Leave me a Comment if you've taken the Train to the Grand Canyon South Rim. If you did, would you do it again?

We were there the July before your trip... We drove from Vegas and did the package deal that was two nights w/ meals included... We upgraded to a suite for the extra space .... We also did the first class seats on the train (the dome car wasn't in use at that time).... The entertainment at dinner was a guy playing guitar which we really enjoyed, the food was ok not bad but nothing special - we will be going to the Rt 66 restaurants next trip.... We found lots of interesting stuff in the gift shops.... We had lunch at the El Tovar Hotel (I recommend putting in a reservation at arrival).....It was really good and the view from our table was amazing.... The host in our train car was Cameron - awesome job by him !!! Next trip - The Polar Express... Thanks for a great vlog !!! And yes - absolutely we would do it again !!!

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your wonderful and thoughtful comment 🙏🏽. After thinking about the experience, two days and one night is not enough to enjoy both Williams and the South Rim. I definitely would like to spend one night at the Grand Canyon. The Polar Express does sound like an enjoyable experience, too. I appreciate your support and hope you have a Happy New Year 🎈🎊

I love how you give the history in all your beyond adventures. I also like the interviews you do with the other guests on adventures with you. Great job!

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you @CheatMeat FoodCat🙏🏽❤️ I try to make my vlogs informative and interject some humor, too. Also, if they’re willing to be on camera, get people’s thoughts and opinions.

Breathtaking, Alan. Simply breathtaking. I forgot to mention before, we loved the “chasing the sunset” part. So beautiful. Again, as I had said before, we really love all the footage of the inside of the train and even the tracks as you’re riding. We love transportation of any kind, especially trains and planes. I can’t tell you how many trains we have been on. It’s one of the main reasons we are missing being able to travel, so incredibly bad. Thanks so much for such great videos! 🤗🌟💫🥰

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the wonderful Comment. I love trains, too, there must be something nostalgic and soothing about riding the rails and the rocking motion

Not sure if it's the background music, your narration or the scenery but it seems like an enjoyable, relaxing time.

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you enjoyed it and thank you 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

Alan those south rim shots are truly amazing! lost for words to be honest

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend. I appreciate your compliment 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

Arizona is a beautiful state! When I drove cross country through the southern states to move to Vegas, Arizona was the state that I really enjoyed driving across. I'd love to check out more northern states like Montana. Nice job on the VO, matched the the original sound almost perfectly!!!! 👍👍👍

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother, I just need to stop Warp Stabilizing 😁😂

@StraightOuttaVegas

3 жыл бұрын

@@LasVegasandBeyond we do what we want #FI 🤣

Another amazing video Alan. Really enjoyed it. Full watch. BigLike#64

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

@MrChiprocks1, thank you my friend. You know I always appreciate your support 🙏🏽

Excellent conclusion to a nice getaway. The color and sharpness of the video are fantastic...and so is the narration. You brought tears to my eyes with the shots of the balcony at EL Tovar. 30 years ago we visited the south rim in December after a snow storm. The El Tovar was not busy at that time and the staff upgraded us to the room on the second floor that opens onto that balcony. The boys had a great time playing in the snow on their own private balcony. My how time flies. Have never taken the train before, but hope to do so after COVID. Thank you for allowing us to ride along with you.

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh, you're comment is so appreciated. I'm happy it brought back some wonderful memories. El Tovar is a beautiful Lodge and I would love to stay there, especially during the Winter.

Wow, nice scenery!!! Thanks for sharing your trip with us!👍

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ron for watching both Part 1 and Part 2 I really appreciate it 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

I really love your very special and awesome videos. Big like! greetings from good old Germany. Chris.

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Chris 🙏🏽 Thank you for watching, commenting and liking

You vlog is super cool, it feels like i'm totally immersed and experiencing in this little trip myself. Looks like you met a few nice people along the way. The south rim views were amazing. The train ride is a nice touch and way better than driving. like#50 👍👍😻

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kezon, I always appreciate your compliments and the train ride was probably my favorite part.

Really loved and enjoyed your video! I've been to The Grand Canyon back in '88 coming back home from California. Our Daddy's brother Albert and his family lived in Visalia Ca and we went to visit. We stayed overnight in Las Vegas. The Grand Canyon was so beautiful and won't ever get to go back. Thank you for taking me along with you!

