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This Delaware holiday attraction is one of the 10 best in the country.
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Are you looking for a festive train ride? According to a new list, Delaware has one of the best.
Familyvacationist.com released a list of 10 Christmas train rides for the holiday. And Wilmington & Western Railroad made the list.
Santa Claus Express, Prices Corner
For a twist, consider a train ride with Santa this season instead of waiting in line to tell him your wishes.
The Wilmington & Western Railroad in Prices Corner is back this year with the Santa Claus Express, a 1½-hour round-trip to Ashland powered by either a historic first-generation diesel locomotive or an antique steam locomotive.
During the ride, the jolly old elf will greet passengers and hand out chocolate treats to little ones. Bring your camera so you can snap some photos with Santa.
The Santa Claus Express operates on the following dates at 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.:
- Friday, Nov. 29; diesel-powered.
- Saturday, Nov. 30; diesel-powered.
- Sunday, Dec. 1; diesel-powered.
- Saturday, Dec. 7; diesel-powered.
- Sunday, Dec. 8; diesel-powered.
- Saturday, Dec. 14; steam-powered.
- Sunday, Dec. 15; steam-powered.
- Saturday, Dec. 21; steam-powered.
- Sunday, Dec. 22; steam-powered.
- Monday, Dec. 23; diesel-powered.
Reservations are required, and seating will be assigned. Coach seating is $27 for adults, $26 for seniors ages 60 and up and $25 for children ages 2 to 12. Children younger than 2 ride for free.
Information about large group options and private cars can be found on the event page at wwrr.com/ride/events/santa/.
Greenbank Station: 2201 Newport Gap Pike, Prices Corner; www.wwrr.com.
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