Today was our big train trip as part of our youngest granddaughters birthday. We were all excited about our first trip on the the Rocky Mountaineer. We had reservations on a glass dome car, including breakfast and high tea. It was a gorgeous train ride. It was a 90 minute trip each way. They picked us up at our hotel by bus and was brought to the boarding platform.
The seats were extremely comfortable, breakfast included coffee, eggs & fruit. High tea also included tasty scones and finger sandwiches. The views were absolutely gorgeous. It is a wonderful way to view the Canadian rockies. Our time in whistler was short, after a light lunch we did a little shopping before boarding the train for the return trip to Vancouver. I would highly recommend, especially if you have a train enthusiast inside ;)
Monday, July 25, 2011
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Alaska Trip-Day 2
We had breakfast @ the hotel. Arrived at the ship approx. 11am. Embarkation was very swift & organized.
Once we entered the ship, we were quickly directed to the buffet for lunch. Our staterooms would not be opened until after 2:00pm, so we used the time to explore the ship.
After the routine emergency drill, we went top deck to watch as we sailed away. It had rained lightly earlier, but had stopped. It was windy and cool.
Supper was at the Summer Garden Dining Room. Our waiters were wonderful. The Asst. Matre'D stopped by our table and was enchanted by Paige who made him laugh. She proudly informed him it was her birthday (which is actually a week away), to her delight he ordered a cake brought to her and he personally sang Happy Birthday along with our waiters. Paige was very happy the rest of the evening.
After Supper, we headed to the theatre for the show. Tonight was a variety show which included a tribute to the Four Tops, a Cirque-type performer & a comedian, all were very good.
Paige had enough excitement & fell asleep 9:00pm. Sunset is not until 10pm. Long days here ;-)
Tonight we are to set all clocks back one hour. The extra hour of sleep will be nice ;-)
While I stayed in the cabin with Paige, Ronnie left to explore the casino & Brooke explored the Teen hangout.
It was a fun day.
Once we entered the ship, we were quickly directed to the buffet for lunch. Our staterooms would not be opened until after 2:00pm, so we used the time to explore the ship.
After the routine emergency drill, we went top deck to watch as we sailed away. It had rained lightly earlier, but had stopped. It was windy and cool.
Supper was at the Summer Garden Dining Room. Our waiters were wonderful. The Asst. Matre'D stopped by our table and was enchanted by Paige who made him laugh. She proudly informed him it was her birthday (which is actually a week away), to her delight he ordered a cake brought to her and he personally sang Happy Birthday along with our waiters. Paige was very happy the rest of the evening.
After Supper, we headed to the theatre for the show. Tonight was a variety show which included a tribute to the Four Tops, a Cirque-type performer & a comedian, all were very good.
Paige had enough excitement & fell asleep 9:00pm. Sunset is not until 10pm. Long days here ;-)
Tonight we are to set all clocks back one hour. The extra hour of sleep will be nice ;-)
While I stayed in the cabin with Paige, Ronnie left to explore the casino & Brooke explored the Teen hangout.
It was a fun day.
Location:Seattle,United States
Sunday, July 17, 2011
Seattle-Alaska Trip-Day 1
We arrived at the Airport @5:30am. Security was a breeze and our 6:40am flight took off as scheduled. The granddaughters both squealed with excitement as the plane left the runway.
Paige was especially fascinated by the cotton-like clouds.
After the 5 hour plane ride we reached Seattle. We were met at the airport by towncar service I found through Yelp (excellent!).
We were pleased to find our room was ready. We dropped our luggage off and set out to do some sightseeing.
We walked to Pike Street.
It was fun to watch them throw the fish whenever someone ordered.
We had lunch at a very casual restaurant @ Pike Street Market, Soundview Cafe.
It had a nice view
The Clam Chowder was very good!
Afterwards, We bought some delicious fresh cherries to snack on while we strolled around the rest of Pike Street.
We returned to our hotel exhausted from our travel & sightseeing.
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Paige was especially fascinated by the cotton-like clouds.
After the 5 hour plane ride we reached Seattle. We were met at the airport by towncar service I found through Yelp (excellent!).
We were pleased to find our room was ready. We dropped our luggage off and set out to do some sightseeing.
We walked to Pike Street.
It was fun to watch them throw the fish whenever someone ordered.
We had lunch at a very casual restaurant @ Pike Street Market, Soundview Cafe.
It had a nice view
The Clam Chowder was very good!
Afterwards, We bought some delicious fresh cherries to snack on while we strolled around the rest of Pike Street.
We returned to our hotel exhausted from our travel & sightseeing.
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Saturday, July 16, 2011
Alaska trip Eve
We packed up the SUV and headed to Metairie approx. 5:00pm. Since we had an early morning flight, we decided to spend the night at our DS's house who lives nearby.
We ate at Quarter View restaurant. I had redfish topped with crabmeat AuGratin, DH had seafood platters DGD1 had fried shrimp, DGD2 had spaghetti. All had far too much and plenty leftovers.
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We ate at Quarter View restaurant. I had redfish topped with crabmeat AuGratin, DH had seafood platters DGD1 had fried shrimp, DGD2 had spaghetti. All had far too much and plenty leftovers.
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