October 2022
Begin in Denver with 2 days of scenic rail travel to Moab. Continue overland to Antelope Canyon, Lake Powell, the Grand Canyon including Canyonlands, Bryce Canyon & Zion National Parks. RSVP by Feb 25.

Contact me for the webinar recording & the flyer with full itinerary, group rates with group discount & bonuses. JP@IslandGetawaysTravel.com 916.897.9597

September  2022
Overland from Calgary to Banff & Lake Louise & 2 days of scenic day time rail from Jasper to Vancouver. Learn about the geography, geology, history & folklore along the way on this seamless journey. RSVP by Feb 25.

Contact me for the webinar recording & the flyer with full itinerary, group rates with group discount & bonuses. JP@IslandGetawaysTravel.com 916.897.9597

Discover the beauty of the majestic Canadian Rockies on the award-winning Rocky Mountaineer by day. Each evening you & your luggage are transferred to comfortable hotels. No cramped little sleeper compartments with bunk beds & a compact bathroom. Gold Leaf guests enjoy accommodations in the historic grand dames such as the Chateau Lake Louise along the way

We are old enough to understand the cultural reference to “a Kodak moment”. 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.

Shared journeys are social journeys. These rail cars allow & even encourage movement & passenger interaction. Be prepared to meet & make new friends from all over the world! This train company has international appeal & alumni.

Gold Leaf Service has a full culinary team that prepares & serves gourmet a la carte breakfasts & lunches in the private dining room on the lower level. They produce AMAZING meals within this very compact galley space on the lower level.

Many travelers are surprised to find fine dining on the rails. No foraging for local nuts & berries required. There is a sophisticated & diverse menu designed by a team of chefs for Gold Leaf guests. Delish!

Host Matt offers mid morning Canadian Caesars, a variation of the Bloody Mary. With or without “fuel”, it’s your choice. Tasty, either way. There are hot & cold snacks & an open bar available throughout the day on the upper level. The two story Gold Leaf cars have a private dining room with large picture windows downstairs.

I value convenience. Let someone else do the driving as you take in the scenery, wildlife & history each day. These are day time sightseeing rail journeys. Gold Leaf cars have fully domed windows with panoramic views upstairs & a private dining room with large picture windows downstairs. Snacks & beverages, both alcoholic & non-alcoholic, are complimentary at the Gold Leaf service level.

There are 2 levels of service aboard Rocky Mountaineer: Gold Leaf & Silver Leaf. Gold Leaf is the ultimate in luxury with custom-designed bi-level domed train cars. It is the more popular option. If you are only planning to do this once, then upgrade to Gold without regrets.

Your rail 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.