When we think of vacations, we typically think of the destination. But what about making your next cheap vacation all about the journey? Traveling by train is a delightful way to see the country and it gives you the ability to visit places you may never have the opportunity to see.
There are so many options for train travel it may be hard to choose from the vast selection of trips available. VacationsbyRail.com is a website specializing in train travel. They offer travel packages for the United States, Canada, Europe and other destinations.
One example of the many charming train vacation packages available is the Pacific Northwest Rail Journey. This eight-day trip begins with your arrival in Vancouver where you will have the opportunity to spend your first day and a half exploring this remarkable city. Next, you will depart in the evening on board VIA Rail’s Canadian and spend a cozy night on the train with first-class accommodations.
The scenery on this route is spectacular and you can relax and enjoy the journey. You will arrive in the town of Jasper, which is considered to be one of the most photographed spots in the world. You will have the chance to explore the many trails that Jasper has to offer and experience some of the beautiful wildlife at Jasper National Park.
The next two stops on your Pacific Northwest Rail Journey include the quaint towns of Prince George and Prince Rupert. These destination stops are small towns that offer a variety of activities such as shopping, art galleries, cafes as well as your opportunity to view the unique architecture that showcases the historical aspects of these distinctive towns.
Your train vacation comes to an end as you are transported back to Vancouver. Train travel is a memorable experience and allows you to bond with fellow travelers, see places you may overlook when traveling by air such as Prince George and Prince Rupert, and offers the luxury of fine dining and relaxing while enjoying spectacular scenery as you travel across the country.
If you’d rather not take a road trip and deal with the exhaustion that comes from driving many miles in a single day; if you want to escape the tension and stress of air travel, you should definitely consider planning a rail journey for your next vacation. Once again, the choices for destinations are endless, and the experience of this type of trip will be priceless.
Photo via Jim Frazier
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