Yearly Archives: 2011

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Halifax: connecting coast to coast by train; connecting with my Canadian pride

Reflection on 20 hours relaxing on board Via Rail’s “The Ocean,” a wicked calf workout trekking up and down Halifax… and a profoundly moving experience exploring the Canadian Immigrant story at Pier 21, reflecting on and my pride for my heritage and my country. Continue reading

The sun sets as The Canadian navigates the Rockies © 2011 . All rights reserved.

Photos! On Board The Canadian: from the B.C. Rockies to Vancouver

More photos from the incredible transcontinental journay on VIA Rail’s The Canadian… including the most dramatic and spectacular stretch of the trip: the Rocky Mountains from Jasper to Vancouver, British Columbia. Continue reading

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Photos! On Board The Canadian: Toronto to the Prairies

You’ve read about what the experience felt like on board The Canadian. But every photo is worth a thousand words: and this experience really leaves you speechless with the beauty of all you see. Enjoy the first photo essay! The Canadian: Toronto to the Prairies Continue reading

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This Train Truly Is Canadian: a Four-Night Journey Gives an Intimate Connection with the Essence of our Country

So what is The Canadian really like? In this entry, I reflect on four days living on board the train… And how the experience is defined by much more than just the experience on board. The gift of The Canadian is the connection you develop with our country. Continue reading