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all aboard to the north pole!! @Naugatuck Railroad in Thomaston has magical train rides for kids this holiday season. Theyâll meet santa & mrs. claus, get their photo taken, drink hot chocolate, and choose their very own toy from his bag. There are both daytime and night trains available ⨠Link in bio to reserve your seat đ #ctbucketlist #explorect #newengland #visitct #thingstodoct #railroadmuseumofnewengland #santaexpress #ctholidays #ctchristmasfun #cttrains
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Classic holiday fun on the Santa Express train at @Naugatuck Railroad in Connecticut! đ⨠#holidayfun #connecticut #christmasinnewengland #christmastrain #thingstodoct #familyfun
leximariahmusicleximariahmusic
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I was extremely disappointed by this. Before purchasing tickets for the Governorâs Lounge (Autumn Ride) I checked the information on the website which said the windows open. Upon arrival, I walked into the lounge to find none of the windows opened. I had to put on my mask (as someone who has still never gotten COVID-19) as people piled in. It was underwhelming, as the barrel chairs were haphazardly pushed against the walls of the train car, and people began loudly complaining that there were not enough seats. After a group of people finally realized they were in the wrong car, everyone began sitting and waiting for the departure. The train was packed even though the website still shows there were 15 openings, and we were told it was a full train (I have no idea how that works). The heat was blaring, and people began coughing and sneezing repetitive within the 20 minutes I was seated. With 10 minutes before departure, I could see the discomfort that was going to unfold and forfeited my ticket, exiting the train. I let the conductor know how uncomfortable I was, and said this was advertised incorrectly online. I wanted to attend this and see the foliage, but was not going to risk getting COVID-19 for it. My parents stayed on the train and told me it was not enjoyable, as no one was there to attend them the majority of the time, and they were offered their refreshments last and they ran out of water before that. For the most expensive ticket you can get for this train, you would think they would accommodate you slightly better? I drove and picked up my parents at Fasciaâs Chocolate as they did not want to take the ride back. It was a very expensive and uncomfortable ride, and I would not recommend it, especially if you are thinking it is something you can do while avoiding COVID-19. This is not a ride suitable for a Governor, and the Amtrak has far better service.
N GAHNN GAHN
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Every weekend the department hosts a different theme for train travel, along with travelling we can enjoy the concept of the theme. We selected an ice cream train day. We have to book the tickets online..being a school vacation there is huge demand for tickets .. Every trip is filled with cute children as co passengers of course with their parents.. The train runs for nearly 30 minutes to and fro through a forest where you can enjoy falls, valleys, different birds and natures beauty.. Added to this you taste yummy icecream from the Nutmug shop, choose either vanilla, strawberry or chocolate... the train travels on a mountain where we enjoy lovely sceneries ..licking icecream from one hand, eyes are busy in capturing valleys beauty , heart is busy with filling happiness ....WOW experience đđđđđ Being a senior citizen it was a unique train experience with my sons family, had a lot of fun and carried sweet memories for ever.. Must try the event once. Thanks to the crew and people who are involved in this project with hospitality and ensures great memories..
angai Dangai D
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We visited for the Northern Lights event. Santa and Mrs.Claus made their way to each and every child on all 5 cars! Took pictures & of course asked what the wanted for Christmas. The children received a reindeer bell & had the chance to pick a toy out of Santas toy bag. Everyone were in costume, from the Conducters to Santas helpers/elves. The tricky part was getting down Into the train station, gps will bring you to the middle of the road. You have to go up and turn around (depending which way you get there) you will see a ramp take that down to the station. No bathrooms on the train but there are restrooms the next building over from where you pick up your tickets. Which are very clean! free parking on site. We enjoyed ourselves and will definitely be going again next year đ đ¤ś
Luz MussendenLuz Mussenden
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We did the Northern Lights Train Ride and honestly, my family of 6, with the exception of our 10 yr old were hugely disappointed. For $510, we were in the lounge car and we expected more than just a back and forth train ride, lights were pretty dismal inside, âSantas workshopâ was just part of the train yard with lights and we recâd a lukewarm hot chocolate, a sugar cookie, a pretty cheap ornament and a bell that I couldâve gotten from the dollar store. âSantaâ looked like he was on a diet and the kids gift bag was dollar store toys consisting of a small plastic bath duck and tiny stuffed animals, a coloring book and crayons. Paid $14 for a small glass of wine and a can of beer. For the hour drive, absolutely wasnât worth it to us. We wonât be going back.
Angela O'BrienAngela O'Brien
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242 E Main St, Thomaston, CT 06787
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(860) 283-7245
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rmne.org
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The Railroad Museum of New England is a railroad museum based in Thomaston, Connecticut. Through its operating subsidiary known as the Naugatuck Railroad, the museum operates excursion and freight trains on the Torrington Secondary between Waterville and Torrington.
attractions: Adams Hometown Market, Landmark Community Theater, restaurants: Crabby Al's Seafood Restaurant, Black Rock Tavern & Restaurant, Patti's Place, Clocktown Brewing Company, Sushi Q Japanese Restaurant, Mona Lisa, Cutie Pies Bakery & Cafe, Holly's Place Cafe, Great Wall Kitchen, PANDA Chinese Restaurant

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