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Why everybody is obsessed with these festive holiday trains

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You don’t have to be a fan of “The Polar Express” to enjoy these holiday trains – though it might help.

On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we look at some of Oregon and Washington’s most popular holiday-themed excursions on historic railroads, which have officially kicked off for the season.

Some trains cater specifically to fans of “The Polar Express” while others offer the typical accoutrements of the holiday season: lights, cookies, cocoa and Santa. They’ve become some of the most popular and best loved holiday traditions in the region.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

  • How the two “Polar Express” trains are bringing the story to life.
  • What you need to know about all the holiday train rides in the region.
  • These historic railroads offer a variety of rides year-round.
  • What is it that people love about trains?

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