Taking the TRAIN across CANADA - Manitoba [Ep. 7]

[@Bungletronics]

Man, they need to make you Canada’s official tourism ambassador! I’ve always wanted to go to a bunch of places in Canada and now I have so many more on my list from watching your videos! And I love your train travels with your dad! So cool!

[@Sprouht]

Feast Café Bistro delivered maybe the best meal on our trip. It was exactly what I needed after an EPIC curling match........... 😏

[@DownieLive]

Couldn't agree more!

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Such a fun series! I look forward to every Saturday to watch a new episode.

[@IzzyOnTheMove]

I've made lifelong friends with people i met on the train. I love the fact that there's no wifi. It really makes people come together. ❤

[@LandsharkTravels]

This series has been absolutely fantastic so far. Major kudos to showing things that are not just what every other travel vlog shows. Really enjoying these, definitely earned my sub.

[@malakwaqasawan4371]

Whenever I see you videos I fell in love with Canada and its people and cluture.

[@HELENation]

I can totally feel how sad those passengers were when you had to hop off at Winnipeg. You totally brought people together, Mike :) They will never forget about you and for sure you would be one of their highlights when they share/talk/recall their train ride stories!

[@btolfree]

Mike, I really love your videos. Been following since the east coast. Being from Ontario, I appreciate being able to see our beautiful country. Thank you!

[@didisinclair3605]

Oh so wonderful!! That spa looked heavenly!!!!!! Thanks Mike!

[@steveleid4060]

Curling best sport on ice. Love this series. Only been in one part of Canada. Maybe ill get to visit again someday.

[@nicolerichards5769]

Ahhh this is amazing to see my home Manitoba being shown in a different light! Hecla Island, Whiteshell Provincial Park, the Spirit Sands desert. the many many river valleys. Manitoba is truly underrated and a hidden gem of Canada that gets a bad rap but it truly is beautiful.

[@donnawillis6625]

You guys make me envious. At 67 I have missed so much. Thank you taking me on the ride too.

[@IzzyOnTheMove]

I carry my metal utensils in a little pouch everywhere i go. Perfect for getting take out outside.

[@IzzyOnTheMove]

It just hit me that you rode the Rocky Mountaineer BEFORE the Canadian. Now that is just weird 😆😉💜

[@yelyint5620]

Everything from Feast Café Bistro seems like every foodie's dream! Envy you, Mike and Will.

[@IzzyOnTheMove]

I love the Fort Garry ❤

[@Caleo996]

The fact that you include the name of indigenous lands in the videos, thank you so much!

[@lennyt-man4229]

Mike hope you and Will enjoyed your time in Winnipeg and visiting some of the other places in Manitoba. My one side of the family has lived here since 1788. Their are so many places, plus festivals too see in the city and province.

[@phurwitzma]

I may not be a die hard railfan like you are but I really like your style and how much you are showing off the train also on this series.

[@shaleiigavesti4601]

Curling is an interesting sport..who knew it also is featured in the Winter Olympics...I really enjoyed the Feast Cafe Bistro you visited. Its great what they do integrating culture with their food and it looks delish and the Thermea Spa...wow...sooo relaxing!

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Michael Downie was an Honorary Manitoban and now he gets to integrate even more now.

[@IzzyOnTheMove]

There are dome cars in economy where you can meet others and look at the scenery, You also used to be able to go to the back dining car (the nice one with the tablecloths & the chef food) and pay for your meals while riding coach, but now i believe you can only by stuff from the cafe-car in economy.

[@kenbuddybuddy2005]

Another great video. Your excitement over everything makes me laugh and puts a big smile on my face! Your cool!!!! You make every part of Canada look exciting.

[@HELENation]

15:03 I love that TruEarth straw is perfect size for bubble tea as well, lol 😁😍❤

[@hahahaHAWNA]

Had a rough week last week and started watching your old videos. You quickly became the “friend” I needed. Thank you for being you and created these quality, relatable, bucket list videos. ❤

[@geogent6655]

Mike such a great series. I'm the "fun" Uncle with 3 nieces and nephews and 2 God children, ages 9-17. We've trained Toronto to Vancouver, Amtrak Los Angeles to Chicago to New York, Cruised London to Russia and back, Cruised Los Angeles to Alaska,Mexico and Miami. Barcelona to Venice and the Orient Express Vienna to Paris to London and cruised back to New York. All the kids are great photographers and document every journey. My oldest Nephew suggested the cross country Canadian rail trek after seeing your train vlogs. Thanks so much for the inspirations, it's travel vloggers like you that inspire the "younger" generation to travel, experience and learn new cultures and lifestyles. Thanks so much👍❤️🌈❤️🌈

[@Charliefarley170287]

Just watching footage of that spa is relaxing!

