Beginning in the early 1800’s, railroads were the main means of transporting passengers and freight across the vast miles that criss-crossed the American landscape. The discovery of gold in California in 1848 created an incentive for the railroads to cross the continent. After the driving in of...
The California Zephyr charts an epic journey across the American Midwest to the West Coast. Much of the trip cuts through endless corn fields – not exactly the most exciting scenery. That is, until you hit Denver. From Denver to San Francisco, the Zephyr runs along the Colorado river and ...
Join us for a day trip through the unspoiled Rocky Mountain West and on what the readers of USA Today have called the best, and most scenic train ride in America (2016, 2019, 2020). Depart fromAntonito, Colorado or Chama, New Mexicofor a steam train ride of a lifetime! Find adventure...
It was only completed in 1923, allowing direct train travel from east to west across the South Island. This section of line was once electrified, but now a door closes behind each train, allowing the train to act as a huge piston, forcing the diesel fumes out. Just the other side of ...
We watch a grainy black-and-white film about how massive modular harbour sections were built in England and floated across the English Channel to create the port for delivering troops and supplies.Outside, concrete remnants poke up through the sea....
We’ve seen an otter cross the road here, humping across the highway with its weird gait. Alligator viewed from boardwalk at the Big Cypress Visitor Center along the Tamiami Trail. (Photo: David Blasco) A few miles west, Big Cypress National Preserve Visitor Center offers exhibits, an ...
(North Carolina) and the ride offers scenic excursions through the mountains along the rivers, across valleys, and through tunnels. It takes you through snowy terrains and the ride ends at the North Pole. The mesmerizing view of the snow-packed mountains adds charm to the train ride. ...
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For a more historic trip, however, you may want to visit the Eureka Springs & North Arkansas. While they own just a few miles of track they operate through the beautiful Ozark Mountains and also offer dinners on-board. Finally, if you are interested in train rides that pertain to ...