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USA By Rail

The American train journey has always had a strong hold on the imagination. Ever-changing landscapes pass by on the other side of the glass from the primeval-looking Joshua trees of the Mojave Desert and the saw-toothed peaks of the Rocky Mountains to the pounding surf of the Pacific and Atlantic coasts. And in these ecologically-conscious times rail travel offers a peace of mind that cannot be matched by a stressful domestic flight. Now in its eighth edition this book covers all the major routes across the United States and Canada. Perfect for the well-planned traveller and the whimsical day-dreamer alike it contains both practical information and background on the places that you'll see. Whatever the route sit back relax and watch a breathtaking continent unfold. This title features: 37
long distance routes in the USA and Canada; Sightseeing highlights for 38 major cities; Accommodation - cheap to chic; Area maps and detailed route plans; History of trains in North America; and Information about steam railways and museums.
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The American train journey has always had a strong hold on the imagination. Ever-changing landscapes pass by on the other side of the glass from the primeval-looking Joshua trees of the Mojave Desert & the saw-toothed peaks of the Rocky Mountains to the pounding surf of the Pacific & Atlantic coasts. & in these ecologically-conscious times rail travel offers a peace of mind that cannot be matched by a stressful domestic flight. Now in its eighth edition this book covers all the major routes across the United States & Canada. Perfect for the well-planned traveller & the whimsical day-dreamer alike it contains both practical information & background on the places that you'll see. Whatever the route sit back relax & watch a breathtaking continent unfold. This title

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37 long distance routes in the USA & Canada; Sightseeing highlights for 38 major cities; Accommodation
- cheap to chic; Area maps & detailed route plans; History of trains in North America; & Information about steam railways & museums.

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