48 hrs on Luxury Rocky Mountaineer Train - Banff to Vancouver

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  • @Trektrendy
    @Trektrendy  2 роки тому +315

    Thanks all for watching. Next week i'll be taking The Ocean, overnight sleeper train across Eastern Canada. Can't wait to share. Do let me know down below any train or plane trips you'd like to see in future videos :)

    • @larryborders5108
      @larryborders5108 2 роки тому +4

      I don’t know my guy the Amtrak cheesecake still looks the best yet 👍

    • @uknewslink
      @uknewslink 2 роки тому +7

      Travel to India will. Try Air India. Or cruise across the Pacific Ocean from America to Japan.

    • @andrewhurstcars
      @andrewhurstcars 2 роки тому +3

      Definitely do Rovos Rail Will 👍🏻

    • @hollyheaphy1370
      @hollyheaphy1370 2 роки тому +2

      Please do more plane videos

    • @conormurphy9877
      @conormurphy9877 2 роки тому +2

      Would really like to see more aeroplane videos

  • @keithpinn152
    @keithpinn152 2 роки тому +1357

    Hi Will: Thanks for creating and sharing this video. This is a great video souvenir of our trip last week. It was great to meet with you. Keep well. Cheers, Keith & Karen Pinn (Seats 59 & 60).

    • @Trektrendy
      @Trektrendy  2 роки тому +354

      It was a pleasure to meet you both too. Thanks so much for watching, i'm glad you enjoyed the video. Hope it managed to capture a tiny element of the incredible experience we all had. Best, Will

    • @Matt-tx1tc
      @Matt-tx1tc 2 роки тому

      @@Trektrendy Its a scab train that fired all its union workers to pay people wages well under the amount needed to live in this province. Fuck this train and anyone who rides on it. The only people making enough on this train to actually support themselves are the engineers.

    • @hollyheaphy1370
      @hollyheaphy1370 2 роки тому +18

      @@Trektrendy please do more plane videos

    • @baby-ne8vi
      @baby-ne8vi 2 роки тому

      Kj kill poon mj 😅😅

    • @amouryf
      @amouryf Рік тому +2

      @@Trektrendy Can we see economy class videos on planes, and trains, and even boats? thank you.

  • @mazellehabbaz6768
    @mazellehabbaz6768 2 роки тому +119

    I took the Rocky Mountaineer on the reverse ride just two weeks ago and one of the things that was of great use to me is something that you did not mention at all - that is there is a lift in each car for those who have trouble navigating the narrow spiral staircase. The crew is always eager to help in this regard. So going to the dining car or to the washroom is no trouble at all. Th lift can even accommodate wheelchairs. Good job Rocky Mountaineer!

    • @nooneherebutuschickens5201
      @nooneherebutuschickens5201 2 роки тому +22

      Thank you for mentioning this! I was watching this and thinking it was yet another trip I could never take, but this means I can put this trip on my bucket list after all.

    • @mazellehabbaz6768
      @mazellehabbaz6768 2 роки тому +5

      ​Glad to have been of help. Enjoy your journey.@@nooneherebutuschickens5201

    • @secolerice
      @secolerice 2 роки тому +9

      I was wondering about this myself. Thank you for mentioning it.

    • @bogdanmanea878
      @bogdanmanea878 7 місяців тому

      Except the persons with disabilities this is not "a thing". Every person should be able to climb stairs.

  • @elbarkero
    @elbarkero 2 роки тому +307

    Every time I watch a video my travel bucket list get longer!
    Please keep this amazing content coming. Such a healthy dose of serotonin.

    • @kyleedazacluver
      @kyleedazacluver 2 роки тому +9

      Literally same, now I need to visit Alaska and Canada

    • @PraveenSrJ01
      @PraveenSrJ01 2 роки тому +1

      It is on my bucket 🪣 list to go on a train 🚂 cross country across Canada 🇨🇦

  • @Patterrz
    @Patterrz 2 роки тому +175

    The view looks incredible, really cool to see the locals waving at the train as it rolls into town

    • @davidmarshall718
      @davidmarshall718 2 роки тому +12

      I have done this route countless times, although never on this expensive train, the scenery shown in this video is typical, and it is like that for the whole 1000 km. Canadians are always very well behaved and very civilized, you will never see bad or obscence behavior like I saw from river rafters shown in a YT travel video on the new route this company does in Colorado USA.

    • @matador855
      @matador855 2 роки тому +3

      Random Patterrz appears!

  • @markhodge7
    @markhodge7 2 роки тому +63

    Done it in Summer and Winter. Due to daylight, more views in Summer but the Winter crossing was magical. Crawling at 5mph to avoid triggering an avalanche was an eye opener.

  • @traceym1778
    @traceym1778 Рік тому +15

    I am a Canadian and first time I'm hearing about this luxury train! Thanks for a great video!

  • @David-R-Hall
    @David-R-Hall 2 роки тому +68

    When I worked in the travel industry, I booked this for my parents in Gold Leaf 🍁, they thoroughly enjoyed the journey and remarked that it was the best rail journey they had ever done. It’s definitely something I’d love to replicate, thanks Will 👍🏻

    • @vicsams4431
      @vicsams4431 2 роки тому +6

      There are FIVE different Rocky Mountaineer routes. Plus VIA Rail, the Ontario Northland, the Tshiuetin Railway, the White Pass & Yukon Route. All great. You won't be able to chose, so do what I did. Do them all ! Kind regards from, London, England.

