British Columbia & Canadian Rockies (LONELY PLANET)

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Lonely Planet British Columbia & the Canadian Rockies is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Watch the wandering wildlife in Jasper, stumble upon hidden waterfalls in Banff, or spot a pod of orcas while sailing the Inside Passage; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of British Columbia and the Canadian Rockies and begin your journey now!

Inside Lonely Planet British Columbia & the Canadian Rockies Travel Guide:

• Colour maps and images throughout
• Highlights and itineraries show you the simplest way to tailor your trip to your own personal needs and interests
• Insider tips save you time and money and help you get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
• Essential info at your fingertips - including hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, and prices
• Honest reviews for all budgets - including eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
• Cultural insights give you a richer and more rewarding travel experience - including customs, history, art, literature, cinema, music, dance, politics, wildlife, cuisine, and wine
• Free, convenient pull-out Vancouver map (included in print version), plus over 32 local maps
• Useful features - including Top Experiences, Month-by-Month (annual festival calendar), and Outdoor Activities
• Coverage of Alberta, the Yukon Territory, Vancouver, Whistler, Victoria, Calgary, Banff, Jasper, Cariboo, Chilcotin, Fraser Valley, Thompson Valley, Prince Rupert, the Southern Gulf Islands, Drumheller, Dawson City, and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet British Columbia & the Canadian Rockies, our most comprehensive guide to British Columbia and the Canadian Rockies, is perfect for those planning to both explore the top sights and take the road less travelled.

• Looking for a guide focused on Vancouver or Canada? Check out Lonely Planet's Vancouver guide for a comprehensive look at all the city has tooffer, Lonely Planet's Discover Canada, a photo-rich guide to the country's most popular attractions, or Lonely Planet's Vancouver Encounter, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip.
• Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's Canada guide for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer, or Lonely Planet's Discover Canada, a photo-rich guide to the country's most popular attractions.

Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet, John Lee, Brendan Sainsbury, and Ryan Ver Berkmoes.

About Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves in.

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