FROM THE ROCKIES TO ALASKA-THE JOURNEY REDEFINED BY ELLIE CARVELL- FOUNDER OF FLY WITH ELLIE
FROM THE ROCKIES TO ALASKA-THE JOURNEY REDEFINED BY ELLIE CARVELL- FOUNDER OF FLY WITH ELLIE
There are journeys that take you somewhere... and then there are those that transform the way you travel entirely.
Across Canada and into the wild beauty of Alaska, a new kind of luxury is emerging- one that doesn’ t rush, doesn’ t overwhelm, and doesn’ t simply deliver a destination. Instead, it unfolds. Effortlessly. Beautifully. Moment by moment. This is where rail meets ocean. Where mountains give way to glaciers. Where the journey itself becomes the story.
The romance of the rails It begins quietly, in the cosmopolitan elegance of Vancouver, before you step aboard one of the world’ s most iconic rail experiences- the Rocky Mountaineer. Glass-domed carriages invite the outside in. Snow-capped peaks rise in the distance. Rivers carve through valleys untouched by time. As you glide through the legendary Canadian Rockies, passing through places like Banff and Lake Louise, there’ s a quiet realisation... You’ re not travelling to somewhere. You’ re travelling through something extraordinary. Luxury here is subtle- attentive service, curated dining, and the rare privilege of simply sitting back and watching the world unfold. It’ s immersive, yet effortless.
From land to sea- a seamless transition Just when you feel the journey couldn’ t become more extraordinary, it shifts. From the stillness of the mountains to the vast openness of the ocean, your experience flows seamlessly into an Alaskan cruise- a natural continuation rather than a change in pace. Sailing from the Pacific coastline, you enter the legendary Inside Passage- a place of towering glaciers, deep fjords, and wildlife that feels almost cinematic in its presence. Think:
• Glaciers calving into icy waters
• Whales surfacing in the distance
• Remote towns like Juneau and Skagway steeped in history It’ s a world that feels both raw and refined- where rugged landscapes meet the quiet luxury of life on board.
The ultimate combination- why rail & cruise now? This style of travel is no longer niche, it’ s one of the most sought-after experiences in luxury travel today. Combining rail and cruise offers something few itineraries can:
• A multi-layered journey across land and sea
• Access to landscapes unreachable by road or air
• A perfect balance of exploration and relaxation It’ s also deeply aligned with how people want to travel now- slower, more intentional, and far more immersive. And perhaps most importantly, it removes the need to choose.
• Mountains and ocean
• Adventure and comfort
• Iconic sights and hidden moments
A journey of a lifetime- curated with ease Many of these itineraries- like the Rockies to Alaska journeys now available- are thoughtfully designed to flow effortlessly from one experience to the next. Expect:
• Luxury rail travel through Canada’ s most iconic landscapes
• Handpicked hotel stays in places like Vancouver and Banff
• A 7-night Alaska cruise through the Inside Passage
• Seamless transitions, guided experiences, and elevated service throughout
An invitation to travel differently This is not about ticking off destinations. It’ s about watching the light change over the mountains. It’ s about waking up to a new horizon each day at sea. It’ s about rediscovering the joy of the journey itself. Because true luxury is no longer defined by how far you go- but by how deeply you experience it. And somewhere between the peaks of the Rockies and the glaciers of Alaska, you may just find that travel, at its very best, was never about the destination at all.
ROCKIES TO ALASKA: THE ULTIMATE PASSAGE 17 Nights From £ 12,449 pp Departs May 2027 The Full itinerary can be made available via my contact details. Other Tailormade trips can be personalised around your desires. To enquire and plan your next trip: Email: Flywithellie @ lvprestigetravel. co. uk Or WhatsApp 07432657270 wirrallife. com 39