EXPLORE THE CANADIAN ROCKIES BY CAR OR RAIL

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Missy Skoog

Maple Grove, MN

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I am a certified Luxury Specialist Travel by Travel leaders! Being a travel adviser for over 30 years has many years of traveling myself to experience and enjoy the world firsthand so I can help guide you in the perfect vacation!

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I have cruised the rivers of Europe on exceptional brands such as AMA waterways, Uniworld river Cruises, Avalon and Viking River Cruises. I cruised the Rhine, Rhone, Seine along with the Danube and I fell in love with the Christmas markets in Vienna. Walked the steps of Maria in the church she married in the sound of music tour outside of Salzburg while visiting the oldest sausage restaurant in Regensburg all on the Danube. My recent cruise with Tulip time in the Netherlands exploring windmills, enjoying the best Belgium waffles in Belgium and the amazing and world renowned Keukenhof flower gardens that will miles of tulips as far as the eye could see.

I have traveled extensively through Europe. Italy stole my heart! I loved the beautiful rolling hills of Tuscany, having the best lasagna with fresh pasta in Bologna, being serenaded on the gondola canal ride in Venice and touring the majestic Vatican. It’s the people, the history, the food and of course the wine! OPA, I spend some time in Santorini, Mykonos and Athens, Greece. Some of my other favorite’s travels included kissing the Blarney stone in Ireland, taking in the incredible history and scenery of Germany, taking pictures from the top of the Eiffel tower, watching the changing of the guard in London riding the trains thru Switzerland, enjoying the ancient cities in Croatia and singing the “the hills are alive with the sound of music” in Salzburg.

I am Aussie specialist and have experienced firsthand the wonders of Australia (3 times) and New Zealand. I have snorkeled in the Great Barrier Reef, spent time in the heart of Australia's Red Centre, I was pampered. pampered at exclusive Lizard Island Resort on the Great Barrier Reef and Thala Beach resort in Port Douglas north of Cairns – both are two of the most exclusive resorts in the region. I have visited the Twelve Apostles, a UNESCO world heritage site, and the exclusive Great Ocean Lodge and watched the kangaroo' s bounce around on Kangaroo Island. They are just a few of the incredible experiences Australia has to offer.

Some of my more exotic travels included riding elephants in Thailand and doing a back street culinary tour in Istanbul, Turkey. Swimming with sharks in Tahiti and exploring Moorea, Bora Bora in overwater bungalows. There are so many details of your journey. I understand the importance of making your trip not just about the flight and hotel but really experiencing the destination. Looking forward to your request- your travelist!

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Rocky Mountaineer Train

One of the most popular car trips for summer travelers is the journey through the Canadian Rockies. The majestic mountain peaks, peaceful valleys split by rushing rocky rivers, and abundant wildlife along the way are magnetic draws for tourists all over the world. There are wonderful places to hike -- Johnston Canyon just outside of Banff is one of them, affording the hiker spectacular views of waterfalls and steep canyons. You’ll want to drive the Icefields Parkway outside of Jasper and take tea at the Chateau Lake Louise,..It’s wonderful to be able to do these things on your own schedule, taking extra time for that special photograph, or stopping for a well deserved snack after a long hike.

The downside to driving is that the passengers get to enjoy all the views while the driver has to stay focused on the road, as there are innumerable switchbacks, few opportunities to pass slower vehicles, and steep cliffs on both sides of the road that are not for the faint of heart! Accommodations can be hard to come by during the summer peak travel time unless you make reservations far in advance.

Train travel on the Rocky Mountaineer is an excellent alternative to driving. Not only does it free up all members of your party from the tensions of driving, it offers views of remarkable landscapes (like Pyramid Falls) that are only visible by rail. Hesitant to put up with a cramped cabin and a bunk that’s too short and narrow? No worries -- each night the train stops in a different location, where you’ll find your luggage waiting at a comfortable hotel. You won’t miss any of the scenery by sleeping through it -- in the morning you’re back on the train, enjoying the views in luxurious coaches.

If it’s hard to decide between the autonomy of a road trip or the comfort of a train ride, you can have the best of both worlds by booking a self-drive package that includes a rental car in one of the stops along the train route so you can explore the area in greater depth.

Traveling by train takes people back to a more relaxed period in time where life wasn’t lived at today's frantic pace. Call me to book this unforgettable adventure.