The Hostel Bear, Canmore, Alberta!

It's almost time for ski season so why not start planning your accommodation now? The Hostel Bear, Canmore is ideally located next to the Rockies for all you skiiers out there. Their big comfy, leather couches and gas fire are also great after a day of -30 temperatures. And the local Grizzly Paw beer they have on draft aint that bad either. Prices are inexpensive versus other accommodation it area. Dorm beds start at $35 per night. 

Here are just a few reasons to stay at The Hostel Bear:

• Great location to explore and ski the Rockies
• Comfortable and warm lounge and games room to meet other travellers
• Ambient heated flooring
• Discounts from local merchants
• Free wifi, coffee and tea
• Free parking

You can find out more and start planning your trip here: http://www.thehostelbear.com/

Hostel of the Week, October 1st to October 7th 2014

Backpackers Hostels Canada

Win a Whistler Blackcomb getaway!

Wanna ski in Whistler Blackcomb but you're on a backpacker budget? VPO and Icebreaker are proud to present a competition which will help you do exactly that! All you need to do is click on the link for your chance to win. You can also enter as many times as you want. Good luck! Click here to enter!

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Samesun Banff Backpackers

Samesun Banff is the perfect place to base yourself in Alberta's iconic Rocky Mountains in both summer and winter.

Accommodation are centrally located right on Banff Avenue. The hostel is just a quick walk to downtown Banff's shops, restaurants and bars. Varied attractions and activities suit all traveler tastes and backpacker budgets. Shuttle busses to the local ski and snowboarding mountains will pick you up just steps from the hostel's front door. The Samesun hostels have been providing quality accommodation to backpackers looking for a gateway into Alberta’s great outdoors in the Rocky Mountains with it's beautiful vistas and adventures.

Samesun Backpackers provides top quality, affordable accommodation with Samesun Backpackers when you get back from a long day exploring. This is a Canadian holiday you will never forget!

Hostel of the Week, Nov. 4th to Nov. 28th 2012
Submitted by Kennedy Jones
Backpackers Hostels Canada

Fireside Lodge, Whistler BC

The Fireside Lodge is a family-type members club that also accepts the general public. Pride is taken in their quiet and clean environment, close to the Village and skiing. There is both dorm style accommodation as well as private rooms. Enjoy the large communal, well stocked kitchen, comfortable lounge with fireplace and games room with free pool, ping pong and fooseball tables. You can also relax after a big day of skiing or mountain biking in the sauna. There is lots of free parking. Alternatively you need only walk a short distance to the transit bus stop.

Hostel of the Week, March 20th to 27th 2011
Submitted by Kennedy Jones
Backpackers Hostels Canada

Sun Peaks Hostel, British Columbia

Sun Peaks Hostel, British Columbia

A HOME AWAY FROM HOME!

"Sun Peaks International Hostel offers you ski-in/ski-out accommodation from $29 per night! You'll have all the amenities of home at this winter getaway including a fully equipped kitchen, large relaxing lounge area, TV/DVD, free WiFi, lockers, laundry facilities and private rooms!

We certainly have no shortage of activities like Golf & Horseback riding during the summer and our lifts are open for Bikers & Hikers to enjoy our mountains and we endeavour to help make your stay full of fun and excitement."

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Hostel of the week, March 21st to March 29th 2010
submitted by Kennedy Jones
Backpackers Hostels Canada

The Powder Highway Ultimate Ski Bum Blow Your Mind Contest

The Powder Highway Ultimate Ski Bum Blow Your Mind Contest!

Ski Bums and nonskiers alike will find this video HILARIOUS!!!! Its worth taking three minutes and thirty eight seconds to watch if you love a well-done video and a good laugh. If you are a Ski Bum, you will definitely consider entering the contest.

About the contest (as found in www.powderhighway.com):

"One lucky Ski Bum will win a 3 Month Journey along the Powder Highway [a large area of mountainous British Columbia with a great many ski areas and ski operations including Alpine Ski Resorts, Backcountry Skiing, Heli-Skiing, Nordic Skiing, and Snow-cat Skiing areas]. The winner will also get Free Lift Tickets at all of the Resorts, 15 days of Heli and Cat Skiing, Accommodation and Transportation provided. This place has long been a haven for Ski Bums from around the world. We're sharing that adventure through the experiences of one person - the Ultimate Ski Bum. No agenda, no job, just snow, mountains and a road that links it all together.

Create your own entry video (90 seconds max) that explains why you should be chosen to be the Ultimate Ski Bum. Entry submission details are below. Entries MUST have a YouTube link to your Video Entry to be eligible."

Check out the video for more details and a good laugh.

Feature of the Week November 10th to 15th 2009
Submitted by Kennedy Jones
Backpackers Hostels Canada