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Jasper › TA K E T H E R O A D L E S S T R AV E L L E D . Shift into vacation mode — and get the perfect car for your trip, with: • GPS navigation* • 100% smoke-free fleet – it’s like a breath of fresh air • Convenient locations – airport and neighbourhood › › For reservations, contact a Rocky Mountaineer Vacation consultant at 1-877-460-3200 or your travel agent. *Available at participating locations for an additional fee. © 2018 Aviscar, Inc. All Rights Reserved. ®Avis is a registered trademark licensed to Aviscar, Inc. for use in Canada. DID YOU RECEIVE STAR TREATMENT? TELL US ABOUT IT! If you were provided with exceptional customer service that went beyond any job description, nominate that superstar for the monthly Vancouver Tourism Award! Vote online at www.vancouvertourismawards.com SPONSORED BY: BC Ferries, Certified Folder Display Service Canada, City of Vancouver, Digital Hospitality, Downtown Vancouver Business Improvement Association, FASTSIGNS Vancouver, Harbour Air Seaplanes, Hotel Association of Vancouver, Landsea Tours & Adventures, Rocky Mountaineer, Tourism Vancouver, Vancouver Attractions Group, Westcoast Sightseeing, Where Vancouver 54 Rocky Mountaineer Magazine 2018 › window seats are coveted for their impressive views of the mountains and downtown Jasper. Evil Dave’s Grill delivers diabolically delicious dishes, with several gluten-free or vegetarian options to satisfy every appetite. Try the Malevolent Meatloaf, made with bison, or let the Karma Curry soothe your hungry soul. Book a table on the patio at historic Tekarra Restaurant, and let the scenic surroundings accompany your meal. Gourmet dishes crafted with locally sourced ingredients have been on the menu for more than six decades. Coco’s Cafe serves all-day breakfast, with delicious options for all comers, from the health-conscious carnivore to the gluten-free vegan. Many of the ingredients are locally sourced and organic, and the coffee is stellar. The Bear’s Paw Bakery kindly requests that you “Get your buns down here” to sink your sweet tooth into fresh-baked fare such as scones, sticky buns, sausage rolls, tarts, muffins and more. craft beer The first brewery to open in a Canadian national park, Jasper Brewing Company makes craft beer using pure glacier water. They’re part of the Bear Hill Brewing Co. family, which also owns Banff Ave. Brewing Co. and Calgary’s Last Best Brewing. Tap into one of their signature offerings, like the Jasper the Bear Ale—named for the park’s mascot—which is flavoured with coriander, Okanagan Valley clover honey and Mt. Hood hops. Prefer a darker beer? The Irish-style dry 6060 Stout pays homage to a renowned steam engine of yesteryear. tOUrS › Take a gentle float on the glacial Athabasca › River with Jasper Raft Tours. Pull on waterproof pants for the six mini rapids, or have dry clothes waiting. Saddle up for a trail ride at Jasper Park Riding Stables, and let your guide unravel the landscape’s mysteries. Breathtaking views of the Athabasca River Valley, Patricia Lake and the impressive surround- ing mountain ranges await.