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2013 IDA CONVENTION AND TRADE SHOW 9 OCT WEDNESDAY - BANFF SPRINGS HOTEL Perched in the majestic Canadian Rockies in Banff National Park, the Fairmont Banff Springs is in the midst of the rustic beauty, at the convergence of the Bow and Spray rivers, just above Bow Falls. Few hotels in the world can rival the majesty, hospitality and scenery of The Fairmont Banff Springs. Its unique blend of opulence and seclusion has been a symbol of Rocky Mountain magnificence for more than a century. Styled after a Scottish baronial castle, The Fairmont Banff Springs offers stunning vistas, championship golf courses, classic cuisine and Willow Stream, a world class Europeanstyle spa. Experience timeless beauty and luxurious comfort in a pristine wilderness. The Willow Stream Spa has deservedly collected a plethora of awards over the years, including being named the Top Hotel Spa in the U.S. and Canada by Travel and Leisure Magazine, the Best Alpine Hotel Spa in the World from the UK Public Snow Awards, and most recently a 2008 Reader's Choice Award from Spa Finder Magazine. Once you step inside and immerse yourself in this incredible spa experience, you'll understand why this spa continues to haul in awards year after year. Highlights include eucalyptus inhalation rooms, several waterfall treatment whirlpools, and an indoor European therapeutic mineral pool. Reminiscent of the hot springs that beckoned travelers to this region over a century ago, the pulsating waterfalls and the mineral pool in the heart of the spa rejuvenate tired muscles and soothe troubled spirits. The intensity of the oxygen at this high Rocky Mountain altitude inspires a clarity of thought and renews sense of purpose. The Willow Stream Spa is indeed a tough act to follow, but the accomodations at the Fairmont Banff Springs give it a run for its money. The Fairmont Banff springs features the steakhouse and traditional Canadian dining that you would expect at a Rocky Mountain resort, but it also offers cosmopolitan options like a wine bar and a sushi bar. Although it would be tempting to stay by the fi re and finish your favorite novel, guests would be remiss to not take advantage of the outdoor activities that Banff Springs has to offer. Golfers will be delighted by the Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course, which is a captivating and challenging course set in the heart of the lush pines 8 of Banff's parkland. From the actual design of each hole to the optical illusions created by the surrounding mountains, this course will delight and tempt you. The Fairmont Banff Springs offers all the amenities of a worldclass resort, with 768 superbly appointed guest accommodations and attentive, personalized service. From cozy rooms tucked away in quiet corners of the castle to spacious suites with sweeping Alberta mountain views, there is a place for you. The Fairmont rooms reserved for the IDA Convention have a rate of $199 (normally $499). Upgrades are available if you wish. Nestled along the banks of the Bow River, at an elevation of 1,372 meters, is the Town of Banff. The town is the heart of the National Park and within hundreds of yards from the Banff Springs Hotel. With a population of approximately 10,000 residents, Banff boasts such attractions as the Banff Springs Hotel and Golf Course, Cave and Basin Historic Site, Upper Hot Springs Pool and the Sulphur Mountain Gondola. A tourist town fi lled with boutique shops, museums, and restaurants to fit all appetites and wallet size. Register by enclosed form OR online at www.idaparts.org