A field guide to trains of north america this book describes and illustrates all the rolling stock commonly used by any american railroad, including the 150 different types of locomotive. Cross the continental divide, follow the canyons of the colorado river, meander through the deserts of utah and nevada, traverse the donner pass, and end your journey in california. Guide to north americas tourist railways and museums complete directory of over 250 tourist railways and museums david holt, robert c. Add to that landscape bustling metropolises, expansive national parks, and acclaimed historic sites and attractions, and its easy to see why the united states is a perfect destination for a train trip. Guidebook to north americas tourist railways and museums 5th edition contains over 500 tourist railways, railroad museums and other railroad related attractions across the us and canada.
One of my main problems with the book was that is was such a major bummer in many places. Often combining cruising with alaska and canadian trains, these tours visit some of the most spectacular scenery on the continent and the ocean. Train tickets usa buy usa rail pass at international rail. Great scenic railway journeys trains around north america. Great scenic railway journeyss gsrjs official merchandise store is the only seller of authorized original gsrj books, movies, clothing, and more. Guide to north america s tourist railways and museums complete directory of over 250 tourist railways and museums david holt, robert c. Avoid the stress of the airports and travel around america by train. Railbookers has a huge number of packages that make it easy to explore america on your own. This third edition of our companion book has been updated along with adding.
Trains around north america emmy award winning program today north america offers more railway adventures than anywhere else in the world. I highly recommend this to anyone dreaming of an amtrak trip across the country. The best train trips in north america bottom line inc. Explore night trains around the world on this unique and comprehensive map pdf 10mb. The magic of trains has grown only as their share of the transportation market has shrunk.
This gift also includes enrollment in the mykpbs savers club plus additional online access to more. Great scenic railway journeys guide to north americas tourist to. For more than a quarter of a century, great scenic railway journeys and its creator, robert van camp, have captured the world of tourist railway adventures. You can book a romantic excursion in europe, north america, or australia by consulting s extensive resources. Book a seat for the shorter journeys or upgrade to a sleeper for the longer hauls like new york to san francisco.
In this anniversary special, robert has selected his top 12 favorite rail journeys in north america. Though some railways are listed the description of locations is very light and many museums are. Guide to north americas tourist railways and museums complete. America by rail offers many tours through americas west.
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Trains around north america great scenic railway journeys. Please login to see this page american public television. Travelers come from around the world to experience this gorgeous west coast train journey. Also includes railroad radio frequencies, scenic highlights, photography tips, safety considerations and other relevant travel information.
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