Polar Express 2008

Quick family photo for hopping aboard the Polar Express in Williams, AZ. We first heard about this from our good friends, the Youtseys, and decided to give it a try now that we're living in AZ. It was 6 hours of driving with 4 little ones in the back seats for a 90-minute train ride, but we still thought it was well worth it! The area was snow-covered when we arrived, which certainly added to the ambience. Upon boarding the train, cookies and hot cocoa are served, followed by a reading of the popular children's book The Polar Express. Shortly after that you arrive at the North Pole, a huge facade of a village done in Christmas lights, where Santa boards to greet each child and give them a gift (a sleigh bell - and a surprisingly nice one at that!). On the return journey to the train depot, everyone is led in singing Christmas carols (on our car, Elise, our little performer, helped lead the singing on most of the songs!). Lodging is available right next to the station. We didn't stay there, but know that it is available should you consider making the trek to Williams for yourself!