  • @707ridah
    @707ridah 3 місяці тому +3

    Im 43, never been in a plane, never been on a train, been to 1 other state Nevada. I live in california. Watching this makes me beyond jelly cause i wanna live and enjoy the world..

  • @JustVaughn.
    @JustVaughn. 2 роки тому +204

    The Rocky Mountaineer really did look like an incredible experience. The weather and the sights were just perfect, and the train and crew seemed like grade A service. Beautiful look to the train and even without rooms aboard the social experience is nice for people open it. Not like your having a social dinner on a New York subway train. Marvelous video, Canada is beautiful.

    • @mattwebb1539
      @mattwebb1539 2 роки тому +8

      Looks phenomenal! My wife has done this tour in Goldfleaf and said it was awesome. We live in Kamloops so are accustomed to seeing it pass through. The Rockies can’t be beat for scenery.

    • @PraveenSrJ01
      @PraveenSrJ01 2 роки тому +4

      I definitely agree

    • @JustVaughn.
      @JustVaughn. 2 роки тому +2

      @@mattwebb1539 i look forward to seeing your home some day!

  • @sandirobi88
    @sandirobi88 2 роки тому +21

    Love all your videos! You do such a fantastic job with all of them. I believe I’ve watched them all and enjoyed them all immensely. I turned 80 yrs old yesterday and am severely disabled and my traveling days are over. But you make it seem as though I’m traveling with you!! Thanks so much for that!!

  • @denisaugustine4478
    @denisaugustine4478 2 роки тому +11

    Hi, we went on this train in June /22 and enjoyed it immensely. The magnificent scenery, comfort , exquisite food and friendly, accommodating staff and meeting of new friends have truly made this a memorable trip. A bit on the expensive side but something you should experience and add to your bucket list. My wife and I had taken a 13 day Alaska cruise and land tour before picking up the train in Vancouver. This train excursion didn’t end up in second place as the scenery and service blended seamlessly into the best vacation we have ever taken. This turned out to be the trip we had hoped for as our reservation had been cancelled upon the pandemic setting in, but we’ll worth the 2 year wait

  • @jacklanista3690
    @jacklanista3690 5 місяців тому +3

    My wife has been saying for years she wanted to take a train from Vancouver to Banff. We did it in a Gold Leaf car a month ago and it was fantastic. Being a photographer it was a target rich environment from the colorful graffiti in Vancouver thru the Canadian Rockies to Lake Louise. The food was incredible. My favorite drink was a hot chocolate with Baileys made to perfection. Be aware that there will be numerous stops due to opposing freight trains, especially the Kamloops to Banff portion. The staff was outstanding. The narrative during the trip with the historical points of interest and advisories of upcoming photo ops and going out on the open deck frequently kept us entertained. Meeting new people at breakfast and lunch was very enjoyable. We ate with people Great Britain, Australia and Taiwan. In the future we will definitely take another Rocky Mountaineer trip on a different breathtaking journey.

  • @craigdavis5407
    @craigdavis5407 Рік тому +3

    That is one of my bucket list man.

  • @VivecsTDawg
    @VivecsTDawg 2 роки тому +3

    I was just talking to my wife about this train on our drive from Calgary to Vancouver, something I think will be doing in the near future, thanks for the video. The drive from Vancouver to the interior of BC is just as incredible, following the Fraser River. It truly is a beautiful place to live.

  • @tomattime
    @tomattime 2 роки тому +38

    Bringing back very happy memories of the first visit to Canada, travelling Gold leaf, spotting bears and coyotes. Actually moved to Canada just a few months later, based on this experience supposedly for 6 months and stayed 6.5 years 😁

    • @Lucysmom26
      @Lucysmom26 Рік тому

      Ha ha we had friends from Germany come to stay with us on Vancouver Island in the 90s. They followed up the trip by moving here less a year later and are still here for almost 25 years now.

  • @josepeka1189
    @josepeka1189 Рік тому +2

    My wife and I went on this amazing train . We will never forget the good time we had. The staff and service were beyond the highest standard like Diamond class not gold one. I will do it again one day . Thank you Rocky Mountaineer for an unforgettable journey . Jose from Melbourne Australia.

  • @joycliffe266
    @joycliffe266 2 роки тому +48

    Canada is on top of my bucket list of places to travel. Your train journey has just confirmed what a beautiful and breathtaking country Canada is and has just made me want to visit it even more.

    • @vicsams4431
      @vicsams4431 2 роки тому +9

      I have done every railway line in Canada (except Churchill). That includes 4 different Rocky Mountaineers (they do 5 different routes, the fifth goes to Seattle). Vancouver to Halifax, Prince Rupert, Calgary, Sarnia, Windsor, Niagara Falls, Toronto, Kitchener, Aldershot, Cochrane, Moosonee, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City, Sept Iles and Schefferville. Plus several heritage lines. I have also done all FIVE railways in Alaska. Any questions, just ask. Kind regards, from London, England.

    • @joycliffe266
      @joycliffe266 2 роки тому +2

      @@vicsams4431 Wow, that's a very impressive track record (pardon the pun)! You appear to have had a great deal of experience journeying through Canada by rail. Thank you so much for your kind and generous offer to answer any questions Vic. It is most appreciated. I may take you up on it in the future. Kind regards in return, Joy.

