Train journeys

Who can forget the Jules Verne novel, Around the World in Eighty Days? The book was published in 1872 and saw Phileas Fogg of London and his newly employed French valet Passepartout trying to win a bet by circumnavigating the globe. Fast…

For those travelers wishing to explore more of the Dominican Republic, a new tourist train is set to launch between Punta Cana and Santo Domingo. While the former is a popular resort and beach town, the latter is an exciting cultural and…

All aboard for a true adventure, taking the vintage Skunk Train through the towering redwoods to Mendocino County’s best-kept “secret bar.” It is often said that traveling by rail is a vacation all in itself, but in this case, the journey…

Most people will agree, the summer of 2023 was too hot, but as it comes to an end, many of us are looking forward to colorful fall scenes. All those oranges, reds and browns of the fall make getting through summer worthwhile. To many, fall…

This summer, many travelers in Europe have faced delays at the airport or canceled flights. This is leading to long-distance trains gaining in popularity. As Europe introduces more options for affordable rail travel, it is hoped that this…

In these days of climate change, rail travel is becoming hugely popular as travelers opt for environmentally friendly modes of transport. However, in many cases, trains can still be more expensive than planes. Booking company Omio wants to…

Shizuoka Prefecture offers a Day Out With Thomas train tour where the kids can hop aboard an accurate replica of their favorite train. Fun for the whole family, Oigawa Railway takes you on a scenic ride on set days this year up until…

With climate change affecting travel and more rail routes coming into being a new website allows US and Canadian travelers a quick and easy way to book train tickets. This makes perfect sense at a time when high-speed trains and sleeper…

Travel is really going on the rails right now, as more travelers seek to lessen their carbon footprint. In fact, many EU countries offer great deals on rail travel, allowing visitors to explore their countries in comfort. While popular…

French rail operator Ouigo is planning to expand its high-speed train services, adding more destinations in Spain. While it was recently reported that France has banned some short-haul flights, Spain is planning to do the same. In the…