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Twenty years ago, Tom Hanks' conductor told the little boy boarding the Polar Express this:
“One thing about trains: It doesn’t matter where you’re going. What matters is deciding to get on.”
For the 20th anniversary of the film, "Polar Express" fans have the option to decide to get on, and they will have to make a decision soon.
Tickets for the North Pole Express, based in Owosso, go on sale on July 25. The express is an annual holiday tradition inspired by the 2004 film, “Polar Express,” which turns 20 this year.
The express is led by the historic locomotive, Pere Marquette 1225, which was used as the blueprint for the Polar Express train in the film and has been shuffling folks through the snow every holiday season since 2004. This winter, the Steam Railroading Institute will be celebrating 20 years of Christmas magic, and each ticket is good for a trip from Owosso to the Village of Ashley Country Christmas festival and back. Riders will be able to choose between several vintage holiday-themed train cars.
The North Pole Express features a variety of seating options. Because of the fleet’s historic nature, it is not ADA-compliant. Potential riders are asked to acknowledge their party can climb up and down the stairs before purchasing tickets. For questions, they should call the SRI at 989-725-9464
Frank Thomson Private Car
The ritziest option is the Frank Thomson Private Car, which features complimentary drinks, sweet treats and several free souvenirs. The Thomson Private Car is exclusively for larger parties — there are no tickets for individual seats. Instead, the car is available to parties of up to 26 for the price of $6,200, including a $1,000 deposit.
The caboose can be reserved exclusively for smaller parties in the 10-12 range. The historic private car comes with free souvenirs, unlimited hot cocoa and dual-level seating. It will cost $2,200.
Claus Club
The Claus Club will cost $500 for a party of four in a vintage dining car from the 1950s, and it will also feature unlimited hot cocoa. The car will host multiple parties of four at once, with assigned seating.
At $105 per ticket, the Cocoa option gives guests an opportunity to ride in a vintage coach car from the 1950s on their way to the County Christmas festival.
At $80, coach is the simplest seating option possible, and it comes with a complimentary cup of hot cocoa.
Tickets will go up for sale online on July 25 at noon, and they might go quickly. Last year, they sold out in just a few hours .
Parties interested in the Frank Thomson car can begin making early reservations now, however. The SRI is accepting reservations until July 24.
The North Pole Express will steam through the snow on weekends in November and December. The first ride will take off on Nov. 23, and the final ride will depart on Dec. 22.
There will be two trips a day on Saturday and Sunday, one in the morning, at 10 a.m., and one in the evening at 5 p.m. Each excursion is expected to take about four and a half hours.
To buy tickets, go to the Steam Railroading Institute website here .
Characteristics.
Builder: | Lürssen |
Year/Refit: | 2005/2021 |
Loa: | 65.17m (214 ft) |
Beam: | 12.6m (42 ft) |
Draft: | 3.9m (12.8 ft) |
Classification: | MCA, Lloyds +100A1, LMC-UMS, Ice Class 1-D |
Gross tons: | 1495 Tons |
Net tons: | 448 Tons |
Displacement: | 1394 |
Designer: | Espen Oeino |
Naval architect: | Espen Oeino International |
Interior designer: | FM Architettura |
Hull colour: | Grey Stone |
Cruise speed: | 14 Knots (approx) |
Maximum speed: | 15.5 Knots (approx) |
Range: | 7000 nm (approx) |
Fuel capacity: | Approx 7,000 nautical miles at 12 knots |
Domestic fresh water | 190,000 Litres |
capacity: | 20,800 Litres |
Deck-wash fresh water: | 18,500 Litres |
Grey water capacity: | 48,000 Litres |
Fuel consumption: | 300 l/hr @ 12 knots |
Fuel: | DIESEL |
Propulsion: | PROP SHAFT |
Gearboxes: | Reintjes 4:1 ratio with hydraulically operated clutch |
Steering: | Two fixed pitch propellers NiBral Rolls Royce independent rudder systems each with two hydraulic pumps. Bow Thruster: Brunvoll 220 kW Stern Thruster: Schottel 200 kW |
Stabilizers: | Quantum Zero Speed XT-Series with At Anchor stabilizer function. |
Generators: | 3 x Caterpillar 3406 DI-TA generators - 285 kwH each -with block heaters 1 x Cat emergency generator - 150 kwH - with block heaters Located in the mast. Diesel motors and generators are elastically mounted to reduce structure borne noise transmission. The generator sets dry exhaust systems are fitted with HUGS soot, catalytic converter filters and silencers exiting through the Stack. Generators were Rebuilt in October 2019 |
Generator hours: | Gen 1: 7209 (Feb-2023) Gen 2: 5900 (Feb-2023) Gen 3: 7213 (Feb-2023) |
Electricity: | 400 V, 50 Hz, 3 phases for power consumers 230 V, 50 Hz, 1 phase for small equipment and lighting. 110 V, 60 Hz, 1 phase for small portable domestic equipment in Owner’s and guests’ cabins/ bathrooms and wheelhouse (via Converter 20 kW) 24 V DC for monitoring, external communication, different nautical and other consumers Emergency Switchboard for: - Emergency illumination - Navigation light - Navigation equipment - Radio system - Rescue boat crane - Steering gear - Firefighting pump - Provision refrigeration system - Battery charging units - High-fog system - Emergency generator room supply fan - One start air compressor - Bilge pump - Alarm and monitoring system |
