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6 luxurious trains that’ll spoil you

By Nehad Zein on Feb 06, 2018 in Asia, Austria, Featured, France, India, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Rail Travel, Singapore, Speciality Travel, Thailand, United Kingdom, Western Europe, Worldwide

Trains are one of the oldest means of long-distance travel. They do a good job of providing an uncluttered, simple and straightforward travel experience where the problems are few and the advantages many. However, for those of us who’d like a touch of sophistication added to this seemingly simple mode of transport, what are the […]

Scenic train journeys in the Lake District

By Paul Liddell on Jan 16, 2018 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Rail Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

There are several scenic train journeys that take you an alternative tour of the Lake District. Pass through England’s highest mountain range and some of the oldest landscapes in Britain aboard a miniature narrow-gauge Steam Train. Wind your way between Ye Olde hamlets, where white-washed cottages with pretty gardens are clustered around merry traditional pubs. […]

Asia’s 10 most beautiful train journeys

By Sam Clark on Oct 28, 2017 in Asia, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, Myanmar, Rail Travel, Regions, Singapore, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam

An atmospheric train ride is second to none. The perfect way to get to know a country’s landscapes and customs, train trips transform perfunctory journey time into an experience in itself. There are myriad fantastic routes across Asia to choose from, ranging from the more upscale first-class carriages to those which are more basic, but […]

10 of the best accommodation views along the Garden Route

By Colin Dilland on Sep 18, 2017 in Accommodation, Africa, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Rail Travel, Regions, South Africa, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

South Africa is undeniably one of the most beautiful countries on earth, largely owing to its diverse landscapes. And there is no better place that brings together the country’s landscapes than the Garden Route. Officially stretching from Mossel Bay to Tsitsikamma, the route also features many other destinations on both of its ends, making it […]

5 must dos on the Napa Valley wine train

By Amanda O'Brien on Jul 16, 2017 in California, Food and Drink, North America, Rail Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

I was absolutely delighted when I heard that the Napa Valley had its very own wine train and that it utilized classic Pullman carriages! What a fabulous way to spend a day in the stunning Napa Valley! The wine train offers a range of different journeys from evening to day, themed to unthemed, with and […]

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

5 of the most memorable steam train journeys around the world

By Craig Burkinshaw on Jul 14, 2017 in Africa, Asia, Colorado, Europe, India, Japan, North America, Oregon, Rail Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Zambia

The great puffs of steam, the deep chug of the engine and the screech of the whistle as your train pulls out of the station. The romance of a steam train journey never fades, and it’s the same wherever you go. Here we’ve put together some of the most memorable steam train journeys you can […]

Explore Peru’s awesome, majestic landscape in Orient Express style

By Paul Johnson on Jul 03, 2017 in Featured, Leisure Travel, Peru, Rail Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

Now you can explore Peru’s awesome, majestic landscape in Orient Express style. Belmond, the company who created the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express have launched a new legend: the Belmond Andean Explorer. The first luxury sleeper train to travel through a part of South America offers a truly unique way to discover some of Peru’s most notable landmarks. […]

A must for your bucket list: The Glacier Express

By Rebecca Taylor on Jun 16, 2017 in Europe, Rail Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe

Never has the old adage, It’s better to travel, than to arrive, been more apt. As beautiful as the resorts of St Moritz and Zermatt are, the journey that links these two Swiss jewels, The Glacier Express, surely proves beyond doubt that it’s the journey, not the destination. The Glacier Express is an eight hour […]

Is this the most luxurious train journey in the world?

By Paul Johnson on May 11, 2017 in Asia, Featured, Japan, Rail Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel

Could this incredible train journey, which is filled with discoveries and experiences, like you’ve never known before, be the most luxurious train journey in the world? From glass-encased observation cars, you can breathe in the eternal aesthetic beauty of North Eastern Japan’s countryside. If you fancy it, you will need to apply soon, as the […]

5 of the world’s most extravagant luxury vacations

By Paul Johnson on Mar 13, 2017 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Bahamas, Caribbean, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, France, Hotels, Rail Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Western Europe, Worldwide

Are your luxury travel experiences just not luxurious enough? For those where money is absolutely no object, there are some truly exceptional – not to mention eye-wateringly expensive – options to consider. We spoke to our friends at FlightHub.com to find out the most extravagant luxury trips in the world. Here are five of the […]

Top 5 luxury activities to inspire you in Ireland

By Naomi Sheehy on Feb 14, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Health & Safety, Ireland, Rail Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Are you looking for something a little different while in Ireland? We have all enjoyed the obvious luxury getaways. Indulgent buffet breakfasts in a massive 5-star hotel followed by some shopping, cocktails and a fantastic dinner. While this will never get old, our adventurous side needs to be entertained also. Ireland is topping the polls […]

India’s 3 best luxury trains

By Craig Burkinshaw on Jan 11, 2017 in Asia, India, Rail Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel

Journeying through India can be a heady mix of dust, noise and crowds. Step on board a train and you enter a world of attentive service, gilded dining cars and parlour games in the bar. Once only used by maharajas and dignitaries, a selection of trains now run itineraries from three to seven nights to […]

10 fabulous Alpine luxury ski resorts you can visit by train

By Daniel Elkan on Jan 08, 2017 in Austria, Europe, Featured, France, Leisure Travel, Rail Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe

If someone ever invents a teleport machine, it’s going to be an instant hit with skiers. As you might well know, even when you fly, what looks like a short hop on paper can take the best part of a day – once you factor in tedious queuing and airport transfers. It might come as […]

5 travel experiences you didn’t know existed

By Craig Burkinshaw on Dec 08, 2016 in Accommodation, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Attractions, Canada, Food and Drink, Going Out, India, Morocco, North America, Rail Travel, Regions, Road Travel, South America, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Zimbabwe

Much of the joy of travel stems from experiencing something new, stumbling upon the unexpected and seeing a place in a new light. While seeing iconic sites is all part of your journey, the best memories often come from trying things that are out of the ordinary. Here, we’ve listed five experiences that you may […]

Top 5 Sri Lanka experiences with kids

By Harshi Hewage on Nov 30, 2016 in Asia, Family Travel, Leisure Travel, Rail Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is often associated with romantic honeymoons or rugged backpacking adventures, however as it grows in popularity the island nation is increasing in facilities and activities for travelling families. It’s unique landscape, colourful history and cultural charm provides a number of unique experiences the whole family will be recalling for years. Here are my […]

Planes, trains and luxury safari transportation

By Julian Carter-Manning on Nov 14, 2016 in Africa, Air Travel, Botswana, Cruises & Boat Travel, Kenya, Rail Travel, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe

For many people, an African safari brings to mind a series of bumpy drives, racing through the dusty bush in a safari vehicle. While it is true that a large part of many safaris involves game driving, these days there are a number of more comfortable and/or adventurous alternatives for spotting the Big 5 in […]

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