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The Secret Golfing World of the
Canadian Rockies

An Exceptional Golf Experience in one of the World’s
Most Majestic Locations

Presented by Canadian Mountain Experience

Creators of Distinctive Vacations & Fond Memories - Guaranteed
 

Silvertip Golf Course, Canmore AB Canada                                                                   

For seasoned travelers, the Canadian Rocky Mountains have always ranked among the world’s most desirable destinations.

They come for the majestic peaks, lush valleys and the cool comfort of clean mountain air. They come to stay in grand hotels and dine on superb cuisine. In short: to live in splendour.

Now they come for the exceptional golf.

Hidden in the Rockies are some of the most magnificent courses on Earth. Some are world-famous, like the Stanley Thompson at the Banff Springs. Some, like Mount Kidd and Mount Lorette in Kananaskis, are well-kept secrets.

For a golfer, the Canadian Rockies are more than just spectacular. They are paradise.

Now you can play the world’s best game in the world’s most majestic setting…

In luxury and in complete comfort

For over a century the Canadian Rockies have been a haven of royalty, movie stars and moguls. They have stayed at our “Castle in the Rockies”, rested well in her well-appointed rooms, tasted exquisite cuisine and soaked in her famous baths.

Best of all, a short stroll from its hallowed halls, lies a most legendary golf course: The Banff Springs Stanley Thompson.

In the following pages, we at CMEGolf.com, a premier golf tour company located locally, describe for you how you can best experience the golfing world of the Canadian Rockies.

Enjoy the tour!
 

Day 1: Fly to Calgary, Alberta Canada 

Welcome to the gateway to the Canadian Rockies. 

You have reached Canada’s fourth largest city, the home of the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, the famous Calgary Stampede and the nation’s capital for oil & gas. 

As soon as you have collected your bags and passed through immigration, you will be met by our friendly greeter, who will assist you in locating your rental vehicle and direct you on your way to the mountains.

The drive is pleasant, leading westward along an unhurried 4 lane highway; the Canadian Rockies a looming beacon.

After an easy 1.5 hours, you arrive at your destination. The Fairmont Banff Spring Hotel, located in Banff National Park, our first national park and a UNESCO world heritage site. You will now understand why that is so.

The efficient bell-men will take care of your luggage and your car while you proceed to check-in. You will have some time to refresh yourself and do some exploring before you will be met for an informal reception with one of our staff.

At this time the details of your arrangements will be re-confirmed. It is also the time when you will be able to determine what other sites you should see while visiting and learn where the best dining establishments are located.
 

Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Banff National Park
 

From left: Willow Stream Spa, outdoor hot-pool, indoor pool at the Banff Springs Hotel
 

You will be able to golf all courses, while staying at one convenient location.

The hotel will be your base of operations for the rest of your trip, so you can make yourself comfortable and not worry about moving from place to place. The tour has been designed so that you can easily drive to all of the championship golf courses in an hour or less.

Day 2: Kananaskis Golf Course

After a sumptuous buffet breakfast, included every morning at the hotel, you take a drive east to Kananaskis Country. This drive will take you less than an hour. At one point you will leave the mountains only to reenter as you turn south, following the Kananaskis River.

The name is derived from the native language, meaning: “meeting of the waters”.

Today you will play one of two exceptional courses there, designed by legendary architect; Robert Trent Jones Senior. Upon viewing the land set aside for golfing he said: 

“The best natural setting I’ve ever been given the pleasure to work with” 

Carved from the spectacular Kananaskis River Valley, Mt Kidd and its sister course, Mt Lorette, roll gently along the river valley under the jagged peaks of Mt. Lorette and Mt. Kidd. You will discover for yourself why these two courses are world class and recently named by Golf Digest as being one of the top 25 public courses in North America.

The finely sculptured greens and expansive fairways enhanced by the splendour of the Canadian Rockies promise a golf experience unique in the world.