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

I'm really glad you enjoyed it and that it brought back some fond memories. I lived in Bakersfield, CA for 23 years before moving to Las Vegas, and spent a lot of time in and near Visalia (Sequoia National Park) I'm sorry to hear that you won't be going back to the Grand Canyon. Thank you once again for watching, commenting and above all subscribing, I really appreciate your support 🙏🏽

@carlavision6143

3 жыл бұрын

@@LasVegasandBeyond you're welcome!

The train ride looked really wonderful

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mabs, it was fun, relaxing and enjoyable

Awww, the newlyweds from the sparkling city by the sea! Cute! 🥰🥰🥰 That's a nice little trip. I've never been on a train before. That would be cool to try one day. That drone view of the Grand Canyon was amazing! Soooo beautiful! Simply majestic!

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you washanda for your supportive comments 🙏🏽. That couple so sweet and I love how she answered for him ❤️

Just found your channel while searching about this train ride; we will be riding it later next month. You videos were so informative and kept our attention the whole time. I appreciated all the details! Thank you for excellent content!

@LasVegasandBeyond

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your wonderful compliment, I truly appreciate you watching and commenting, and hope you have a great trip.

I have been to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, but it was on a group tour, and we weren't left with a lot of time to check out things like El Tovar and Bright Angel. I had a squirrel try and steal my lunch from the visitor' s center/ Not fun! I want to ride the train, and stay overnight near the Grand Canyon. That would be fun!😀

@LasVegasandBeyond

2 жыл бұрын

Hi @carlie22168 ☺️. If I were to go back, I would still do the train ride and then spend the night at on of the less expensive lodges on South Rim. That's kinda scary about the squirrel. Thanks for watching and commenting, I appreciate it.

This is wonderful. I really enjoyed your video. We are going next week. Thank you!

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad that you enjoyed the video and hope you have a great time like I did.

Well done, loved the narration and all the history. We have been to the South Rim but never took the train, definitely going to put this on our bucket list. 👏👏👏👏

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Durango Dale and Chef Paula 🙏🏽. I think you two would thoroughly love the train ride, and I bet you sing better than the cowboys.

Ive told you before. But your voice is great. Its very soothing. No homo.

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Egad, thanks, but I definitely am not a fan of my voice.

Very nicely done! I will be looking for more of your videos.

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching and commenting, I appreciate it. 🙏🏽

Great video! Very nice quality and narration.

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for watching and commenting, I really appreciate it and Happy Holidays!!!

Great shot off the back of the train

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

I used my 360 camera for all the Rear Train Platform shots

Thanks for posting. I used to work in one of the Cafe's. I'll alway love the canyon and train!

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Hi @Heather Nolan, thank you so much for watching and commenting, I really appreciate it. It was such an enjoyable and relaxing vacation and everyone was very friendly and courteous.

It was probably originally used and built as a photography studio, for artists to take photographs, and possibly painters/watercolorists.

@LasVegasandBeyond

Жыл бұрын

Yes, you are right. I researched it afterwards. I was amazed reading about the photography studio, too bad it was Closed

Thanks so much! You cleared up everything I was wondering about!!

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome and THANK YOU for watching and Commenting, I really appreciate it.

Thanks for your time and amazing video. It is so beautiful out there and I can't wait to revisit this wonderful place and see more of the sites and sceneries. Seems like you picked a great time of year for the visit.

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the wonderful compliments, I sincerely appreciate them. The train ride and the Grand Canyon make for such a memorable experience, I think it’s worth it

Thanks Alan, great job looks beautiful and stunning.

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! I appreciate you watching and commenting🙏🏽

Love all your narration Alan 💙 Lol don't get us started on "cold weather" though 😉⛄ The Wild West Show is awesome 👍 Reminds me of the one they did at Bonnie Springs Ranch. We definitely need to do this train ride 💙

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

I forgot about the Wild West show at Bonnie Springs, I guess I'm showing my age 😁, and it was cold, but what you guys have is FREEZING Weather 🤣🤣🤣

@VegasBestIdeas

3 жыл бұрын

@@LasVegasandBeyond lol yes that is true it's definitely freezing here 😆⛄

Thank you for the video. We have been looking into this for a big and gives us a lot of info to be ready with a little one!

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Happy New year and Glad it was helpful! Depending on which options/upgrades you choose, it can get pricey, quickly.. Thank you for watching and commenting 🙏🏽

Wow fantastic work! Grand canyon looked amazing.

