Next to Santa’s sleigh, vintage trains are the most magical mode of transport come Christmastime. That’s in large part due to the enduring charms of Chris Van Allsburg’s iconic The Polar Express, a ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Emese Maczko is a travel writer covering sustainable travel. The season of Christmas-themed rail journeys has begun. December is ...

The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad’s beloved Polar Express Train Ride returns this season, taking families on a 1¼-hour round-trip journey from the Bryson City Depot to a glittering “North Pole.” As ...

Everyone loves a good Polar Express train ride! There's something about Christmas trains that evokes the spirit of the holidays and makes visits with Santa even more fun. So we've rounded up all the ...