TRAVEL THE WORLD - LAKE LOUISE, CANADA

This 2003 vacation was the first time I had visited the Rocky Mountains in the spring. We had gorgeous weather, sunny with temperatures in the mid-20's Centigrade - unusual for Alberta in May. There was a lot of snow on the mountains, and there was ice on Lake Louise as you can see in the third photo. We enjoyed walking along the lake with Chateau Lake Louise in the background. Being surrounded by snow and ice gave a crispness to the air which, combined with the warmth of the sun, made for a wonderful feeling of well-being.

TRAVEL THE WORLD - BANFF, CANADA

One of the advantages of growing up in Alberta is the proximity of the Rocky mountains and the town of Banff. This photo was taken in 2003 when Paul and I had a holiday in a rented motor home which we drove through Alberta and British Columbia. Being in Banff was a pleasure as it brought back many memories of previous visits.

TRAVEL THE WORLD - BANFF, CANADA

This photo was taken in May of 2001, the only time I have been in the Rocky mountains in the spring. It's often very cold at high altitudes in May, but that year it was lovely and warm with temperatures in the 20's Celsius. Sunny days with lots of snow on the mountains made for stunningly beautiful scenery. When walking, it was sometimes possible to be quite warm and then suddenly to experience a brief chill as cold air descended from a nearby mountain. How exhilarating!