Shore power: | 2x Shore connection cables of 30 m length stored on reel. 2 TRAFOTEK transformer 125 kVA type 3 PUK 350/490 output: 400/230V 50Hz input 380/400/420V/50Hz 2 Shore connection box, fitted with fuses, voltmeter with selector switch, phase sequence indicator and reverse phase rotation switch to find the correct connection. Phase sequence is supervised for interlocking functions. |
Batteries: | Battery Chargers: The following 24 V DC units are provided: 2x 50A Rectifier/battery charger to charge the battery and supply the monitoring system and different consumers. 1x 25A Charging Rectifier to charge the starting battery of the emergency generator set. 2x battery charger for SSB |
Air Conditioning
2 x Carrier chilled water units, each with 2x compressors 3 x AC air handler units Separate thermostats & fan controls for all accommodation areas
Other Machinery
Water makers: 2 x HEM reverse osmosis type: 23m³/day (Total: 46m³/day) Water heaters: 3 x water heaters heated by immersion heaters. (Total cap: 1500 litres) The domestic freshwater system consists of the following main parts: - 1 freshwater pressure tank units - 3 water heater with and immersion heater (2 x 10 kW) made of stainless steel - 2 freshwater feeding pump (one running, one standby) - 2 hot water circulation pump - 2 UV-sterilizing units - 1 silver ionization injection unit - 1 water softener - 5-micron Filters in addition to activated charcoal freshwater treatment prior to consumers
The bilge system is operated by 2 electrically driven centrifugal pumps and 2Bilge ejectors. The centrifugal pumps are also used as fire and ballast pumps. The pressure side of the bilge ejector can also be operated by each fire pump. The suction lines of the bilge ejectors are connected to the bilge main. Each watertight compartment has a suction strum box to the bilge main. Additionally, the engine room is fitted with two direct suctions from the suction side of the fire/bilge pumps, and one emergency suction from one chilled water pump. One ejector is installed for draining chain locker and fore peak.
5+1 convertible
Access to the sundeck is via an exterior staircase on the port side from the bridge deck. Forward are two circular sunbathing pads. There is an outdoor cinema screen with a projector and a surround sound system. Forward of the mast there is a glass bar with stools, and full wet bar service station portside with built in electric BBQ. In the center of the deck is a large sunbed area and split coffee or dining table. Retractable sliding sunroofs are in the hardtop. The stack also houses the emergency generator.
Bridge Deck
The bridge has great visibility due to the reverse angle bridge windows and the full walk-around wing controls port and starboard. In addition to the two helm seats, there are two settees with coffee tables, ideal for guests wanting to visit the bridge whilst in navigation. Aft of the bridge to starboard is the ship’s office, which then leads into the captain’s study and further aft into the captain’s cabin. A convenient and discreet door leads into the crew stairs that service all decks down to the tank deck. A day head is conveniently located in the lobby area.
Aft of the bridge is the bridge deck lobby with the elevator, which services all decks down to the tank deck.The guest stairway is also off this lobby. Aft is the gym, which boasts floor to ceiling windows port and starboard. The gym is currently equipped with a “Techno Gym” cross trainer, static bike, tread mill, as well as a wall-mounted “Technogym Kinesis” and an array of free weights and bench.
Aft doors lead onto the aft bridge deck or “Jacuzzi deck”, which is partially covered; this aft section is equipped with awnings. The large 6 person Jacuzzi is fitted aft, with a bar and stools located starboard side. A shower and small wet bar/service station positioned on the starboard side, whilst on the port side is a day head. Two sun pads lay either side of the jacuzzi, perfect for lounging.
Owner’s Deck
On the bow is the working area with mooring cleats and the anchor windlass. Aft of this is the rescue tender and crane.
Aft of this are two cozy seating areas with bench seats as well as tables for the Owner’s use. These exterior areas are accessed from either side of the Master suite using the deck doors from the beautiful panoramic Owner’s suite, which boasts a 180° view via reverse-angled bridge-style windows. The king bed faces forward on the centerline of the vessel. Aft of this are two en-suite bathrooms, a his and hers, complete with dressing room, beautifully fitted out in polished marble. Full length hanging wardrobes are included, as well as the normal storage found in a dressing room.
Aft of the Owner’s suite is the Owner’s Office, fitted with a beautiful L shaped leather inlay desk. Off the office lies the guest stairway, elevator and day head, with a service door accessing crew stairway. On the starboard side there is a deck door to access the Owner’s deck area. Aft of this is the doorway into the Owner’s lounge. A comfortable “L” Shaped sofa and a further port side sofa offer comfortable and relaxed seating. A discreet davenport is situated to port facing out through the large side windows, which are a feature on both sides of the lounge. Center of the room there is a large smart TV, located above a decorative fireplace that, together with the driftwood floors and the lovely choice of fabrics, makes for an extremely cozy and informal atmosphere. This lounge can be serviced via the service pantry, which has separate access along with the crew stairway to ensure the finest and most discreet service.
