Each year I try to add something new our unique Christmas experiences repertoire that will help us feel all jingle belly and festive inside. I had a couple ideas - the frontrunner was a sleigh ride out at ChampĂȘtre Country which didn't work out then my mom and dad booked us a trip on the Wheatland Express as our Christmas present so my task was taken care of. Thanks, mom!
A train ride in Saskatchewan? We're not the first ones to want to do this despite it being super flat and lacking any mountains...or curves in the roads for that matter. Frosty's route came through Saskatchewan, so if it's good enough for him, then it's awesome for me.
As for our winter trip- right now we're kinda lacking snow but the weather has been super beautiful so no one is complaining. Well, except for those who want to cross country ski or snowmobile. There's TONS of winter left for that, so let's soak in these mild temperatures while we can. Maybe if we could get a nice snow fall this weekend, that would be perfect.
Alright, back to the train ride. Honestly, I was expecting this to be a crappy train car with wood benches and no heat. Instead we had historic carts (one was President Truman's, complete with bedrooms and kitchen and the other was a restoration cart from New Orleans). The seats were comfy and cozy and the atmosphere was perfection.
And that's the magic of the season isn't it- it gives you a chance to take a breath and enjoy your surroundings (while gleefully singing with a bunch of elves). Speaking of which, the staff on the train were probably the best part. They were engaging and energetic and quite funny too.
Make sure you bring cozy clothes (most kids were in their pyjamas) and blankets because it does get a little chilly despite being heated. The hot chocolate they served was the best hot chocolate I have ever had and it didn't even have Baileys.
Cheers!
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