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Via Rail Celebrates Parks Canada Centenary With Christmas In November At The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Wednesday, 28 September 2011
Edmonton – Holidays and anniversaries are always joyous occasions, so combining the two is sure to make for twice the fun on VIA Rail this fall.
Between November 7 and 14, VIA Rail Canada, Fairmont Hotels and Parks Canada have teamed up to celebrate the centenary of one of the world’s oldest parks systems with the 23rd Annual Christmas in November event being held at the luxurious Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.
“Parks Canada is a valued partner,” says Lynn Lefebvre, Product Manager, VIA Rail. “We wanted to do something special to mark the centennial. We’ve been working with Parks Canada interpreters and our learning coordinators to come up with a variety of experiential and entertaining features to enrich the journey west.”
Getting to the beautiful town of Jasper in the heart of the Rockies will be half the fun, with VIA departures available from Toronto, Winnipeg, Edmonton, and Vancouver. Book it now at www.viarail.ca/en or call VIA toll-free at 1-888-VIA-RAIL.
"At Parks Canada, we specialize in facilitating great memories that last a lifetime," says Greg Fenton, Superintendant of Jasper National Park. "This trip will be among our finest efforts with local Parks Canada team members and our partners -- including a theatre troupe -- joining the train on each stage of the journey to delight and entertain you with fun and fascinating insights into Canada's nature and history. My team looks forward to welcoming you to the awe-inspiring wonders of world-renowned Jasper National Park."
After a VIP welcome at the historic Jasper Heritage Railway Station, passengers will be transferred to the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge for a two or three-night stay.
Hosted by Chef Michael Smith of Food Network Canada, and a line-up of celebrity presenters, Christmas in November is about learning the fine art of Balance, how to bring poise and composure to the hectic holiday season with tips and trends to polish cooking, decorating and gift-giving skills, and balanced out with classes on personal wellness, positive energy and healthy living.
About VIA Rail Canada
As Canada's national rail passenger service, VIA Rail Canada's mandate is to provide efficient, environmentally sustainable and cost effective passenger transportation, in the country’s two official languages. Every week, VIA operates 503 intercity, transcontinental and regional trains linking 450 communities across its 12,500 kilometre route network. The demand for VIA services is growing as travellers increasingly turn to train travel as a safe, hassle free and environmentally responsible alternative to congested roads and airports.
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