Popular Texas Trains
For a calming tour through the state of Texas, why not go on a train? Trains are an excellent way to unwind and let someone else deliver you to your destination without the headache of flying. Plus, you can take in the vast assortment of scenery as you go across the state, something practically impossible to do by car or airplane.
There are two special trains that operate in Texas that can be fun for the entire family. One is called the Texas State Railroad and passes through east Texas from Rusk to Palestine. The passenger train is pulled by either a restored steam engine or an antique Alco cab diesel. The stations at both ends of the line have managed to hold on to their 1800's model look and feel, adding to the authenticity of the trip. The wilderness covered is beautiful and provides kids a possibility to see what historic train travel and accommodation was like.
The other exclusive railroad in Texas is the Austin Steam Train. This train is designed more for excursions than travel to a destination, but it’s just as fun nonetheless. Passengers can select from three levels of luxury — coaches, which are open-window train cars, excursion cars that have heat and A/C, and finally, lounge cars, which are climate-controlled and have snacks offered also. Once again, it's a wonderful teaching experience for the children, and adults will have a good time recalling the smell and sounds of the trains they grew up with.
If you want to add an additional level of excitement to your train trip, plan to go on Halloween or Christmas. There are exclusive train rides and events that happen for the duration of these two holidays. The Halloween tour consists of a kid's costume judging contest, a lot of candy handed out, and ghost stories in the darkened cars. At Christmas, the train goes to the town of Burnet, where all of the residents are dressed in outfits and the city is appropriately adorned to resemble Bethlehem during the time of Christ's birth. There are even domestic farm animals like goats, chickens, and cows, roaming the streets for added authenticity.
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