    • @vicsams4431
      @vicsams4431 2 роки тому +3

      @@joycliffe266 My pleasure, Joy. Always happy to help. I have also done every railway in Britain, Ireland, Portugal, Norway (except Narvik), most of Europe and some of America. Just contact me anytime.

    • @joycliffe266
      @joycliffe266 2 роки тому +2

      @@vicsams4431 😊🙏Thank you so much Vic!

    • @vicsams4431
      @vicsams4431 2 роки тому +1

      @@joycliffe266 You are always welcome, anytime.

  • @AnneMB955
    @AnneMB955 2 роки тому +2

    We took this train as the last leg of our cross Canada train journey back in 2014. Gold leaf too. So wish it was longer than 2 days. We were pampered. Thx for sharing your wonderful experience.

  • @Chanii101
    @Chanii101 2 роки тому +96

    I’m from Calgary Ab, go to Banff often, and I’d just like to say thank you for showing people around the world how beautiful this province is. I just got back from my anniversary in Canmore and we watched a ton of your videos while we were away and came home to see this. Keep going! Thank you for the great content 😊 I’d love to see you exploring the towns

    • @chestpainv8fusion
      @chestpainv8fusion 2 роки тому +5

      Calgary gang 🥰

    • @vicsams4431
      @vicsams4431 2 роки тому +7

      Calgary is a lovely place. I did the Rocky Mountaineer when it went from Vancouver to Calgary. Kind regards from London, England.

    • @davidmarshall718
      @davidmarshall718 2 роки тому +3

      For a city of 1 Million, Calgary is exceptionally clean, safe, and modern, except for the homeless problem downtown, many who are from eastern Canada. In nearly all suburbs you can be perfectly safe walking down the street at midnight, and in some places during the day you can see the sharp wall of the Rockies on the western horizon.

    • @chestpainv8fusion
      @chestpainv8fusion 2 роки тому +3

      @@davidmarshall718 On my bus route I have an incredible view of the mountains! And I can walk outside at like 2 am and feel safe! Love this city

    • @snsdrift1676
      @snsdrift1676 2 роки тому +1

      @@chestpainv8fusion yyc on top

  • @billmusgrave5468
    @billmusgrave5468 2 роки тому +6

    Just returned from Australia, and the journey from Sydney to Perth on the Indian Pacific. Fabulous. The Gold Service cabin was comfortable and spacious. The Outback Explorers lounge was where we spent most of our time... a real treat to watch Australia pass by the windows. The young lady making the specialty coffee really knew her barista craft... The Adelaide Restaurant fare was pretty much over the top... pretty much the same quality as a top restaurant anywhere in the world... and the service... well it was just fabulous. We were one of two American couples on board, the rest were Aussies (Aussies are fun). Highly recommend.

  • @ErlonJris
    @ErlonJris 2 роки тому +72

    The train is so beautiful and spotless clean. As an introvert, I don’t think i’d like the socialising part of the journey 😳

    • @vicsams4431
      @vicsams4431 2 роки тому +22

      Try and say to yourself, a stranger is only a friend that you have not met yet. The atmosphere is more like being for there for each other and looking after one another. The kind staff will look after your every need, and dispel any fear. I have made friends from across the globe. You don't need to break the ice, they are friendly and chat to you. If you go, and you don't like it, say never again. But at least you will have tried it. How about go with a friend ? I genuinely wish you luck conquering your fear. It is not easy. But you are not alone.

    • @ErlonJris
      @ErlonJris 2 роки тому +9

      @@vicsams4431 Thank you for the kind words Vic. You are absolutely correct. And I do like to challenge the introvert inside me. If I do go, I will definitely take a friend along (just as a back up plan)

    • @janemary8339
      @janemary8339 2 роки тому +10

      Me neither😁 I think I'd go with a friend, to have someone I know to talk to rather than be forced to awkwardly interact with strangers.

    • @vicsams4431
      @vicsams4431 2 роки тому +5

      @@ErlonJris Good luck. I wish you a happy time.

    • @beverleyferguson8942
      @beverleyferguson8942 2 роки тому +4

      @@ErlonJris . Please do try to take this trip and other wonderful travels. I took a 14 day cruise around the pacific island completely on my own. It was wonderful and l had the best of both worlds. If l wanted to be alone l could be, or mix with the friendly people l could. Don’t let your shyness stop you. Happy travels.

  • @ElderNewt
    @ElderNewt Рік тому +1

    Highlight was definitely seeing the kitchen staff having a sense of humour haha

  • @BrennenL
    @BrennenL 2 роки тому +5

    As local just a short drive away from Banff, I have yet to experience this train! I see it frequently, but I am so grateful for this video. I love seeing train rides in other countries from your channel, but to see local stuff that I drive through or fly over sometimes, just makes this video that much more enjoyable.

  • @TheDriftwoodlover
    @TheDriftwoodlover 2 роки тому +11

    This trip is moving towards the top of my list. The first class experience is what I’d expect. It’s a shame there aren’t sleeper cars. I think the experience of sleeping on a train would be fun. Thanks for showing off all the train has to offer.

