Alberta, Canada has unparallel beauty that is quite apparent the moment you arrive. While spa-goers and spa enthusiasts will find no shortage of pampering resort spas, hotel spas, destination spas and spa retreat, perhaps the biggest draw to those seeking an active spa getaway will come from its massive foothills and the granduer of the Rocky Mountains, that give Alberta its captivating character as a major skiing destination, offering its vistors, world famous ski resort towns such as Banff, Jasper, Canmore, Kananaskis, Lake Louise and Waterton. Skiing not in your plans? Then flock over to the town of Drumheller, home of the famous Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology, where the desert like topography yields countless fossils and prehistoric finds. Alberta's rich heritage can also be experienced with a vist to its vast farmlands as part of the Heartland, Southern Alberta and Northern Alberta. Calgary, also known as being home to the world renowned Calgary Stampede, is sure to offer you a warm welcome. Edmonton, the capital, is often associated with North America's largest shopping and entertainment complex, West Edmonton Mall, showcases over 800 retail stores and services as well as over 120 dining establishments, making it huge attraction to shopping enthusiasts. No matter what your reason for visiting Alberta is, there's something here for even the most discrimminating spa enthusiast, all set against one of the most beautuful backdrops on the planet.