Train Through Time: Damascus to Amman on WWI Railcars
A Nostalgic 140 mile journey from Damascus to Amman uses Belgian built cars with a yellow green diesel engine. The ride costs 4.25 first class or 2.50 bargain and runs weekly with harsh conditions and aging cars. Passengers endure filth cold and heat as they travel at about 14 miles per hour.
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Amman
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Hejaz
Jordan
Syria
Record foreign visits push U.S. travel surplus to new high
U S Travel and Tourism Administration reports a record 38.3 million foreigners visited the United States last year, creating a travel surplus of 450 million dollars. Foreign visitors spent 34.3 billion in the U S while Americans spent 33.9 billion abroad, with projections of continued growth into 1990 and 1991 and strong gains from Canada Mexico Japan and Britain.
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Guide to hotels in Britain and Europe
The International Atlas and Hotel Guide lists 880 Best Western hotels across Britain and Europe and is available free by writing Marketing Services at P O Box 10203, Phoenix Arizona 85064 0203.
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Foreign currency rates and tips in Cedar Rapids
In Cedar Rapids, foreign exchange rates for major currencies were shown with daily changes noted. The article advises comparing rates at banks and currency exchanges, avoiding hotels and shops, and exchanging foreign coins only at U S banks before returning home.
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Transcontinent luxury train to link Vancouver and Toronto
A new summer service will offer a four monthly transcontinental journey between Vancouver and Toronto for up to 188 passengers in 94 luxury cabins with private baths. Dining partners with L Auberge d Ill in France. three star status. Rates from 1440 to 1866 dollars for a 3 day, 2900 mile trip.
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