    • @floyd2222
      @floyd2222 Рік тому +2

      hey there - the problem with sleeping on the train, is that you miss all the amazing scenery while you are asleep. Van to the Rockies is a fabulous trip, you don't want to miss anything. cheers! ;-)

  • @lucindayu2541
    @lucindayu2541 2 роки тому +9

    Wow, how modern the Canadian Train is! It’s quite interesting, when people travel across the US , they just drive their own cars, I would have never known that people can view the Rocky Mountains so closely just by taking on board.

  • @KDParkes
    @KDParkes Рік тому

    Kamloops is my hometown... We've been watching this train come into our town for over 30 years....meeting some of the people is always a highlight of my childhood.

  • @lk2704
    @lk2704 2 роки тому +56

    These train videos are awesome. Always fun to see new train designs

    • @Trektrendy
      @Trektrendy  2 роки тому +6

      Before doing this, i never realised there were so many! Thanks for watching :)

  • @lornaharvey2859
    @lornaharvey2859 2 роки тому

    Thanks for this wonderful video. When I got married in 1968, my husband and I took a train from New Westminster to Jasper, Alberta. The train was also overnight, but the accommodations were not as luxurious as the Rocky Mountainer. Loved seeing all the beautiful scenery in your video.

  • @VaveeDances
    @VaveeDances 2 роки тому +3

    One of our favorite journeys. Last autumn, We did the round trip from Vancouver to Banff and back again….with several days in the Canadian National Parks in between (Lake Louise and Jasper) It was glorious

  • @martinquarton184
    @martinquarton184 Рік тому

    This is a better guide to the Rocky Mountaineer train than you see on tv. A better description of what to expect.

  • @danmccarthy4700
    @danmccarthy4700 2 роки тому +9

    The Canadian Rockies are on my bucket list of things to see. This looks like an amazing way to experience them.

    • @floyd2222
      @floyd2222 Рік тому +1

      you must do this, whether by car or train. Either way - you are right.in.the.middle.of.it. So awesome and humbling. Best to you!!

    • @codelong1592
      @codelong1592 Рік тому

      I’ve driven threw twice and almost got in a car accident both times because I couldn’t stop taking in the views. Going by train seems like a much better idea

  • @cedricnicholson7446
    @cedricnicholson7446 2 роки тому +2

    This is something I've always wanted to do. As you can see most passengers are older and wealthy because the trip is quite expensive and younger travelers won't spend over $2,000 for a train ride. I'm glad you got to experience our mountains and are sharing it with the world.

  • @choochoo9788
    @choochoo9788 2 роки тому +4

    I work as a conductor for CP from Revelstoke to Field. It's nice seeing the Rocky in the summertime. A nice reminder from the long days that were lucky to work in some beautiful country. Hope you enjoyed your time on the CPR!

    • @crustybastard1068
      @crustybastard1068 2 роки тому

      Why don't you talk about the HP of your mountain locomotive ?

  • @williamryan1984
    @williamryan1984 2 роки тому

    Greetings from Ireland. My Wife & I did this trip about 2012. Wonderful Memories. After Vancouver, we crossed Canada by Rail to Nova Scotia. A Holiday of a Lifetime.

  • @mindlessdroid3630
    @mindlessdroid3630 2 роки тому +4

    Really enjoy your videos. My wife has Parkinson's and I'm her caregiver we can't travel like we used to so your videos are a great substitute and also very relaxing after a long day of work and carrying for my wife. Thank you and keep them coming.

  • @pfridell8424
    @pfridell8424 Рік тому +1

    That was a great experience and I enjoyed taking it with you. I think I would have preferred sleeping on the train though.

  • @hawthornvalley
    @hawthornvalley 2 роки тому +7

    Hi Will, brought back memories. We did Vancouver - Banff 8 years ago in August 2014! Boy how time flies, seems like yesterday. You didn't mention that the train splits at Kamloops - although your trip did add the extra carriages from the Jasper portion whereas our "lost" the Jasper connection at Kamloops. I'd love to do it again, but age and costs will probably not allow it.

  • @8astonclose
    @8astonclose 2 роки тому +2

    We did this trip about 15 years ago, phenomenal experience. We were 4 hours late getting in to Vancouver, but the wine and beer flowed to make it "party time".

  • @heatherr0420
    @heatherr0420 2 роки тому +10

    This trip would be a thin slice of heaven for me, I'm an American who loves Canada with all her heart, and hopefully someday I'll travel as much of the Great White North as possible

  • @alancraig5940
    @alancraig5940 2 місяці тому

    Good video. Just back from visiting Alberta and BC. The Rocky Mountaineer Gold Leaf trip from Banff to Vancouver was absolutely incredible. Ever changing sublime landscapes with fantastic food and hospitality. As shown, day one is spent passing through the incredible higger peaks of the Rockies, but the thing the video didn't quite show was how spectacular the day-two leg to Vancouver also is; the rivers, gorges, forests, lakes, and still massive mountains, after leaving Kamloops, are just as fantastic. It was along this part that we saw eagles, osprey, a black bear, mountain sheep, and deer. The whole trip was a scenic and culinary overload of the best kind.

  • @daveholt8422
    @daveholt8422 2 роки тому +3

    Banff and Lake Louise are amazingly beautiful places. I love that part of the world and need to go back.

