97hrs on Luxury Canadian Sleeper Train | Toronto to Vancouver
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Today I'm taking The Canadian sleeper train for 97 hours across the North American continent from Toronto all the way to Vancouver on the Pacific coastline. I'll be travelling in Prestige class which is the most luxurious First Class sleeper cabin offered by Via rail but the excitement only starts with my ensuite bedroom. Join me as we explore the Park Car with it's private lounge, elegant dining carriage serving up hearty meals and of course the dome cars! We'll go from forests, to great plains to the Rocky Mountains all over the next 5 days and I'll be taking you along for the ride.
Thank you to my friend / trav4oilers for the awesome drone footage, go check out Trav's channel to see his recent experience on the Canadian.
0:00 - Intro
3:43 - First Class
8:06 - Business Class
13:16 - Viewing Car
18:57 - Scenic Dome
21:18 - The Rockies
27:03 - The Cost
It's weird watching a video about Canada as a Canadian. No one really big films our attractions and includes history ❤️
We do in Australia 🇦🇺. ❤ to visit. My sister has been and adored your country. I'm dreaming my health issues will improve and I get there.😊😊
Amazing country, popular only by name but the world doesn't know a lot about it. I'm catching up.
Lived in the US for over 50 years, traveled to most US states and three continents. Never been to Canada, although I would like to.
@@louise7552 I badly want to visit Australia too! One day…I hope!
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As a child of 10, I was very fortunate enough to have actually taken this trip with my parents. I didn't know it at the time, but it was in the first class cabin. Amazing trip. At 45 years old, I can still remember just about everything.
Me too. I’m 21, and I remember taking the first class cabin when I was around 7 years old, and the third class. Use to travel a lot around Canada with my mom
@@ghosterci Very lucky! Such an amazing way to see the country. One thing that has always stood out to me was the dining car. I remember always having the spaghetti. :)
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you lucky man,when I was 10,I never saw any train in China
@@user-mj9os8pl4i You're pretty lucky now. You have some of the fastest trains in the world! I'd love to take a ride on a train that travels 400 Km/ph! :)
"The state of On-tarr-ee-oh" hahah 💖💖 Making us sound so much classier!
I wanted to give him a gentle slap for each mispronunciation.
When I was 12 we went to NYC on the train, on purpose for the adventure, in a sleeper, and it still ranks as a peak experience in life for me!
I'm from Australia, and I took this trip back in 1990, and it was absolutely amazing. The facilities now are more polished than they were then of course, but the experience was something that has stayed with me. Watching the mountains from under the glass top carriages was a fantastic life experience. Thank you for bringing it back ! I love Canada, the people are so warm and friendly, and so much natural beauty and wildlife.
Brother what difference between Australia and Canada
Really 😅
Clearly you haven't been to Toronto , mate. LOL
God I wish I get a beautiful girlfriend
Canada is such a beautiful country & the people are so kind!🇨🇦
Will is making me want to pack my bags rn 🚂
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It’s a shame a trip can’t be begin in Halifax for a sea to sea crossing on one train. Missing Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Quebec, that’s quite a large potion of Canada to miss in my opinion with wonderful scenery.
Missing Newfoundland and Labrador. He thinks the entire continent starts in Toronto and people call Americans clueless.
@@neracegirlI hate to break it to you but we do have globes, maps and teach geography in the USA. We’re not all mouth breathing democrats
@@neracegirlAmericans are clueless
Oh, this brings back so many memories. I've travelled back and forth across Canada by this train several times and the trip is glorious. But I do remember how for several days after I'd suddenly find myself moving as though I was still on the train even while I was lying in bed, or sitting in a chair, at home, and was actually quite sedentary.
It’s the train equivalent of sea legs…takes a while for your body to adjust to not moving
@@SaintVodou Exactly. At least I wasn't moving up and down as well. It's still a bit weird to find yourself rattlkng along out of nowhere. 😉
@@janetkizer5956 I envy you your experience; I’d love to do that ride. I’ve gone coast to coast, north to south, on Amtrak, but I wouldn’t call it the optimal luxury train, no matter what size sleeper you have. I did notice the same thing you did: I was a while in getting my land legs back after my trip. I’d definitely do it again, though; the train is a unique travel experience.
i used to own a small sailboat..... after going away on it for a week i would find myself swaying in my bed back at home ^^ thats the same thing... the things we get used to ^^
Good video. One thing to note Ontario is not a state. It is a Province.
