The New York Times – Travel:
Amtrak said that a CSX freight derailment forced its train from Virginia to Florida to detour from its normal route, adding 20 hours to the trip.
Category: Railroads
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Exploring the World in Miniature: A Model Train Lover’s Paradise in Hamburg
The New York Times – Travel:
With some 53,000 feet of train track, the world’s largest model airport and an array of meticulously scaled-town cities, Miniatur Wunderland captivates all who enter its life-size doors.
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Spain Offers Free Train Tickets Through End of Year
The New York Times – Travel:
Rail passengers will be able to take free train journeys under 300 kilometers (186 miles) until the end of the year.
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Ditching the Car and Enjoying the View on a Trip to the Berkshires
The New York Times – Travel:
For the first time in 50 years, a weekend train route is taking passengers directly from New York to the Berkshires. The Berkshire Flyer will run through Labor Day. Good luck getting a seat.
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Sharing Stories, and a View, Aboard the California Zephyr
The New York Times – Travel:
A photographer traveled across America on one of Amtrak’s long-distance train routes. Here’s what she saw.
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Help! It’s Been More Than 2 Years and I Still Don’t Have the Refund
The New York Times – Travel:
Our columnist has received many reader emails complaining of tour operators and travel agencies dragging their feet on refunds for trips or other services. He investigates a $334 fare with Euro Railways.
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Circling Sicily on Its Regional Trains
The New York Times – Travel:
A Dutch photographer, documenting the culture of regional train travel, managed to get around the Italian island for less than $100. Here’s what she saw.
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8 Bike Paths Developed From Abandonted Railroad Tracks
The New York Times – Travel:
Tens of thousands of miles of abandoned railroad tracks have been developed into recreational paths since the 1960s. Here are scenic pathways through deserts, valleys, mountain passages and more.
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Chasing a Mighty Relic of Yesteryear: Union Pacific 4014
The New York Times – Travel:
A train enthusiast reflects on the grandeur of the world’s largest operating steam locomotive, recently returned to service.