The MOST LUXURIOUS TRAIN in the US - Rocky Mountaineer
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Date: 2024-01-09
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Did they make you exit the vestibules in tunnels?
Did your Mom have fun?
I also think that car behind the engines is a diesel-generator -power car-. Some American freight locomotives never had a separate generator for passenger train operation. The -power car- created all of the electrical power to the train for light, heat and air conditioning. It will also generate smoke and that diesel smell.
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Did they make you exit the vestibules in tunnels?
Did your Mom have fun?
I also think that car behind the engines is a diesel-generator -power car-. Some American freight locomotives never had a separate generator for passenger train operation. The -power car- created all of the electrical power to the train for light, heat and air conditioning. It will also generate smoke and that diesel smell.
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-azrich2463
As a boy in the 1940's, I made this trip on the old D & SL coal-fired Moffat road train from Denver as far as Craig many, many times. It seems strange but happy to see it celebrated now as a tourist attraction. In those days we could board at rural places by flagging the train down and hopping on, then stopping at our ranch in Grand County.
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As a boy in the 1940's, I made this trip on the old D & SL coal-fired Moffat road train from Denver as far as Craig many, many times. It seems strange but happy to see it celebrated now as a tourist attraction. In those days we could board at rural places by flagging the train down and hopping on, then stopping at our ranch in Grand County.
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-gethplatform2392
I really fail to understand how it's possible to justify such a price. Food looks good, but it's nowhere near being luxury, nor is the seating, and you're not even sleeping in the train. I really wonder about the margins on this route. Being a Canadian company, I have no doubt it is way overpriced.
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I really fail to understand how it's possible to justify such a price. Food looks good, but it's nowhere near being luxury, nor is the seating, and you're not even sleeping in the train. I really wonder about the margins on this route. Being a Canadian company, I have no doubt it is way overpriced.
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Denver Regional Transit District owns Union Station and does not allow the Rocky Mountaineer access to it. Hence the shuttle to the actual location.
9: 50, the genset tool car at the end of the train.
For $1500 there should be the Auto Train type option to bring motor vehicles from Denver to Moab.
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Denver Regional Transit District owns Union Station and does not allow the Rocky Mountaineer access to it. Hence the shuttle to the actual location.
9: 50, the genset tool car at the end of the train.
For $1500 there should be the Auto Train type option to bring motor vehicles from Denver to Moab.
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-alng348
Watching this brought back a rush of amazing memories. My dad recently passed away and I took my mom on this exact trip back in early October. We had an incredible time and I'm glad you had a wonderful time with your mom too. Thank you for the great documenting!
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Watching this brought back a rush of amazing memories. My dad recently passed away and I took my mom on this exact trip back in early October. We had an incredible time and I'm glad you had a wonderful time with your mom too. Thank you for the great documenting!
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-traingirl09
14: 26 this is actually the Rocky Mountaineer's second route in the United States. They had another route called the Coastal Passage that started in Seattle, Washington and went into Canada to Vancouver, BC. That route was discontinued the year before 2020.
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14: 26 this is actually the Rocky Mountaineer's second route in the United States. They had another route called the Coastal Passage that started in Seattle, Washington and went into Canada to Vancouver, BC. That route was discontinued the year before 2020.
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-josephr9551
Thibault, so sweet of you to bring your mom along. For the second day you have to be back at the train by 6: 45 AM? I think I will pass. Looking at the menus, the granola is served with a croissant? Interesting. Thank you Thibault for the beautiful video.
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Thibault, so sweet of you to bring your mom along. For the second day you have to be back at the train by 6: 45 AM? I think I will pass. Looking at the menus, the granola is served with a croissant? Interesting. Thank you Thibault for the beautiful video.
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-jimpern
Thanks for that. It looks like a great train, but frankly it's more than I'm willing to spend. I still need to ride the Cal Zephyr, which would be more reasonable. But the country needs a luxury train option, and this one will do just fine.
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Thanks for that. It looks like a great train, but frankly it's more than I'm willing to spend. I still need to ride the Cal Zephyr, which would be more reasonable. But the country needs a luxury train option, and this one will do just fine.
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-phronsiekeys
That's the closest I'll ever get to riding that train, so thank you for sharing. To me, the most obvious advantage of an excursion like this (aside from the luxury) is that you don't miss scenery because of overnight travel.
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That's the closest I'll ever get to riding that train, so thank you for sharing. To me, the most obvious advantage of an excursion like this (aside from the luxury) is that you don't miss scenery because of overnight travel.
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-garywilson9640
I congratulate you for bringing your mother aboard. I'm certain that this will be a lasting memory.
But, you dont need to travel solo. In certain you would have fans who would join you.
I would.
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I congratulate you for bringing your mother aboard. I'm certain that this will be a lasting memory.
But, you dont need to travel solo. In certain you would have fans who would join you.
I would.
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-elainefarr3155
I worked in Glenwood Springs for many years, and loved to watch the trains come through from my office window. The Hot Springs are marvelous, I'm glad you were able to stay over at the wonderful hotel
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I worked in Glenwood Springs for many years, and loved to watch the trains come through from my office window. The Hot Springs are marvelous, I'm glad you were able to stay over at the wonderful hotel
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-curtisdaniel9294
I have done the ski train to Winter Park. Fun! Did you have time for the Hot Springs in Glenwood Springs? It's a stair step set of pools - hottest at the top, coolest at the bottom.
