I am planning a car trip in a loop that will include Seattle, Waterton-Glacier, Banff & Jasper,
possible boat ride from Prince Rupert down to Vancouver/Seattle.
Would like to drive/hike the scenic ways.
Would appreciate any do's and don't, where to stay in or stay away from and anything that could help make it 'the trip of a lifetime'.
Thanks
Eliezer

As you pass through the panhandle of Idaho, go north and connect to highway 200 into Montana. This road generally parallels the Interstate but is separated by enough miles that you feel like you are in another world. Not a highway to rush on but a great way to reach Missoula on your way to Glacier. Hiking in Glacier is wonderful. Lots of 6 to 10 mile day hikes to a different lake every day. Take the boat in Waterton and cross the lake into the US and hike at that end.

Coming north from Waterton, you'll go through Calgary, which is a happenin' city with Calgary Stampede, World Police/fire games and gateway to Rockies. So reserve ahead! Great camping, hiking, etc. in Kananaskis foothill just west, between Calgary and Banff. Welcome!

If you're coming from the Glacier/Waterton are into Washington State, you might consider staying somewhat north and approaching Western Washington via the North Cascades Highway. This route is one of the finest mountain drives West of the Rockies. Keep going west on Washington Route 20 and head south over Deception Pass to Whidbey Island. Drive down the Island and into the Greater Seattle area via ferry from the south end of Whidbey. There are many other ways to do it, but this is one approach that most visitors would not take. That's exactly why you should! In Seattle, check out Pike Place Market, hang around Town, try one of a hundred or so excellent restaurants, then take a day trip up to Sunrise on Mount Rainier. Can't miss. Have a terrific trip!

If you are looking for scenic without the tourists then don't plan to spend a lot of time in Banff. Although Banff is really nice it is becoming very, very crowded especially in the summer and from Dec to the end of ski season. For the same beauty (without the crowds try Kananaskis), if you are trying to do it cheap stay in the hostel at Lake Louise (very nice), tr rafting (Kootney River Runners in Banff is an excellent company - gone with them twice), hike Marble Canyon (short but beautiful -- just on the BC side on your way to Radium), try the hot springs at Radium (or find someone to take you back to the natural source), in Vancouver go to Granville Island. Just a few suggestions!

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Seattle-Do Pike's Market on the waterfront, boat ride around the harbor and islands
Waterton-I don't know when you are going but the peak season is summer. After Labor Day the tourists really drop off. The road through the park is often blocked by snow as it goes to a high elevation, check with park rangers for more info.
North of there is Lethbridge, Alberta and outside is a place called-Head SmashedIn Buffalo Jump, a museum about Indians and how they used to round up the Buffalo and drive them off the cliffs, really interesting place.
Calgary-visit the Olympic Park, Olympic museum, CN Tower, Saddledome, provincial museum near the tower, forget the name but really worthwhile, the indoor speed skating oval at the University.
Banff/Lake Louise-Crowded in summer but take Route 1A when you drive through the park. Drive up the Glacier Highway from Lake Louise to Jasper, and do the other parks nearby.
We drove from Calgary to Vancouver via Whistler, B.C. The Sea to Sky highway, Route 99 is not to be missed.
Vancouver-stayed at Rosedale on Robson, all suites with kitchenttes and close to shopping and restaurants
go to Granville Island, Grouse Mtn., Stanley and Queen Elizabeth Parks.
Victoria-Provincial museum, Butchart Gardens (cafe there is very nice and reasonable prices), skip high tea at the Empress, too expensive and skimpy portions.
Also avoid the International Hotel in Calgary, rundown!