[@johnmones1450]

I am so enjoying this travelogue. It’s wonderful that you are spending so much time exploring each stop. Who knew there was so much to see, do and eat in Manitoba and its environs. If I was experiencing this episode myself I don’t know what I would like best - the train ride into Manitoba or the stay in Manitoba? Love your energy. Looking forward to your next stop. In the meantime stay well. 👍🙏😎

[@kimberlyshalaby1134]

Just once, I wish my body felt as relaxed as you looked coming out of that spa. I love you take me there to all these wonderful places, meeting wonderful new friends. Beautiful!

[@DownieLive]

You are so welcome

[@ardenmiller8591]

All I can say Mike is keep them coming. I can't decide what one I like the best they're all fantastic !!

[@fotomann40]

I've never ever heard of bannock! Looks awesome and now I've got to look it up and see if I can make it! The yoga looked very interesting. Thank you for sharing this!

[@robfromwpg]

so great... hitting up my curling club, my home town and so much of New Iceland!! Thanks for showing off some great mb moments

[@lukehalmrast7366]

As someone who has been curling since I was 10 my favourite part of this video was the curling part. Im glad to see that you enjoy curling as well Mike!

[@carolyn9589]

OMG, the food at Feast Cafe Bistro looked amazing. Now I've GOT to get to Manitoba!

[@keishlaspivey6157]

Enjoying this series... love watching curling 🥌🥌 🌴

[@charlesmcdermott6139]

That spa would be a must for me!

[@TheJremple]

Glad you enjoyed your stay here in Winnipeg! So many fun things to do all year round.

[@YamIa3gypsy]

The spa!!!! Oh my goodness, mind blown. Thanks for getting us in, what a treat.😎

[@Kanadiankid]

My city baby!! Great content Mike

[@SimuKiseru]

I love that you've come to my town for a stop. Sioux Lookout! It is a beautiful town.

[@juliatan8348]

My home province!! I miss it so much, thanks for brining me back home :)

[@corybourrier9722]

Next time you’re in Manitoba, I’d love to show you a couple of provincial parks 😎 cheers dude sending tons of good vibes from Winnipeg haha

[@DownieLive]

Maybe one day!

[@martinpenev6750]

As always: Top notch quality, education and entertainment. Thx buddy 🙏🏻

[@susanbrennan5511]

I agree. The towns he talks about sound so interesting I want to go!

[@augl2702]

Loving the series. I can't wait for my opportunity to travel to Canada.

[@robert-jeanray2701]

Another wonderful segment. I especially enjoyed the highlights in Winnipeg. When I was in the US Air Force, stationed at Grand Forks AFB, ND (1978-1982), I would drive up to Winnipeg to spend my weekends. My favorite destination, the Winnipeg Art Gallery; where I viewed the most amazing collection of Inuit art. Thank you again, for sharing your adventures.

[@stitchit53]

Thank you Michael. I now want this as my next vacation.

[@FROMKYLE2U]

Again - excellent... And Thermea - wow that looked like the perfect spot....can't wait for next week !!! Be well !!!

[@nates2970]

I absolutely love this series. As an American who did not get a ton of history or information about Canada, I have learned so much about the history, geography of the different providences, and the indigenous people from this series. Thanks for this content, Mike! 10/10

[@davidmartin9039]

I am enjoying this trip across Canada.

[@l0vrde]

"Ooohhh, I'm so excited."

[@RedHillian]

Long distance train travel, historic hotels, relaxing nordic spas - this is the content I love, and you've shown us so much more of Manitoba too (a province that I know next to nothing about, save what I've seen from you and Sprouht)!

[@yosoypatrick]

A standout episode in a great series, I love how you integrate your sponsor message in a way that bigs up the company but also makes us appreciate their contribution to making this exciting journey happen, I now want to buy a Tru Earth cutlery set!

[@morganschiller2288]

Downie is by far the cutest most adorable Candian ever. I’d drive up from Wyoming for a 🤗 and his best maple syrup.

[@dawnwilliamson1523]

Thank you for this journey! You should come back in February and try the outdoor curling bonspiel. It is a non-profit event.

