Deciding to visit Alaska on a summer vacation comes with a lot of choices to make-glaciers, wildlife, mountains or all three? When traveling with the Alaska Railroad, no need to choose just one; the ...

Take the Aurora Winter route to reach destinations where you may spot the northern lights. If anyone tells you the only efficient, memorable train rides are in Europe, then they’ve never boarded With ...

The Alaska Railroad passes through diverse terrain ranging from seacoast to mountains. (Glenn Aronwits/Alaska Railroad) The Alaska Railroad offers one of the most scenic train rides in the world.

PHOTO: Alaska Railroad turning the bend opening what may be America's most naturally beautiful state to passengers. (Courtesy of Alaska Railroad) Just last year Alaska Railroad (AR) celebrated its 91 ...

Onboard the Aurora Winter Train, passengers can experience the best of winter, peering through large picture windows and dining on dishes that highlight local ingredients. Additionally, a local guide ...

The Aurora Winter Train route travels between Anchorage and Fairbanks, Alaska. Photo Credit: Jeanne L Baker Alaska Railroad Adventure Packages can now be booked for the fall, winter and spring travel ...

The Alaska Railroad is upping service on the Aurora Winter Train for the peak winter travel season. Photo Credit: Glenn Aronwits The Alaska Railroad is adding to its Aurora Winter Train's usual ...

It’s our third delay since Fairbanks, but no one is complaining. On the Alaska Railroad, delays are usually the highlights of the trip. “Moose!” announces the conductor as the train slows to a creep. ...

The Alaska Railroad’s Aurora Winter Train is running now through mid-May, offering weekend journeys between Anchorage and Fairbanks with stops including Wasilla and Talkeetna. In February and March ...

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