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Sit Back & Relax Apr 05

Sit Back & Relax
I value convenience. Let someone else do the driving as you take in the scenery, wildlife & history each day. No cramped little sleeper cars with bunk beds. Stretch out & enjoy your hotel accommodations along the route each night.

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Cheers!
GoldLeaf cars have fully domed windows wih panoranic views upstairs & a private dining room with large picture windows downstairs. Snacks & beverages, both alcoholic & non-alcoholic, are complimentary at the GoldLeaf service level.

Cheers, Gold leaf Service

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kodak Speed
The trains travel at approximately 25 miles per hour with some “rolling stops” for photo ops. You also have access to the outdoor vestibules for additional viewing & photography.
photo courtesy of Rocky Mountaineer

Sunflower in Virginia

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

photo courtesy of Rocky Mountaineer

For more info, contact: Jacintha Perera
www.IslandGetawaysTravel.com
(916) 897-9597

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Welcome Aboard Apr 04

Welcome Aboard!

Our hosts stand ready & greet us at the red carpet.
They escort each route, providing service & commentary as you weave through magnificent landscapes each day.
left to right below: Robin, Maggie & Katie

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Go for the Gold
There are 3 levels of service aboard Rocky Mountaineer: GoldLeaf, SilverLeaf & RedLeaf.
GoldlLeaf is the ultimate in luxury with custom-designed bi-level domed train cars. It is the most popular option.
The other categories have only a single level. Amenities vary by level of service.

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Chat Room
Shared journeys are social journeys. These railcars allow & even encourage movement & passenger interaction.
Be prepared to meet & make new friends from all over the world!
Gold Leaf Service
bottom photo courtesy of Rocky Mountaineer
For more info, contact: Jacintha Perera
www.IslandGetawaysTravel.com
(916) 897-9597
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O Canada! Apr 03

Enjoy a VIDEO PREVIEW of the Canadian Rockies by Rail!
http://youtu.be/8tKsokqTP48
For more info, contact: Jacintha Perera
www.IslandGetawaysTravel.com
(916) 897-9597

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Travel in Style Apr 02

Travel in Style
I’ve already mentioned that I am a big fan of international rail travel.

JP on Rocky Mtneer
“I LUV train travel!” she exclaimed enthusiastically. “And I’m not talking about Amtrak. Nope, not at all.”
Don’t I look like I’m having FUN? I wholeheartedly recommend it. In fact, I would do the same trip again!

Well, you don’t have to venture to another continent to experience the pleasures of train travel. Imagine traveling through the heart of the Canadian Rockies in style & comfort. The award-winning Rocky Mountaineer rail company offers 5 different routes in Western Canada.
This is an upscale, fairly inclusive, immersion travel experience.

Bridge near Hells Gate

bottom photo courtesy of Rocky Mountaineer.

For more info, contact: Jacintha Perera
www.IslandGetawaysTravel.com
(916) 897-9597

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Oh, Canada Apr 01

VIDEO PREVIEW
Here is a preview of the award-winning Rocky Mountaineer rail journeys through breathtakingly beautiful British Columbia, Canada. I will be discussing this in more detail!

 

http://youtu.be/VXxgRlIoEgg

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