Tuesday, July 27, 2010

Banff Gonodola

Linda and Chuck decided to take the Banff Gondola up to the heights around Banff. As usual, Doretha and I liked the idea of having both feet on the ground, so we stayed below at the attached Starbucks.

Anyway, here is the departure terminal:

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This is the magic capsule.

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Chuck looks comfortable enough.

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Here are a few views on the ascent:

The parking lot.

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Mountain backdrop to village Banff.

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Lower terminal.

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The parking lot is getting smaller.

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Magnificent view through side window.

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Other capsules.

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Upper terminal in sight.

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Passengers channeled out.

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Good observation platform.

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Temperature gauge.

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Chuck is ready to take some photos.

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Here is what all the fuss is about:

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Time to take the gondola back to the lower terminal.

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Chuck and Linda joined us below where we were sipping on our expensive but delicious Starbucks selections.

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