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Amtrak:Best Fares, Best Experiences

September 3, 2010 Rail No Comments

Travelling across the United States by passenger rail onboard Amtrak has never been so pleasurable or more affordable. … Continue Reading

Bear Drops in for Lunch at Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Rail Road

September 2, 2010 Rail No Comments

Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Rail Road owner Max Stauffer knew all too well what the damaged windows and mess in the kitchen of the popular Yosemite area attraction meant: He had had a break in. … Continue Reading

Next Generation Bi-Level Passenger Rail Car Design Approved By Amtrak, FRA, and States

September 2, 2010 Rail No Comments

The approval of performance and technical design specifications for next generation bi-level passenger rail cars is a major achievement that supports Amtrak’s plans to advance and support the growth of new or existing state-supported corridor service, renew and replace its national fleet and foster the development of a domestic rail manufacturing industry. … Continue Reading

Ales on Rails on Tap in October at Verde Canyon Railroad

August 31, 2010 Rail No Comments

The first sign of autumn isn’t always the changing of the leaves; sometimes it’s the changing of the kegs. When the air turns crisp and carries the sound of polka music and the aroma of brats sizzling on the grill, it can only mean that Oktoberfest has arrived. Ales on Rails is Verde Canyon Railroad’s way of toasting this German tradition. … Continue Reading

“Great Dome” Car Returns To Adirondack service As Ridership Approaches Record Level

August 30, 2010 Rail No Comments

Passengers riding Amtrak’s Adirondack train north of Albany will once again have the unique opportunity to experience the spectacular view of New York State’s fall foliage season when the historic “Great Dome” rail car makes a special four-week return appearance from September 23 through October 24, 2010. … Continue Reading

Palace on Wheels

August 25, 2010 Rail No Comments

Palace on Wheels India (www.palace-on-wheels-india.com) offers fabulous discount of 16% on the palace on Wheel trainjourney. Avail of the one-time windfall discount and embark on a dream journey onthe royal luxury train. … Continue Reading

Blues Music on Tap Aboard the Alaska Railroad

August 20, 2010 Rail No Comments

Blues band Champagne and Temporary Saint will play a live concert onboard the Alaska Railroad providing a complementing soundtrack to the scenic Chugach Forest, passing glaciers and wildlife. … Continue Reading

Luxury is a another Great plus for Rail Plus

August 19, 2010 Rail No Comments

Twenty-three luxury rail experiences are featured in Rail Plus’ 2011 Great Train Journeys of the World brochure released this week. … Continue Reading

Japan East Rail Pass

August 18, 2010 Rail No Comments

Melbourne-based rail specialist International Rail has the perfect pass to compliment ski packages and holidays to Japan, the three-day Japan Rail East Pass priced from as little as $48 per day. … Continue Reading

Escape To Whistler For An Exclusive Summer Getaway With Rocky Mountaineer

August 11, 2010 Rail No Comments

Canadian rail company, Rocky Mountaineer has released an  exclusive Whistler Rail & Stay Special.  Priced from $199 CDN per person, travellers who book a round-trip rail journey on Rocky Mountaineer’s … Continue Reading

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