2011 Rocky Mountaineer Virtual Brochure, CAD - (Page 79)

General Information BROCHURE PRICES Prices displayed are per person based on double occupancy. Prices for singles, triples and for children are available on request. Unless otherwise indicated, child rates apply to children aged 2–11 years inclusive, and are based on one or two children sharing with two adults in the same double room using existing beds. Frequently Asked questions 1. Can children travel on the Rocky Mountaineer Journey through the Clouds, First Passage to the West and Rainforest to Gold Rush routes? Yes, unless otherwise noted. However, the Rocky Mountaineer trip through the Rockies is a minimum of two eight-hour days onboard the train, which may be long for some children. 2. Can children travel on the Rocky Mountaineer Whistler Sea to Sky Climb route? Yes, the Whistler Sea to Sky Climb is a three and a half hour excursion, which is enjoyable for the whole family. 3. How far do we travel on the Rocky Mountaineer Journey through the Clouds, First Passage to the West and Rainforest to Gold Rush routes? About 450 kilometres (280 miles) each day, all in daylight. Look forward to spending two relaxing days onboard the Rocky Mountaineer. 4. How long is the Whistler Sea to Sky Climb rail excursion? The Whistler Sea to Sky Climb rail excursion is approximately three and a half hours and covers a distance of 120 kilometres (75 miles). 5. What is the protocol concerning gratuities for Onboard Attendants? Gratuities are not included in prices (unless indicated) for Onboard Attendants, driver-guides, transfers, Kamloops Entertainment Staff, tour escorts, hotel porterage or Red Cap Porters. While it is neither our place nor our wish to tell you how much to tip, gratuities in Canada are often given in recognition of service excellence. If you are travelling on an organized tour, you may want to check with your tour director to confirm the amount of gratuity for your Onboard Attendants that may have been included in your tour package. 6. Does the Rocky Mountaineer have sleeper cars? No. Our all-daylight rail tours are scheduled to show you the scenery. After a day onboard the train through the Rockies, you overnight in either Kamloops or Quesnel, British Columbia. Accommodation in Vancouver and Whistler is not included unless indicated. 7. Are we able to move within the Rocky Mountaineer? One of the advantages of train travel is the spacious room afforded to all guests. Guests are able to move through their own coaches. GoldLeaf Service and RedLeaf Service guests can enjoy fresh air outside their coaches. Access to the GoldLeaf Dome coach and adjacent vestibule is limited to guests reserving this service. Guests on the Whistler Sea to Sky Climb route have access to an open-air heritage observation car. 8. Am I able to bring my pet along? All pets or animals (excluding guide dogs) are prohibited from travelling onboard the Rocky Mountaineer. 9. Can I upgrade to Goldleaf or Goldleaf Service with Fairmont Deluxe in Kamloops or quesnel? No, these levels of accommodation are not available in these cities. 10. What meals do I receive? Breakfasts and lunches are included onboard the Rocky Mountaineer. See B (Breakfast), L (Lunch), D (Dinner) on each package page, which indicates the meals included as part of your package. Additional breakfasts and dinners for the entire vacation are available for pre-purchase through an additional meal plan. On the Whistler Sea to Sky Climb route, breakfast is served from Vancouver to Whistler, and afternoon tea or a light meal is served from Whistler to Vancouver. 11. What is the “Ice Explorer” described in the tour itineraries? The Ice Explorer is an ice and snow terrain vehicle specially designed to tour the icy slopes of the Athabasca Glacier in the Columbia Icefield. This 5-kilometre (3-mile) round-trip journey includes commentary on the formation of glaciers. 