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What's difference
No different 😅
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It's not a Province it's Province
I've traveled on "The Canadian" 51x since 1964. I'm a "train-a-holic" with over 250,000 km by train since 1955 mostly here in Canada but also in Australia (1987) & UK (1990) when BritRail still existed. Cheers from Vancouver. BTW back in the 1950-70s the trip only took 67 hrs from Toronto-Vancouver as it had priority over freight trains.
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Have you considered conducting trains?
Very interesting. My husband and I live in Ontario, Canada and are planning on taking this trip next year. Looks absolutely lovely.
I would very much. Like to work on that train.. I don't know what it's called. I've traveled for years.. I'm only 52 years old, and I've traveled around the globe. I would love to be up there. I come from northern Wisconsin. Can you connect with me?
Im Canadian, and did this trip across our beautiful country. The service, food, vistas, absolutely amazing.
Visited Canada in 1981 to attend Canadian Scout Jamboree. Brought back some wonderful memories of Alberta, Canada. Wonderful sites and even more beautiful people.
About 5-6 years ago I took the Canadian cross country and it left Toronto in the evening (10:00 PM) and got to Winnipeg during the day for a 4-5 hour stop. The Canadian actually arranged for a 3 hour bus tour of Winnipeg. Too bad they changed their arrival time in Winnipeg. The tour was wonderful and quite unique. The entire 4 day was unforgettable.
I remember doing the Canadian twice once in the summer and once in the Winter on those old timings where you left Toronto in the late evening.
The old schedule was fantastic for my area and I used the train lots during univeristy days. The newer schedule was setup to better serve tourists travelling on the train for its departure and arrival times into Toronto and Vancouver. The reasoning is that the train has become a major tourist attraction so they did the schedule to better align with internation flights.
I understand it now arrives after dark with only time tp see the station but not fantastic Forks Market at the junction of the Red and Assiniboine. Too bad. A wasted opportunity.
@@marshabailey772 If #1 is on time it arrives into Winnipeg around 1930hrs. #2 arrives a little later around 2100hrs
Just asking, in what way was the Winnipeg tour "quite unique"?
Me and my girl will NEVER be able to do something like this, but at least I can live vicariously through you. Amazing man. Just amazing.
Why never?
@@meanthe9159 I don't have money like that and never will. Even though I bust my ass every day. Awesome right?! Lol
Never say never… you never know❤
@@jodyjackson5475 maybe one day❤️
ok so, via rail does seat sales, and you can get a bunk for a reasonable rate on occasion, i've done the vancouver to edmonton trip a few times for under 800
100/100 for your editing and video graphics 👌 the journey, the services and the knowledge you shared 🙌🙌🙌🙌
What a lovely relaxed presentation manor you both have. I rarely watch these sorts of videos to the end but watched every second of this. Excellent work both of you.
Way back in the "dark ages" of 1969, my mother, older brother and sister and I were moving from Timmins in nothern Ontario to Vancouver. I was 11 years old at the time. We were supposed to have gotten 2 staterooms on the train but, due to some mix-up, we only got one. So, there 4 of us in a tiny room with 2 beds for almost 4 days. Those 4 days took an eternity in my young mind.
The 1950s tin can train is an overpriced embarrassment.
@@myleshagar9722 - They're as iconic as airstream is to trailers. I just took a trip from Jasper to Vancouver and they are super solid, very well put together. Maybe they could modernize the washrooms, other than that I had no comp[plaints.
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What an incredible trip. I'm glad Millie was able to enjoy this epic journey too
Yeah same😂😂
Ofc. Where else would she be? LOL
Man, i can litteraly see my building at 28:03, and its right beside china town
@@slumberinc She doesn't travel all the time with him.
@@shreyas_india I would.
Wow! I had the most enjoyable vicarious experience taking this trip with you two!
So glad to see a video spotlighting my beautiful country. I'm from Alberta and have many happy memories driving to Jasper to ski in winter and hike in summer.
I loved the historical commentaries throughout the trip. I drove across Canada about 15 years ago in summer, it was nice but very tiring and somewhat nerve racking on the Trans Canada at night... so afraid of hitting a deer or moose.. abrupt end to a vacation. The train is much more relaxed. Loved this. What a life, taking tours and sharing with others, how blessed you two are.
Yes please go on the Winnipeg Churchill route! It'd be fantastic to see the Northern Lights & the accommodations
My family took this trip in 1958, from Montreal to Vancouver, when I was about 12. I remember that our scheduled arrival was 12 noon, and we actually arrived about four in the late afternoon--and everyone thought we'd made pretty good time.