  • @judyhobday4760
    @judyhobday4760 2 роки тому

    years and years ago my mom and cousin and I had quite a wonderful vacation. First flew to Calgary and saw part of the famous rodeo, rained out. then bussed several miles, then got on what we knew then as the rocky mountaineer. I think three days with nights in motels along the way. The train was not luxury by any means but very enjoyable. Had a lady telling us all about the sights along the way. I remember that the track was privat, but we had to stop to let freight trains pass. We had a wonderful time and the train was only part of the trip, all together two weeks, with the last week on a cruise ship. Your trip made me want to take another trip. Lovely.

  • @kasiasobb1056
    @kasiasobb1056 2 роки тому +9

    I live in Calgary and my dad has always wanted to do this and we have lived in Canada our entire life and seeing this experience makes me wanting to do it as well so thank you!!!

    • @vicsams4431
      @vicsams4431 2 роки тому +3

      Calgary is a lovely place. I did the Rocky Mountaineer when it went from Vancouver to Calgary. I have since done every railway in Canada (except Churchill) and all five railways in Alaska. Kind regards from London, England.

  • @Train115
    @Train115 2 роки тому

    that coach design is so smart, the outdoor spaces below the observation deck serving as a roof, still allowing space in the middle of the car for other uses too.

  • @danielhacker2881
    @danielhacker2881 2 роки тому +4

    As a British person living in Canada not far from Banff would love to do this sometime thanks for taking us along with you

    • @vicsams4431
      @vicsams4431 2 роки тому

      As a British person who has travelled on every railway line in Canada, except Churchill, regards from London, England !

  • @austinfrengtravel
    @austinfrengtravel 2 роки тому

    They are one of the best railway companies you are going to encounter. I book them all of the time and they are indescribable with their service.

  • @andreacart5051
    @andreacart5051 2 роки тому +7

    Honestly so cool to see you do a Canadian tour! And acknowledging the length of some of our freight trains😂

  • @robyoungquist5803
    @robyoungquist5803 2 роки тому +3

    Thanks for the memories Wills. Did this trip Eastbound a couple years ago and must say I’d love to do it again! It was a FLAWLESS experience 😉👍🏻

  • @mrjackpots1326
    @mrjackpots1326 2 роки тому +2

    I've made this trip many times, but long ago when it was part of the CPR's regular passenger service. How times have changed! You had to take a return trip to see everything because it was non-stop and you slept on the train during the night portion of the trip. One time the train was stuck in the mountains all day while they cleared an avalanche from the tracks. I loved every minute of it. It was also a very cheap way to travel. The price of the new train was really shocking to me.

  • @suewyatt1456
    @suewyatt1456 2 роки тому +6

    Fantastic summary of our trip with you Matthew, it truly was memorable !

  • @CSItefla
    @CSItefla Рік тому +1

    Always fun time waving to those that come in on the Rocky Mountaineer. One day I'll ride this train ... one day.
    PS: Kamloops isn't so bad you know.

  • @SaltyBollocks1
    @SaltyBollocks1 2 роки тому +11

    Great review! I've made this trip. It's been a highlight of my lifetime of travel experience. Spot on review! Cheers!

  • @mattblom3990
    @mattblom3990 Рік тому

    As a born and raised British Columbian, this video is a great preview of our area of Canada. The food especially is very pacific northwest Canadian.

  • @rebeccavalicoff1581
    @rebeccavalicoff1581 2 роки тому +3

    I enjoy how you film so to make us aware how it would feel if we were there. Even showing us how you navigate stairs, etc. Good job!

  • @Demosthenas
    @Demosthenas 2 роки тому +1

    Welcome to Alberta. I'm glad you had a chance to review Canada's pride and joy. Few other big youtubers have done this route. I wish I knew you were here I would have been happy to guide you.

  • @sushilaurence1655
    @sushilaurence1655 2 роки тому +5

    Big fan of the mountains. Fresh air makes you wild. The wilderness is something to accept, not ignore. Ignorance can be bliss but in the long term will lead to blunder. Imagine a long path with lots of winding sub-paths, that's life. Personally I'm very excited for the Arctic Monkey's next album. Are you?

  • @siklad999
    @siklad999 2 роки тому +1

    I traveled on this last month but from Vancouver to Banff, amazing journey, scenes were unbelievable! Banff is the most amazing place I’ve been to

  • @nickihetfield-rogerson63
    @nickihetfield-rogerson63 2 роки тому +4

    We took the RM from Vancouver to Banff a couple of months ago and it was an incredible experience. Definitely recommend to anyone considering it. Would love to see you review the new RM USA route as we're considering that for our next trip 😊

  • @donreid6399
    @donreid6399 2 роки тому

    I love how all the folks are waving as the train goes by. Makes me feel good for some reason....

  • @jameslopez9725
    @jameslopez9725 2 роки тому +28

    I love the videos! I’ve always wanted to move to a different country in Europe and seeing the different places you travel to really helps me!!

