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

Museum to Host International Railway Preservation Conference

  • Posted On: 14 October 2018
 

The Museum of the American Railroad will host the tri-annual conference of The World Alliance of Tourist Trams & Trains (WATTRAIN) November 1-3 here in Frisco! The UK-based Alliance was created in 2010 in an effort to facilitate an ongoing exchange of ideas and practices relating to the preservation and operation of heritage railway equipment and facilities. 
 
This year’s conference in Frisco is themed “Addressing tomorrow’s challenges with today’s resources.” 

The Museum of the American Railroad will host the tri-annual conference of The World Alliance of Tourist Trams & Trains (WATTRAIN) November 1-3 here in Frisco! The UK-based Alliance was created in 2010 in an effort to facilitate an ongoing exchange of ideas and practices relating to the preservation and operation of heritage railway equipment and facilities. 
 
This year’s conference in Frisco is themed “Addressing tomorrow’s challenges with today’s resources.” 


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