Riding the rails of history at the B&O Railroad Museum
Nearly 200 years of rail history at one of America’s biggest train museums.
There’s a school of thought that railroads are one of the biggest reasons the United States is the country it is today. And if you trace train history back, it starts with the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. Begun in 1830, it would eventually become one of the largest railroads in the country. Though now part of huge CSX Transportation, B&O’s history lives on at the B&O Railroad Museum in Baltimore. Housed in a massive and historic roundhouse, there’s nearly 200 years of rail history all in one place. [cnet.com]
Napa Valley Wine Train adds afternoon tea
It’s time for tea on the Napa Valley Wine Train. Starting in April, passengers will be able to enjoy afternoon tea every weekend during a scenic three-hour journey through Wine Country. In addition to those fancy finger sandwiches, guests will be able to splurge on caviar and there will also be wine, of course. The onboard tea service will be available through May. [sonomamag.com]
Scenic Ohio railroad keeps chugging through national park
Riding on the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad (CVSR) is both an encounter with nature and a trip back in time. It is the only heritage railroad in the country that runs through a national park. For many people, a ride on the CVSR is a chance to indulge their lifelong passion for this romantic and historic mode of transportation. For others, it is the beginning of a fascination with riding the rails. [cleveland.com]
5 Unique Train Rides In Tennessee
Tennessee’s relationship with railways began in the mid-1800s with the extension of an east coast railroad into Chattanooga. During the height of its existence, Tennessee was a major transportation hub, moving raw materials, goods, and people. Even though the need for railways waned about 100 years later, rich history still exists today. And what better way to learn about it than to experience it yourself with a unique train ride. [ravelawaits.com]
8 Incredible vintage train rides In Australia
Ding, ding! All aboard! Callout for passengers wanting to explore Australia’s iconic scenery riding the rails back in time. When you search for Australian train journeys online, Google always throws up the luxury Ghan and the Indian Pacific. I’ve taken these iconic trips and shared my experiences on TravelAwaits. But these big-ticket items shouldn’t eclipse Australia’s other historic rail trips. The ones international tourists miss out on because they never hear about them. So here they are! [travelawaits.com]
