I’ve planned hundreds of trips, but Rocky Mountaineer? That one stays with you.It starts in Vancouver with ocean air, mountains teasing the horizon, and before you know it, you’re gliding past rushing rivers and dramatic canyons with a glass of wine in hand. No driving. No stress. Just you, a panoramic dome car (especially in Gold Leaf), and scenery that feels almost unreal.By the time you reach Kamloops, you’re already hooked. Then comes Jasper with wild, untamed elk wandering like they own the place (because, well, they do). The Icefields Parkway to Banff? Think glaciers, turquoise lakes, mountains that make you feel incredibly small.Then you arrive in Banff — the perfect finale. You start by seeing alpine charm, crisp air, and sunsets that glow against jagged peaks. As  you finish in Calgary, you don’t just head home with photos. You go home with perspective of a culture, destination, and experience like no other!