Holiday Traditions Blog #6
Welcome to the 6th edition and our personal favorite so far of the Holiday Traditions blog. Today's blog by requests takes us to the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. (GSMR for short) The GSMR has a very special holiday tradition that we at SMBYO.com are delighted to share with you. During the holiday season, the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad transforms into the Polar Express for a truly unique holiday experience sure to get everyone in the holiday spirit. Imagine hopping onboard the Polar Express and being whisked through the snow-covered mountains as Christmas music plays throughout the decorated train and Santa Claus greets and entertains your children! We haven’t heard of a holiday event quite like this in our many years of vacationing all around the Smokies.
Take a look at the jaw-dropping description of this unique “must-see” holiday event as described by the GSMR’s Facebook Event Page: “All Aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS! This memorable adventure will take you on an incredible journey! Believe the magic this Holiday season!
Over 90,000 guests rode THE POLAR EXPRESS with the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in 2018 and we hope to see you in 2019! The 1¼ hour round-trip excursion comes to life as the train departs the Bryson City depot for a journey through the quiet wilderness for a special visit at the North Pole.
Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, guests onboard will enjoy warm cocoa and a treat while listening and reading along with the magical story. Children’s faces show the magic of the season when the train arrives at the North Pole to find Santa Claus waiting. Santa will board THE POLAR EXPRESS, greeting each child and presenting them with a special gift as in the story, their own silver sleigh bell. Christmas carols will be sung as they return back to the Bryson City Depot.”
Needless to say, this is truly a remarkable event that is sure to bring joy and happiness to families and friends of all ages. Join us at SMBYO.com and hop aboard the Polar Express this holiday season!
Book your vacation today and enjoy your ride aboard The Polar Express!!