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Alberta is about to get sexier! CNN Travel recently listed the "sexiest new hotels for 2024" and this upcoming Banff retreat made the cut.

The list, which was posted on January 5, 2024, ranked 24 new and upcoming hotels around the world, highlighting properties "with a little bit of oomph."

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Bright blue water and dreamy scenery aren't hard to come by when it comes to Alberta lakes, but this one in particular feels like a hidden oasis deep in nature.

Horseshoe Lake can be found along Icefields Parkway in Jasper and it's the ideal stop on an epic Rockies road trip. You can pull off and swim into the stunning turquoise waters with picturesque views to top it all off.

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Banff is one of Alberta's most visited places and for a good reason. With gorgeous natural scenery and impressive wildlife, it's no wonder tourists flock to the park every year.

However, some spots are less of a hit with visitors for a number of reasons, like crowds and costs. Narcity asked readers on Instagram to reveal some of the spots they think are overrated tourist traps and people did not hold back!

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If you've ever tried to drive up to Moraine Lake, you'll know the disappointment of being turned away before you can even see the stunning blue water.

However, Parks Canada has announced that personal vehicles won't be allowed to travel on Moraine Lake Road this year.

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It's a new year and if you're looking to get a head-start on travel plans, a small town in Alberta was just named one of the best places to visit in February and it turns into a stunning winter wonderland in snowy season.

It's no secret that Banff is one of Alberta's most stunning spots, but recently it was ranked seventh on a list of the best places to visit in February by U.S. News, behind spots like Phuket, St. Lucia and Rome.

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