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot! If I had more time, I would've hiked down, but then need a heli to get back up😂

Beautiful scenery. Wonderful to do the whole Grand Canyon experience. Most folks take a few photos and leave. Five stars for this wonderful video. 🤠

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

@kissy kat, have I told you I appreciate you watching and commenting? Well, I do. Thank you 🙏🏽 😊

Lots of transitions in this one. Looks great

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, some good, some meh. My short-attention-span doesn't allow me to watch the same footage for longer than 5 seconds.

Its cool that you did it by yourself.

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nick, I'ts easier to vlog when you don't have anyone around to distract you.

Watched a lot of videos with same subject matter and yours is the best!!!

@LasVegasandBeyond

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you@J Kimmie, that is very kind of you to say 🙏🏽 and I really appreciate you watching and commenting

Soooo happy I found your channel. You do an EXCELLENT job, videoing, narrating etc. Hope ya get a million subscribers. I actually got the chills when I heard the music( great selection) & views of the canyon. Keep up the great work!

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

@Liberty One Thank you so much for the wonderful compliment, I really appreciate it. I’m glad you enjoyed this video ❤️ and thrilled you found my Channel

Today is September 1st, 2021...going to Williams tomorrow and doing the train ride the next day. Thank you for your video, now I'll know what expect!

@LasVegasandBeyond

2 жыл бұрын

Hi @Sandra! I hope you have an awesome time and enjoy both Williams and the Train. I'd love to hear back how your Adventure went.

Did this tour and loved it. Great video. Beautiful scenery.

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Robbie 👋🏽 Well thank you for watching and commenting. if only there was a Casino, then Teresa would’ve gone with me 🤣🤣🤣

Sounds like fun. But expensive to take a whole family. This is good for couples. Still a great informative video to a place i might onnneeeeee day go to

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

The package is definitely pricey for a family, but as you noted, it's fun for a couple. Although, as there was no gambling, my g/f wouldn't have enjoyed it.😂

Loved both your videos. We're considering this trip and really enjoyed your thorough review.

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you so much for the compliment 🙏🏽❤️ I sincerely appreciate you watching and commenting. I’d love to hear your thoughts if you do take the trip. Stay Safe

Amazing video.....the footage at the Grand Canyon was great...Excellent work 👍👍👍

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!I appreciate you watching and commenting. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

Excellent video the couples you interviewed were so sweet. It looks so peaceful I have to plan a trip there as well.

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Kia 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 You should! I'm thinking Spring and Fall would be the best time to visit.

Nice presentation, moved along well

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I really appreciate you watching and commenting

Outstanding as always man, loving the factoids!

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks broskis 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

what a beautiful place to be

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

It was definitely beautiful and serene. Thank you for watching and commenting 🙏🏽

We're planning a trip to the Grand Canyon, love both your videos.

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you! I hope you have a wonderful and fun-filled time. There’s so much more to see than what I covered. so don’t rush and take it all in. 🙏🏽

I was going to say you don't have to duck but you said it for me lol

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha, well you know I had to see for myself.

As a pro video guy I have to say I always appreciate finding quality work, especially on YT. It's obvious that you love putting these vlogs/micro docs together with lot of creativity, style, & feel. Enjoyed it throughly, nice job!

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

@TV Guy, thank you very much for taking the time to watch and comment, I really appreciate it. Honestly, as of late, I haven't been putting forward as much effort as it seems that Better Production Quality" doesn't translate into Subscribers. I've been trying to focus on content (i.e. Storytelling). Thank you again.

@TVGuy729

3 жыл бұрын

@@LasVegasandBeyond Without good storytelling, all you have are pretty pictures. Keep up the good work!

A shame we didn't research this more and made it a part of our Grand Canyon trip. Next time. Thanks.

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. If I plan to do it again, I’d spend the night at one of the Grand Canyon lodges, too.

Really enjoyed it 👍

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you David, I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment

That looks like a really cool experience! 🚂

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

It was! and nice to get away for a day

Great vlog! Beautiful documentation of your trip, food, hotel, and your photographs of the Grand Canyon are fantastic! I newly subscribed to your channel and liked this video, so I'll be looking through your past vids to see what else interests me. Keep up the good work. Happy New Year!

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Craig, thank you so much for the awesome compliment, I sincerely appreciate it and Happy New Year to you, too. A majority of my vlogs are Vegas-based, but for 2021 I’m planning to explore more, so thank you for watching, commenting and above all Subscribing.

