For Visa and Entry Information visit http://www.traveldocs.com/ca/vr.htm. For a listing of countries whose citizens require visas to enter Canada http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/visas.asp
 Food/Dining Notes: The food included will be: buffet breakfast (each day of the meeting except departure day) coffee breaks, and social hour with light snacks during poster sessions. However the food offered varies meeting site by meeting site. Menus for daily food offered will be posted as well as menus for the area.
Important Additional Information:
- For pre and post conference lodging, we recommend The Delta Calgary Airport. The Delta Calgary Airport is offering a rate of $TBD and up per night (CAD) to Keystone Symposia conferees. You can contact the Delta Calgary Airport at 403-250-6000 or e-mail: reservedca@deltahotels.com. Mention Keystone Symposia for the discounted rate.
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ATTIRE NOTE:
Even if you are NOT participating in outdoor activities we suggest you bring clothes appropriate for local weather temperatures.
The meetings are "resort casual" in dress (khakis, jeans, casual shirts, sweaters). Clothes that can be layered for outdoor/indoor environment will work best.
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Additional weather resources from USA TODAY
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Map and Directions from Airport Detailed map of area and directions from recommended airport. Ground Transportation:
BOOK ONLINE...SAVE 15% - Discounted transportation from the Calgary International Airport to Banff provided by The Banff Airporter:
Go to www.banffairporter.com and enter the following information in the Client Login section (near bottom of the page) to receive the 15% discount:
Username (1st Field): keys05
Password: (2nd Field): k3805s
Please print the page with your confirmation number and keep as your ticket/itenery/receipt. Rates are CAD $TBD one way and CAD $TBD round-trip plus applicable taxes. All reservations are to be pre-paid with a credit card, (Visa, AMEX and Mastercard). There is a 24 hour cancellation policy. Upon arrival at Calgary International Airport, proceed to meeting area 'C'. Check in at our desk and give the agent your reservation number or last name.
If you have questions, contact Banff Airporter at 888-449-2901 (In US & Canada) or 403-762-3330; Fax: 403-762-1677; email: info@banffairporter.com.
Driving Directions: From the airport, drive along Barlow Trail (south), until 16th Avenue, turn right on 16th Avenue (west). Continue along this road as it becomes the Trans-Canada Highway #1. All TransCanada Highway signs are green with a white maple leaf symbol and the number "1" inside it. The drive from the Calgary Airport is approximately 1.5 hours. You must stop at the gates to Banff National Park and purchase a park pass. Continue another 20 minutes to the town of Banff. There are two exits off the highway to the town site. Take the first exit, it will take you to Banff Avenue (the main street). Drive along Banff Avenue until you reach Wolf Street. At Wolf Street, turn left and continue on this road until the T-intersection. At this point, turn right onto St. Julien Road, which leads directly into The Banff Centre.
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Getting Around the Conference Area:
- Floorplan of Conference area.
- Conference Center Notes: The meeting rooms are separate from the guest rooms at Banff Center. Walking outside will be necessary.
- Shuttle Information: There will be a complimentary shuttle to the Big 3 ski areas. Each day the shuttle will take conferees to a different ski area. The Big 3 ski areas are Banff/Norquay, Sunshine Village and Lake Louise.
Please review the new requirements for US travelers to Canada
More tips on traveling to Canada
Also see: Travel Tips | Ground Transportation | World Clock
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Information Centers
» Banff Visitor Centre 403-762-8421
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