Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (September 20, 2007) –Travellers who are looking for a luxurious getaway this fall beyond the hustle and bustle of city life should look no further. Take an escape to the all-season resort of Whistler, B.C. onboard the Whistler Mountaineer train and receive one free night at the spectacular Fairmont Chateau Whistler, the flagship hotel in North America’s premier resort nestled at the foot of Blackcomb Mountain. To qualify for this special offer by Rocky Mountaineer Vacations, guests must travel roundtrip in either Glacier Dome or Coast Classic experience between October 1 and October 13, 2007 and tickets can be booked now. The Whistler Mountaineer is the perfect way to enjoy the stunning autumn scenery found between Vancouver and Whistler, B.C, hosts of the 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games. Onboard the train, guests enjoy delicious meals, fascinating commentary and access to the unique Heritage Observation Car.

“Our second operating season for the Whistler Mountaineer is almost over and for those who haven’t yet taken the journey, this new offer provides the perfect opportunity to experience the trip and also to fit in a last minute getaway,” say James Terry, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for Rocky Mountaineer Vacations. “A journey onboard the Whistler Mountaineer and a free night at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler gives our guests top-notch service for exceptional value.”

The Whistler Mountaineer offers northbound and southbound departures, seven days a week. Winding through canyons and climbing steep grades, the Whistler Mountaineer treats guests to scenic views of fall foliage set against the sparkling Pacific waters of British Columbia’s Howe Sound and soaring mountain peaks. Travelling northbound, the Whistler Mountaineer departs from the North Vancouver station at 8:30 a.m. and arrives in Whistler at 11:30 a.m. The southbound departure is scheduled to leave Whistler at 3:00 p.m. and arrives back in North Vancouver at 6:00 p.m.

To qualify for a free night at The Fairmont Chateau Whistler, a minimum of two guests must book their roundtrip tickets onboard the Whistler Mountaineer from now until October 13, 2007 and travel between October 1 and October 13, 2007. It is not available in conjunction with any other offer and accommodations must be taken during the Whistler stay and cannot be deferred to at a later date. Check the website for full details and conditions. For more information or to book your Whistler Mountaineer holiday, please visit www.whistlermountaineer.com

The Whistler Mountaineer is owned and operated by Rocky Mountaineer Vacations (RMV). In addition to the four spectacular rail routes that travel through British Columbia and Alberta, Rocky Mountaineer Vacations offers year-round vacation packages to the most unique regions of Canada. Since its inception in 1990, the company has grown to become the largest privately owned passenger rail service in North America and will host its one millionth guest in 2008. In 2006, RMV was honoured with a World Travel Award as “World’s Leading Travel Experience by Train” for the second consecutive year. Rocky Mountaineer Vacations, one of Canada's leading tourism providers, is a proud partner of Gray Line West motorcoach operations in Vancouver, Whistler and Victoria, B.C. and Banff, AB.

Contacts:

Andrea Wickham-Foxwell
Travel Media Specialist
Rocky Mountaineer Vacations
(604) 606-7321
awickham-foxwell@rockymountaineer.com
www.rockymountaineer.com
www.whistlermountaineer.com

Nancy Dery
Travel Media Specialist
Rocky Mountaineer Vacations
(604) 606-8419
ndery@rockymountaineer.com

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