Day 3: Stewart Creek

Today, you get to play Stewart Creek Golf Course, located in the neighbouring town of Canmore, a quick 20 minute drive from the hotel.

Canmore was a coal mining town until 1979. Since then it has transformed itself into a golfing and recreational destination to rival that of its famous sister, Banff.

Stewart Creek Golf Course is built on the abandoned mine site. A world class championship course, it weaves the history of Canmore and the Canadian Pacific Railway into the natural contours and rugged geological formations that are the signature of mountain golf.

Measuring 7,150 yards from the back tee and 5,156 from the front, Stewart Creek challenges the professional player while allowing a stimulating game for the novice. Golf Digest ranked Stewart Creek Golf & Country Club as Best New Course in Western Canada in 2002 and has awarded it a 4½ Star Rating every year since.
 

View of the 9^th and 18^th holes of Stewart Creek golf course
 

If you would like to book this package or custom design one similar, call toll-free: 1-888-867-5448

Save yourself $500 by being one of first to call!
 

Day 4: Banff Springs Golf Course 

Today will be a special one as you stroll over to play one of Canada’s most famous courses: the Stanley Thompson Banff Springs golf course.
 

Club House of the Banff Springs Golf Course
 

Stanley Thompson, Canada's master golf course architect, used his expert talent when he designed the original 18 holes in 1928. The course winds along the Bow River under the snow-capped peaks of Sulphur Mountain and Mount Rundle.

The course offers just two simple things; first, a breathtaking view in every direction and second, a magnificent layout that thrills every golfer fortunate enough to spend a day here.

Amateurs and professionals alike are constantly amazed by its panoramic challenge. From the actual hole design to the optical illusions created by the surrounding mountains, this course will delight and tempt you.

Day 5: Exploring 

This day is designed to allow you to explore on your own and learn what makes the Canadian Rockies such a unique destination.

There is much to see and do. 

You can drive up to the Columbia Icefield, two hours to the north. The drive takes you along the Icefield Parkway, definitely one of the most scenic in the world. The Parkway, which follows the Continental Divide, (the “spine” of the Nation) was named for the hundreds of glaciers that flank its west side.
 

The World’s
 Most Spectacular
 Highway

The entire drive stretches 170 miles between Lake Louise and Jasper. Here you will witness towering mountains, deep canyons and cascading waterfalls. Once you reach the Columbia Icefield itself, you can hop on board an Ice Explorer all terrain vehicle and experience a drive on top of ice that is 1200 feet thick. That is about the height of the Empire State Building! 

Alternatively you can: 

v     Visit the areas many museums

v     Take the gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain

v     Tour to Devil's Gap at the end of Lake Minnewanka

v      Shop at the hundreds of boutique and specialty shops

Or...

You can golf another round at any of the courses mentioned or travel a little further to test yourself on the many other excellent establishments.
 

Today you return to Kananaskis to the play the championship course you missed the first time around.
 

Kananaskis Golf Course – Mt. Lorette, looking north
 

This time, after your round, you should take the drive through Peter Loughheed Provincial Park, on the Smith Dorian Highway. This wide, smooth, gravel road, winds through incredible highlands and follows most of the entire length of Spray Lakes. 

During the drive be on the look-out for moose, deer and elk. At the end of this drive, you will come onto “white-man’s” Pass, with a view high above the town of Canmore. On the other side of the valley you will see tomorrow’s destination; Silver Tip Golf Course.
 

Jack Nicklaus, Greg Norman, John Daly, Sergio Garcia join Stephen Ames this August for a SKINS Game at the Banff Springs Golf Course. You can play the same course as these Masters.

Call Brenda directly at: 403-609-3535 to make your arrangements.
 

Day 8: Return home

This will likely be the hardest day of your tour, if not your life.  

After another amazing breakfast, you have time to loiter among the great halls of the Hotel or stroll around the vast grounds and trails surrounding it.

