One of our favorite things that happens when we share a photo, a destination, or an experience is the stories we hear and the memories you share of these unforgettable places. A postcard perfect childhood summer vacation spent at Yellowstone. A family reunion aboard the Grand Canyon Railway. The feeling you get imagining the past as you walk the historic steps of iconic lodges.
Xanterra destinations not only include some of the most beautiful, unique, and legendary places in the world, but we’ve been operating in them for 150 years and helping preserve them for generations to come. Which means taking you back to visit these special places may also take you back in your mind. We fondly remember places we’ve been before and travels shared with people we love.
Whether you’re recreating your favorite childhood vacation or starting new traditions with your own family, Xanterra destinations will always hold a special place in your heart.
Since 1901 the Grand Canyon Railway has enchanted millions. The $3.95 train ride would allow visitors to gaze upon what Teddy Roosevelt said, “Every American should see.” The 65 miles of track the iron horse traveled became the lifeline to Grand Canyon.
Today, Grand Canyon Railway provides a historic and memorable journey to the canyon with the help of authentic western characters who bring the Old West to life. Sit back, relax, and lose yourself in the majesty, the magnificence that is Grand Canyon National Park.
A gradual decline in mining meant that the operators of the Death Valley Railroad needed to find new customers and turned to tourism for the solution. In 1926, local Paiute and Shoshone Indians went to work and construction only lasted a few months before the hotel opened. Then known as the Furnace Creek Inn, the hotel embodied the history of California and the Old West.
The Inn’s recent multi-million dollar restoration has brought new life and energy to the historic property. What’s more, you can now enjoy this true American Oasis while staying in one of 22 new casitas situated around the famed gardens. Located in the shadow of the Oasis Gardens’ date palms, the Inn’s Casitas offer unparalleled privacy and luxury—get a first glimpse of them below.
Passenger Cruising can be traced back to the 1800’s, when ships were still mainly used for transporting cargo and mail. In 1897 The British Medical Journal reported that a cruise to the West Indies provided “Opportunities for recovering health” and that “the most delightful days of peace and leisure may be passed doing nothing”—we don’t knows about you, but that sounds pretty good to us!
Any cruise ship lets you see the world. Windstar brings it close enough so you can fully live it. With just 148 to 342 guests per voyage, you will feel like you are on your own private yacht. See, hear, smell, taste, and feel what it’s like to sail into a small port, explore a hidden beach, see a parade of penguins, taste a spicy Norwegian Bacalao stew, and altogether lose yourself in a wondrous culture.
Yellowstone came into being on March 1, 1872—making it the world’s first national park. When President Ulysses S. Grant signed the Yellowstone National Park Protection Act into law, it protected more than 2 million acres of mountain wilderness, erupting geysers, and stunning landscapes for future generations to enjoy.
Yellowstone continues to provide inspiration for the people of the world and is a reflection of American values and ideals. From lodging, camping and dining to things to do and wildlife watching, find the information you need for planning a memorable visit to this extraordinary destination.
Cruise the Aegean Sea, tour fascinating cities, and explore world-famous ancient architecture.
In this walking tour of Peru through bustling markets and mountaintop ruins, Andean culture endures as surely as stone walls.
Bike France through Normandy’s hedgerow-lined pastures and timeless villages and Brittany’s medieval enclaves, with views of shimmering sea during this fascinating journey.
Zion National Park is Utah’s oldest and most visited national park. Its massive sandstone walls, some as high as 3,800 feet, offer an opportunity for serenity and reflection for all who visit.
Known for its seemingly endless acres of rugged and breathtaking landscapes, Glacier National Park was established in 1910 and stands today as a monument to wild natural places.
Though the beauty of Grand Canyon is ultimately the main attraction, picturesque Grand Canyon Historic Village is a must see to truly experience Grand Canyon and its history.
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