  • @Hossdelux
    @Hossdelux Рік тому

    As I live in Calgary Canada, growing up I've always wanted to take a scenic train to Vancouver so thank you for the video as it reignited that spark once again

    • @Hossdelux
      @Hossdelux Рік тому

      NO WAY! I was secreting hoping you may shoot some video in Kamloops as that is where my moms side of the family live [and I haven't seen them in years, this year I am changing that though!] but yeah as you say you are coming into your overnight stay in Kamloops you shoot my Aunties front porch haha 8:11

  • @uknewslink
    @uknewslink 2 роки тому +23

    Will ? You have taken us on some amazing train rides over the past weeks but this was by far the best. I never knew how beautiful Canada is until I watched this video. The scenery is awesome. What a spectacular train journey. The train I thought was the cleanest compared to all other trains you’ve travelled on. Oh and let’s not forget the food which looked so good. I could have eaten the salmon 🍣 and the beef 🥩 steak. This train treck through Canada was so gorgeous it made my heart pound. Well done Will this was fantastic.

    • @janemary8339
      @janemary8339 2 роки тому +6

      Yes the food looked very good.

  • @finallyanaccount
    @finallyanaccount Рік тому +1

    I became so anxious watching you become anxious about almost missing the train lol.

  • @marylynneellis4910
    @marylynneellis4910 2 роки тому +9

    Hello! Your last two weeks of railroad videos has been fantastic! The Alaska Railroad journey has been on my bucket list for years, but the Rocky Mountaineer trip has been added to the list. Keep the train adventures coming!

    • @vicsams4431
      @vicsams4431 2 роки тому +3

      I have done every railway line in Canada (except Churchill). That includes 4 different Rocky Mountaineers (they do 5 different routes, the fifth goes to Seattle). I have also done all FIVE railways in Alaska. Done every railway in Britain, Ireland, Norway (except Narvik), Portugal, and most of Europe, plus some AMTRAK routes in the US. Any questions, just ask. Kind regards, from London, England.

  • @philipliu852
    @philipliu852 Рік тому

    Me and my parents watched your your video 8-9 months ago before we went to Canada earlier this month. We were so inspire by your contention this video that we actually booked the exact same trip on the Rocky Mountaineer as well and was surprise on how good it was. Thanks for your review and may your travel be safe.

  • @KewlShannon
    @KewlShannon 2 роки тому +3

    Brilliant! You have done a brilliant job of sharing your travels on our beloved Rock Mountaineer! Cheers, from a traveler and Vancouverite!

    • @vicsams4431
      @vicsams4431 2 роки тому +1

      Loved Vancouver ! Great folk too. Done 4 of the 5 different Rocky Mountaineer train routes, plus every railway in Canada from the Yukon to Labrador, except Churchill. Kind regards from London, England. A fellow traveller eh ? I've done every railway in Britain, Ireland, Portugal, Norway (except Narvik), all 5 railways in Alaska, most of Europe, some of America.

  • @nikkidarkangelpnope8400
    @nikkidarkangelpnope8400 2 роки тому

    I grew up in Kamloops and it is my lifelong dream to go on that rail journey. I hope you are enjoying our Country.

  • @cwess664
    @cwess664 2 роки тому +5

    This was an incredible video that really documents the true experience! Well done, sir!

  • @eisangel
    @eisangel Рік тому

    I did that trip in 2006 with my father and brother, who came from Germany to my Uni grad. I’ve been to Banff hundreds of times, my brother had been a couple of times, and it was brand new for my father. I will never forget the amazing train ride, and watching people react to the Rockies for the first time.
    Btw, I’m one of the eagle eyes, pointing out deer, bear and other wildlife. I think the ability to spot animals just happens naturally when you’ve lived here a few years.
    Thanks for the trip down memory lane. You made an awesome video here.

  • @happe9101
    @happe9101 2 роки тому +6

    Best part of the dayyyyyyyy!!!! Videos put a smile on my face every time!

  • @stephenharper9961
    @stephenharper9961 2 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing this video, it's probably the most world famous and well known private railway companies also well known for their amazing customer service and individualisation they give you

  • @TuckerSP2011
    @TuckerSP2011 2 роки тому +6

    A perfect trip. Everything looked wonderful, the train was gorgeous, the views were astonishing and the food looked delicious.

    • @crazygamingyt7245
      @crazygamingyt7245 2 роки тому

      yes but trains are better in Russia I just went on one

  • @charityrocks
    @charityrocks 2 роки тому +1

    Wow ❤ I have lived in the Rockies watching the Rocky Mountaineer go by my family home my whole life. I had no idea it was a luxury train though!
    They probably honked the horn for you and your filming😊
    PS you went right past my home. I live close to Jasper ❤ It sure is beautiful. Thank you for all of your kinds words.

  • @KM-hk8tc
    @KM-hk8tc 2 роки тому +17

    I just discovered your channel. Watch it while in the tub and get out feeling like I’ve just travelled first class to gorgeous destinations (always slightly smelling of caviar)
    You have brilliantly weaved a travel show with a foodie one. It’s just great. Keep it up!

  • @tessat338
    @tessat338 2 роки тому

    Ever since I read Mr. & Mrs. Dick Francis' "The Edge," I've wanted to ride this section of the rails. I'm thrilled to hear that the trip did not disappoint.

  • @JonThompson118
    @JonThompson118 2 роки тому +53

    As much as I love the flights, really enjoying these train reviews and opening up more options of things to do! Oh yeah usual weekly Sunday vibe check in 😉

    • @Trektrendy
      @Trektrendy  2 роки тому +7

      Thanks so much for checking in Jon - so happy you like the content, mean's a lot to hear :)

    • @JonThompson118
      @JonThompson118 2 роки тому +5

      @@Trektrendy Thank you for the quality videos mate!

