On Sun, 02 Nov 2008 13:58:01 GMT, allegedly wrote:

So basically i'm looking for suggestions on cheap accommodations in
these areas (such as b&b's or hostels etc) and would like to know if
there are shuttle buses (or the like) to get around to the various
trails and if there is an airport shuttle from Calgary to any of these
areas.

I reckon you'll be better off in Banff than Canmore, as there's more
happening and cheaper lodgings available. Almost certainly there's a
shuttle of some kind from Calgary to Banff - I recall seeing flyers about
them, but didn't pay attention.

Another option is to blag a lift with the foreign tour operators that will
be running a coach. Sometimes a back hander to the rep is required, but
it's not guaranteed to work.

The hotels run shuttles to the hills, so the hostels might for a price.
There'll be something for sure, even if it's a local bus service. Banff
seems to thrive on people doing just what you're doing. I don't see you
having any problems at all.

Hopefully one of the locals will be along shortly to give some definitive
advice. Otherwise it's over to google for you! :-)

- Dave.

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