{"id":2528,"date":"2016-08-19T12:46:43","date_gmt":"2016-08-19T20:46:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/verdecanyonrr.com\/?p=2528"},"modified":"2017-07-31T09:57:11","modified_gmt":"2017-07-31T16:57:11","slug":"verde-canyon-railroad-family-friendly-train-arizona-courtesy-multidimensional-travelingmom-kristi-mehes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/verdecanyonrr.com\/verde-canyon-railroad-family-friendly-train-arizona-courtesy-multidimensional-travelingmom-kristi-mehes\/","title":{"rendered":"Verde Canyon Railroad: A Family Friendly Train in Arizona…courtesy of Multidimensional TravelingMom, Kristi Mehes"},"content":{"rendered":"

Arizona is a beautiful state to visit to explore, but with several canyons and valleys, there are some areas that a car can\u2019t easily\u00a0access. \u00a0A convenient and relaxing way to explore some of these areas is by train. This traveling mom<\/a> recently took a train ride with her family on the Verde Canyon Railroad<\/a>, and discovered that not only was it a great way to explore some of the beautiful sights that Arizona, and Verde Canyon, have to offer, but it was also very family friendly.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Want to take a train ride on the Verde Canyon Railroad with your family? Come aboard! Photo by Multidimensional TravelingMom, Kristi Mehes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Most people associate Arizona with the Grand Canyon, and rightfully so. However, not too far away, in Clarkdale, is the Verde Canyon Railroad. It\u2019s a four hour train ride that takes passengers through not only Verde Canyon, but also past beautiful rock formations and Indian ruins. \u00a0Adults and kids alike will enjoy all that the train has to offer, making it a very family friendly train.<\/p>\n

Verde Canyon Railroad: Comfort and Convenience<\/h3>\n

Comfort is my main priority when traveling with my three-year-old son. We rode first class as opposed to coach, and I highly recommend the extra cost for the upgrade, regardless of whether or not you are traveling with children. \u00a0An upgrade to first class includes two very important things: \u00a0(1) extremely comfortable couches and chairs, and (2) all you can eat appetizers, including brownie bites and crackers for children. \u00a0Also included is a full bar on board for the adults. Although alcoholic beverages are not\u00a0included in the price of the train ticket, enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne for the adults and apple cider for the children.<\/p>\n

The Verde Canyon Railroad also included a nice bathroom, essential when traveling with children. It was clean and much nicer than any bathroom in a plane or bus!<\/p>\n

Our favorite part, though, were the couches inside the train. \u00a0Not only did the couches and chairs look very new, but they are also conveniently located right\u00a0next to large picture windows and easy to access from the aisles. \u00a0My son loved looking out the window with his binoculars.<\/p>\n

Traveling Mom<\/a> Tip:<\/strong> Try to be as interactive as possible when traveling with your children. Binoculars are a great way for your child to engage with his\/her surroundings, especially nature.<\/em><\/p>\n

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The comfortable couches and large picture windows make the train ride on the Verde Canyon Railroad very family friendly. Photo by Multidimensional TravelingMom, Kristi Mehes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Enclosed (But Open) Platforms<\/strong><\/h3>\n

There\u2019s nothing worse than being stuck inside a car with a child who is going stir crazy. The same goes for a train. We loved that the train had platforms where passengers can walk around, not only to get fresh air, but also to take great pictures of the scenery.\u00a0\u00a0 It was even better that my son could walk around to the point where he felt like he wasn\u2019t being cooped up.<\/p>\n

Traveling Mom Tip:<\/strong> When booking a reservation, ask for the Cottonwood train. Why the Cottonwood? \u00a0It\u2019s the only portion of the train where you don\u2019t have to share a platform with the other\u00a0passengers in other cabins. \u00a0While the Railroad can\u2019t guarantee you\u2019ll be in the Cottonwood, they will do their best to accommodate your request. \u00a0It\u2019s well worth it, because it\u2019s not as crowded.<\/em><\/p>\n

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The enclosed (but open) platform makes the train ride very family friendly. Photo by Multidimensional TravelingMom Kristi Mehes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Rock Formations<\/h3>\n

One of our guides pointed out different rock formations as we passed by them on the train. \u00a0Several of the rocks looked similar to animals, which appeal to children. For example, some of the formations we enjoyed seeing were\u00a0formations that looked like a turtle and a dinosaur. \u00a0The guide also did a great job by trying to involve children by asking them to look at the different formations to see if they could identify certain shapes and objects.<\/p>\n

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Rock formations in different shapes, like the turtle seen in this picture, are one of the reasons this is a family friendly train in Arizona. Photo by Multidimensional TravelingMom, Kristi Mehes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Indian Ruins<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Arizona is full of history, especially Native American history. Our guide pointed out areas where we, along with the rest of the passengers, could see Indian ruins. This was the first time that my son had seen ruins, and he was very curious about them. So not only is the train fun, but it\u2019s a learning experience for children.<\/p>\n

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The Indian ruins are not only interesting to see in person, but they are also educational for both adults and children. Photo by Multidimensional TravelingMom, Kristi Mehes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

And speaking of learning experiences, we were handed activity sheets for our son prior to boarding the train. \u00a0This is another way to keep children interested in their surroundings.<\/p>\n

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The activity sheets are another reason why the Verde Canyon Railroad is family friendly. Photo by Multidimensional TravelingMom.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

The Verde Canyon Railroad far exceeded our expectations, and this train ride is something that all family members should enjoy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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