About Sleeping Giant Travel Co.
Sleeping Giant Travel Co. began with a simple belief: meaningful travel should not be postponed indefinitely. Based in Thunder Bay and serving travellers across Ontario and Canada, we specialize in luxury river, small-ship ocean, and expedition cruises designed around comfort, curiosity, and personal priorities. Our name reflects our northern roots and the quiet strength of the Sleeping Giant.
Our Philosophy
Time as the
Ultimate Luxury
Time is life's most valuable asset. Tyler's background in funeral service has reinforced a simple truth: the experiences that matter should not always be left for an uncertain someday. We help clients approach meaningful travel thoughtfully, while they can appreciate it fully.
Bucket List,
Beautifully Realized
We turn long-held travel ideas into practical, carefully considered cruise plans. By focusing exclusively on luxury river, small-ship ocean, and expedition cruising, we can help clients compare the experiences, ships, cabins, inclusions, and destinations that best match their priorities.
Luxury Defined by Care and Precision
True luxury is personal. It can mean attentive service, a quieter ship, more space, deeper destination access, or simply knowing the details have been considered. Our role is to understand what matters to you and coordinate the planning with care.
Who We Are
Tyler Poletti | Travel Advisor & Founder
Cruising is not one of many services Tyler offers. It is the focus of his travel business and the way he most enjoys helping clients explore the world.
Tyler Poletti is a travel advisor and licensed funeral director in Ontario. Working with families during significant moments has shaped his belief that time, connection, and meaningful experiences deserve careful attention.
Through Sleeping Giant Travel Co., Tyler specializes in luxury river cruises, small-ship ocean cruises, and expedition cruises for Canadian travellers. His approach is personal and practical: listen first, understand the traveller, compare the options, and explain the recommendations clearly.
Every potential client begins with a complimentary consultation. If the client chooses to proceed, professional research, itinerary design, and booking support begin after payment of the planning fee.
The goal is not simply to book a cruise. It is to help each client choose an experience that feels worthwhile, comfortable, and genuinely suited to the way they want to travel.