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]]>Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, Ohio
Just outside of Cleveland in Ohio’s Cuyahoga Valley National Park, this historic railroad offers passengers a front row seat to an impressive display of hickories and oaks. Come fall, the trees burst into a tapestry of rich autumnal colors, typically peaking toward the end of October. The line even has special dome cars with floor-to-ceiling windows for optimal foliage gazing.
Mount Washington Cog Railway
Renowned as the world’s first mountain-climbing cog railway, this line provides passengers with a unique perspective as it ascends to the summit of Mount Washington in New Hampshire. Views from the railway are spectacular year-round, but are even more beautiful when the leaves start to change.
Georgetown Loop Railroad
West of the Mississippi, the historic Georgetown Loop Railroad winds between former mining towns Georgetown and Silver Plume at heights of up to 600 feet. While perhaps not for the faint of heart, the journey does offer some truly incredible foliage views for those who don’t mind venturing to such altitudes. The line even hosts fall-themed events throughout the season such as a Fall Colors Train and a Pumpkinfest ride!
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One of the most expensive parts of traveling is booking overnight accommodations. Traveling throughout the night saves you money because you don’t need to book sleeping arrangements. for the night. You simply sleep on the train!
Save Time
Who wants to waste time during their waking hours on transportation, when you could be using that valuable time to explore your dream destinations? Traveling at night allows you to multitask. You’re sleeping and moving at the same time, so when you wake up all you have to do is start exploring!
Save the Planet
It’s no secret that traveling by plane leaves a huge carbon footprint, so if there is an opportunity to travel via train, you should take it! Using these alternatives to planes when possible makes a huge difference in carbon emissions, and we should all attempt to take them whenever possible.
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These cities are fun, vibrant, and offer plenty to do. They are also fantastic places to launch off into the rest of Spain and Portugal via rail. If you begin in Barcelona, you can work your way along the southern coast and take in cities including Valencia, Murcia, Malaga, and Seville. Don’t forget to stop off at the smaller towns, to enjoy the azure blue coastline and relaxed way of life. Starting in Madrid, head west towards Portugal via the stunning city of Salamanca, home to beautiful architecture and world-class art.
(@gusglobalpartners)Explore Lisbon and Porto
Portugal’s capital Lisbon, and its second city Porto, provide visitors with delectable food, stunning city streets, and views of the sea as both are coastal cities. There is a direct train linking the two, which also provides travelers with fantastic views of the Iberian coast. Don’t neglect the smaller towns en route, the city of Aveiro is nestled between Lisbon and Porto. It is built alongside a lagoon, and tourists can take boat rides along its colorful canals.
Explore Nature
It is easy to explore all the best nature that Spain and Portugal have to offer via train. In Portugal’s Algarve, the Ria Formosa circuit offers views of the estuary on one side and the sea on the other. It is an important area for sea birds.
In Spain, taking a train to the pilgrimage site Santiago de Compostela, in the north of the country, will provide you with stunning views of the Atlantic coastline and Picos mountains. The hiking in this region is incredible, and due to the number of pilgrims walking through to reach Santiago de Compostela, facilities and resources for hikers are readily available.
As you can see, traveling around Spain and Portugal via train doesn’t limit you in any way. In fact, you could argue that it provides you with a more immersive experience, as you can leave the sat nav at home and truly take in the views that roll by the train window.
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]]>If you’ve got the time, traveling by train is also a great way to save money without sacrificing much comfort. Here are a few European train journeys we especially recommend.
Glacier Express
The Glacier Express links two of Switzerland’s most popular ski spots and takes passengers through a winding route of snow-covered peaks, valleys, and wild alpine forests. Reserve a window seat, order a glass of Valais wine and enjoy watching the country’s natural beauty go by.
Venice Simplon Orient Express
Go back in time and travel through Europe in style aboard the recently resurrected Orient Express. Journeys are available between major cities all over the continent, so exactly what sites and sounds you can expect will vary depending on which route you choose.
West Highland Line
A journey through Scotland on the West Highland Line is what we’d imagine being inside a postcard would feel like. Expect beautiful views of the Highlands, lochs, and moors along a historic train route peppered with the ruins of historic castles.
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]]>Antwerpen-Centraal Station, Belgium
Referred to by locals as the “Railway Cathedral,” this train station in Antwerp, Belgium is a marvel of early 20th-century architecture. It features a grand dome, marble floors, and intricate details that, together, make it one of the most beautiful train stations in the world. In addition to its historical features, the station has also been updated with modern amenities, including high-speed trains and a shopping mall.
