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12 Beautiful Train Rides in North America That Are Even Better in Winter

12 Beautiful Train Rides in North America That Are Even Better in Winter8+ hour, 19+ min ago   (232+ words) See stunning landscapes from a warm railcar on these scenic routes around the U.S. and Canada. When traveling long distances across North America, the scenic route is always worth taking, especially in the winter when those wild and majestic landscapes get…...

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The Famous Orient Express Train Is Back in Italy—Here's What It's Like on Board

The Famous Orient Express Train Is Back in Italy—Here's What It's Like on Board1+ week, 1+ day ago   (622+ words) It's no mystery why this is the world's most beloved train. The shower was red marble, moodily lit. How long I spent there, scrubbing away airplane grime and jet'lag with a bar of Guerlain soap, I have no idea. By…...

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Japan’s Most Mysterious Bullet Train Is Retiring

Japan’s Most Mysterious Bullet Train Is Retiring1+ week, 4+ day ago   (324+ words) Japan's Most Mysterious Bullet Train Is Retiring'Travel + Leisure Japan's Most Mysterious Bullet Train Has No Schedule and Is Said to Bring Good Luck'and 2026 Is the Last Time to See It Japan's Doctor Yellow Shinkansen will vanish from the rails by…...

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This Vintage Train Ride Has Trivia Nights, Cocktails, and Cozy Views—and Tickets Start at Just $15

This Vintage Train Ride Has Trivia Nights, Cocktails, and Cozy Views—and Tickets Start at Just $152+ week, 3+ day ago   (240+ words) From Valentine's charcuterie journeys to rom-com trivia and quiet reading cars, the Nickel Plate Express makes rail travel feel magical. There's something romantic about rail travel: a train slowly curling through nature with the chance to simply relax and soak…...

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Amtrak Just Broke a Ridership Record—Here Are Its Top Trending U.S. Routes

Amtrak Just Broke a Ridership Record—Here Are Its Top Trending U.S. Routes2+ week, 5+ day ago   (285+ words) With over 34.5 million trips and new routes gaining steam, the golden age of American rail may be on the horizon. It was a banner year for U.S. train travel, with Amtrak reporting record ridership and revenue for the 2025 fiscal year. Travelers…...

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Luxury Sleeper Trains Are Coming to the U.S.—With Private Chefs and 360-degree Views

Luxury Sleeper Trains Are Coming to the U.S.—With Private Chefs and 360-degree Views2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (345+ words) Two lavish rail cars will roll out in 2026, offering exclusive journeys from L.A. to San Francisco and San Francisco to Denver. If you think you need to go to Europe to experience a luxury sleeper train, think again. Beginning in January…...

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This 90-minute Vintage Train Through Napa Valley Is Perfect for the Holidays—and There's a Dome Car to Enjoy Scenic Views

This 90-minute Vintage Train Through Napa Valley Is Perfect for the Holidays—and There's a Dome Car to Enjoy Scenic Views2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (361+ words) The Napa Valley Wine Train's Santa Train returns this holiday season with four festive journeys, including a gourmet dome car dinner. Robert McClenahan/courtesy of the Napa Valley Wine Train Ride the Santa Train in Napa Valley for an adventure…...

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Delaware’s Most Magical Holiday Train Is Back—With Caboose Seating and Vintage Cars

Delaware’s Most Magical Holiday Train Is Back—With Caboose Seating and Vintage Cars2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (325+ words) With four daily departures and weekend rides through Christmas Eve, this vintage railway adventure is packed with holiday cheer. As Santa begins his annual tour of malls and parades across the country, one stop on his calendar stands out: a…...

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These 2 Seasonal Holiday-themed Trains Take You Directly to Europe’s Most Legendary Christmas—Here’s What You Need to Know

These 2 Seasonal Holiday-themed Trains Take You Directly to Europe’s Most Legendary Christmas—Here’s What You Need to Know3+ mon, 1+ week ago   (405+ words) An train ride with holiday magic? Sign us up. Jenn Rice is a freelance writer who specializes in food, art, and travel. Her work has appeared in publications including Food & Wine, Vogue, and GQ." It's the most wonderful time of…...

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This 500-mile Railroad Goes to National Parks, Glaciers, and Some of the Best Northern Lights Destinations in the U.S.

This 500-mile Railroad Goes to National Parks, Glaciers, and Some of the Best Northern Lights Destinations in the U.S.3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (347+ words) Here's how to plan a trip aboard the Alaska Railroad. Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications'with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She's…...