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I have done the ski train to Winter Park. Fun! Did you have time for the Hot Springs in Glenwood Springs? It's a stair step set of pools - hottest at the top, coolest at the bottom.
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-evelynacido8951
Hello Simply Railway, I am very much into watching this kind of videos and uploads as I love travelling by train, thank you so much for sharing so much info. ----
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Hello Simply Railway, I am very much into watching this kind of videos and uploads as I love travelling by train, thank you so much for sharing so much info. ----
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-PaulCashman
Wow, it's expensive, true, but what an amazing time!
There's a new Virtual Railfan live camera at Big 10 Curve in Arvada, CO. You should have waved at us! :)
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Wow, it's expensive, true, but what an amazing time!
There's a new Virtual Railfan live camera at Big 10 Curve in Arvada, CO. You should have waved at us! :)
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-sandrasweezy4851
Excellent video trip! Fantastic to watch this because I will be enjoying the SilverLeaf Plus experience in September 2024 although west to east. Can't wait.
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Excellent video trip! Fantastic to watch this because I will be enjoying the SilverLeaf Plus experience in September 2024 although west to east. Can't wait.
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-reaperx2657
Great video. I was surprised at how smoky it was. It can take away from the scenic aspect of the journey. Not to mention the pollution when you are outside.
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Great video. I was surprised at how smoky it was. It can take away from the scenic aspect of the journey. Not to mention the pollution when you are outside.
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-robmarais
Thibault, this was awesome! Thank you for sharing this experience. I hope your Maman loved it as much as we do! Merci mon ami, see ya on the rails!
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Thibault, this was awesome! Thank you for sharing this experience. I hope your Maman loved it as much as we do! Merci mon ami, see ya on the rails!
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-murraywagnon1841
What an amazing experience! I have travelled completely around the States on Amtrak, but this train is exquisite! Thank you for the journey.
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What an amazing experience! I have travelled completely around the States on Amtrak, but this train is exquisite! Thank you for the journey.
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-ctyl5686
Brilliant video (as always. Would you mind sharing information (make/model) about the camera you use for the 'out of the window' shots? Many thanks.
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Brilliant video (as always. Would you mind sharing information (make/model) about the camera you use for the 'out of the window' shots? Many thanks.
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-mj1234321
Looks incredible! The California Zephyr has been on my wish list for a long time but this is something I would definitely consider as well!
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Looks incredible! The California Zephyr has been on my wish list for a long time but this is something I would definitely consider as well!
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-ericlevitt3769
Love that you got a chance to ride the Rocky mountaineer. It was on my bucket list before but just got moved up a bit more Thank you!
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Love that you got a chance to ride the Rocky mountaineer. It was on my bucket list before but just got moved up a bit more Thank you!
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-georgiede
What a delightful video! Thank you for sharing this beautiful journey. I-d spend most of my time in the outdoor vestibules too!
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What a delightful video! Thank you for sharing this beautiful journey. I-d spend most of my time in the outdoor vestibules too!
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-dennisud
Finally got to this one! I KNOW you enjoyed this one! What gorgeous views! One of your BEST videos! Once in a Lifetime indeed!
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Finally got to this one! I KNOW you enjoyed this one! What gorgeous views! One of your BEST videos! Once in a Lifetime indeed!
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-markellis6413
Did the Canadian Rocky Mountaineer years ago in Gold Leaf from Vancouver to Calgary. Now that was pure luxury.
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Did the Canadian Rocky Mountaineer years ago in Gold Leaf from Vancouver to Calgary. Now that was pure luxury.
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-williammerry4746
One of your best, Thibault. SO NICE that you brought your mother. this made the video extra special
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One of your best, Thibault. SO NICE that you brought your mother. this made the video extra special
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-timnewman1172
Thibault, thanks for sharing this journey with us. so cool you took your Mom on such a beautiful trip!
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Thibault, thanks for sharing this journey with us. so cool you took your Mom on such a beautiful trip!
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-Esperantisto
Glad your mom got to experience this with you. The constant announcement would drive me crazy though.
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Glad your mom got to experience this with you. The constant announcement would drive me crazy though.
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-epicow_1973
Its super scenic, but honestly the california zephyr is far more scenic, especially through colorado.
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Its super scenic, but honestly the california zephyr is far more scenic, especially through colorado.
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-lesajohnson8409
Why does the train have to stop for other train to go by? It looked like plenty of room to pass.
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Why does the train have to stop for other train to go by? It looked like plenty of room to pass.
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-Rob_Cantor
Your mother is so young and attractive. You're a good son for bringing her on this great journey.
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Your mother is so young and attractive. You're a good son for bringing her on this great journey.
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-Vierwiel-Knyntsje
Very beautiful video, the scenery so nice, I forgot to drink my tea during watching.
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Very beautiful video, the scenery so nice, I forgot to drink my tea during watching.
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-northlanderdude
I still find it odd that Canada's Rocky Mountaineer is operating in the United States.
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I still find it odd that Canada's Rocky Mountaineer is operating in the United States.
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-Tbpker22
Truly a wonderful life-time adventure ride! Thank you so very much, Thibault, for this!
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Truly a wonderful life-time adventure ride! Thank you so very much, Thibault, for this!
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-rezaalan3991
What a great trip and great experience, especially this trip you bring your mother.
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What a great trip and great experience, especially this trip you bring your mother.
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