Calgary, Alberta’s second biggest city, is a modern metropolis on the edge of some of Canada’s best national parks. Both Banff and Jasper National Park are within touching distance of the city, as well as Canada’s Rockies, making it a great base from which to explore the country’s postcard landscapes of snowcapped mountains, turquoise lakes, and evergreen forests. Calgary is fondly known as ‘Cow Town’ because of its claim to the Calgary Stampede (an annual rodeo festival), chilled atmosphere, and wide open spaces. That said, this skyrise city is a haven for millennials with its unstoppable nightlife and undeniable love for indie boutiques and cool cafes.
Calgary International Airport (YYC) provides direct flights to and from most major cities in Canada, the US, and Europe. It is located 19 km north of central Calgary which can be reached in around 50 minutes by taking the 300 bus from the airport itself to EB 9 Av SW at 2 St SW.
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Calgary is usually warm in August, with highs of 23°C and an average temperature of 16°C. The climate tends to be damp, with an average 33% chance of rain each day.