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39 Travel Tuesday Deals You Can Still Snag This Week
Save on bookings with JetBlue, Celebrity Cruises, and more.
By Jamie Spain
News & Advice
The Most Exciting Train Routes Launching in 2025
Traverse the verdant English countryside, the dramatic deserts of Saudi Arabia, and the snow-capped Alps.
By Jessica Puckett
News & Advice
This New Sleeper Train Is the Most Glamorous Way to See England and Wales
Amble through the Welsh Lake District and traverse Cornwall's coast aboard the Britannic Explorer, launching July 2025.
By Olivia Morelli
Train Journeys
5 Scenic and Cozy Train Trips to Book This Winter
Treat yourself to magnificent winter vistas in North America, Japan, and Europe.
By Jessica Puckett
Future of Travel
Bright Ideas in Travel 2024
Our most expansive list yet of the players, places, and projects moving the travel industry into the future.
By CNT Editors
Inspiration
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A Nostalgic Rail Journey through Italy Aboard Gio Ponti’s Arlecchino Train
After a night of Negronis in Rome, a bleary-eyed travel editor stumbles through the multicolored cars of the famed Arlecchino train.By Charlie Hobbs - Train Journeys
52 Hours Aboard the California Zephyr, the Longest Train Ride in the US
A writer traverses the American West on Amtrak's California Zephyr train with pit stops in in Omaha, Denver, and Reno.By Nayanika Guha - News & Advice
Everything We Know So Far About Brightline West's High-Speed Trains
The all-electric trains between Southern California and Las Vegas are set to launch in 2028—here are the latest developments.By Jessica Puckett - Train Journeys
After a 20-Year Pause, Amtrak Is Restarting Trains From New Orleans to Mobile, Alabama
The route has been on hiatus since Hurricane Katrina hit in 2005.By Jessica Puckett - Train Journeys
Taking the Brightline Train from Orlando to Boca Raton: Here's What It's Like
Connecting Central and South Florida, the Brightline train is a game changer for multi-city trips in the Sunshine State.By Megan duBois - Train Journeys
Journeying through the Malaysian Rainforest Aboard the Legendary Eastern & Oriental Express
After four years, Belmond's luxury sleeper train has returned to Southeast Asia with completely restyled interiors and brand new routes.By Arati Menon - News & Advice
These Historic Rail Journeys From New York City Revive the Golden Age of Travel
Tickets for the 20th Century Limited train journeys will go on sale March 15.By Hannah Towey - Train Journeys
The Most Scenic Train Rides Across the US
From Amtrak routes along California’s coast to the wild beauty of the Alaska Railroad, these trains are worth booking for the views alone.By Hannah Towey and Tyler Moss - Train Journeys
The Best New Train Journeys Launching in 2024—From High-Speed Routes to Vintage Sleeper Trains
Let the scenery of Vietnam, Italy, Japan, and Slovenia glide past your window.By Jessica Puckett - News & Advice
Here's How to Score a Free Amtrak Ticket in New York This Winter
Kick off 2024 with a winter train trip to Niagara Falls, Croton on the Hudson, or Saratoga Springs.By Rachel Chang - Train Journeys
You Can Visit the Italian Riviera on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, Starting Summer 2024
For the first time ever, travelers can journey from Paris to Portofino aboard the glamorous train.By Jessica Puckett - Train Journeys
The 11 Best Canadian Train Trips
Ride the rails through the wilds of Canada, past the mountains of Banff and the Arctic's Northern Lights.By Michael Kaminer and Matt Ortile - Train Journeys
The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Is Launching New Journeys to Glamorous Ski Destinations
View snow-streaked mountains and glacial lakes from inside the storied train, before disembarking for the pistes of the French Alps.By Jessica Puckett - Readers' Choice Awards
Riding the Historic Rovos Rail Across Untrammeled Corners of Southern Africa
Getting up close with the region’s majestic scenery—and the big beasts that call it home.By J.R. Patterson - Train Journeys
Belmond’s Eastern & Oriental Express Is Launching New Train Routes to Malaysia’s Most Uniques Landscapes
The most indulgent slow travel experience in Asia is making a comeback.By Rachel Chang
Train Travel News
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An Unforgettable Train Journey Across the Stunning Landscape of Eastern Turkey
Writer Kurt Johnson seeks out the geographical marvels and dramatic vistas of Turkey's Anatolian provinces—aboard its longest train route.By Kurt Johnson - Inspiration
Winding Through the Clouds on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway
Monisha Rajesh savors every twist and turn on a legendary ‘toy train’ as it inches its way up the foothills of the Himalayas in Northeastern India.By Monisha Rajesh - Train Journeys
On the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, All the Train's a Stage
Belmond’s iconic train is now overnighting between Paris and Portofino, bringing old-world glamour to the Italian Riviera.By Matt Ortile - News & Advice
Denver’s Historic Train Station Just Got Another Elegant Makeover
Including stylish renovations of its onsite luxury hotel, the Great Hall, and the cocktail lounge.By Sarah Kuta - Destinations
