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Economic benefit from rail tourism - case studies.(Rail Delivery Group,UK)

Rail tourism contributes £2bn to the UK economy and supports 100,000 jobs in large and small businesses ...

Posted On: 24 December 2018

Our research released in August showed that rail tourism contributes £2bn to the UK economy and supports 100,000 jobs in large and small businesses as well as the supply chain.

Evening Toy train launched in Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.

Posted On: 17 December 2018

GUWAHATI: In what is aimed at increasing the tourist footfall, the first ever evening daily Toy train service hauled by Steam engine has been introduced in Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR).

Steam rail enthusiasts happy with vintage Safari train revival

Posted On: 10 December 2018

PESHAWAR: Steam rail enthusiasts have welcomed the announcement by the government to resume the vintage Khyber Steam Safari.

Responding to a question during his recent visit to Peshawar, Railway Minister Sh Rasheed Ahmad had stated that he has instructed railway officials to meet private representatives to restart the vintage Khyber Steam Safari from Peshawar and also between Golra Railway Museum and Taxila
Responding to a question during his recent visit to Peshawar, Railway Minister Sh Rasheed Ahmad had stated that he has instructed railway officials to meet private representatives to restart the vintage Khyber Steam Safari from Peshawar and also between Golra Railway Museum and Taxila

Indian Railways' Steam Express Train Journey Ticket Costs Only Rs 10!.(www.latestly.com)

Posted On: 26 November 2018

Have you ever travelled in an Express train for a ticket as cheap as Rs 10? Steam Express in Haryana rides passengers from Garhi Harsaru to Farukhnagar which takes a little more than half an hour. And if you were wondering if the cheap rate is some offer, then you'd be surprised to know that it is that actual fare throughout the year.

Nigerian millennials fuel domestic tourism..

Nigeria domestic tourism driven by the young and with social media

Posted On: 17 November 2018

Nigerian millennials fuel domestic tourism..

Nigeria domestic tourism driven by the young and with social media.

(See report at https://www.moneyweb.co.za/news-fast-news/nigerian-millennials-fuel-domestic-tourism/)
Nigeria domestic tourism driven by the young and with social media

Stars of Sandstone 2019:The greatest heritage festival set to entertain in April.

Posted On: 14 November 2018

The organisers of the world-renowned Stars of Sandstone Steam and Heritage Festival set for 4-10 April 2019 in South Africa’s magnificent Eastern Free-State report bookings streaming in from across the globe. They have received feedback of local hotels and guesthouses fast filling up for the prestigious event and are advising visitors to confirm reservations for the festival as well as accommodation to avoid disappointment

Tim Fischer to launch new book 'Steam Australia' in Wagga.(www.dailyadvertiser.com.au)

Posted On: 8 November 2018

Tim Fischer to launch new book 'Steam Australia' in Wagga.

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Epic Trips Around The World: 7 Iconic Railway Journeys In Australia & New Zealand

Posted On: 7 November 2018

Epic Trips Around The World: 7 Iconic Railway Journeys In Australia & New Zealand

Stars of Sandstone 2019 - Newsletter Number 8

Posted On: 25 October 2018

Planning for the highly prestigious event known as Stars of Sandstone 2019 is now well advanced.

The number of people booking to attend the event is starting to increase and obviously the accommodation, which is always limited in the Eastern Free State, is beginning to fill up.

International visitors are reminded that a number of complete packages are available through Geoff's Trains, our sales agent in the UK. These convenient and great value packages include transfers between Johannesburg airport and Sandstone, accommodation, local transfers, festival entry and the services of a dedicated support team. Geoff's Trains can also arrange day entry to the festival for self drive guests.

Nilgiri Mountain Railway to get two new steam locos

Posted On: 15 October 2018

Two new steam locomotives will chug in the lush green Nilgiri Mountain Railway (NMR) next year as the preliminary works for the manufacture of these locos at the Golden Rock Railway Workshop here has been set in motion.

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Nigerian millennials fuel domestic tourism..

Nigeria domestic tourism driven by the young and with social media.

Epic Trips Around The World: 7 Iconic Railway Journeys In Australia & New Zealand

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