Snowy Jasper

Leaving a chilly, but sunny Jasper for a blast through Jasper National Park to Radium Hot Springs, via Lake Louise, scenery was stunning as usual, and there was a light dusting of snow around.

By the time we had climbed up to 2000m at the Athabasca Glacier, it was chilly enough to stop for a coffee, and watch the American/Canadian attempt at glacial tourism - taking a 6-wheel drive, 52-seater coach up and onto the glacier - YUK!

Once over the summit, things started to warm up again, and the snow dusting disappeared. We stopped for a quick bite to eat at Lake Louise, and stared up at the ski pistes carved into the forested hillside. I'm still not convinced about these North American ski resorts - give me the alps anytime.