[@IzzyOnTheMove]

YOU ARRIVED SOMEWHERE EARLY ON THE CANADIAN? I hope you got a lottery ticket LOL! I'M used to 12 hour delays, but that's cool because as long as you're on the train, THEY HAVE TO FEED YOU!!!! 👍

[@kathynichols6602]

Highlight of my week. Thank you 😊

[@barbarabates6259]

so cool to know you and Will were about 300 miles north from where I live here in Minnesota.when you were in Winnipeg

[@corybourrier9722]

WOOO sending good vibes from Winnipeg Mike!! Come back anytime 🙌🏼 😎

[@williamneal9076]

WOW! That SPA day. 'Wholly Cow'!! And the CAFE. Yummy Great FOOD!

[@DownieLive]

Yes it was!

[@iancanuckistan2244]

Another killer video Mike. Just one minor correction: The railing at the Fort Garry Hotel is brass, but is is gold coloured.

[@williamw1907]

Gee I feel so much better now that you ve corrected us,,,,,,,

[@iancanuckistan2244]

@@williamw1907 Every once in a while my anal retentive gets the better of me.

[@kenbuddybuddy2005]

@@williamw1907 Great response. Love the videos.

[@maysmith4906]

I enjoyed the Canadian. It was neat walking through the old sleepers seeing other types of bedrooms. There was one where the chairs lay down for a bed and their toilet was under their bed. CRAZY! Looks like what you had. Some were births which were just beds behind curtains. So cool! When we were on the Ocean, the European sleepers had a shower above our private toilet getting the whole bathroom wet and their was a "tour guide" type person in the dome cars giving facts and telling stories along the way.

[@helenreid7022]

You deliver the BEST videos! I loved every minute of this one! It left me hungry, relaxed and also excited to travel! Can’t wait till next week! ❤️❤️

[@PokhrajRoy.]

17:58 Builders: “How big do you want the curling stone to be?” Curling Club: “Yes.”

[@tarastephenson5767]

The Fort Garry is also supposedly haunted. Thanks for doing a Manitoba episode!

[@danielleherie8675]

Room 202 or 203 is the haunted room, and the dining room / lounge is also haunted.

[@andykoch4175]

I took a trip on The Canadian and I would say the staff is the best part. The porter and I got chatting, Manitoba was his home and rest stop. When I mentioned I collected coins, he told me that the Canadian Mint was just outside town and even offered to take me there on his day off. We had a great time touring. As a USA citizen, I have also been told by a Canadian Border Guard that I have seen more of Canada that most Canadians. Thanks for bringing back the memories and sharing your journey.

[@PokhrajRoy.]

The Thermëa Nordic Spa was so cool! As you said it already, it has everything for everybody.

[@candacejackson5044]

The hotel is magnificent. The food at The Feast looked and sounded amazing. Cool maritime museum, not near water. Loved the jump shots in front of the statues. Oh my goodness. That nordic spa looked absolutely amazing. I can definitely see how you spent 8 hours there.

[@anneholden9908]

That spa looks fantastic!

[@saideepakb]

Brilliant! Gotta check out that spa someday.

[@SteamboatWilley]

A bamboo straw sounds like an excellent idea. I want one to take to places that normally give you a cardboard straw that goes all soggy in your drink.

[@madonnavalenta3947]

I ‘be been to Canada once, to Ottawa. I have learned so much. This is truly greats!

[@matthewmedley8532]

Great channel. Enjoying every upload.

[@michaelformaini7053]

Mike, what can I say? So many superlatives in this episode I could write a 1500 word essay and it would probably not be enough. I do hope the Civic Authorities in Winnipeg award you the freedom of the city as a result of this episode. The Province should also award you for this episode. Manitoba is not on the bucket list for most visitors to Canada but you and Will have certainly raised the bar. Great coverage of The Canadian as the lead up to Winnipeg, Gimli and other places you visited. The Canadian journey had me pause the video and reach for my Scenic Rail Guide to Central and Atlantic Canada, published in 1983 by Bill Coo, a ViaRail Conductor of the time. Pages 138 to 147 cover the journey across Ontario to Manitoba and a photo of Sioux Lookout station appears on page 146. I note that you resisted the urge to point out the fact that Winnipeg has one of the largest rail complexes in the world. but I suppose your USA cousins might get snooty over that, claiming that Union Pacific's Bailey Yard in Omaha is bigger. Enough of that! I certainly hope TruEarth, Canadian Television and all Provinces will fund you and Will for a chance to do a repeat series travelling in the opposite direction, visiting places that you haven't covered in this series. It would be great if TruEarth funded your trip downunder to Australia and New Zealand to meet me and many other of your KZbin fans and to be shown around our part of the world. Enough from me this week. Looking forward to your next installment. Cheers from Michael.

[@williamlehtola1793]

Manitoba is a beautiful province - ladies and gentlemen - it just gets better - the next 3 are sensational - especially the last two - another world for sure - keep it up guys - great job

[@zapper302]

I am so happy to be able to travel along with you through our amazing country.

[@petermladinic8249]

You and Will “living it up” in Manitoba. The train, the food, the yoga, the spa, the curling-all looks great! My one stop in Manitoba, a park in late spring, the mosquitoes were like ferocious. Thanks for a great video, Mike.

[@roberthicks5704]

So much fun....as usual when traveling with you. Looking forward to the next adventure.

[@cbronoord]

I would love to visit that spa. Looks so good.

[@Tynab]

This just popped up in my recommended and brought back so many memories of our VIA Rail rides as kids from MTL to Halifax every summer to visit family. I look forward to watching the previous episodes and continuing this series!

[@christycruz2633]

What a great episode! Manitoba looks like a wonderful place. What a great way to spend my afternoon. Can't wait to see what's next!

[@juscelinobarreto998]

Thank you buddy . I"ll be here next saturday for more adventures , great places , great trip , great people , great food and of course a great video with 2 amazing guys . Cya!!!

[@MrTurboFour]

Another great video! Thanks for sharing another part of the country! You got my a pickerel. We used to eat it quite often growing up in Sudbury. 🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@YVRCasting]

11:02 yes I'd love to try the bannock as a pizza base... & maybe bison on it!

[@candacemantha9421]

Canada is such a big and diverse landscape isn't it!? Loving this series, I'm just continually impressed with all there is to see and do in Canada!

[@MadMaxRSA]

love your series, this takes me back to when I did this trip 7 years ago

[@missjrich2198]

Just joyful amazing spectacular scenery 😍 ❤

[@petermclean1576]

Great episode mate…that spa place looks awesome !

[@erikfleischhacker3583]

fabulous series, Michael!! Excited to see your adventure in beautiful Saskatchewan!!

[@DownieLive]

Thanks so much!

[@kadambini_]

I did the train dance along with you! Lovely video as always 😊

[@DerekLowePianist]

By far my favourite episode. Thanks for showing us Canada with such great detail! Looking forward to the next episode!

[@carlasofialanca2265]

Hello, Mike! I enjoyed every moment in this last video! It is getting better every week👈 I think it is amazing a train with big windows everywhere.. With your videos, I think, everyone wants to travel like you and wants to know all about all😀 Thanks!! I don't know where you going next but I will stay here waiting 🍀🍀

[@davemassey1981]

Great trip, brought back memories when we went to Jasper, just arrived 19hrs late but it didn’t matter, still in contact with the group we met on that journey 👍🏻

[@mikeess2780]

Enjoyable and interesting content. No wasted moments. I appreciate the respect you provide others you have recruited to be a part of your content. Well done. Thank you.

[@SnowinSummer37]

Amazing once again!!! Love this entire series. My folks are even watching it now. Keep going …. 😊

[@maltiiyer1428]

Love your videos Mike. No one does it with so much dedication and sincerity like you. Hats off to you. Your videos are full of information, excitement and adventure. While watching them I feel I am in Canada with you. I love your innocence and excitement. Canada is my dream destination and travelling with you is my fantasy. Love you.

[@carlmuhm3896]

Mike thanks for the awesome journey you Rock.

[@InsaneHunter01]

Back in the late 90's and early 2000's there was a North American rail pass. Travel anywhere you can with VIA and AmTrak. I found when I was in the day coach traveling, (not a lot of money to my disposal) was the most entertaining on VIA. On one train trip from Edmonton all the way to Toronto, Was traveling by coincidence with about 15 people. playing cards, and having a little get together concert in the observation car at night after sunset. Because of covid, that's all stopped and people now keep more to them selves.

[@Ajlikestraveling]

I woke up early to watch! The views look so so good!!! keep up the good work downie!

[@DownieLive]

Morning!

[@Ajlikestraveling]

@@DownieLive keep up the good work! And morning!!

[@heathertruskinger6214]

Canada's train stations are Amazon !😮 love that spa, too ❤