Tourist Trains Guidebook

Tourist Trains Guidebook
Author:
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Total Pages: 350
Release: 2009-04
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0871162733

Provides reviews and listings for a variety of railroad museums in the United States and Canada.

All Aboard!

All Aboard!
Author: Jim Loomis
Publisher: Prima Lifestyles
Total Pages: 436
Release: 1998
Genre: Transportation
ISBN:

This is the definitive guide to North American train travel, complete with booking procedures, on-board etiquette, maps, floor plans for typical coach and sleeping cars, and more. This new edition reflects all the recent changes at Amtrak, North America's largest passenger rail system.

Canada by Train

Canada by Train
Author: Chris Hanus
Publisher: Way of the Rail Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009-05-19
Genre: Canada
ISBN: 9780973089752

VIA Rail, Canada's national passenger train service, makes visiting this breathtaking country a truly memorable journey. Canada by Train is the complete guidebook to train travel with VIA Rail. Full of useful facts and vivid photographs, this guide provides current, comprehensive details on train services and safety measures. The guide features over 500 full-color illustrations and photographs; updated information on schedules, fares and pass options; mile-by-mile route guides; practical suggestions on traveling light, settling in sleepers and coaches; and more.--From publisher description.

Japan by Rail

Japan by Rail
Author: Ramsey Zarifeh
Publisher:
Total Pages: 452
Release: 2002
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 9781873756232

Use this comprehensive guide in conjunction with a rail pass to get the most out of your trip to Japan.

Rick Steves Mediterranean Cruise Ports

Rick Steves Mediterranean Cruise Ports
Author: Rick Steves
Publisher: Rick Steves
Total Pages: 1388
Release: 2016-09-13
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1631213822

Set sail and dive into Europe's magnificent port cities with Rick Steves Mediterranean Cruise Ports! Inside you'll find: Rick's expert advice on making the most of your time on a cruise and fully experiencing each city, with thorough coverage of 23 ports of call Practical travel strategies including how to choose and book your cruise, adjust to life on board on the ship, and save money Self-guided walks and tours of each port city so you can hit the best sights, sample authentic cuisine, and get to know the culture, even with a short amount of time Essential logistics including step-by-step instructions for arriving at each terminal, getting into town, and finding necessary services like ATMs and pharmacies Rick's reliable tips and candid advice on how to beat the crowds, skip lines, and avoid tourist traps Helpful reference photos throughout and full-color maps of each city Useful tools like mini-phrasebooks, detailed instructions for any visa requirements, hotel and airport recommendations for cruise access cities, and what to do if you miss your ship Full list of coverage: Provence, Marseille, Toulon and the Port of La Seyne-sur-Mer, Cassis, Aix-en-Provence, Nice, Villefrance-sur-Mer, Cap Ferrat, Monaco, Cannes, Antibes, Florence, Pisa, Lucca, the Port of Livorno, Rome, the Port of Civitaveccia, Naples, Sorrento, Capri, Pompeii, Herculaneum, the Amalfi Coast, Venice, Split, Dubrovnik, Athens, the Port of Piraeus, Mykonos, Santorini, Corfu, Olympia and the Port of Katakolo, Crete and the Port of Heraklion, Rhodes, Istanbul, Ephesus, and The Port of Kusadasi Maximize your time and savor every moment in port with Rick's practical tips, thoughtful advice, and reliable expertise. Heading north? Pick up Rick Steves Scandinavian & Northern European Cruise Ports.

Tourist Trains Guidebook Ninth Edition

Tourist Trains Guidebook Ninth Edition
Author: Trains Magazine
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023-04-23
Genre:
ISBN: 9781627009379

It's time to get back out and discover the railroad history that made America great. This unique book will guide you to the places where you can do just that. Inside, you'll find more than 500 fascinating train rides, museums, trolleys, dinner trains, and historic depots across the United States and Canada. You'll discover trains that travel over historic paths, journey into the wilderness, and provide scenic vistas only seen by rail. Written by the knowledgeable staff and contributors at Trains magazine, you'll find detailed reviews that explain what a site offers, the best times to go, and other things you can do in the area. Each region also includes a handy locator map to help plan your trip.

Amtrak's Best Kept Secret

Amtrak's Best Kept Secret
Author: Elda Acevedo Estefania
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016-03-03
Genre: Railroad travel
ISBN: 9781530338443

"A long time advocate of independent travel, Acevedo Estefania has published several articles that promote journeys instead of traditional tourism. In her first book "Amtrak's Best Kept Secret: A guide to traveling in the U.S.A. with a Rail Pass" she shares her insights on how to use the United States Railroad system and the little know Rail Pass to get to know the United States intimately. Full of useful advice for the independent traveler, the guide is based on her research and the 30-day journey that she took with her two children, which they titled: "Around the United States in 30 Days"."--Taken from back cover.

USA by Rail

USA by Rail
Author: John Pitt
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2003
Genre: Canada
ISBN: 9781841620695

Ever since they came on the scene, American trains have had a strong hold on the popular imagination, inspiring countless stories, songs, scandals, films, and legends. Attracted by the pace of life and an ever-changing view, more and more people are discovering the joys of taking to the rails to cross this vast continent in comfort. This new edition of a best-selling Bradt title provides up-to-date timetables, information on rail passes, and background travel information for 25 long-distance rail journeys in the United States plus an additional 12 routes in Canada. Over 500 destinations are covered, including attractions such as the Grand Canyon, Niagara Falls, Yellowstone Park, and Disney World--all accessible by rail--and details of 100 steam railways and museums. Sightseeing and attractions in 38 major cities on rail routes are also provided for the complete traveler's companion.