Oh so you are now 77/y old right?
@@shahbazejaz3339 Exactly 😀
He’s gonna end up on one of these for a year at this rate
I’m here for it
A round the world cruise would be a good video series!
I’m here for it
@@davesmith6065 funny you say that 😉
@@Trektrendy Will what have you done now 😂
I’ve done this quite a few times. I loved going through the eerie Northern Manitoba swamp in the dark, early dawn, replete with steam raising from the land and one train personnel told me we went through a certain part of the Rockies at night because it was so terrifying to the passengers during the day. And it was! We were literally snaking the edge of the mountain, the train light casting shadows on the mountain. When I used to go it was Via. First class was a full ‘sleeper’, and it took three nights and four days. Nothing better than being in bed as the scenery goes by. Very cozy.
I also used to take the Coast-light Seattle to Los Angeles a lot. But, I think that service is closed although Amtrak does run that route surely. Thank you for your lovely video.
Do you return to Toronto via Train? I know it takes four days from Toronto to Vancouver so going back is another 3/4 days?
@@richieclaw Actually, I can't remember now - 25 to 30 years ago, but Via's website will say.
Way, way back in may 1978 I took this train from Montreal to Vancouver ….nice trip. The rooms sure have improved
I love how you add history to each place, its certainly things that I didn't know. Its my 5th video I think. Seen the flying first class, saw the ocean and whale watching, seen trains, I like how dad is included in some journeys, then both mom & dad and now the other half.
Years ago booked the Canadian from Vancouver to Jasper. Spent a week around that national park enjoying the cross country and alpine skiing as well as snowshoeing and skating. The return trip was via the Skeena to Prince George and from there we transferred to (the then) BC Rail's Bud Car to North Vancouver. It was a fun time and a great experiece.
We took this trip in May 2009. Left Toronto at night with different cabin choices, ours being nearest to your shown First Class configuration.Not a bad meal, great people, beautiful scenery…I’d do it again in a heartbeat! Wonderful video!!
Utterly charming! Thank you for taking us along on this trip.
I have dreamed of riding that train for decades. My parents wanted to do it but sadly never could. Glad it lives up to the hype!
So good to see Millie more & more, keeping you company on your adventures. God bless you both & keep you safe on your journeys.❤️from🇦🇺
Excited to see the Winnipeg-Churchill route! Love watching this channel, it's a huge comfort for my wife n' I! It is like watching the travel channel in it's glory days!
Loved the video. Love when you include Millie. Makes me want to book a train ride across Canada
Thanks for sharing this wonderful train journey. So wonderfully presented. The lovely nature
Thanks to the KZhead algorithm, otherwise I probably would never have seen this video. Thanks very much. I will definitely take this trip. I live in Germany, but that's the ultimate holiday for me, I've always wanted to go to Canada and then take a train across the whole country, no, take a train across a whole continent. Craziness. I can't believe I'm speechless. Thank you for this beautiful video. ❤👍
Seeing this brought back so many memories. I have taken the trip from Toronto to Vancouver and back at least 4 times, and even doing it from the economy seats, it was truly amazing. I never got tired of it, and hope to do it again. Great video as always, and tugged at my heart just a little being from Toronto and seeing all the same spots I've seen in person. Thank you for this.
I love watching these videos - somehow they are so life affirming. And I'm seeing the world from a different perspective.
Born and raised here in Beautiful British Columbia. I didn't even know about this train, but it is definitely on my bucket list now to go from coast to coast. How I long to see the eastern part of this great country as I've never been further east than Alberta. Thanks for this great video.
Canada thanks you for visiting us again. One of the nicest things about that train trip is that gets better each day when heading west.
I took the Canadian from Vancouver to Toronto in 2012 and at the conclusion of the trip I told people the best part was a three-way tie between the views, the food, and the incredible staff. Before I left so many people said the prairies would be boring but I thought they were stunningly beautiful. Always love a dirt road that goes straight all the way to the horizon, and how big the sky is.
I've driven across Canada about 10 times and I have to say I *love* the prairies and find that part of the country very beautiful.
The old joke is "I watched my dog run away for three days"
This was such a lovely video. I almost teared up at how beautiful some of the scenery is. Thanks for reminding me what a patriotic Canadian I am!
I would love to take a trip like this. Canada is a beautiful country. ❤️❤️
I spent 121 days in the train in 2015. Going back and forth from Halifax to Vancouver and lots in between. Was awesome.
