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Alaska Railroad

Gary DeCario As an Avid Hunter and fisherman, I love to write and do the things I enjoy,

Alaska Railroad trains feature large picture windows, comfortable seating, dining cars, restrooms, and luggage cars. Alaska Railroad tour guides play a major role in making the Alaska Railroad a preferred means of travel. Alaska Railroad passengers are allowed two pieces of checked baggage and one carry-on.

 

Alaska Railroad Corporation (ARRC) is owned and operated by the State of Alaska. Alaska Railroad have offered Scenic Rail Tours Since 1923, the Alaska Railroad has been offering unparalleled views, comfortable seating and excellent service while taking you where you want to go. Alaska Railroad operates freight and passenger trains between the Gulf of Alaska and Fairbanks, traveling through scenic Denali National Park. Their Glacier Discovery train takes you deep into the Chugach Mountains to an area only accessible by train.

The Scenic Rail Tours are a relaxing yet spectacular way to travel the state. The Alaska Railroad stretches 470 miles from Seward on the south-central Kenai Peninsula, to the northern \"golden heart\" city of Fairbanks. The Alaska Railroad runs two primary passenger services during the summer season. In addition to the standard train cars, you can select either a private dome railcar or the new GoldStar dome service.

Grand Alaska - You are in for a real treat as you travel the last full-service railroad in the United States. Whether you arrive by air, land or sea, the Alaska Railroad offers customized itineraries to provide you with the ideal adventure package.

Types of Trips Available Traveling on the Alaskan Railroad is a convenient and comfortable way to take in many of Alaska\'s famous sites. Whether you are looking for a scenic day trip or a multi-day excursion, you will find plenty of tour choices on the Scenic Rail Tours.

During summer months tens of thousands of tourists travel the Rails, taking in the state’s dazzling scenery. During the summer months tourists take to the rails as a great way to sightsee as much as for a form of transport.

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Alaska Railroad News

Turning 50 in 2009? Ride the Alaska Railroad for free - Examiner.com


Examiner.com

Turning 50 in 2009? Ride the Alaska Railroad for free
Examiner.com - Jan 5, 2009
by George Angus, Alaska Transportation Examiner How's that for sharing a celebration? The State of Alaska turned 50 in early 2009 and the Alaska Railroad ...

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Refinery's struggles cause for concern - Anchorage Daily News


Refinery's struggles cause for concern
Anchorage Daily News, AK - Jan 5, 2009
If the refinery were to cease production, the Alaska Railroad couldn't run as many trains, would have to cut its payroll dramatically, and would need to ...
State talking with refinery to keep it open Fort Mills Times
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Money sought for railroad bridge, extension - Fairbanks Daily News-Miner


Money sought for railroad bridge, extension
Fairbanks Daily News-Miner, AK - Jan 4, 2009
The assembly and administration of the Fairbanks North Star Borough earlier this month asked the Alaska Legislature to give the railroad another $40 million ...

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Railroad makes half of projected profit in 2008 - KTUU


Railroad makes half of projected profit in 2008
KTUU, AK - Jan 1, 2009
by Channel 2 News Staff ANCHORAGE, Alaska-- Despite record fuel costs and a volatile market the Alaska Railroad still turned a profit in 2008, although not ...

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Fort Lupton railcar company reaches end of line - Rocky Mountain News


Fort Lupton railcar company reaches end of line
Rocky Mountain News, CO - Jan 2, 2009
The Alaska Railroad bought four double-decker luxury "dome" cars built by Colorado Railcar. It also has a deal for one of the company's DMUs. ...

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