Aft doors lead out onto the upper aft deck or “Dining Deck”. This vast entertaining deck is one of the principals and most used areas of the yacht. A central dining table that seats 12 is the center of attraction, whilst flanked on the port side by a semi-circular wet bar complete with bar stools and marbletopped cabinet used to layout the most lavish buffets and to mix the most exotic cocktails. This houses a double drawer fridge and undercounter wine fridge. To starboard there is a small circular table, enabling a small party to dine intimately, or for cards and gaming. Aft of this is another cabinet perfect for larger buffets. The aft area of the deck is not covered; however, it is equipped with 2 awnings providing plenty of shade. There is further seating aft as well as a coffee table both port and starboard. There are two recessed skylights on each side, letting in natural daylight to the covered areas. In addition to this, there are doors forward to allow guests to shut off the side decks in order to reduce wind, which can be further reduced by sliding the side glass windows. This space can also be cooled using the water mist system installed over the dinning and bar, making this deck a true “indoor/outdoor area”.
A generous passageway gives access to the guest suites, all of which benefit from large windows, iPod docks, iPad controls and safes.
Cabin 4 is forward to starboard with a king bed, leather drawers and desk with vanity. There is good closet space and a 40-inch TV mounted forward. The bathroom is forward with bathtub, WC and basin, and the floor and countertops are finished in polished marble.
Cabin 2 is adjacent on the port side fully furnished as a children cabin with 2 sets of bunks sleeping 4. This Vcabin allows for plenty of natural daylight and has a 40-inch TV for guest entertainment mounted inboard. Once again, there is plenty of closet space. The en-suite is forward and features a large walk-in cubicle shower, WC and sink. Both the flooring and countertops are finished in polished marble.
Cabin 3 is just aft to starboard and boasts a king bed, forward of which is a desk with leather inlay. There is ample hanging space and once again, this cabin is flooded with daylight. The 40-inch TV is mounted on the forward bulkhead. The en-suite bathroom has a shower, WC and sink, and both the flooring and countertops are in polished marble.
Cabin 1 is adjacent on the port side and boasts a king bed, forward of which is a dresser and desk with leather inlay. There is ample hanging space in a double wardrobe and once again, this cabin is flooded with daylight. The 40- inch TV is mounted on the forward bulkhead. The en-suite bathroom has a shower, WC and sink, and both the flooring and countertops are in polished marble.
Forward of the guest suite is the passageway with a discreet door leading into the crew staircase. Just aft of this is the main guest staircase that leads all the way up to the Owner’s deck, bridge deck and sundeck.
Aft of the guest passageway leads into the Main Salon. To starboard is a cozy seating area with a Hi-Lo 64-inch TV built into a cabinet. In the forward starboard corner of the salon area is a doorway that leads into the Spa, Massage Room. This room with soft furnishings is equipped with an Oak works massage table, for optimum comfort and relaxation. With a fully fitted bathroom with stall shower, WC and sink, all finished in rich polished marble, making this a calming space for guest to retreat in.
On the port side of the main salon is the Bar area with a large onyx bar with 5 bar stools for evening cocktails or casual dinner. Large storage cabinets located aft for all glassware and table services. Forward of the bar area is a discreet door that leads into the main deck pantry, which also has direct access to the crew stairway. This pantry is fully equipped with a sink, microwave, fridge and ice maker, with great countertop space to ensure efficient service.
Aft doors from the salon lead out to the aft deck area. To both sides, the staircases lead up to the upper dining deck. In the alcove is a discreet day head. Both port and starboard sides have a gate installed that can be opened and fitted with the Marquip side boarding ladder. A central passageway leads to the lower aft deck, which is fitted out with large guest seating areas to port and starboard that both have coffee tables and is an ideal area to have sundowners close to the water. The central stairs lead down to the large bathing platform, giving easy access to the water and indeed to and from the tenders. A transom door leads into a beach club area with shower and sauna for guests to enjoy. The water sports equipment is also stored in here.
There is a large hydraulic boarding gangway on the aft port quarter, which can service both portside-to or stern-to berthing.
Main Deck Pantry
Owners Deck Pantry
Sundeck Deck Exterior
Waste Disposal
Communications Equipment
Navigation Equipment
Wing Control Consoles Port & STB
Entertainment Equipment
Owner’s Cabin
Owner’s Lounge
Upper Aft Deck
Guest 4 (Fwd Stb Guest)
Guest 2 (Fwd Port Guest)
Guest 3 (Fwd double Guest)
Guest 1 (Fwd Double Guest)
Massage Room
CCTV System:
Cameras: | Main deck |
Sundeck | |
Engine room | |
Monitors: | Bridge |
Crew Mess | |
ECR |
Engineering Alarm Column System:
Fire Detection System consist of
Bilge Alarm System:
General Alarm System:
Tank Level Indication:
Fire Extinguishing System:
2014/2015 - 10-year Class Survey
2015/2016 Refit
2019/2020 - 15-year Class Survey and Refit
2021/2022 Refit
2024 Spring - 20-year Class Survey and Refit
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