  • @SPAMDAGGER22
    @SPAMDAGGER22 2 роки тому

    I've been fortunate enough to have taken this trip 3 times. Although it was opposite direction from Vancouver to Calgary. It helps to know someone who worked there. They were given one free gold leaf package for 2 every year. I got 3 free trips. It was some years ago on the older trains, which quite frankly were probably more comfortable than these newer ones look. I took their Christmas train one year which was pretty cool.

  • @garykee1
    @garykee1 2 роки тому +10

    thank you for reviewing this epic journey! as a Canadian, you have seen so much of my country that i have not yet explored yet, but one day i hope that i will follow your "tims". thank you so much and see you in the next video!

    • @vicsams4431
      @vicsams4431 2 роки тому +3

      I have done every railway line in Canada (except Churchill). That includes 4 different Rocky Mountaineers (they do 5 different routes, the fifth goes to Seattle). Vancouver to Halifax, Prince Rupert, Calgary, Sarnia, Windsor, Niagara Falls, Toronto, Kitchener, Aldershot, Cochrane, Moosonee, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City, Sept Iles and Schefferville. Plus several heritage lines. I have also done all FIVE railways in Alaska. Any questions, just ask. Kind regards, from London, England.

    • @garykee1
      @garykee1 2 роки тому

      @@vicsams4431 congratulations on your previous and future adventures! thank you for your reply and your kind words. cheers.

    • @vicsams4431
      @vicsams4431 2 роки тому +1

      @@garykee1 My pleasure. I think you will enjoy exploring your fine country by train. I know I did.

    • @garykee1
      @garykee1 2 роки тому

      @@vicsams4431 in time my friend..in time..i'm not at that stage to do such things..but in time..thank you again sir. take care and cheers again.

    • @vicsams4431
      @vicsams4431 2 роки тому +1

      @@garykee1 Sorry if this sounds melancholy; but I recommend you don't leave it till retirement beckons. Lots of people do. Sadly, not everyone gets there, or maintains the health and wealth to do it. I live by the motto, live every day as if it was my last. No point getting old and having regrets. The work will still be there long after we have gone. Enjoy life while you are able. All the best.

  • @joshuatree777
    @joshuatree777 Рік тому +1

    I cant wait to experience this someday

  • @icosli5798
    @icosli5798 2 роки тому +26

    Another great video Will! I'm personally really loving all the train videos you have been doing recently, so keep up the good work!

    • @Trektrendy
      @Trektrendy  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks so much for watching :)

  • @ed1019-h8o
    @ed1019-h8o 4 місяці тому

    Absolutely awe inspiring landscapes, combined with the splendid joy of a train tour, trains are so much fun! The Vanc to Banff landscapes are all so diverse and fascinating to marvel at from the Rocky Mountains to Desert around Kamloops. So glad you could experience this famous trip whether by train, car or bicycle.

  • @TrooperClerk
    @TrooperClerk 2 роки тому +12

    It’s inevitable that you and Jeb Brooks will have to do a collaboration in one of these train videos.

    • @Zachyyee
      @Zachyyee 2 роки тому

      Agree.

    • @chancelor
      @chancelor 2 роки тому

      I noticed that too. Kinda weird to be posted on the same day

    • @Trektrendy
      @Trektrendy  2 роки тому +2

      @@chancelor Coincidence, plus they're different trains. Thanks for watching

    • @colewhalen8744
      @colewhalen8744 2 роки тому

      @@Trektrendy Hope you enjoy our wonderful sights here in Canada!

  • @keithlove3888
    @keithlove3888 2 роки тому

    We took this same trip in the middle of May this year and bar none this was one of the best trips we've ever taken.! The food, the staff and the scenery were in our view beyond compare! Our seats were 7&8 which are just behind the stairwell which is similar to a bulkhead. We opted for the gold leaf service. My buddy and I joined what we call The Ski Club or more commonly known as spending kids inheritance! Pay attention to all the info doled out by the staff along the way--historical as well as scenic references because there's a pop quiz on the second day with prizes! I opted for a Rocky Mountaineer key chain by remembering Mt. McDonald! Definitely a trip of a lifetime! Thanks for posting this great travelogue!

    • @relacruz30
      @relacruz30 Рік тому

      How much was for the gold leaf option per person? Planning on booking soon

  • @franksmom3192
    @franksmom3192 2 роки тому +3

    Once again a phenomenal trip ! Gorgeous views , couldn’t spot the deer though !! Thanks once again for a wonderful adventure!

  • @gordonnbarbierhen6514
    @gordonnbarbierhen6514 2 роки тому

    My wife and I just took that trip to catch a cruise ship in Vancouver. I agree with everything you said. Fantastic trip.

  • @ananonymousbean2731
    @ananonymousbean2731 2 роки тому +3

    Man you seem like such a fun person, and your adventures have been so much fun to watch- hopefully I could take one of these trips myself sometime, but in the mean time- your shots are amazing

  • @tayagraham6713
    @tayagraham6713 Рік тому

    I’m from a small city in northern Canada 🇨🇦 about 8 hrs or so away from Banff! Glad you enjoyed B.C, it really is beautiful and to see it from train is one of the best ways

  • @jwrarmstrong
    @jwrarmstrong 2 роки тому +5

    If you think that Canadian rules are Draconian consider this: Canada recently passed 40,000 deaths from COVID.
    Scale that up to the U.S. population it would be 410,000 not the one million plus that they have actually had.
    Proud to be Draconian.