I'm glad that you enjoyed The Canadian in Prestige class. I'm a locomotive engineer with VIA Rail and am proud to hear you talk so fondly of your experience with our flagship train. If you ever end up doing the Winnipeg to Churchill trip let me know. I live in Winnipeg where the train starts and ends and would be more then happy to give you some ideas places you can explore while in Winnipeg. Keep up the good work!
I also live in Winnipeg and have been looking to do the Churchill trip for awhile, any recommendations?
@@HyundaiAccentFanClub I haven't made the trip to Churchill yet myself. Though I do recommend spending the extra to get into the sleeper classes. It can be a really long trip in Economy. I have heard that the trip is amazing though as my aunt took that trip last year
It’s is a dream of mine to explore more of the train routes, such as The Canadian! And going to Churchill is definitely on my bucket list !! It is just soooooo expensive !! It probably costs a small fortune to do this, especially with 3 teens … I guess one day !!!
I have a family of 5 as well so I know that pain. When you factor in that it is your transportation, hotel, and meals all in one the price makes more sense but by no means is it cheap. Berths on the Canadian, are a much more affordable sleeper class option and is what I usually target when travelling for the balance in price and amenities
In 1963 and 1964 we lived in Churchill and we took the train a couple times to go back to Edmonton to visit family . Still have great memories of our train ride and how so nice was the porter who helped mom with us young ones there was 3 of us. I would love to do a train trip again.
My mother and late step father did this - they loved it. Of course were in first class.
I'm absolutely loving your channel! Getting to see all these wonderful experiences that I most likely will never have😅 I think I'll be binge watching all day!
I rode this train 3 weeks ago in a sleeper plus cabin. It will not disappoint! One of the best experience in my life!
How affordable is it to do?
Did they get the inter net sorted? There was none during our journeys before The Blip.
Fantastic video! As a Canadian, I love seeing that Via is offering a world-class offering at the top end. From what you showed, I would consider it fair value due to the remoteness and distances involved. I hope more luxury travellers take advantage of this service.
Yeah, except when he said "THE STATE OF ONTARIO" at 10:47! That was when I stopped watching it! Typical ignorant American, can't even educate himself about our Country!
The only thing top end I saw was the bed, that leather couch looked really uncomfortable and the sky dome looked very outdated and uncomfortable. Those seats looked like they were from the 60s. I expected more plush seating. The food looked good but the portions looked really small, not much to choose from. I was shocked at the lack of snow and ice removal, apparently people don't sue in Canada for trips and falls because the area isn't cleared properly. There is no excuse for not sweeping the snow off the steps and all that ice at the stop, what's going on? Is that normal? That's crazy they should salt that, it's not even safe to walk on.
So much food and drinks consumed! There is no way I could eat such quantities without feeling bloated and unwell. Scenery was mind blowing.
except he blow thru Alberta
Looks wonderful!
I think it's great that you have Millie on the trips with you. Adds a lot to the video, makes you look happy too!
Having only just discovered your channel, I'm delighted to find another Brit producing quality travel content. You sit comfortably alongside the likes Wingin' It, Noel Philips and Emma Cruises, all have your own style and self deprecating British humour. Let's face it, who doesn't liie a bit of luxury, pampertastic travel. Off to watch some more of your videos, William. Thanks for sharing.
This trip has been my dream for as long as i can remember. So jealous!!
I stumbled upon your channel and videos, what a delight, I find myself chuckling and smiling throughout. So fun.
Being a Canadian from Toronto and having lived in Vancouver this really was amazing and comforting to watch. Appreciate the representation! Thank you Will and Millie :) Trek Trendy >>>>>
We are booked and trying to figure out if we will have wifi
Being a Canadian, I realized he was just another typical ignorant American, when he said "The STATE of ONTARIO" at 10:47! Can't even take the time to educate himself about our country!
@@-WhizzBang- interesting since he sounds pretty British to me 🤣 you fool
@Jacob Isaac and you don't think Americans can have British accents? Moron. Either way, doesn't change the fact that he is ignorant.
What an amazing journey. Absolute comfort and beautiful scenery.
Done Canada there times, first time was the year I left school, and was a school trip, 1976 Montreal Olympic games. We have family in Ontario, and have been there twice. Also, done the falls when in USA, either side of the border. Have to say, just love the Canadians, they're just so natural people.