12. What wildlife will I see? There are wonderful opportunities for viewing wildlife during your stay in Canada’s West, including bear, elk, deer, moose, bald eagles, osprey, salmon, mountain goats and bighorn sheep. However, “wildlife is wild” and as such, sightings are never guaranteed. If you do come into contact with animals, please act responsibly, maintain a safe distance, and never feed any wild animal. 13. Does the Rocky Mountaineer stop for photographs along the route? No, the train only stops in Whistler, or Kamloops or Quesnel for an overnight stay; however, the train slows to a very slow speed at particularly scenic locations. 14. How will I get to the Whistler Sea to Sky Climb rail stations? Motorcoach transfers between your Vancouver or Whistler hotel and the rail stations in North Vancouver and Whistler are included in all Whistler Sea to Sky Climb bookings. $ SPECIAl NEEDS AND DISABIlITy REqUIREMENTS Rocky Mountaineer will make every effort to meet any special needs, including the requirements of our disabled guests. Most of the Rocky Mountaineer coaches are wheelchair accessible. GoldLeaf Dome coaches have elevators for guests who have troubles using the spiral staircase. Please inform your reservations agent at the time of booking, if any assistance is required. lUGGAGE ONBOARD THE ROCKy MOUNTAINEER RedLeaf Service guests will need to pack a small overnight bag for their stay in Kamloops or Quesnel. Main luggage will be checked through to their final Rocky Mountaineer destination and will not be available in Kamloops or Quesnel. GoldLeaf Service guests’ luggage will be delivered to their Kamloops or Quesnel accommodation. All guests should be sure to carry any medications with them onboard the train. SMOKE-FREE POlICy To ensure the preservation of our fragile environment, and for the comfort of all guests, smoking is not permitted onboard the Rocky Mountaineer or in the rail stations. This includes the vestibules between the coaches and the restroom facilities. We appreciate your understanding. WHEN TO TRAVEl The west coast of Canada offers a temperate climate, with warm summers and mild winters. The Canadian Rockies and the eastern provinces feature a much more dramatic climate, with cold winters perfect for snow-based activities. July, August and September generally have the finest weather. Other times offer tremendous savings. MONTH aPRIL MaY JUnE JULY aUGUST SEPTEMBER oCToBER VANCOUVER KAMLOOPS C 14˚ 18˚ 21˚ 23˚ 23˚ 18˚ 14˚ ROCKIES C 9˚ 14˚ 19˚ 23˚ 21˚ 16˚ 10˚ WHISTLER C 11˚ 17˚ 21˚ 27˚ 27˚ 20˚ 16˚ QUESNEL C 13˚ 18˚ 22˚ 24˚ 24˚ 18˚ 11˚ F 57˚ 64˚ 70˚ 73˚ 73˚ 64˚ 57˚ C 16˚ 21˚ 25˚ 28˚ 28˚ 22˚ 14˚ F 61˚ 70˚ 77˚ 82˚ 82˚ 72˚ 57˚ F 48˚ 57˚ 66˚ 73˚ 70˚ 61˚ 50˚ F 52˚ 63˚ 70˚ 81˚ 81˚ 68˚ 61˚ F 55˚ 64˚ 72˚ 75˚ 75˚ 64˚ 52˚ PHOTO CREDITS avis, alastair Bird Photography, aYLI, Banff caribou Lodge, Banff Gondola, Banff Lake Louise Tourism, Bc archives, Butchart Gardens, charlene Beckman, canadian Tourism commission, coast mountain Photography, Discover Banff, David Blue Photography, maryanne Donen, robert earnest Photography, fairmont Hotels and resorts, andrew flynn, www.fmscreative. com, Stuart Gear, Getty Images, Inc., Gordon Hall, GyPSy Tour Guide, Holland america Line, Icefield Helicopter Tours, Insight Photography, istockphoto.com, International Hotel and Suites, Jasper national Park, Juneau cvB, Jeremy Lim, Long Beach Lodge resort, marie-chantal marchand Photographer, Tad natsuhara, cole nicks, Heather Phillips, James Poh, rhythms on the rails, Scott rowed, Grant Stockwell, Sue Sullivan, Sumac ridge estate Winery, Tim Thompson, Travel alberta, Tourism Bc, Tourism calgary, Tourism Halifax, Tourism Kamloops, Tourism ontario, Tourism Toronto, Tourism vancouver, Tourism victoria, Hubert Wat, Tourism Whistler, university of alabama. rockymountaineer.com 79 http://www.fmscreative.com http://www.fmscreative.com http://www.istockphoto.com http://www.rockymountaineer.com

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