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Tuesday Travel Chat | Rocky Mountaineer's "First Passage to the West" Canada Train Journey

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Other · SummerFrom Vancouver

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Creator's Key Takeaways

the rocky mountaineers been around for over 30 years and well i think you perfected the art of luxury scenic daylight train tours

we travel by daylight and we do five-star service and gourmet dining on board our rail cars all the drinks are included

the train is the experience all the beautiful scenery that you get to see and you know in the comfort of this gorgeous train

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Book excursions early as they sell out quickly.
✓Arrive in Vancouver a few days early to account for potential flight cancellations.
✓Consider booking in April or May for lower prices and fewer crowds.
✓If visiting Vancouver for the first time, stay a minimum of three nights.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Sleeping on a train — Rocky Mountaineer travels by daylight so you sleep in luxury hotels at night.
Missing connections due to flight delays — Arrive a few days early to ensure you don't miss your train departure.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the difference between Gold Leaf and Silver Leaf service?
QDo I have to sleep on the train?
QCan the train accommodate passengers in wheelchairs?
QWhat are the best times of year to visit the Canadian Rockies?
QAre there dining options available on land?

Port Highlights

Banff4½ Happy Bacon
Calgary3½ Happy Bacon
Top: Calgary Stampede ($100)
Glenwood Springs4 Happy Bacon
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Tuesday Travel Chat | Today, we are joined by Paul Corrigan from Rocky Mountaineer who will discuss with us today's featured itinerary "First Passage to the West." Guests can begin or end their journey in Vancouver or Calgary, and experience the best of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. This journey includes ample time in the pristine mountain towns of Banff and Lake Louise with scenic tours between the towns where guests can enjoy the Banff Gondola, Yoho National Park and more! 🌍 Click below to start your travel planning journey: https://gotravel.com/inquiry 🙋‍♀️ JOIN OUR TEAM We are looking for experienced travel advisors, corporate travel planners, as well as passionate individuals who would like to get started in the travel industry. Whether you are an industry veteran or brand new to travel, we would love to chat with you about joining our team of expert travel designers. Click below to connect with us! https://gotravel.com/careers