Kanazawa Station, Japan
Tradition meets function at the Kanazawa Train Station in Ishikawa, Japan. The station itself is covered by an ultra-modern glass dome ceiling, while the entrance features a wooden gate modeled after a type of Japanese hand drum called a Tsuzumi. It’s a must-visit for architecture enthusiasts, and a great starting point for exploring the city of Kanazawa.
Estacion de Madrid Atocha, Spain
Atocha may be the only station in the world that features a full-on botanical garden in its terminal. With over 7,000 plants and a small fish and turtle pond, the garden acts as a tiny oasis in the middle of an otherwise busy and bustling city. Visitors are free to relax by the garden as they wait for their trains, or enjoy any of the station’s cafes and restaurants nearby.
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One of the biggest issues with car, bus, and plane rides—especially when you’re flying with a low-budget airline—is the lack of legroom. You won’t have to deal with this problem when taking a train ride because you’ll have much more space at your disposal to stretch out and get cozy.
Relaxing Vibe
There’s something romantic about the idea of taking a train ride and that’s not a coincidence. From reading a book or watching a movie, to just sitting back and enjoying the amazing scenery, trains allow you to relax in a way no other means of transportation does.
No Nausea
Another great thing about traveling by train is that it’s less nausea-inducing than any other means of transpiration. One of the great things about it is that you won’t have to deal with constant speed changes and busy roads, so it’s easier to sit back, relax, and just enjoy the ride.
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]]>Productivity
Trains are great for getting things done, plain and simple. If you take the train every day, use that time wisely. Don’t harp on the fact that you have to wait 45 minutes till you reach your destination. Be grateful that you have all that time to get things done uninterrupted. From listening to that important podcast to writing that novel you’ve been dreaming about, this is your opportunity to make it happen.
Reflection
With all of the things we have going on in life, it can be hard to find time to just meditate with our thoughts and just reflect. In fact, sometimes we have so much going on that we forget that we even want (or need) to do something as basic as sitting in silence. But trains offer this luxury.
Sleep
Expanding on the reflection aspect, sometimes we just need to catch up on some heavily-desired sleep. The train can be a great place to grab a few winks before we start our busy day.
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]]>Comfort
Trains are pretty much the most comfortable way to travel. Less crowded than buses and airplanes, the seats on trains tend to be pretty spacious, even allowing you to comfortably sleep.
Speed
Although they are slower than airplanes, trains are generally one of the fastest ways to travel. They are certainly faster than buses, and if you’re lucky enough to be in a location with a high-speed train, they can be faster than renting and driving a car on your own too.
Soaking in the Travel Feeling
Even with all of the conveniences aside, train travel is our favorite for one main reason: because it really allows you to soak in and enjoy that feeling of traveling. On trains, you can people-watch at station after station, making up stories in your head for who is greeting whom and why they are in said location. You can spend your time daydreaming about your next location or journaling about your previous one. And watching the countryside pass by through the windows, you can even get glimpses of the country you’re in that you wouldn’t otherwise.
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Europe has an excellent train network. Tracks run from all major cities across national borders and you can buy a ticket for a single trip, or invest in an interrail ticket. This allows you to use any train in the European Union for about a month for only a couple of hundred euros.
Blabla Car
Blabla car is an app that you can use to find motorists who are driving to your desired destination. You find them on the app and they give you a lift to where you’re going, often for only about 20 euros. This is a popular mode of transport across Europe, especially in France, Germany, and Spain.
Rent a Car
If you have a driving license, you can also rent a car. This gives you the freedom to go wherever you want and only costs about 100 euros a day, depending on the outlet.
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]]>Shanghai Maglev in China
Shanghai Maglev is officially the fastest train in the world. It can achieve the speed of 267 mph and take you from Pudong International Airport to connecting metro stations in only 7 minutes—but it doesn’t go to the city center.
China is home to the fastest train in the world? The Shanghai Maglev has a maximum operating speed of 430km per hour. Now that's fast! 
#funfactfriday #ShanghaiMaglev #fasttrains #discoveripswich #ipswichqld #railmuseum #theworkshopsrailmuseumShinkansen Bullet in Japan
The Shinkansen Bullet allows you to travel from Tokyo to Osaka in around two-and-a-half hours while reaching incredible speeds of 225 mph. This puts it on the list of the fastest trains in the world and makes it the fastest train in Japan.
0系 100系 300系 謎のやつ 顔は300系が好き。100系の個室も好き。 #shinkansen #shinkansenbullettrainFrecciarossa in Italy
If you’ve been wondering which train is the fastest one in Europe, it’s the Italian Freciarossa. Its name means “red arrow,” and it can reach 220 mph easily between cities like Turin, Milan, Rome, Bologna, Naples, and Salerno.
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