Hey there, found your channel while researching a trip by train to the Grand Canyon, really good information, nice footage, background audio, good stuff, keep it up!

@LasVegasandBeyond

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for taking the time to watch and comment, I really appreciate it.

@JcOlivera

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!, I just booked a weekend at the Grand Canyon can’t wait!

@LasVegasandBeyond

Жыл бұрын

@@JcOlivera awesome! I hope you have a wonderful time

Excellent job Alan. When we went, there was snow.

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chrissy. Now that would’ve been cool to see.

@LetYrLiteShine

3 жыл бұрын

@@LasVegasandBeyond It was really pretty.

❤️❤️❤️

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Salamat Po 🙏🏽

I didn’t know there was a Wild West shown at the Grand Canyon, or a train that goes there. Interesting. :)

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

It was a fun experience and worth doing, at least once.

your voice is perfect for this btw

@LasVegasandBeyond

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏽 that means a lot, since I can’t stand my voice

Also, like #15!

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣

Nice video. Did you happen to check out any other cars on the train? We are trying to decide between coach or the car where the seats face each other,. Also did you check out the area of Williams?

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Hi @Angela Conaway, thanks for watching and commenting. I wasn’t able to vlog in Coach, but I’m not sure if you’ve The Train’s video that shows the rest of the cars. Here’s the video - kzread.info/dash/bejne/d2iXtqdqaLHUiZs.html I did walk around Williams, but not that much. Part 1 of my video has a few minutes of me walking around and eating in Williams.

Great info!! We are also planning on taking the train next month and noticed the tours were not running at the Canyon, did you have to do alot of hiking to see the sites or is everything pretty close by the station? Thanks again!!!

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

From the Train Depot to the viewing area is a little bit of a climb, if I recall there are 4 - 5 flights of stairs, but there’s also switchbacks to leisurely ascend to the top. Once up there, there are no more stairs, but it isn’t flat, slight inclines and declines. I was carrying my backpack full of gear and it wasn’t bad. Just be sure to hydrate, you definitely don’t realize how thirsty you get walking around I hope you have a wonderful time and please let me know how enjoyed your adventure.

Great review and very informative! We are actually doing this exact thing in a few weeks. Gonna stay 2 nights at the train hotel. Was your luxury package what they would call first class? That was the option i chose when i booked things today.

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

That is awesome and thank you for the compliment. If I recall, mine was called the Luxury Package, followed by First Class and then Coach. It is such a fun ride to and from the Grand Canyon. Be sure to give yourself enough time to explore Williams if you’re staying at the Railway Hotel. Lastly, there’s a Dollar General across the street from the Hotel if you forgot anything, or want to save a little money on snacks and beverages. I’d love to hear your thoughts after your experience.

@74beeper97

3 жыл бұрын

@@LasVegasandBeyond I’ll have to look into upgrading to the Luxury Package. It wasn’t an option when I made the booking online. Probably need to call them. After we get back from the train ride, we’re staying another night and going to Bearzona the next day and explore Williams a little more. The strip of Route 66 reminds me of Radiator Springs in the movie Cars!

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

@@74beeper97 I saw your comment on my other video (Part 1) Thank you again for commenting and I’m happy you had an awesome time

Choooo chooo... 🚋

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

you forgot the chugga chugga 🤣🤣🤣

nice color grading

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! but that PolarPro Variable ND PMK Edition has some pretty severe vignetting going on when stopped all the way down.

@JorgeLopez-ub8dz

3 жыл бұрын

@@LasVegasandBeyond well you did a good job, your footage is real nice

Did you use a drone? I want to take mine ...should I?

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Big Al. Unfortunately it is a National Park and drones are forbidden. I used a 360 camera on a telescoping pole to mimic a drone. BTW, thanks for watching and commenting, I really appreciate it

I want to do this just for the train ride

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

It's worth it, IMO. Although, I didn't realize how bumpy it was. It's not too bad, but noticeable when vlogging.

How was the social distancing on train ride?

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

The Railway Attendants did a really good job enforcing Guidelines on the two railway cars I was assigned. There was sufficient distance between guests and plenty of hand sanitizing areas located throughout the cars.

@Edward_Rogue

3 жыл бұрын

@@LasVegasandBeyond Thank you for the quick reply.

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

@@Edward_Rogue You’re welcome and Happy New Year

Other lodging in town, better rates.

@LasVegasandBeyond

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for commenting. Are you referring to Lodging in Williams? Or elsewhere? It would help narrow down the options.

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