Finally its time to take your leave.  

You call the bellman to bring your car and your luggage to the front entrance. A quick check to make sure you have everything and you are off.

Depending upon your flight time, you may still have time to do some last minute shopping in Banff or Calgary, before dropping off your vehicle at Calgary International Airport.

As your plane lifts off for its flight home, you bid the mountains to the west a fond adieu. And then you start, very likely, the planning for your return.

 
Memories of a Lifetime

There is no doubt that this trip will bring you lasting memories; memories to cherish and remember for the rest of your life.

You will be the envy of your friends, partners and colleagues.

You will recognize and understand why filmmakers have been using this region as the backdrop for Alaska, Montana, California, Wyoming and yes, even the Himalaya.

Stars of those films have been returning on their own account as have countless others, equally impressed.

And I think you will agree with me, this is likely the real secret behind the win at the most recent Players Championship by Stephen Ames. After all, this is his backyard!


A Luxury Golf Experience of Great Value

Many golfers fly to Scotland or Ireland to experience fine golf. They gladly pay up to $10,000 dollars per person for the privilege.

The golfing experience that I have just described to you, will cost you less than half that.

The week-long package you have just read about is priced at only $4,198 Canadian dollars per person. This translates to less than $3800 US at today’s exchange rate.

Plus you receive these following extras:

v     National Park entrance pass
v     2 day passes to the Willow Stream Spa
v     daily valet parking
v     An evening of fine dining for 2 at one of Banff’s best restaurants
v     Welcome package that contains:

• A Victorinox travel bag

• 2 stainless steel tumblers for hot or cold drinks

•  6 golf balls, extra tees, ball markers and divot device

• and a Simmons monocular so you can see your ball and the wildlife 

The value of all of these extras is at least $350 per person.
 

Tour Details:  Canadian Rockies Golf Experience

• 7 nights at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, deluxe room, guaranteed valley views, with daily buffet breakfast

• 5 rounds of golf at the following courses

  • Banff Springs Stanley Thompson

  • Silver Tip

  • Stewart Creek

  • Mount Kidd

  • Mount Lorette

• Welcome reception at hotel

• Valet Parking daily

• Greeting at airport upon arrival

• Rental of luxury car, SUV or mini-van (your choice)

• Welcome package

• National Park Pass

• 2 day passes for the Willow Stream Spa

• Dinner for 2 at one of Banff’s finest restaurants

Package Price: $TBA CAD per person, based on double occupancy, plus 3.5% net federal sales tax.

Your Vacation Satisfaction is Guaranteed

If for any reason, you are not fully satisfied with all aspects of your trip, we will organize and pay for another vacation to Western Canada of equal or greater value!

We are absolutely confident that you will be more than happy with  your vacation here to the Canadian Rocky Mountains. But in case you are not, you can obtain another vacation anywhere we operate, free of charge.

I don’t know of any other travel company that will offer you such a guarantee. I don’t know why they don’t. But I can tell you why we are able to do so.

Why we can offer a guarantee that others don’t

v     We specialize in travel to Western Canada

•  During our many years of business, we have spent many years visiting, staying and playing at all the resorts we offer

• We are able to select, therefore, the very best partners for our tours and know that they will deliver a high level of service

v     We have excellent, professional staff

• I know it sounds cliché but our staff chooses to live here in the mountain communities we serve because they love being here. From this passion comes intimate knowledge, a local’s knowledge

• This means that you really learn where the hidden gems of the area are located, quickly and accurately

• This makes your trip more memorable, fun and personable

v     We have a history of excellent service

• Throughout our eight year history, we have delivered vacations for clients from all over the world. The number of extremely satisfied is so great that we are completely confident that you will be too

• You can of course check our references with the following associations to which we are a member: Banff Lake Louise Tourism and the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association

Better yet read what our client’s have had to say:

