Posted on August 14th, 2008 by Amanda
The Polar Express is alive again. Take a train to see Santa as the Grand Canyon Railway presents a Christmas Train Tour that will delight both children and adults. The fare for an adult is $174.00, while children ride for only $24.00 apiece. This is a great way to spend time with the family as you ride the rim of the Grand Canyon in an historic train. Way before there were helicopter and rafting tours of the canyon, the Grand Canyon Railway was the most elite way to view the majestic vistas that was created by the Colorado River. Making it’s first run in 1901, the Grand Canyon Railway has offered for more than a hundred years, a relaxing, fun filled adventure.
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Posted on August 13th, 2008 by Amanda
The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad
The Appalachian Mountains have bee a vacation destination for decades. The majestic beauty of the lower part of the Appalachians, the Great Smoky Mountains, has been viewed by millions of visitors. The roads around the mountains offer spectacular views, but to visit the back country via rail is an experience of a lifetime. The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad offers five tours that will spark interest in any traveler. Each tour is unique and is planed with a specific route that will detail scenery and wildlife in a way that many visitors by car have not seen. The fares for these tours range between $36 and $44. Children under two ride for free. The tours last from one half to four and a half hours depending on the duration you wish to be on the train. Each tour route is individualized, showcasing spectacular scenery and emphasizing the best of the Great Smoky Mountains.
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Posted on July 17th, 2008 by Amanda
Children love to be in on the secret, don’t they? Whenever there is something different or uncommon they want to be the first to tell their friends about it. If you can, it’s fun to take time in your vacation to stop at some unusual spots.
Often you don’t even know of any such places to find out about. There is a website sponsored by Theme Parks Online. This site lists theme parks in all the states. If you click on the links you get all kinds of information about each park.
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