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Midwinter Getaway in Banff

January 14, 2016 by Barb 13 Comments

I’ve just enjoyed a little midwinter getaway in Banff, Alberta.

Over the years I’ve accompanied hubby on countless business trips. I’ve travelled with him from one end of Canada to the other (and back again.) We’ve hit every major city and some not-so-major cities. I feel quite blessed to have had the opportunity to explore Canada this way—while staying at the best hotels.

This week we’re at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel in Alberta. We’ve stayed here a few times but it just never gets old. Simply exploring the “castle” is enough, but throw in Willow Stream Spa and Afternoon (High) Tea and it’s nothing short of luxurious.

I’m not shy about exploring or eating by myself when hubby is in meetings (who has time for that?) so yesterday when I decided to enjoy the ritual of afternoon tea, I requested a large table, in a corner, with windows on both sides …
Midwinter Getaway in BanffI didn’t want to bother the waiter so I took these photos myself … balancing my camera against my chin as I poured tea (hoping it would hit the strainer … and for the most part, it did!)
Midwinter Getaway in Banff Midwinter Getaway in Banff Midwinter Getaway in Banff Midwinter Getaway in Banffmidwinter getawayI really wanted to spread all the delicacies across the table amongst the teacups, linens, and silverware.

My plan would have been to stand on a chair and take a top-down ;) but for the most part I simply sat and drank my tea(s) while eating fruit, delicate sandwiches, scones, cakes, cookies, and profiteroles while enjoying the view …midwinter getaway

After a couple of hours I asked the waiter to pack up the leftovers and I headed back to my room. Needless to say, I skipped dinner last night :)

Today we’re heading home for one night and then we’re off to Quebec … I’m hoping to be able to share a bit of that as well.

Have a lovely day!

Filed Under: LIFE, TRAVEL Tagged With: banff, tea, travel

Comments

  1. TexWisGirl says

    January 14, 2016 at 3:17 pm

    lovely silver setting and what a view!

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  2. Karen Sue says

    January 14, 2016 at 3:25 pm

    Lovely!

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  3. Caz says

    January 14, 2016 at 4:28 pm

    Whoa, that view is amaaazing ! Love your photos of your delicious tea, I think you may have got some funny looks if you had stood on the chair though …lol

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  4. Brenda @ It's A Beautiful Life says

    January 14, 2016 at 5:29 pm

    Oh how lovely, Barb! You are quite the expert and balancing and keeping things from spilling over. Not to mention staying seated in your chair when your creative urges must have been most pressing to get up on that chair.

    Thanks so much for sharing your wonderful afternoon treat! We’ll be watching now for the Quebec shots and stories.

    Wishing you a beautiful evening…
    Brenda
    xox

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  5. Lisa says

    January 14, 2016 at 6:00 pm

    Barb. Gorgeous. So very very lovely.

    Happy and Safe travels.

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  6. Sue says

    January 14, 2016 at 6:32 pm

    I wish I had been there to watch the balancing act! Splendid story with amazing photos! Love!!

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  7. Beverly says

    January 15, 2016 at 7:50 am

    Wow! I can’t decide which I love best, the tea pot, and table all dressed up, or the window view. Thank you for sharing your special time and place!

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  8. Nancy says

    January 15, 2016 at 6:42 pm

    You are a master at balance. I can’t believe you took these shots while seated in your chair…What a lovely tea time and that view…WOW

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  9. Lisa Gordon says

    January 16, 2016 at 2:26 pm

    Wonderful shots, Barb, and I love that you chose black and white for them.
    Safe travels, and have a great time.

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  10. Roxanne says

    January 17, 2016 at 6:37 am

    How wonderful these shots are and what fun! Happy Travels!

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  11. odile lm says

    January 18, 2016 at 1:28 pm

    Wonderful pictures of this silver teapot pouring tea into the cup Barb! You’ve achieved a great performance as you managed to shot and pour tea with only 2 hands! But the one I prefer is your fingers choosing one of these delicate and delicious square cakes… which one trying first? Amazing view from your table… how lucky to be in the middle of such an impressive landscape! Enjoy a nice time in the cold land of Québec…

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  12. Kelly Kardos says

    January 20, 2016 at 7:06 am

    All that white and silver is breathtakingly beautiful Barb.

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  13. Rosa says

    January 21, 2016 at 12:27 am

    These images are gorgeous Barb! The Fairmont is beautiful. I went for and afternoon visit late last summer. And Quebec . . . what a wonderful adventure! Enjoy. :D

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