People who’ve only seen Texas through the lens of classic Westerns will be gobsmacked by how diverse the Lone Star State really is. Whether you’re drawn to charming small towns where the aroma of pit-smoked barbecue infuses your clothes, culturally vibrant cities with deep Hispanic roots, or the unique blend of cowboy tradition and modern …

Despite being able to zoom through the skies at breakneck speed, slow travel is making a comeback. And by ‘slow travel’, of course I mean trains. Taking a page out of Europe’s and Asia’s playbook, the U.S. has been teasing more train routes and bullet trains for years, but even the train routes already in …

CNN just unveiled their take on 2025’s most exciting new train routes across the globe, and we’ve covered Europe’s new additions, like Brussels to Venice on a sleeper train and Paris to Berlin in just 8 hours. When it comes to the U.S., truth be told, there’s a lot of bureaucracy. Sometimes we ‘put the …

Even before we engorge ourselves with a Thanksgiving feast and deal with the annual Black Friday frenzy, many travelers are already dreaming of sunny escapes. Leaves are still falling and menus continue highlighting pumpkin spice concoctions, but winter adventures are right around the corner. Some of us seek sun-kissed shores while others embrace the magic …

There are approximately 45,000 flights zipping through the sky each day, but as advanced as our capabilities are to see the world, sometimes the scenic route is best. That’s what Amtrak is betting on with a new route connecting a pair of America’s most iconic cities. While you could certainly fly to either place in …

It’s time to start making your Fall travel plans. And leaf peeping is a quintessential Fall activity for American travelers.   Luckily it’s also an activity that doesn’t have to break the bank!   Vermont is widely considered to be the best place for leaf peeping in the U.S. And now Amtrak is offering a …

California can be an incredible place to vacation, but it always seems to find itself on the wrong end of the headlines. You know…more taxes, ridiculous gas prices, and let’s not even get started on real estate! Typically, travelers decide between going East or West for their summertime beach fix, unless you plan to put …

Europe’s stunning train routes and Asia’s lightning-quick bullet trains are not the only places to hit the rails. In fact, one could easily argue the U.S. is one of the best destinations to travel by train. Just temper expectations for speed as California hasn’t quite lived up to the hype for the America’s first bullet …

There’s one type of travel in particular that has surged in popularity with Americans this year. Train travel is currently trending among travelers in the United States, with a new ridership record set by Amtrak this year. Many American travelers who have visited Europe have probably noted how easy, extensive, and scenic rail travel can …

In recent years, this slow mode of travel has quickly made a comeback. Of course we’re talking about overnight sleeper trains. In Europe passengers are hopping on board overnight sleeper trains to enjoy a slower and more scenic ride. But in the United States, train lovers and curious travelers may be wondering how they can …

In just a few weeks, one of Amtrak’s most scenic lines will resume after a 3-year hiatus. The route connects two iconic North American cities and winds through some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Northeast. In fact, National Geographic once dubbed the journey one of the 10 most beautiful train trips in the …

For the first time in almost three years, Amtrak has restored its Cascades service from Portland, Oregon to Vancouver, British Columbia. This scenic train route allows travelers to journey through the Pacific Northwest, stopping at 12 stations between Portland and Vancouver, including Seattle, Washington. For nearly three years, this popular Amtrak route was not running …