I love the history that goes along with the places you visit 👌 super informative and entertaining
As I followed you through your trip, I felt proud as a Canadian to see and hear yours and Millie’s reaction to this extraordinary experience! Canada really is such a wonderful place to travel in! Thanks for your description which as always, gives me another bucket list location and adventure to experience!
Stunning!
As a Canadian myself, it’s sad that it’s so expensive to travel canada. I’ve been all over the world and seen the least in Canada. I’ve been to bc and New Brunswick and live in Ontario. Wish to see more. I desperately want to visit lake Louise ❤
@@sweetz187 don’t hesitate to go to the Maritimes, too. PEI,Nova Scotia, New Brunswick have wonderful people to welcome you. Nfld is also a must do! Gorgeous scenery and lots of hiking, beaches, rocks and food to try!
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It's bitter sweet watching your vid. Growing up in the 80s, travelling by train(VIA Rail) was a common and affordable way to travel. One of my fondest childhood memories was taking the trip from Thunder Bay(bypassed now) to Winnipeg to visit my grandparents. Unfortunately, many of the regular routes/stations have been phased out. Glad to see it still has a presence to this day.
Still then Port Arthur and Fort Williams
I thought they stopped doing coast to coast like 10 years ago? They brought it back maybe?
OMG yes i miss the booze car The memories I was bearly 19 oh how times have changed
@@debbielovallo I was 9 at the time so the dome car caught my eye the most lol but definitely heard the the stories of my parents etc. People that haven't experienced it have no idea what they are missing out on.
@@simontenkate9601 I still call it Port Arthur and Fort William, however in 1970 the 2 cities amalgamated creating Thunder Bay.
Seeing you at Vancouver's Pacific Central brings back memories! I live just South of Seattle and often took Amtrak up to Vancouver to visit family when I was younger. It felt so posh at the time!
Thank you for sharing this video. I now know what to expect for when I book my trip.
Yes! Yes! Please do the Winnipeg train. I love your vids and thank for including the historical vids, info and pics. Also thank you for showing the menus.❣
Definitely want to see the trip showcasing the Northern Lights and the polar bears. Thoughally enjoyed watching you and Millie enjoying the trip, especially the food, which looked fantastic! Love the channel and look forward to seeing more stunning scenery or first class travel experiences in the next video! From country NSW Australia.
Thank you both, this just got added to my 'bucket list'! Lovely!
Canada is so beautiful! Thank you for making this video!
This is on my bucket list though I would rather take this trip in the summer. Thank you for giving us such a full experience of VIA One. Loved this video. 🎉❤
Wow.. what an awesome experience! The views, the food and everything else is next level😍
Since this is something I will never be able to do, I very much enjoy the vicarious experience. Thanks so much!
What an adventure! I've done a cross-Canada trip in a car before, now crossing fingers I get to repeat it but on a train! Great video, thank you for sharing! 😍👍
Great to see such good comprehensive coverage of the prestige class! The locomotives in use are 2 EMD F40PH-2D units.
I’m from Winnipeg Manitoba (we also call it winterpeg manisnowba). Just watching this video today. Winnipeg is a word meaning muddy water (the red and Assiniboine rivers are “muddy”). Hope you enjoyed your short visit. You should come back and see more of what our beautiful province, city/towns have to offer. You also need to take the prairie dog central- a day train
Greetings from Winnipeg. That car at 20:02 reminded me of CN's DayNighter cars (before the Via Rail era). In junior high, I went on a student exchange trip to Quebec City in 1975. I and my 29 classmates and two teachers spent about 39 hours in seats like those from Winnipeg to Montreal. Not super comfortable, but we were teenagers and it was all new and thrilling.
10:45 Ontario is a province, not a state! ;) also most of us will pronounce it as "Ont-air-io"
I'm also from Ontario and I sometimes wonder why more people don't pronounce it as "On-tahr-io" - sounds way cooler imo haha.
I was ready to let the 'Ontaahrio' pronunciation slide but the "state" descriptor just knocked the maple leaf right off my cap. 😆
@Steven Johnson it did, I'm a Brit myself and it was annoying me, probably because I've lived in Ont-air-io for 20 odd years 😅
A place to live. A place to grow. Ontari-ari-ari-oh
it's pronounced Onta-REEEE-o
The editing on this episode has been a massive step forward. Cheers mate :)
Yeah fax😂😂
Love this video .. I enjoy Millie being with you. Thank you for sharing. I'm ready to go ❤❤
Cool to see my hometown Parry Sound featured. That rail bridge is also the oldest of its kind still standing I believe.
