I was thinking about what I'd like to do for a week over my birthday in late July this year.
I tried to explain to a friend the necessity of learning about the new tools by saying, "No one knows what he/she doesn't know." An AI can respond with information on which it was trained. It can include things with which the questioner had no previous experience and consequently wouldn't query.
ME:
Create an itinerary for a Vancouver to Vancouver road trip. I want to drive the Icefields Parkway. I'd also like to stay in both Calgary and Drumheller for the nights. List a day-to-day itinerary. Include kilometers travelled. I have an EV.
DEEPSEEK:
Here's a detailed 7-day Vancouver-to-Vancouver road trip itinerary, optimized for an EV driver, featuring the Icefields Parkway, Calgary, and Drumheller. Charging stops and key attractions are included:
Day 1: Vancouver to Kamloops
Distance: 355 km
EV Charging: Stop in Hope (BC Hydro) or Merritt (Tesla Supercharger). Charge overnight in Kamloops (multiple stations).
Highlights:
- Scenic Coquihalla Highway.
- Optional hike at Bridal Veil Falls near Hope.
- Dinner in Kamloops’ downtown.
Day 2: Kamloops to Jasper
Distance: 440 km
EV Charging: Charge in Clearwater (BC Hydro) or Valemount (ChargePoint). Top up in Jasper (ChargePoint at Patricia Lake).
Highlights:
- Mount Robson Provincial Park (view Canada’s highest peak).
- Arrive early to explore Jasper’s trails or Maligne Lake.
Day 3: Jasper to Lake Louise (Icefields Parkway)
Distance: 230 km
EV Charging: Limited charging on the Parkway
Highlights:
- Athabasca Falls, Columbia Icefield (Skywalk/Glacier Tour).
- Peyto Lake viewpoint.
- Overnight in Lake Louise or Banff.
Day 4: Lake Louise to Calgary
Distance: 180 km
EV Charging: Charge in Banff (Town Station) or Canmore. Calgary has multiple Superchargers.
Highlights:
- Explore Lake Louise shoreline or Moraine Lake (seasonal).
- Stop in Banff (Bow Falls, Banff Gondola).
- Evening in Calgary (dinner in Kensington or Stephen Avenue).
Day 5: Calgary to Drumheller
Distance**: 140 km (one way)
EV Charging: Charge in Calgary before departure. Drumheller has a Flo charger.
Highlights:
- Royal Tyrrell Museum (dinosaurs!).
- Horseshoe Canyon and Hoodoos Trail.
- Optional: Atlas Coal Mine tour.
Day 6: Drumheller to Revelstoke
Distance: 560 km
EV Charging: Stop in Calgary (Supercharger), Canmore, and Golden (BC Hydro).
Highlights:
- Drive through the Canadian Badlands.
- Scenic Trans-Canada Highway views.
- Evening in Revelstoke (walk downtown or visit Railway Museum).
Day 7: Revelstoke to Vancouver
Distance: 620 km
EV Charging: Charge in Golden, Kamloops (Supercharger), and Hope.
Highlights:
- Rogers Pass and Glacier National Park.
- Final stop at Bridal Veil Falls (if missed earlier).
EV Tips:
- Plan Ahead: Use PlugShare or A Better Routeplanner (ABRP) for real-time station updates.
- Range: Ensure your EV has ~400 km range.
- Overnight Charging: Book hotels with Level 2 chargers.
Enjoy your adventure through the Rockies and Badlands! đźš—⚡️🏔️ we