Calgary Archives ⋆ The Passenger

July 14, 2024July 27, 2024

YYC

The international airport of Calgary (YYC) is a middle-size airport located in the north of the city. It is a convenient airport with many seating options, good coffee bars and restaurants and the fastest security check I’ve ever experienced. YYC has four runways and transports 18 million passengers per year. Initially used for military purposes the first civilians were starting their flights here in 1946. Today not only Air Canada and North-American airlines use the airport; also KLM, Condor and Edelweiss Air are landing here.

July 14, 2024January 30, 2025

Canadian history

Heritage Park Historical Village in Calgary is Canada’s largest living history museum, offering visitors an immersive journey through Western Canada’s past. Spanning 127 acres, the park features over 180 exhibits, including a working steam train, historical buildings, and costumed interpreters who bring history to life. Divided into distinct eras, the park showcases everything from 1860s fur trading posts to a 1930s town, allowing guests to experience what life was like for early settlers, Indigenous peoples, and railway pioneers.

July 14, 2024January 30, 2025

The Hangar

The Hangar Flight Museum in Calgary is a fascinating destination dedicated to preserving and showcasing Canada’s rich aviation history. Housed in a historic Second World War-era drill hall, the museum features an impressive collection of civilian and military aircrafts, including vintage planes, helicopters, and artifacts that highlight the evolution of aviation in Canada.

July 10, 2024January 30, 2025

Rocky Mountaineer

While travelling through the Canadian Rocky Mountains you’ll see a lot of railway tracks and if you’re lucky you can also spot a special train that takes tourists from city to city: The Rocky Mountaineer is a world-renowned luxury train that offers an unforgettable journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Western Canada and the Rocky Mountains. Unlike traditional rail travel, the Rocky Mountaineer operates exclusively during the daytime, ensuring that passengers never miss a moment of the towering peaks, rushing rivers, and pristine wilderness outside their panoramic windows. The train features glass-domed coaches, allowing for unobstructed views of glaciers, waterfalls, and wildlife such as bears, elk, and bald eagles.