Backpacker Buzz

HI in Western Canada is loading up on new discount partnerships across the region and you'll want to hold on to your hats for this next one: 20% off car rentals in the Rockies. Is it just us or does anyone else agree that this calls for an Icefields Parkway road trip?

The deal is at National Car Rental at Samson Mall in the village of Lake Louise. Save 20% off time and kilometre charges when you show your HI membership card at the rental office.

The specifics:

• Renters must be 21 or older
• Insurance isn't included
• Book by phone by calling the Lake Louise location directly at 403.522.3870 or in person
• Discount doesn't apply at other National Car Rental locations.

Samson Mall, 101 Village Road, Lake Louise, AB

HI-Lake Louise Alpine Centre is just around the corner and is a great base to start a Rockies road trip from. Travel up the Icefields Parkway with the freedom of your own wheels and get a taste of the real Rockies at HI's eight wilderness hostels between Lake Louise and Jasper.