As has been said above, no heliport or airstrip at Banff as it is was closed in late 90's by National Parks Board.
I would suggest Vancouver, nearest Intl Airport for Whistler, has better air connections from Pacific and as good as Calgary from Europe, or US. Whistler, has 7.5% BC Provincial Sales Tax on most things, whereas Banff, has no provincial sales tax. Either is good and scenery is very similiar. Whistler has more varied scenery in the area, ocean and islands immediately West.
Good choice whichever you decide.
Last edited by canuck slf; 4th Sep 2004 at 06:33.