The Jacobite Steam Train journey in the Scottish Highland was one of the best tours I embarked on during my visit to Inverness. Riding the Jacobite Steam Train was not just about...
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Starting operations in 2025, this train will offer scenic journeys across Saudi Arabia’s deserts from Riyadh to Qurayyat in 40 custom luxury cabins, embracing the growing trend of sustainable, slow travel. In...
The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is the epitome of luxury, overnight train travel.The elegant train line operates 60 routes through 17 European cities from Amsterdam to Istanbul. It is comprised entirely of vintage cars...
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In my early 20s, I zigzagged across Europe by train. Fresh out of college and pinching pennies on a month-long backpacking trip in Italy and Switzerland, I went by overnight rail, combining...
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In a world obsessed with ticking off bucket lists and conquering continents, a quiet revolution is brewing. Travelers are trading whirlwind itineraries for immersive experiences, opting for quality over quantity, and embracing...
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Inspired by my 6-year-old son, I took a night train from Budapest instead of flying. ADVERTISEMENTBeing from Hungary but living in France, airport hotels have become my second home.Delays and missed connections...
Long gone are the days when we spend a heaping amount of money on short-haul plane rides under 3 hours. In today’s day and age, travelers are looking for ease of travel...
Make a trip down to the Bishnoi village of Khejarli (25 km southeast of Jodhpur), best known as the place where the precedent for the Chipko Movement was established. In 1730, the...
When I think of peak relaxation, my mind goes to two things: breakfast in bed and lounging in a chair on the beach. Both sound pretty nice, right? Well, those two little...
Hobbiday activities encompass a variety of options like baking, crafts, gardening, trekking, painting, singing, cooking, pottery, and others. Travellers can select destinations that facilitate their chosen activity depending on the hobby. For...
Passengers ride the train K7065 from Harbin to Fuyuan in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, Jan. 23, 2024. The train K7065/K7066 travels to and fro between the city of Harbin and Fuyuan in...
Scotland has been named as one of the top "slow travel" destinations in the world, with two scenic walks in particular singled out. On Tuesday, independent travel publisher Matador Network announced the...
Central America is a popular region for American tourists thanks to its proximity, ease of access, and breathtaking natural beauty. And of all the Central American countries, Costa Rica is really having...
There are more than 200 different Aboriginal tribes in Australia, each with their own culture, who regard all land and animals as sacred, providing them with sustenance and culturally meaningful rites. They express their ancient culture,...
Travel+Leisure India & South Asia revealed its second set of T+L Champions at India’s Best Awards 2023. From travel content creators and entrepreneurs to hoteliers and interior designers, these 12 individuals are...
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You know the phrase, “There’s a German word for that”? I recently discovered that the German word for a train enthusiast is the adorable-sounding pufferküsser, literally someone who kisses the railway buffers.I...
The bustling heart of America’s rail network, Chicago — a city that’s not just renowned for its deep-dish pizza and towering skyscrapers, but also as a pivotal junction in the Amtrak network....
Luxury trains are riding the express line in 2024. As travelers ditch airplanes, embrace slow travel, and adopt “main character” mindsets, the idea of an old-fashioned, cinematic railway journey has never felt...
Recently, I crossed France by train. I traveled from the town of Saint-Nazaire in the west of the country to Dunkirk, which is as far north as you can get in continental...
