Author :
Publisher : Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 17,58 MB
Release : 2009-04
Category : Travel
ISBN : 0871162733
Provides reviews and listings for a variety of railroad museums in the United States and Canada.
Author : Trains Staff and Contributors
Publisher :
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 26,50 MB
Release : 2021-04
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781627008273
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 395 pages
File Size : 12,49 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Great scenic railway journeys (Television program)
ISBN : 9780980117806
Author : Jim Loomis
Publisher : Prima Lifestyles
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 32,12 MB
Release : 1998
Category : 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.
Author : Chris Hanus
Publisher : Way of the Rail Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 21,14 MB
Release : 2009-05-19
Category : 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.
Author : Ramsey Zarifeh
Publisher :
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 39,70 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781873756232
Use this comprehensive guide in conjunction with a rail pass to get the most out of your trip to Japan.
Author : Michael Portillo
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 458 pages
File Size : 20,4 MB
Release : 2017-01-26
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1471151522
Great American Railroad Journeys sees the famous brand of social-history-cum-travelogue venture to the New World. Across multiple programmes and using Appleton's General Guide To The United States & Canada as reference, Michael Portillo now undertakes an epic trip by train from New York and Boston on the East Coast down to the Deep South of Atlanta and New Orleans, then on to Chicago, Colorado, New Mexico and ultimately finishing in San Francisco. This lavishly illustrated official tie-in covers each journey Portillo makes across North America and captures the colour, beauty, history and exhilaration experienced when journeying through this incredible continent. Packed with new maps, as well as originals from Appleton's General Guide, this book explores the construction of rail routes across the continent in the 1800s, as a new nation was built by the immigrant masses. Truly this is a colourful and exciting enterprise, with vignettes of revealing social history displaying the rich tapestry of the peoples who established themselves in this vast new world. Great American Railroad Journeys is a must-have purchase for any fan of this unique and award-winning travel series.
Author : Trains Magazine
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 16,82 MB
Release : 2023-04-23
Category :
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.
Author : Rick Steves
Publisher : Rick Steves
Page : 1388 pages
File Size : 28,43 MB
Release : 2016-09-13
Category : 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.
Author : Lonely Planet
Publisher : Lonely Planet
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 13,76 MB
Release : 2022-02-15
Category :
ISBN : 9781838694968
Looking for a sustainable and stress-free way to explore Europe? Hop on board the continent's railway network with this ultimate guide to train travel. Whether you want to take it slow on the scenic route or make the most of the newest high-speed services to get straight to your destination, Lonely Planet's experts show you how to plan your journey. Packed with detailed gatefold route maps and insider tips, we cover everything from how to piece together a long-distance trip to the must-see stops and best ways to book value-for-money tickets. As airlines cut back flights and airfares rise, now is the perfect time to take advantage of the increasing overnight services and flexible fares being offered. We also reveal the quirks of different operators and countries, such as luggage allowances, rules and regulations, and what facilities are on board. If you're looking for a more eco-friendly, convenient - and sometimes quicker - way to get from A to B as you travel throughout the continent, Lonely Planet's Guide to Train Travel in Europe will equip you to make the most of your time and budget. high-speed services in France, Italy, Germany, Switzerland and Spain scenic local routes in key countries including the UK and Scandinavia sleeper and long-distance services across the continent About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, eBooks, and more.
