Passenger rail travel across the United States is accelerating into an ambitious era of growth and modernization. The United States Department of Transportation and the Federal Railroad Administration have awarded nearly three billion dollars in federal grant funding to advance Read More …
According to an official announcement from Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty program for Emirates and flydubai is expanding its rewards ecosystem with the launch of Skywards Rail. This new initiative enables more than 39 million global members to redeem their Read More …
High-speed train bookings in Europe grew by 32% year-over-year, expanding more than three times faster than air travel bookings. Analyzing door-to-door transit times across 25 popular European routes, the data reveals that taking the train is often significantly faster, cheaper, Read More …
Travelers using London Gatwick Airport can celebrate a major upgrade in their transit options thanks to a new overnight rail service from Great Western Railway reports TravelMole. Operating along the scenic North Downs Line, this trial service directly connects Gatwick Read More …
The desire for Canadian exploration is experiencing a remarkable surge as 2026 unfolds, with travelers increasingly turning to rail journeys to capture the country’s vast and diverse beauty. According to new research from Journeyscape, interest in spring getaways north of Read More …
The global travel landscape is witnessing an inspiring revival of classic luxury as the legendary Orient Express prepares to return to the tracks in 2026. This ambitious project aims to recapture the golden age of rail travel, offering a sophisticated Read More …
Amtrak has officially announced a fundamental shift in its long-distance fleet replacement strategy, transitioning from a hybrid equipment model to a universal single-level platform. This decision follows an extensive joint evaluation with the Federal Railroad Administration, which concluded that standardizing Read More …
The Orient Express is undertaking a significant expansion of its luxury hospitality portfolio, integrating rail, maritime, and land-based travel into a cohesive guest experience. Central to this growth is the introduction of a second luxury sailing yacht, the Orient Express Read More …
Railbookers has officially announced the return of its Luxury Rail Week, which is scheduled to run from February 15 through February 22, 2026. This annual event is structured to celebrate the unique appeal of high-end rail travel, emphasizing the sophistication Read More …