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Norfolk Southern celebrates 30 years of service

The Norfolk Southern officially celebrated 30 years of business on Friday, June 1st.Norfolk Southern was created June 1, 1982, with the...
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Last day to save: 2 for 1 Swiss Pass Special

Book two travelers on a Swiss Saver 4-day Pass or Swiss Saver 4-day Flexi Pass by 11:59pm ET today, May 25, 2012, and only pay the rate for one...
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Conrail heritage unit hits Norfolk Southern rails

Railfan's across the Eastern US were excited about the recent announcement by the Norfolk Southern that they would be painting 18 locomotives...
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All Aboard! 2012 dates for special runs of steam-powered train announced

2012 dates for special runs of the historic steam-powered train out of historic Williams, AZ are now available. The train dates and timetables were...
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Amtrak annouces 5th National Train Day on May 12th

The popular National Train Day returns for a 5th year on May 12, 2012. Sponsored by Amtrak the 5th Annual National Train Day, is a celebration of...
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Amtrak requests less operating support for 2013

The annual battle for Amtrak's survival took an interesting twist as Amtrak is requesting $450 million in federal operating support for fiscal...
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LaHood announces $177 million for Illinois trains

U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood yesterday announced more than $177 million for the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) for a...
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Gift idea: A Swiss Pass--the ride of your life

  • The Bernina Express
  • December 9, 2011
Need a gift idea for a very special someone? Or perhaps you would like treat yourself to the vacation of a lifetime? I can’t think of...
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Trains provide safer and cleaner methods of transportation

The future of transportation has arrived. Actually, it has existed since the early success of America. Once known as the iron horse which conquered...
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The Great Train Store

Celebrating all things trains, is the Great Train Store in Tahachapi, California. The train store is a fun stop while in Tahachapi. Collectors will...
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