The trains are destinations in themselves, offering a mix of spectacular sightseeing, onboard dining and glorious open-air observation cars. By Michael Harmon In the 19th and 20th centuries, railroads ...

Roll along the Spanish countryside, cross wild gorges in Switzerland, and glide through Scottish highlands.

With popular national parks still searching for the answers to congestion, train travel is a practical solution—and a unique adventure. A passenger train rolls through the unforgiving desert landscape ...

There’s something truly magical about planning an entire trip hundreds and even thousands of miles solely by train. You don’t need to worry about filling up your tank, renting a car, or going through ...

Travel author Everett Potter offers his recommendations for the most charming train rides in the country, with alpine views you won’t find anywhere else. In Switzerland, the Gornergrat train ascends 4 ...