I have severe insomnia so I have trouble to sleep. Your videos help me so much. The way you say things is just so soothing, it makes me fall asleep almost every time. Thank you so so much ❤
Man I love your videos. But especially with me being Canadian, I love this video. I'm 30 now and have always wanted to do this trip to see my country. So thank you for showcasing the experience and now reigniting that passion I had as a kid.
ANOTHER great trip, show cased ....well done. cheers ~baden~
What a trip. Thanx for taking me along.
Absolutely love your videos, the lovely Millie always adds a touch of class to these fantastic trips. 👏🏻
Great video... I took coach across Canada back in my college years, in summer of 2001. I went both ways and had a family reunion in BC. Great trip to take... The units that pulled the train was not the P42dc, but it was the f40ph-2d rebuilt back in 2009ish.
Just thoroughly enjoying vicariously these trips. Does make me want to try some of these amazing train trips!
Excelent video, this is the gift that I would like to give to my daughter and wife on vacations. Thanks for share.
Did the same trip just the other way in 2016, from Vancouver. Albeit less luxurious in a sleeper cabin for one. But waking up to the part through the Rockies was pretty spectacular. Another fun fact about Toronto Union Station: It played a part in the Gene Wilder movie Silver Streak, with the train crashing through the station at the end. A movie any train lover should watch.
This was great! This channel single handedly opened my eyes to the wonder of a good sleeper train trip, and has made me add one to my bucket list!
Oh man, fantastic video and what an incredible trip, thanks for sharing! 👍
Great video. I had the pleasure of doing a short leg of Kamloops to Jasper then on to Edmonton. Economy class during winter was very reasonable. One thing missed is that the staff can do amazing things with those economy chairs including turning them completely around for a conversation type setup as well as fully reclining them if space allows. It was not busy on my trip so the excellent service was also maintained in economy and the seats were turned and layed fairly flat in a few seconds when it got late. No chocolates though. :) It is hard to think of a better sleep than train sleeping. Food was great as well. Memorable.
Thank you Will for a beautiful Northern Experience! You and Millie just are perfect for one another and I love watching all the traveling. But seriously, I need those Tims 😂
Thank you so much for making and posting this video! I was fortunate enough to travel in the Prestige class in 2017 as part of my honeymoon with my ex-wife. We ended up flying to Yellowknife, then to Whitehorse, then to Vancouver and we boarded the Canadian in Vancouver to return to Toronto. At the time, we were traveling off-season (March) so we paid $3850/person ($7700 total). We also planned it to depart from Vancouver since we paid 12% sales tax instead of 13% that we would have paid if we departed from Ontario. The service, food, amenities, private shower, queen bed and views all made the trip entirely worth it. Shortly after, my ex ended up getting a job working for VIA Rail where she still works to this day. Fun fact that our concierge told us; the Prestige class was the result of a class-action lawsuit against VIA Rail due to accessibility. Their train cars were not to the accessibility standards set out by the federal government and they lost a court case. Making the large-sized Prestige rooms was part of the resulting settlement and one of the rooms is designated as fully wheelchair accessible. VIA Rail (at the time) didn't expect the Prestige class to be as much of a success as it ended up being. This was by far the best time and experience of my life so I'm so happy you two got to experience it. Hopefully more people get the opportunity to experience it too!
Why ex..that's a short marriage, sorry
as someone who lives in Toronto im happy to finally see Toronto in one of your videos!!
What a beautiful journey. Thanks for sharing.
Wonderful trip! Thanks so very much for sharing the experience!❤
I traveled the other way-from Vancouver to Toronto, in June 2012.l got a ticked for only $190! I had an economy seat, but it was still quite comfy, met many interesting coopassengers, too. Food was great, views spectacular and the service very professional. Although we had 2 delays caused by cargo trains ahead of us, we still made it on time. Hopefully l will go again on such great adventure.
Always love seeing people stop in Winnipeg (my home!). Our station is called Union station as well. Can’t wait to see your Churchill trip
yes i would love to see the Winnipeg to Churchill,, i didnt even know such a thing existed !! so happy i found this video
What an awesome video I thought you did an incredible job describing the country of Canada and as a Canadian hats off to you for the effort!
This looked like a wonderful trip and going through the Rocky Mountains at such a beautiful time of year looked magical. I was very happy to see Millie again, too! Thanks for the great video, and a "Bon Voyage" in advance for your next journey!👋☺️