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September 19, 2023
The Best Books About Trains – A Reading List for Riding the Rails
A reading list of the best train-related books to take on a train vacation.
August 15, 2023
Should I Get Travel Insurance?
The question of whether to get travel insurance is one that comes up often.
August 14, 2023
Martin’s Moab Trip
Canada Rail Vacations founder Martin Flanagan's trip and Live Blog from Salt Lake City to Denver
July 20, 2023
When is the best time to travel on the Rocky Mountaineer train?
Hiking is as quintessential to the Canadian Rocky Mountains as swimming is to the ocean.
June 20, 2023
What’s Happening in Calgary – Summer 2023 Edition
A look at all of the special events coming up in Calgary for the 2023 summer.
June 9, 2023
Wildfires in Canada and the Impact on Rail Travel
Everything you need to know about the wildfire situation.
May 26, 2023
Golfing in the Calgary Flames Alumni Masters – 2023
Golfing in the Calgary Flames Alumni Masters - 2023
March 21, 2023
Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service
Information about Rocky Mountaineer's GoldLeaf Service.
January 19, 2023
Rocky Mountaineer SilverLeaf Service
Information about Rocky Mountaineer's SilverLeaf Service.
November 14, 2022
What to Pack for a Canadian Train Trip
Tips on what to pack for a Canadian train trip and how much luggage you are allowed.
September 23, 2022
Sleeping on Canada’s VIA Rail Train
Information about what it's like to sleep onboard the VIA Rail train in Canada.
August 15, 2022
Things to Do in Banff National Park in the Summer
Things to do on a free day in Banff National Park
July 28, 2022
Calgary’s Hidden Gems: Something for everyone!
Calgary is famous for being home to the “greatest outdoor show on earth” – otherwise known as the…
June 30, 2022
Fairmont Banff Springs – Canada’s castle in the Rockies
For many of our guests, a stay at this historic hotel isn’t a highlight— it’s a must. And why…
April 26, 2022
Rocky Mountaineer’s First Train of 2022
In April 2022, the Canada Rail Vacations team were aboard the first Rocky Mountaineer train of the…
January 20, 2022
Our Journey from Rockies to Red Rocks
In October of 2021, the Canada Rail Vacations team took a staff trip down to the United States in…
January 6, 2022
Private Tours in the Canadian Rockies
Private Tours are one of the best ways to experience Canada's natural beauty
December 17, 2021
The difference between SilverLeaf and GoldLeaf
The difference between SilverLeaf and GoldLeaf Service on the Rocky Mountaineer train
October 12, 2021
COVID-19: Keeping You Safe on Board
Our main goal is for you to experience world class service while still being as safe as possible…
April 22, 2021
Halifax – The Heart and Soul of Canada
If you are looking for an authentic Canadian experience, the East Coast is definitely where its at.
March 18, 2021
Jasper’s Best Kept Secret
Whether you are a passionate stargazer, a city dweller that hasn’t seen the night sky in some time,…
March 17, 2021
Golf, the Fairmont Banff Springs and Matt Kuchar
In 2013 I literally moved across Canada for mountain golf.
March 15, 2021
Grotto Canyon- A unique hike through the Rockies
Grotto Canyon Trail is a fun, easy hike that is very popular and appropriate for just about anyone…
February 9, 2021
Getting to know Calgary, Alberta
Many of our guests ask about coming to Calgary a few days before they start their tour in order to…
January 20, 2021
Experiencing Spring on the Banff Gondola
One of the best meals I've ever had in my life was atop the Banff Gondola on Sulphur Mountain.
January 19, 2021
Hiking in the Canadian Rockies
Hiking is as quintessential to the Canadian Rocky Mountains as swimming is to the ocean.
December 2, 2020
Red Rocks – My New Favourite Tour
Both my friends, and the staff here at Canada Rail Vacations know that one of my favourite places…
November 23, 2020
How to get the Best Seat Aboard the Rocky Mountaineer
There are no bad seats aboard this staple of the Canadian Rocky Mountains
March 19, 2020
Banff National Park aboard the Rocky Mountaineer Train
The Canadian Rockies train chuffs through pine forests that cover most of Western Canada.
February 1, 2020
The History of the Canadian Railroads
It gets called everything from Trans-Canadian Railroad to simply Canada Train, but after riding it…
February 11, 2019
Canadian Rail Vacations & Alaskan Cruises
Similar to cruises, train-based holidays are a luxurious and relaxing way to take in the scenery
August 17, 2018
Luxury in the Wilderness: Hotels of the Canadian Rockies
These historic, luxury hotels are available throughout all of our tours through the Canadian…
March 25, 2011
Canada Rail’s History
Our company started as Gaia Travel Services in 1995, but the ideas for it arose much earlier.