The stories of surveyors, visionaries, and even the schemers who helped put Canada

together come alive when you ride the historic Rocky mountaineer.

It's a marvel and there's a reason that this has become one of the most famous trains

in the world.

Coming up, we hear what it's like to introduce a new generation to the fun of traveling

on a scenic railroad.

Or head for the islands, there's hundreds of them off the coast of British Columbia and

pick one that's just the right mix of nature and comfort for a great summer getaway.

Just those little things that really feel like the islands to meet feels like you're

in your own little world.

Explore what it means to be a global citizen as you go beyond your own borders.

It's less the mindset that we pack and more the mindset that we unpack.

And journey deep within America to discover what every city and state is proud to show

you about who they are.

I'm very obsessed with America if you can't tell and I wanted a piece of every city.

All aboard, it's Travel with Rick Steves.

We're celebrating Canada Day and the 4th of July on today's Travel with Rick Steves.

We'll hear how the Rocky Mountaineer train line helped to tie Canada together and will

pick our favorites from among the Gulf Islands in British Columbia.

Plus a sort of real life wears Waldo shares his enthusiasm for America after getting up

close with people in each of the 50 states.

He tried his hand at the local crafts in every major city in the USA.

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