About Us: Where the Giant Awakens to Luxury Exploration
Sleeping Giant Travel Co. began with a simple belief: retirement should be filled with the kind of experiences you’ve always imagined. Built on helping Canadians make the most of their time, our name reflects both our northern roots and the quiet power of nature. We focus on luxury river and expedition cruising, creating journeys that are calm, enriching, and deeply rewarding for those who want to experience the world with intention.
Our Philosophy
Time as the
Ultimate Luxury
Our philosophy is rooted in the understanding that time is life’s most valuable asset. Shaped by a background in end-of-life care and service, we believe meaningful travel should never be postponed to an uncertain “someday.” The moments that matter most deserve to be experienced while they can be fully appreciated.
Bucket List,
Beautifully Realized
We specialize in transforming lifelong travel aspirations into refined, seamless experiences. Through carefully curated small-ship, expedition, and culturally immersive journeys, we help clients fulfill the destinations and moments they have always envisioned.
Luxury Defined by Care and Precision
True luxury lies in how thoughtfully a journey is designed. With discretion, expertise, and a commitment to personal pace, we craft travel that allows clients to explore the world with confidence, ease, and the assurance that every detail has been meticulously considered.
Who We Are
Tyler Poletti
Travel Advisor & Founder | Sleeping Giant Travel Co.
Luxury is not simply about where you go, it is about how you experience the time you have.
Sleeping Giant Travel Co. was founded on that belief.
Tyler Poletti brings a rare and deeply personal perspective to the world of luxury travel. As a licensed funeral director in Ontario, his professional life been rooted in service during life’s most meaningful and heartbreaking moments. This work has profoundly shaped how he approaches travel.
In parallel to his funeral profession, Tyler has built a distinguished reputation as a travel advisor specializing in refined, immersive journeys for clients who value intention over impulse and depth over excess. His expertise lies in luxury cruising, with a particular focus on river voyages and expedition travel building experiences designed for travellers who seek authenticity, elegance, and meaningful connection with the world.
Through Sleeping Giant Travel Co., Tyler curates bespoke journeys that balance sophistication with substance. From the quiet elegance of Europe’s waterways to the raw powerof polar landscapes, his approach blends meticulous planning, insider access, and a deeply personal understanding of what makes an experience truly unforgettable.
At its core, Sleeping Giant Travel Co. is not simply about travel planning. It is about legacy. It is about choosing to live fully, intentionally, and luxuriously while the opportunity exists.
Because the greatest luxury is time.