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My Luxurious Train Ride On The Rocky Mountaineer

Jim Zim
Jim Zim
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πŸ‘οΈ 874K viewsπŸ“… 7 years ago⏱️ 24:05

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Editorial Summary

The creator documents a luxury rail journey from Seattle, Washington, to Vancouver, British Columbia, aboard the Rocky Mountaineer. The trip begins at King Street Station, where the creator explains the distinction between the standard single-level Silverleaf service and the premium two-level Goldleaf service. The Goldleaf car features a lower-level dining room and an upper-level seating area with large glass dome windows for sightseeing. As the train departs Seattle, the creator highlights local landmarks such as Pier 66 and the Space Needle before traveling along the scenic coastline of Puget Sound. The journey includes observations of BNSF freight trains and a brief delay on a siding to allow an Amtrak train to pass. Upon crossing the Canadian border, the crew celebrates with a flag parade and the national anthem. The trip concludes with a slow approach over the Fraser River bridge, arriving at Pacific Central Station in Vancouver. The creator expresses high satisfaction with the service and the scenery, noting plans to take a different Rocky Mountaineer route through the Rocky Mountains in the future.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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Solid Strip
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A Nibble

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What This Creator Said
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❀️ Best for CoupleOtherFrom Seattle

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Creator's Key Takeaways

Rocky Mountaineer employees are the nicest friendliest I've ever encountered in my travels and the ones serving us in the goldleaf car they're the best of the best

this is the gold leaf car better than first-class in my opinion

it has been a beautiful ride and the staff really spoiled us

I can't wait to ride the Rocky Mountaineer again one year from now

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Book the Goldleaf service for the best views and dining experience
βœ“Arrive early at King Street Station to be first to board

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Dining arrangements for different service levels β€” Goldleaf passengers have a dedicated dining room, while Silverleaf passengers eat at their seats

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the experience like on the Rocky Mountaineer Goldleaf service?
QHow does the Rocky Mountaineer compare to first-class air travel?

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Seattle4 Happy Bacon
Vancouver4Β½ Happy Bacon
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