"I can't think of many experiences that compare to riding the vintage steam train that winds through the heart of the Rockies in the fall; the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad is North America’s highest and longest steam train, and fall is the most popular time to ride, with peak foliage expected from Sept. 27 to Oct. 3." - Taryn White Taryn White Taryn White is a D.C.-based travel writer who covers a wide range of topics, including family travel, hotels, food, aviation, beaches, historical and cultural topics, and wellness travel. She can often be spotted around the world with her husband and two travel-loving kids. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines