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Gavin Dorn – Canada Expert

Gavin has spent the last five years specialising in bespoke Canada holidays and has enjoyed working in the travel industry for the past 20 years. Travel has always been and still is a huge passion of Gavin’s. He got the travel bug early, having lived abroad as a child, and can remember the exciting sights, smells and experiences all around him and this gave Gavin a real feeling to explore the world as an adult. Gavin is ready to help you organise and book your next adventure to Canada, where you will make some special memories to cherish forever.

What our Canada experts say...

Canada Expert Gavin

By Gavin

“Canada is an amazing destination with so much variety, from the Rocky Mountains and lively and historic cities to awe-inspiring wildlife. My favourite thing about my job is booking clients their trip of a lifetime.” 

First-hand Travel Experience in Canada

There are so many extraordinary and unforgettable ways to make the most of your time in this breathtaking country. Rocky Mountaineer and Alaska cruise holiday is the perfect way to experience Canada for the first time — jaw-dropping scenery, untamed wildlife, a delicious culinary experience and impeccable service.
 

Unforgettable Canada rail journeys

Exploring Canada by rail is among my favourite experiences. I’ve been able to savour a journey onboard the Rocky Mountaineer train, and all these exceptional routes as well as the ever-popular VIA Rail remain incredibly popular and are some of the highlights of any holiday in Canada.
 
My adventure saw me travel from Vancouver to Jasper with Rocky Mountaineer. While onboard, I experienced award-winning service while relaxing in world-class comfort. The food was delicious and the scenery was breathtaking. The onboard hosts were enthusiastic, friendly and knowledgeable as they shared fun facts and stories along the route as we passed through stunning landscapes from the British Columbia coast to the dramatic Rocky Mountains.
 

Savour a luxury cruise experience

An Alaska holiday should be on everyone’s bucket list. It is one of those destinations that genuinely surprises people. The scale of the scenery, the wildlife and the sheer remoteness of it are hard to prepare for. I’ve helped many My Canada Trips customers build Alaska cruise itineraries over the years, working with Celebrity Cruises, Holland America Line and Silversea, and having been onboard both Celebrity and Holland America ships myself, I know what sets them apart.
 
Celebrity suits those who want a polished, modern ship with great food and a lively atmosphere. Holland America is the choice for a more unhurried pace with real depth – wildlife talks, glaciology lectures and local history woven into the sailing. Silversea offers smaller ships, ocean-view suites and access to ports larger vessels can’t reach.
If you’re unsure which line suits you best, I’m happy to talk it through. The right choice usually comes down to the kind of trip you want rather than the ships themselves.
 

Gavin’s Expert Advice

Top 3 Must-Do Experiences in Canada

  • Columbia Icefield – the largest icefield in the North American Rockies, the Columbia Icefield spans an impressive 325 square kilometres and reaches elevations of up to 3,000 metres.
  • Wildlife tour in Jasper – an unforgettable experience as your expert guide helps you search for some of Canada’s stunning wildlife including bears, moose and elk.
  • Granville Island Market – this is Vancouver’s premier culinary and artisan destination. At this public market you can sample fresh seafood, local farm produce, and handcrafted goods.

Hidden gem destination most people miss

  • Montreal – the neighbourhood of Le Plateau-Mont-Royal is worth a visit if Montreal is part of your Canada holiday itinerary. It has a unique charm and is home to lovely shops, cafes, and bars.
 

What our clients say about Gavin

A friendly and extremely professional service

From the initial enquiry, the service was excellent. Gavin took on board our wishes and tailored an itinerary accordingly. Any clarification required was acted upon in timely fashion. Once the booking was confirmed and we were handed over from the sales department to customer services, further enquiries were again acted upon expeditiously. Information concerning our trip is well documented including necessary travel authorisations/visas. Our trip is not until 2027, so we would be willing to submit a further feedback at an appropriate time.

Mr Roots - Client

 

Brilliant Company

Excellent I spent time talking to Gavin he was asking questions and listening to my responses so consequently we now have a holiday of a lifetime booked and looking forward to it. I have recommended you to my friend as she is wanting to do the same trip next year. Very professional, nothing was rushed no obligation, everything is now booked with no hassle to myself. Received the itinerary absolutely brilliant. Thank you so much

Trusted Customer

 

Great experience, Gavin was knowledgeable and shared his expertise.

Spoke to Gavin about a trip to Canada always been a country that my wife and i have wanted to visit. We spoke about places we wanted to see and things we wanted to do, Gavin then sorted a fantastic trip for us May 2027 and we are so looking forward to it. Would definitely recommend My Canada Trips

Trusted Customer

 

Our Bucket List Trip 

We have been searching for a trip to Canada in 2027, had a few must haves and a number of nice to haves on our list. We spoke to Gavin at My Canada Trips, discussed dates, budget and our wish list. Within a couple of hours we had the trip we wanted, with some additional extras, and well within the budget we set. As soon as we paid deposit we received booking confirmations for Cruise, Rocky Mountaineer and hotels. We will not travel until May 2027, so have to wait a while for flight details, but have a guarantee of one stopover flights from our local airport.

 Mr Lindsay - Client

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Why book your holiday to Canada with My Canada Trips?


Tailor-made Canada holidays

  • Every itinerary is designed around your interests, budget, preferred pace and travel style.
  • We'll take care of every detail of your holiday, from flights and accommodation to car hire, rail journeys, cruises and experiences.
  • You'll have a dedicated Canada travel specialist to support you from your first enquiry until you return home.


First-hand Canada expertise

  • Our specialists have travelled extensively across Canada and Alaska. They'll answer your questions with facts, not guesses.
  • Our first-hand experiences include rail journeys, fly-drive holidays, cruises, wilderness lodge stays and city breaks.
  • Get practical advice about routes, seasons, accommodation, wildlife experiences and transport.


Award-winning and protected

  • My Canada Trips has been creating tailor-made Canada holidays for UK travellers since 1986.
  • Our service has been recognised by the customer-voted British Travel Awards and Feefo.
  • All of our holidays are ABTA and ATOL protected so that you can book with confidence.