Easter Weekend in Canada extends from friday to monday, which means a holiday of up to 4 days! That was the main catalyst for a weekend getaway out of Edmonton. The S'porean society people had discussed to go to Jasper National Park to do some hiking and biking.
Even though its my 2nd time there, the place is still beautiful and still gives a lift to one's spirit. We travelled in a group of eight that also included wee wei, ashwin, edward and sarah.
We rented two cars from discount cars rental, they are xiao hong:A KIA Rio and medium hong : A Pontiac.
Gathering at Lister centre on Friday Morning to discuss the route plans and pit stops.
I drove from Edmonton to Jasper which is a distance of about 350+km. A tiring 3-4hr drive but had Alwyn blasting music that helped alot! And Alwyn drove when we were in Jasper itself. 
Splendid views of Jasper
We stayed at HI-Jasper hostel. It was the first time that I stayed in a huge shared Dorm with the rest of the travellers. I guess Ive been inducted into true hostel living! This is the third HI-hostel that Ive stayed in my time here in Alberta with Athabasca Falls and Banff being the other two hostels.
The common area/lounge where people dine and congregate..
Town of Jasper: We went for a leisure stroll on the first day as it was too late to do any hiking so we just walked around the town. Very small, we covered 3 rounds within 2 hours.
This is the theatre where we caught a movie! We watched Alice in Wonderland.
The famous Bear's Paw bakery that sells superb pastries and Coffee.
Another sweet and chocolate shop.
Had Triple Chocolate Brownie Ice cream with chocolate-dipped cone.
Strawberry and chocolate Danish with Hot Chocolate! Superb!
Gathering at Lister centre on Friday Morning to discuss the route plans and pit stops.I drove from Edmonton to Jasper which is a distance of about 350+km. A tiring 3-4hr drive but had Alwyn blasting music that helped alot! And Alwyn drove when we were in Jasper itself. 
Splendid views of Jasper
We stayed at HI-Jasper hostel. It was the first time that I stayed in a huge shared Dorm with the rest of the travellers. I guess Ive been inducted into true hostel living! This is the third HI-hostel that Ive stayed in my time here in Alberta with Athabasca Falls and Banff being the other two hostels.
The common area/lounge where people dine and congregate..
Town of Jasper: We went for a leisure stroll on the first day as it was too late to do any hiking so we just walked around the town. Very small, we covered 3 rounds within 2 hours.
This is the theatre where we caught a movie! We watched Alice in Wonderland.
The famous Bear's Paw bakery that sells superb pastries and Coffee.
Another sweet and chocolate shop.
Had Triple Chocolate Brownie Ice cream with chocolate-dipped cone.
Strawberry and chocolate Danish with Hot Chocolate! Superb! A chocolate is given for each drink!
We rented mountain bikes and decided to bike a loop of lakes around the Jasper town!
We got the KONA bikes, full suspension and was pretty new. Its crankset is the latest Shimano SLX.
Everyone gathering before we set off!
Off we go!
Sarah and Wee Wei using the tandem bike!
I enjoyed riding the mountainous region! Did the topoing also!
The Wapiti section: Bridge that led to lake beauvert.
On the bridge..
The streams of water provide a picturesque- scene with the mountains.
Lake Beauvert! Full of geese! They were so noisy!
This is Lake Annette. Its still fully frozen.
We threw loads of rocks and pebbles trying to "skip" it on a frozen lake. Obviously impossible!
We rented mountain bikes and decided to bike a loop of lakes around the Jasper town!
We got the KONA bikes, full suspension and was pretty new. Its crankset is the latest Shimano SLX.
Everyone gathering before we set off!
Off we go!
Sarah and Wee Wei using the tandem bike!
I enjoyed riding the mountainous region! Did the topoing also!
The Wapiti section: Bridge that led to lake beauvert.
On the bridge..
The streams of water provide a picturesque- scene with the mountains.
Lake Beauvert! Full of geese! They were so noisy!And the lake is still semi-frozen.
This is Lake Annette. Its still fully frozen. Sarah Sarah, poor thing. She fell down after this when we were making our way back to Jasper town, when a car got too close to her and she swerved her bike and fell. She had scratches and abrasion on her hands and elbow...
We threw loads of rocks and pebbles trying to "skip" it on a frozen lake. Obviously impossible!
Ended up making the frozen lake look littered with rockes. Way to go in leaving a mark.
Look at the rocks behind us!
With the Jasper sign..
Had Lunch at Papa Georges'! This is my 2nd time here and I had the same dish again. The AAA Alberta steak topped with sauteed onions and mushrooms.
Had it medium rare and it was a gd decision because it remained juicy and the sauteed stuff was so good!
After lunch, we went to visit Maligne Lake, which was still completely frozen so im not posting up the photos. And we also visited Maligne Canyon
On our way to Athabasca Falls, some herd of sheep were blocking our way!
The Falls look way better now! Most of the ice has melted.
The falls are semi-flowing..
After a day of travelling and activities, we headed back to cook our dinner! Pasta making was really a no-brainer.
Messing around with the pasta and the sauce.
Sarah also brought chicken soup to add on to the pasta!
After bathing, i was combing my hair and realised that I could already tie up my back into a ponytail!
Third day morning! Time to head back to Edmonton.
Look at the rocks behind us!
With the Jasper sign..
Had Lunch at Papa Georges'! This is my 2nd time here and I had the same dish again. The AAA Alberta steak topped with sauteed onions and mushrooms.
Had it medium rare and it was a gd decision because it remained juicy and the sauteed stuff was so good!
After lunch, we went to visit Maligne Lake, which was still completely frozen so im not posting up the photos. And we also visited Maligne Canyon
On our way to Athabasca Falls, some herd of sheep were blocking our way!
The Falls look way better now! Most of the ice has melted.
The falls are semi-flowing..
After a day of travelling and activities, we headed back to cook our dinner! Pasta making was really a no-brainer.
Messing around with the pasta and the sauce.
Sarah also brought chicken soup to add on to the pasta!
After bathing, i was combing my hair and realised that I could already tie up my back into a ponytail!
Third day morning! Time to head back to Edmonton.We visited the other bear's paw bakery. Its basically the same but its slightly larger.
I had the Apple Streudel and cherry Danish. Both which were good. I also had the Chocolate Chai which is a great combination between chocolate and chai tea. I had ordered the Creamy Coconut Chicken soup and the rest followed in ordering the soup as well.
I had the Apple Streudel and cherry Danish. Both which were good. I also had the Chocolate Chai which is a great combination between chocolate and chai tea. I had ordered the Creamy Coconut Chicken soup and the rest followed in ordering the soup as well.
It was a great getaway and gives my spirits a lift!
Now its back to Edmonton to prepare for the final exams!
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