Rail Travel News
Forest train blazes new trail for tourism in northeast China
A newly-launched tourist train offers travelers to northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province a new experience in enjoying the scenery of its signature emerald forests.
Kids Ride Free with Amtrak’s Summer Travel Flash Sale
Amtrak is offering free companion fares for all kids, ages 2 to 12, traveling with at least one adult. Available for sale June 15 through 20, tickets are valid for travel between June 30 – September 30 (Monday through Thursday departures).
BELMOND APPOINTS NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Dan Ruff, the Company’s Chief Operating Officer, to become Chief Executive Officer from 1st July 2023
Amtrak Promotes Mother’s Day Flash Sale
Bring along a loved one this summer with Buy One, Bring One 50% off fares
IT HAS NEVER BEEN EASIER AND QUICKER TO REACH LONDON FROM LUTON AIRPORT
The fully electric Luton Airport Express offers sustainable travel between central London and London Luton Airport
New rail service between Belgium and France
Belgium’s Lineas and DFDS are joining forces to transport containers and trailers from the port of Gothenburg via Ghent at North Sea Port on rail to Lyon - and vice versa. It will create a connection between Sweden, Belgium, and France.
Amtrak Introduces Ultra-Low ‘Night Owl Fares’
Special “Night Owl Fares” as low as $5 - $20 are now available on select Amtrak Northeast Corridor (NEC) routes. This is a great option for travelers returning from concerts, plays, sporting events or those who prefer later or earlier departures.
KLM Expands Air/Rail Product with Additional Seats on Thalys Trains
KLM has purchased additional seats on four Thalys trains for transfer passengers travelling between Amsterdam and Brussels this summer. The extra seats form part of KLM’s efforts to scale down its four daily flights still operated between Amsterdam and Brussels. The extended air/rail product will be available from 26 March.
Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Announces Four New Winter Journeys to French Alps
The original icon of the rails, Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, A Belmond Train, Europe, unveils four new winter journeys between Paris and the French Alps. Launching in December 2023, the blue-and-gold carriages will glide through some of France’s most untouched countryside and up to the alpine train stations of Albertville, Moûtiers and Bourg-Saint-Maurice.
Amtrak Starts the Process for New Overnight Trains
A new era at Amtrak accelerates this year, with as many as ten manufacturers submitting their ideas on replacement railcars for world-famous routes such as the Auto Train, California Zephyr, Coast Starlight, Crescent, Empire Builder and Southwest Chief. This marks the first formal step to completely reequip the Amtrak Long Distance Network that provides vital service on 14 overnight routes from coast to coast.
The Walt Disney World Railroad Returns
Folks, the renowned Walt Disney World Railroad has officially returned, and John and his team would love to welcome you aboard!
Traveling Across Spain Will Be Easier Than Ever With The New High-Speed Trains
Train travel is gaining more and more popularity in Europe, especially in Spain, where train connections are convenient and modern and keep expanding