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Browse more articles featuring iconic destinations, scenic rail journeys, and curated travel insights across Canada, with inspiration drawn from the Canadian Rockies and thoughtfully designed itineraries.
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Canadian Travel & Wildfire Updates
Information and Current Travel Updates.
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History of Banff National Park
Information on the history of Banff National Park
What’s Happening in Calgary – Summer 2023 Edition
A look at all of the special events coming up in Calgary…
Wildfires in Canada and the Impact on Rail Travel
Everything you need to know about the wildfire situation.
Golfing in the Calgary Flames Alumni Masters – 2023
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Accessible Train Travel in Canada
Accessibility on the Rocky Mountaineer and VIA Rail.
Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service
Information about Rocky Mountaineer's GoldLeaf Service.
Rocky Mountaineer SilverLeaf Service
Information about Rocky Mountaineer's SilverLeaf Service.
Sleeping on Canada’s VIA Rail Train
Information about what it's like to sleep onboard the VIA…
Things to Do in Banff National Park in the Summer
Things to do on a free day in Banff National Park
Calgary’s Hidden Gems: Something for everyone!
Calgary is famous for being home to the “greatest outdoor…
Fairmont Banff Springs – Canada’s castle in the Rockies
For many of our guests, a stay at this historic hotel isn’t…
Rocky Mountaineer’s First Train of 2022
In April 2022, the Canada Rail Vacations team were aboard…
Our Journey from Rockies to Red Rocks
In October of 2021, the Canada Rail Vacations team took a…
Private Tours in the Canadian Rockies
Private Tours are one of the best ways to experience…
The difference between SilverLeaf and GoldLeaf
The difference between SilverLeaf and GoldLeaf Service on…
COVID-19: Keeping You Safe on Board
Our main goal is for you to experience world class service…
Golf, the Fairmont Banff Springs and Matt Kuchar
In 2013 I literally moved across Canada for mountain golf.
Grotto Canyon- A unique hike through the Rockies
Grotto Canyon Trail is a fun, easy hike that is very…
Getting to know Calgary, Alberta
Many of our guests ask about coming to Calgary a few days…
Hiking in the Canadian Rockies
Hiking is as quintessential to the Canadian Rocky Mountains…
Some Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about Canadian rail…
Banff National Park aboard the Rocky Mountaineer Train
The Canadian Rockies train chuffs through pine forests that…
The History of the Canadian Railroads
It gets called everything from Trans-Canadian Railroad to…
Canadian Rail Vacations & Alaskan Cruises
Similar to cruises, train-based holidays are a luxurious…
Luxury in the Wilderness: Hotels of the Canadian Rockies
These historic, luxury hotels are available throughout all…
Canada Rail’s History
Our company started as Gaia Travel Services in 1995, but…