Century Travel Announces Exclusive Representation of Rocky Mountaineer
Century Travel, the only worldwide luxury cruise specialist in Cyprus, brings an alternative travel concept to Cyprus with exclusive representation of Rocky Mountaineer in the region. Since its inception in 1990, Rocky Mountaineer has become the largest privately owned passenger rail service in North America and has welcomed over one million guests onboard. The goal from day one remains the same: provide the most spectacular and unforgettable travel experiences in the world!
Winning its sixth World Travel Award in 2011 as “World’s Leading Travel Experience by Train,” Rocky Mountaineer has also been recognized by National Geographic as one of the “World’s Greatest Trips.”
"Century Travel’s extensive reach, along with its superior customer service made it the perfect partner for Rocky Mountaineer's entry into the region," said Leslie Peden, Director, EMEA Sales, Rocky Mountaineer. "We look forward to bringing Rocky Mountaineer's unparalleled service and unmatched travel experience to guests from Cyprus," he added.
"Century Travel’s new partnership with Rocky Mountaineer will provide travellers in the region the chance to experience something truly special—a luxurious train trip through the Canadian Rockies," said Daniel Essex, managing director of Century Travel. "Our research shows travellers from the region are looking for unique travel experiences and each of Rocky Mountaineer's packages fulfils this" he added.
With the new partnership, travellers from Cyprus will be able to book Rocky Mountaineer excursions through their local travel agent or direct with Century Travel. Offering over 45 Canadian vacation packages and four unique rail routes – three train journeys through British Columbia and Alberta to Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper and Calgary, and one train excursion from Vancouver to Whistler, this world-renowned, luxurious train travels by daylight through the wild beauty of Canada's West and is the best way to experience the majestic Canadian Rockies.
2013 marked the debut of Rocky Mountaineer’s new Coastal Passage route, a unique rail journey that seamlessly connects Seattle and Vancouver, en route to the Canadian Rockies. Exclusively available in Rocky Mountaineer’s GoldLeaf Service, setting the stage for a delectable culinary experience onboard, renowned chefs come together to design innovative menus that celebrate the unique character of the region to which the train travels. Onboard, guests enjoy luxurious surroundings in a bi-level dome coach with panoramic views and exceptionalised service.
This year also saw internationally acclaimed Rocky Mountaineer’s SilverLeaf Service expanding Journey through the Clouds route where guests will experience some of the most amazing scenery in the world, including the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, Mount. Robson, and the breathtaking Pyramid Falls, all from the comfort of a single-level glass domed coach. Combined with entertaining onboard commentary and hot meal service at guests’ seats, SilverLeaf offers affordable luxury.
For further information on Century Travel’s products and services, call 70 000 970 or visit www.centurycyprus.com
Century Travel
Century Travel was founded in Cyprus in 2008 following 30 years of experience in the UK Travel Industry. It is the only cruise specialist in Cyprus and the only Cyprus member of the Association of Cruise Experts. Century Travel is a worldwide luxury cruise line tour operator travelling to most destinations around the world and exclusively represents more five-star and six-star cruise lines in Cyprus than anybody else including – Crystal Cruises, Seabourn, Holland America, Oceania Cruises, Windstar, Regent Seven Seas, Silverseas, Variety Cruises, Cruise & Maritime Voyages, P&O Cruises, and Thomson Cruises. Century Travel is an official Etihad Airways partner, enabling members of its loyalty programme, Etihad Guest, to earn Miles when booking a luxury cruise with Century Travel from anywhere in the world. Century Travel is fully licensed by the Cyprus Tourist Office and the Association of Cyprus Travel Agents.