Detroit's Restored Central Train Station Ushers in a New Era for the City
A once-abandoned Beaux Arts icon is given a second life as the centerpiece of Detroit's rebirth.By Steve Freiss - News & Advice
7 Exciting New Train Routes Launching This Summer
Ramble through the English countryside or hop on a high-speed sleeper train from Hong Kong to Shanghai.By Jessica Puckett - Train Journeys
Why You Should Ditch the Short-Haul Flight for an Overnight Train
A family's journey from Edinburgh to London on the Caledonian Sleeper reveals the unexpected efficiency of an overnight train.By Ross Kenneth Urken - News & Advice
How to Avoid Traffic and Crowds While Traveling This Memorial Day Weekend
These are the best and worst times to travel over Memorial Day Weekend, whether by plane, train, or car.By Jessica Puckett - News & Advice
An Underwater Train Could Link Europe and Africa by 2030
The train would travel between Madrid and Casablanca in under six hours.By Jessica Puckett - Train Journeys
10 Cities With the Best Public Transportation, From Medellín to Stockholm
These cities have elevated public transportation to an art form—and worthy tourist attraction.By Laura Walsh - Train Journeys
Saudi Arabia's First Luxury Train Service Is Coming in 2025
Dream of the Desert will run 800 miles from Riyadh to Al Qurayyat.By Clare Dight - Train Journeys
The Best Sleeper Trains in the World
Veteran train traveler Monisha Rajesh breaks down the best carriers and routes, from India to Scotland.By Monisha Rajesh - News & Advice
What Travelers Need to Know About Mexico's New Train, 'El Tren Maya'
The massive railway project has made many promises—but there's a lot to consider before hopping onboard.By Laura Sanders - Train Journeys
California Is Getting ‘World-Class’ High-Speed Trains
Historic federal funding will bring US train travel one step closer to the high-speed rail systems of Europe and Asia.By Jessica Puckett - Train Journeys
A New Retro Sleeper Train Will Take Travelers from Rome to the Dolomites
Made of refitted carriages from the 1990s, the train is a game changer for Italian ski season.By Marianna Cerini
News & Advice
A Tunnel Under the Hudson River Will Improve Train Travel In and Out of NYC
The new tunnel, scheduled to open in 2035, will double train capacity.
By Rachel Chang
Train Journeys
This New 80-Day Rail Trip Is an Epic, Round-the-World Journey Aboard 7 Luxury Trains
The first-of-its-kind itinerary will visit four continents and 13 countries in 2024.
By Jessica Puckett
Train Journeys
7 Luxury Trains with Next-Level Dining Cars
Meals on these trains could rival any Michelin-starred restaurant.
By Marianna Cerini
News & Advice
8 Tips for Getting Cheap Train Tickets Throughout Europe
From planning well in advance to simply embracing flexibility, there are quite a few ways to save money while riding the rails.
By Olivia Morelli
Train Journeys
Amtrak's New First Class Dining Experience Is Inspired by Popular Restaurants in New York and Philadelphia
Stephen Starr is bringing his James Beard Award-winning dishes on board Acela trains.
By Jessica Puckett
Inspiration
What Does the Phrase “Slow Travel” Actually Mean?
To travel slowly is about more than just speed.
By Sebastian Modak
Train Journeys
Amtrak Announced a Major Upgrade to Its Fleet, With Sleek New ‘Amtrak Airo’ Trains Rolling Out Across the U.S. in 2026
The new trains will have spacious interiors, ergonomic seats, and a revamped café car.
By Rachel Chang
Train Journeys
6 New Train Routes We’re Excited About
From scenic journeys through New Zealand's wilderness to snowy adventures in the Swiss Alps, these new train experiences have us excited about the future of rail travel.
By Julia Eskins
Train Journeys
A Peek Inside the New Orient Express Train Reveals It’s More Glamorous Than Ever
The refurbished train has sumptuous interiors with modern flair, plus perks like round suites and Champagne call buttons.
By Marianna Cerini
Women Who Travel
Women Who Travel Podcast: Train Tripping Around India With Author Monisha Rajesh
Host Lale Arikoglu and Rajesh explore the joys of train travel—and hear from listeners about their own rail journeys.
By CNT Editors
Train Journeys
How I Pulled Off a Four-Day Trip Through Germany on a €9 Ticket
Traveling through Germany's charming Bavarian towns and into the foothills of the Alps for less than 10 Euros in train fare.
By Matt Perkins
Shopping
How to Pack for Overnight Train Trips: Everything First-Timers Should Know
Including how to get a good night's sleep in economy.
By Kaitlyn McInnis
Train Journeys
Meet the Retirees Who Serve as Volunteer Guides on Amtrak Trains
After a two-year pause because of COVID, Trails & Rails volunteers are back onboard Amtrak trains to talk about the history, geology, and national parks out the window.
By Sarah Kuta
Train Journeys
Leaning Into Slow Travel on a 1,200-Mile Train Trip Through Western Canada
This train offers comfortable seats, room to stretch, and breathtaking views for just over $100.
By Brendan Sainsbury
Train Journeys
Buy One Train Ticket, Get One Free During Amtrak’s Valentine’s Day Sale
The sale runs through February 16 for travel from March through August.
By Rachel Chang
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