 "...regarding our recent Canadian Mountain Experience vacation. In one word - fantastic! Everything you said would happen did! Our package arrived at our home with the airline tickets, a driver was at the airport...the accommodations were great...Everything went off without a hitch! You did a great job...it was a vacation my family will not forget...we will for sure recommend your company to anyone here who plans to come to Canada!"
Rick, Jodi, Matt, TJ and Mandy Marneris Orland Park, Illinois

"All the arrangements you made worked out just fine, went like clockwork. Hope to have the opportunity to use your services next year." Terry Pate, Grande Prairie, Texas 

“When I called your office, your folks were very responsive and knowledgeable, and I felt very comfortable that they would not drop the ball. The rest is history. Brenda was more than accommodating once we got there and very responsive to all of our requests. She has a great sense of humor and must be a very valued employee.”
Otto Haenlein, Chicago, Illinois 

"You guys helped us with a terrific holiday. (your agent) was a terrific help. The accommodation and logistics worked a treat. You made it easy... Nothing it seemed was too hard...even when a friend of mine lost his glasses at Lake Louise."
Ross Cutler, Australia

"Firstly, let me thank you and your staff for helping to make this the best holiday we've had!...
If you ever need me to give you a reference to prospective UK customers, I'd be happy to do so!" Dave Evans, UK

"I would not hesitate to recommend your company." Dan Lane, Ireland

"Everything that you arranged for us went off without any problems so thank you very much...Banff Springs Hotel is just sensational isn't it?...Once again Brenda thanks for your assistance. Gary Fulton, Australia, December, 2005

"I believe that you gave good value for money. In addition I got superb and well judged advice on the holiday...Many thanks for all the help you gave and the arrangements you made..."
Michael Trevan London, UK

"Thank you very much for the organisation of our honeymoon. Everything went perfect...we will sure come back."
Inge and Gunther Wielandt, Belgium

I thought your service was excellent - very prompt, thorough, helpful and knowledgeable." Carol Varga, CTC, of Carol's Travel, Texas, May 2006

And this from Banff Lake Louise Tourism:

"Canadian Mountain Experience has been a member of the Banff/Lake Louise Tourism Bureau since 1997. As a tour operator, Canadian Mountain Experience packages travel for international & domestic clients, focusing on the Canadian Rockies, Alberta and British Columbia. The company offers a first class product to destination visitors and is known for a high-level of customer service, excellent packages and custom itinerary options."
Nick Thomas, Manager, Market Development, Banff/Lake Louise Tourism Bureau
 

Now it is Your Turn to Experience the Golfing World of the Canadian Rockies
 

It is really simple:

Step 1: Set aside a week this summer to come to the Canadian Rockies

Step 2: Call to make an appointment to speak to our Tour Manager, Brenda Cardinal.

The direct number is: 403-609-3535, or toll-free: 1-888-867-5448.

Step 3: Tell her when you would like to come and that you are interested in the “Canadian Rockies Golf Experience” golf package.

Step 4: Continue to spend your energies and time on your current work and personal projects. Sleep well knowing that the arrangements for a trouble-free, life-enhancing golf trip are being organized on your behalf.
 

What if you can’t commit to a whole week? 

Sometimes it just isn’t possible to commit an entire week for a golf vacation.

We have designed a four night package called; “Taste of the Canadian Rockies”. Brenda or any member of my team will be happy to send it to you. Or if you prefer, we can create a custom designed itinerary, unique to you.

Remember:

Regardless of which tour you take, you will be golfing and visiting in the steps of many great men who have come before. But unlike them, your holiday is guaranteed!

And:

If you are one of the first 10 to respond to this offer and to book your trip with us, you will receive a bonus discount of $500 per person off of the package price. This is enough to pay for your flight.

I look forward to welcoming you to our secret world.

Sincerely yours,

Hugh Tafel – founder and director

Canadian Mountain Experience

Call now to make this extraordinary golf experience your own. - 403-609-3535 -