accessible travel
How to get around in PugliaApr 11, 2025 • 4 min read
What’s the best way to get around Italy’s “boot heel”? Read our guide to find out.
Train Travel
tips and adviceSee the Douro Valley by train on a day trip from PortoApr 10, 2025 • 5 min read
Take a train through the Douro Valley in northern Portugal for a scenic, unhurried day trip from Porto – there's even a break for lunch and wine tasting.
day trip6 of the best weekend breaks within two hours of London by trainApr 2, 2025 • 8 min read
For an easy weekend away, take the train! These are the best destinations that are just a two-hour journey by train from central London.
train travelTaking the train in Vietnam – everything you need to knowMar 24, 2025 • 7 min read
Traveling by train is the best way to experience overland travel in Vietnam. Here's what to know.
destination practicalitiesUpdated timeline for Europe's new entry requirementsMar 20, 2025 • 5 min read
Learn about the ETIAS visa waiver and biometric border checks coming to Europe.
wildlife and natureDiscover the serene beauty of Ise-Shima, JapanMar 17, 2025 • 6 min read
The spiritual heart of Japan offers unparalleled tradition, tranquility, cuisine and culture
train travelTaking the train in England – everything you need to knowFeb 24, 2025 • 8 min read
Take the train for fast, scenic travel between cities and across the countryside in England. Read on for tips on rail passes, the best journeys and more.
train travelTaking the train in the USA: all you need to knowFeb 19, 2025 • 14 min read
Is train travel in the USA the fastest choice? Rarely. But the vistas of snowy mountains, expansive deserts and vibrant cities may convince you to try it.
sustainable travel10 great rail journeys to take in the USAFeb 17, 2025 • 8 min read
There’s no getting around the sheer size and scale of the USA, and the best way to see it all is by train.
destination practicalitiesThe ultimate guide to getting around in AustraliaFeb 8, 2025 • 9 min read
Find your way around Australia with our top tips for road trips, internal flights and long-distance coach and train services.
air travelHow to get around in England by train, bus and even by bikeJan 27, 2025 • 7 min read
With info on everything from car hire to train tickets, ferries to coach services, here's what you need to know to travel around in England.
train travelTraveling by train in Italy: everything you need to knowJan 26, 2025 • 11 min read
Plan your train travel in Italy with this guide to the network, tickets and services.
destination practicalitiesThe best way to see Alaska by boat, train, plane, car or RVJan 24, 2025 • 8 min read
Everything you've ever wanted to know about the logistics of planning an Alaskan adventure, plus tips for keeping it cheap.
sustainable travelTake the night train in Sweden, from Stockholm to the ArcticJan 23, 2025 • 8 min read
Wave goodbye to glam Stockholm and wake up in the wintery wilderness of the Arctic when you take the night train north.
tips and adviceTaking the train in Japan - all you need to knowJan 21, 2025 • 12 min read
You will fall passionately in love with Japan's trains. Find your way across the country with our ultimate guide to riding the rails in Japan.
train travelEnjoy a cross-border adventure on the night train from Istanbul to SofiaJan 21, 2025 • 10 min read
The overnight service between Istanbul and Sofia combines two adventures into one. Our resident rail expert, Tom Hall, shows you how to do it.
destination practicalitiesTaking the train in Canada: all you need to knowJan 10, 2025 • 8 min read
Rail aficionados know that Canada’s train routes are epic. If you’re curious, read on for all the details.
day trip11 of the world's best high-speed train journeysJan 9, 2025 • 9 min read
Fast-track your vacation time with these high-speed rail routes.
sustainable travel24 of the world’s most incredible train journeys to book in 2025Jan 8, 2025 • 11 min read
From cutting through the countryside to connecting cities, these 24 railway journeys offer entirely new perspectives on a destination.
destination practicalitiesHow to travel around Ireland by trainJan 6, 2025 • 11 min read
Traveling by train is one of Ireland’s great, if under-appreciated, pleasures.
activities10 dream trips to take in Europe in 2025Jan 2, 2025 • 9 min read
From Icelandic road trips to hiking through the far-flung landscapes of the Azores, here are the dreamiest adventures in Europe.
- sustainable travelThe most scenic train rides in Europe: 10 amazing journeys for 2025
Dec 25, 2024 • 7 min read
Rolling forests, saw-toothed mountains, bridges spanning river gorges - these 10 most spectacular train journeys in Europe.