Kids of all ages love trains. This is evident from the thousands of visitors who frequent the more than 350 train attractions in North America each year. The greatest challenge for these train enthusiasts is finding the best attractions available. Heather Taylor's new book, Where the Trains Are!, shows train-lovers the best in kid-friendly train attractions across the United States and Canada. From location and admission to special events and souvenirs, this state-by-state guide includes all the critical information for planning a trip to a train attraction. This resource lists railroad museums, train stations and depots, and scenic train excursions. Many destinations have seasonal exhibits and rides that provide hours of family fun. Taylor has also found the best, and safest, places to see real trains going about their normal routes. Train attractions can be found in every corner of North America. Some of the exhibits highlighted in this book include : The Grand Canyon Railway, Flagstaff, AZ Ghost Mountain Hayrides at Stone Mountain, GA The Bluegrass Scenic Railroad, Versailles, KY Yakima Valley Rail and Steam Museum, Toppenish, WA And don't forget Canada! Taylor has found the best attractions from British Columbia to New Brunswick. Whether a train exhibit is the sole purpose of your trip, or just a way to spend an afternoon away from home, this guide shows you how to get the most out of your visit! About the Author Heather R. Taylor is the mother of a train-loving child. She lives in Washington, D.C., and has written on travel for the Washington Post.
All aboard for railroad fun. From the Chattanooga Choo-choo to Yosemite's Sugar Pine Railroad, here's everything you need to explore the incredibly rich railroad heritage of the U.S. and Canada. Visit all kinds of train attractions, including: Scenic train rides and excursions Amusement-park rides kids will love Museums and historic depots Models, miniatures, and replicas Streetcars, cable cars, and trolleys Antique steam trains Arranged by state and province, every entry covers when to go, how to get there, what to do, and how much it will cost. Kids and adults of all ages will love the awesome power of locomotives, the thrill of tunnels, trestles, and bridges, and the nostalgic charm of the rugged Old West. Whether you want to recline in a vintage luxury car, examine a turn-of-the-century narrow-gauge line, or wave from a red caboose, this book points the way.
ThriftBooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. We personally assess every book's quality and offer rare, out-of-print treasures. We deliver the joy of reading in recyclable packaging with free standard shipping on US orders over $15. ThriftBooks.com. Read more. Spend less.