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Trains for Fun Part 1: Luxury Trains

Luxury Trains–in general Most people who ride trains want to get somewhere, and they figure a train is the best way. However, in some parts of the world, luxury [...]
Riding the Rails in China

China operates more miles of dedicated high-speed rail lines than the rest of the world, combined. And while California dithers about its 500-mile project, hoping to complete [...]
New Zealand Rail Passes

New Zealand’s KiwiRail passenger system targets visitors with three trains operated mainly for their scenic values rather than as routine transportation. All three [...]
UK News: Euston Station Closures

If you plan on using the British Railways West Coast Main Line this fall, be aware that its primary London terminal, Euston Station, will be closed to train traffic on three [...]
Riding the Rails in Japan

Most visitors traveling around Japan plan on using the country’s extensive railway system. Japan built the world’s first dedicated high-speed rail line, between [...]
Downeaster Weekday Service Disruption

Amtrak’s Downeaster service will be curtailed north of Dover, New Hampshire, on weekdays through Oct. 5. Amtrak will substitute buses. Weekend train service will [...]
Switzerland’s Great Scenic Trains

For concentrated mountain and lake scenery, you can’t beat Switzerland. And for access to that scenery, you can’t beat a train designed for sightseeing. I [...]
Southwest Chief Will Operate Through 2019

Amtrak announced that it would continue to operate the Southwest Chief on its regular route at least through the end of fiscal 2019, Sept. 30, 2019. Amtrak has threatened to [...]
Philadelphia Area: Seniors Ride Free

Seniors age 65 and over can now ride regional SEPTA trains free for trips within the state of Pennsylvania. That’s not as big a cut as it might seem: Previously, [...]

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Amtrak Deal Bulletin – Oct. 16

October 16, 2018 // 0 Comments

General Conditions:Except where noted, all Amtrak promotions apply to coach travel only; discounts apply to full-fare tickets and can’t be combined with other [...]
VIA Rail Improves Canadian Schedule—Sort Of

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Amtrak Deal Bulletin – Oct. 9

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Amtrak Says “Bring it on” for Thanksgiving

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Downeaster Weekday Service Disruption

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New Canadian Timetable: More Time, Less Scenery

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Connecticut Commuter Line Opens

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VIA Rail Improves Canadian Schedule—Sort Of

October 15, 2018 // 0 Comments

Starting next April 29, VIA rail will make two major changes to the Canadian, the line’s four-night land cruise that travels across the country between Toronto and [...]
VIA Rail – Discount Tuesdays

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New Canadian Timetable: More Time, Less Scenery

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Toronto Subway Expansion

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VIA Rail Adds Trips

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