{"id":48438,"date":"2014-12-22T14:26:57","date_gmt":"2014-12-22T19:26:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.nybg.org\/plant-talk\/?p=48438"},"modified":"2014-12-22T14:26:57","modified_gmt":"2014-12-22T19:26:57","slug":"tips-for-your-visit-peak-days-at-the-holiday-train-show","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/2014\/12\/garden-programming\/tips-for-your-visit-peak-days-at-the-holiday-train-show\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Your Visit: Peak Days at the Holiday Train Show"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/1214-haupt-dome-250x280.jpg\"><img data-attachment-id=\"48472\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/2014\/12\/garden-programming\/tips-for-your-visit-peak-days-at-the-holiday-train-show\/attachment\/1214-haupt-dome-250x280\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/1214-haupt-dome-250x280.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"250,280\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"1214-haupt-dome-250&#215;280\" data-image-description=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/1214-haupt-dome-250x280.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/1214-haupt-dome-250x280.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-48472\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/1214-haupt-dome-250x280.jpg\" alt=\"Enid Haupt Conservatory NYBG\" width=\"250\" height=\"280\" \/><\/a>The holidays are in full swing! For the next two weeks\u2014through January 4, to be specific\u2014the\u00a0<a title=\"Holiday Train Show\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/exhibitions\/2014\/holiday-train-show\/index.php\"><em>Holiday Train Show<\/em><\/a> will bring in more visitors than ever to the <a title=\"Enid A. Haupt Conservatory\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/gardens\/conservatory\/index.php\">Enid A. Haupt Conservatory<\/a>, with families gathering to take\u00a0part in this 23-year New York tradition as part of their seasonal celebrations. And there&#8217;s no reason you and your loved ones shouldn&#8217;t join in the fun and make some magical memories together, too!<\/p>\n<p>We would like to ensure that your Garden visit is as whimsical and worry-free as possible, so continue reading below for some simple tips to help you have the best possible experience at\u00a0the\u00a0<a title=\"Holiday Train Show\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/exhibitions\/2014\/holiday-train-show\/index.php\"><em>Holiday Train Show<\/em><\/a>! Follow these handy guidelines, and you&#8217;ll be riding First Class.<br \/>\n<!--more--><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<h2>Tips for Your Visit<\/h2>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/1214-hts-banner-570x200.jpg\"><img data-attachment-id=\"48478\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/2014\/12\/garden-programming\/tips-for-your-visit-peak-days-at-the-holiday-train-show\/attachment\/1214-hts-banner-570x200\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/1214-hts-banner-570x200.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"570,200\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"1214-hts-banner-570&#215;200\" data-image-description=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/1214-hts-banner-570x200-300x105.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/1214-hts-banner-570x200.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-48478\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/1214-hts-banner-570x200.jpg\" alt=\"Holiday Train Show NYBG\" width=\"570\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/1214-hts-banner-570x200.jpg 570w, https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/1214-hts-banner-570x200-300x105.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/><\/a>\n<ul style=\"list-style-position: outside; list-style-type: disc;\">\n<li><strong>Reserve Your Tickets Online in Advance<\/strong><br \/>\n<a title=\"NYBG Tickets\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/visit\/tickets2.php\">A limited number of timed admission tickets are available<\/a>. Secure your preferred exhibition entry time and purchase your tickets online. Late afternoons tend to be less crowded and the show is even more magical once the sun goes down.<\/li>\n<p><\/p>\n<li><strong>Print Your Tickets at Home<\/strong><br \/>\nPrint your tickets before your visit, and arrive at the\u00a0<a title=\"Enid A. Haupt Conservatory\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/gardens\/conservatory\/index.php\">Enid A. Haupt Conservatory<\/a>\u00a0tent at the entry time printed on your ticket. Wait times to enter the\u00a0<a title=\"Holiday Train Show\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/exhibitions\/2014\/holiday-train-show\/index.php\"><em>Holiday Train Show<\/em><\/a> will vary depending upon exhibition flow.<\/li>\n<p><\/p>\n<li><strong>Maximize Your Ticket<\/strong><br \/>\nIn addition to the\u00a0<a title=\"Holiday Train Show\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/exhibitions\/2014\/holiday-train-show\/index.php\"><em>Holiday Train Show<\/em><\/a>, your ticket provides access to the Garden grounds, Tram Tour, and special programs including <a title=\"Evergreen Express\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/exhibitions\/2014\/holiday-train-show\/for-families.php\">Evergreen Express<\/a> and <a title=\"Flora Illustrata: A Celebration of Botanical Masterworks\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/exhibitions\/2014\/flora-illustrata\/index.php\"><em>Flora Illustrata: A Celebration of Botanical Masterworks<\/em><\/a>. Review our <a title=\"Plan Your Visit to NYBG\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/visit\/\">calendar<\/a> to plan your visit.<\/li>\n<p><\/p>\n<li><strong>Dining<\/strong><br \/>\nThe Holiday Dining Pavilion offers delicious and warming selections, including favorites such as creamy chowders, hot fried chicken, rustic winter salads, and charming sweet treats. Check the <a title=\"Weekly Handout NYBG\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/files\/weekly-handout.pdf\">weekly handout<\/a> for hours.<\/li>\n<p><\/p>\n<li><strong>Shopping<\/strong><br \/>\nStop by <a title=\"Shop in the Garden\" href=\"http:\/\/www.nybgshop.org\/\">Shop in the Garden<\/a> for unique gifts and holiday d\u00e9cor. The shop is located in the Leon Levy Visitor Center. <a title=\"NYBG Membership\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/support_the_garden\/membership\/\">Garden Members<\/a> always save 10% on all purchases.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As the 23rd annual Holiday Train Show enters Peak Days for the holiday season, here are some useful tips to ensure that your visit to NYBG offers the best possible experience.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":184,"featured_media":48472,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"ngg_post_thumbnail":0,"spay_email":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_is_tweetstorm":false},"categories":[17],"tags":[4628,4331,4330],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/1214-haupt-dome-250x280.jpg","jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/ph0lU-cBg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48438"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/184"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=48438"}],"version-history":[{"count":22,"href":"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48438\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":48495,"href":"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48438\/revisions\/48495"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/48472"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=48438"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=48438"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=48438"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}