July 7 through 11, 2022
"Look deep into nature and then you will understand everything better." - Albert Einstein
I would add to Einstein's quote that there's no better place to experience this feeling than the Canadian Rockies. We were fortunate to have one more day in Vancouver during which we explored Granville Island, Stanley Park (again), and Lynn Canyon Park suspension bridge and hiking trails. Then we boarded the Rocky Mountaineer train with the rest of our tour group, where the first class service and dining rivaled the outstanding scenic views. It seemed like every mile of the 500-mile two-day journey was more beautiful than the previous one. We were very lucky to have amazing weather and impeccable service throughout. And they fed us so often, having to wear our face masks was less of an issue 😬 See below for a few of the (many hundreds of) photos I took.
We arrived in Banff (again) a couple of days ago and were reminded how charming it is! I could imagine living here, were it not for the brutal winter months. Our waiter at breakfast today said it's not so bad in March or April when it gets up into the 30's and 40's (Farenheit) 🥶 We finally got to try to famous Cow's ice cream which we were told is a Canadian favorite and the best ice cream in the world (maybe?). Art especially appreciated their punny ice cream flavors (wowie cowie, mooey gooey, caramel moochiato, among others).
Yesterday we opted off our tour and took an amazing excursion to the Columbia Icefields in Jasper National Park. Not only did we take in some amazing views, we also got to walk on the Athabasca Glacier and we saw the bluest-greenest lake ever (Peyto Lake). Breathtaking! More photos below. Today included a ride up the Banff Gondola for some 360 degree views around Sulphur Mountain. All I can say is wow! See (even more) photos below 😁
Heading to Calgary tomorrow where we have a day to catch our breath before heading down to Glacier National Park. O Canada, you didn't disappoint!
Deena and Art
Train interior
Snow-capped mountains in July :)
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