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Polar Express at Nevada Northern Railway
Take a ride on the Polar Express of Ely to the North Pole represented by Renaissance Village. Here you'll meet Santa Claus and tell him what you want for Christmas. The trip is the most important. You'll hear stories, tell jokes, sing, and have delicious hot chocolate.
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Historic Nevada Hotel & Gambling Hall
Historic Nevada Hotel & Gambling Hall
Historic Hotel Nevada & Gambling Hall was built in 1929 and was the first earthquake proof building in the state of Nevada as well as the tallest building at six stories high!
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Northern Nevada railway
Santa & Mrs Klaus with Kids on Polar Express
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Polar Express Happy Family at NNRY
All Aboard!
The Polar Express Train Ride - Win a trip and two nights lodging on The Polar Express. The Grand Prize is 2 nights lodging at the Historic Hotel Nevada and 4 tickets on the Polar Express. First prize is four (4) tickets on the Polar Express in Ely Nevada.
The Historic Hotel Nevada & Gambling Hall was built in 1929 and was the first earthquake proof building in the state of Nevada as well as the tallest building at six stories high! They have had several movie stars stay at the Hotel Nevada over the years and their mini suites are named after those who have stayed at their establishment with memorabilia in each room. They have the only live gaming in town as well as a 24 hour restaurant.
Contest ends November 1st, 2014. Reservations can be made for most Polar Express dates in 2014.
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Nevada Northern Railway's Polar Express in Ely, NV, is licensed by Warner Bros. and won the award for Best Special Event by the readers of Nevada Magazine (www.nevadamagazine.com). This award-winning vintage diesel train takes passengers on a magical ride to the North Pole.
A narrator reads the beloved story aloud and songs from the popular movie soundtrack can be heard throughout the train. It's not long before servers bedecked in poufy white chef hats and white chef jackets spring down the aisles, serving each passenger with hot chocolate and a cookie. The Conductor calls out for the Engineer to take the 'magic switch' to the North Pole and the train is on its way to this magical destination.
The North Pole is a wonderland of colorful lights and décor; from Christmas trees and gifts to signs for the Candy Shoppe and Reindeer Barn. Passengers, most cloaked in cozy pajamas and blankets, are kept warm by the pellet stoves burning inside the train cars. Children press their noses against the glass, peering in wonderment and anticipation.
The moment has arrived....Santa Claus and his trusty helper are waiting on the platform for the train to stop. The Conductor welcomes them aboard. Santa and his helper stop to greet the passengers and listen to their Christmas wishes. Cameras go click, click, click to record the smiling faces...these memories will be cherished for a lifetime. Before Santa leaves, his trusty helper leaves each guest with a silver sleigh bell -- a souvenir of the magical journey. This wondrous ride inspires all with the magic of believing. It is suitable for all...couples, friends and family - all the young and young at heart. Nevada Northern Railway's award-winning Polar Express will inspire all to believe in the magic of Christmas.
Nevada Northern Railway’s Polar Express runs on select dates, November-December in Ely, NV; halfway between Las Vegas and Salt Lake City: 240 miles and less than 4 hours away in either direction. For more information on the Nevada Northern Railway visit www.nnry.com.