  • @IamTerryJ
    @IamTerryJ 2 роки тому +1

    I went from Vancouver to Banff at the end of May, loved every second

  • @ZachValentini
    @ZachValentini 2 роки тому +4

    Another fantastic train vlog will! Really good stuff and ticked off everything you need to know before taking it! Looks so amazing the views do and congrats on 303k subs!

  • @kittyfoyle2119
    @kittyfoyle2119 Рік тому

    My husband and I have considered taking this trip summer of 2024. You have made it look like a fun and exciting trip. Many years ago we took an Amtrak train from Chicago to Utah. Of course on this trip, we had a sleeper car. It was awful, especially at night. Granted the Rocky Mountaineer puts you up in a hotel each night. I wondered if the Rocky Mountaineer shares a rail with the freight train. Thanks for the video.

  • @michaelfisher6354
    @michaelfisher6354 2 роки тому +4

    Did this years ago and they have considerably upgraded every facet of the journey. Very enjoyable.

  • @PoetWithPace
    @PoetWithPace 2 роки тому +2

    Wow! What a trip! Reminds me of my trip from Banff but via Prince Rupert and Prince George to catch an Alaskan ferry onwards. Not as luxurious as this, but truly memorable.

  • @TaylorStrutton
    @TaylorStrutton 2 роки тому +6

    This trip is on my bucket list. I live in Ontario, and have been out west once, and would love to take this just to say I did, but at about $2000 a person, that will take a while to justify for 48 hours

    • @cruisecrazy7066
      @cruisecrazy7066 2 роки тому +2

      It is about FOUR TIMES the price of a balcony on a 5 star cruise ship.
      Sorry.... It was only ONE night, so it was EIGHT times the price of a balcony on Princess Cruises.

    • @Matt-tx1tc
      @Matt-tx1tc 2 роки тому +2

      @@cruisecrazy7066 its also a scab train the locked out and fired all its union workers to pay people well under what is needed to live in this province.

    • @cruisecrazy7066
      @cruisecrazy7066 2 роки тому +2

      @@Matt-tx1tc Very sad

    • @vicsams4431
      @vicsams4431 2 роки тому +1

      Done every railway line in Ontario from Sarnia and Windsor to London, via Kitchener and Aldershot to Toronto, from Toronto to Niagara Falls (and onto New York), from Toronto to Moosonee etc. Plus the South Simcoe, Orangeville to Brampton, St Jacobs Waterloo, Port Stanley, Ottawa etc. But then again, I have done every railway line in Canada from the Yukon to Labrador and Nova Scotia (except Churchill, Manitoba). There are 5 Rocky Mountaineers. Also done all 5 railways in Alaska, all of Britain, Ireland, Portugal, Norway (except Narvik) most of Europe and some of America. Kind regards, from London, England.

    • @cruisecrazy7066
      @cruisecrazy7066 2 роки тому +1

      @@vicsams4431 OK. I'm impressed. And jealous.

  • @x-zaga4678
    @x-zaga4678 2 роки тому +1

    I have rode on this train myself, it was a fantastic experience and I’m so glad you showed it to everyone. Great work m8.

  • @Zordboy
    @Zordboy 2 роки тому +14

    I'm loving this trend of train videos, man. Please, continue :). Also, maybe a trip to Australia so you can do the Ghan or the Indian Pacific? Just a thought, heh.

    • @Trektrendy
      @Trektrendy  2 роки тому +13

      Both booked for 3 weeks time 🤫

    • @adamfilewood3416
      @adamfilewood3416 2 роки тому +5

      @@Trektrendy yeah can't wait for you to visit us down under

    • @ElusiveTy
      @ElusiveTy 2 роки тому

      @@Trektrendy Enjoy the trip mate, you'll love the scenery.

  • @ekl1457
    @ekl1457 2 роки тому

    As someone who is lucky enough to have been to both Banff and Vancouver I'm incredibly jealous of this train ride! It looks astoundingly beautiful and service appeared Top Notch. I've been loving these train videos.

  • @ljm8276
    @ljm8276 2 роки тому +1

    I’ve done the Rocky Mountaineer twice, it’s amazing and worth every penny. Your video brought back wonderful memories 🏔🚂

    • @vicsams4431
      @vicsams4431 2 роки тому

      There are FIVE different Rocky Mountaineer trains (Vancouver - Banff, Vancouver to Seattle, Vancouver to Whistler, Whistler to Quesnel to Jasper, and Vancouver to Kamloops to Jasper).

  • @pitkind4hardcoresolo
    @pitkind4hardcoresolo Рік тому +4

    I noticed that when you are travelling alone, you always drink diet coke. When you are travelling with your other half, you are knocking down champagne at the first given opportunity. 😂

    • @scotserve
      @scotserve 3 місяці тому +1

      No he doesn't I've seen him and millie not drink any alcohol at all and I've seen him drink No alcohol while his guest gets stuck in. Some people just don't like drinking when their on their own I don't just in case anything happens. He drinks too much coffee and DC.