What's New at the Canadian Rockies Big 3 Ski Resorts!‏

Big air bag jumps, thrill-ride tubing, outstanding guest services and some serious champagne powder; the Banff Lake Louise Sunshine 2012/13 ski season is just around the corner!

Banff, AB - Banff Mount Norquay

Banff’s backyard playground is back with some big changes this coming season, opening up its runs to cater to all ski abilities and winter activities. Safety First – New Loading Conveyer - Taking steps to open up the mountain to beginner skiers and snowboarders, Mt. Norquay has introduced a loading conveyor on its already improved Spirit Chair! Aimed at providing greater terrain access for beginners and improved safety for all skiers, the loading conveyer provides riders with easy chair access and a much faster ride up the mountain by reducing the ‘stops and slows’ by more than 50%. This means more runs, more fun.

Tubular Man – Tube Town Expansion! Hold on to your hats for the Mt. Norquay Tube Town expansion! With new lanes, new lifts and improved slopes, Mt. Norquay’s famous Tube Park is back with a bang for another season. Plans to double the amount of tubing lanes will kick tubing into the next gear so you can spend more time experiencing that thrill ride down the mountainside.

The Lake Louise Ski Area

Lake Louise presents its new Base Area Play Zone! Catering to all abilities, the exciting new instalments to The Lake Louise Ski Area will ensure its best season ever!
Big Air Bag Jump - First up is the incredible big air Bag Jump. Designed by professional snowboarders, Hollywood stuntmen and leading engineers, the Bag Jump is for expert skiers and snowboarders who want to catch some serious air on the slope this season. This full time instalment of the ultimate ‘big kids’ toy means you can safely perfect your Double Rodeos and Triple Corks without stressing about landing them.
Brand New Tube Park! - For those more inclined to keep their feet on the slope, The Lake Louise Ski Area presents the opening of a brand new Tube Park! Located at the base of the ski area, the new Tube Park is the perfect addition to the aptly named, Base Area Play Zone. The second of its kind to the area, the Tube Park is great for all ages and abilities for those still wanting the white powder rush.

Sunshine Village

Sunshine Village is taking the quality of the Canadian ski experience to a new level. With renovated guest services and amenities, you can dine and relax in comfort when you’re not skiing the world-famous slopes.
Smoke Houses, Creperies and Vietnamese Delicacies - During a full day on the mountain, you need time to fuel up. Time and effort is being spent by Sunshine Village in expanding and improving their food and beverage services to ensure the culinary need of every guest is met. The addition of a smoke house to Mad Trapper’s Saloon will expand Sunshine Village’s signature dishes, while the introduction of a Vietnamese Pho café in the Daylodge will provide a fresh, hot and healthy alternative to your usual lodge lunch. Look out for a very European creperie also appearing for the season!