“Life is like a train ride. The passengers on the train are seemingly going to the same destination as you, but based on their belief in you or their belief that the train will get them to their desired destination they will stay on the ride or they will get off somewhere during the trip.”
Take the Train
Take the Train
As many parts of the world still rely on automobiles, creating a mess of our atmosphere (we won't mention any names, but we're sure you can guess, other countries do the exact opposite and look for every opportunity to choose rail. Rail is an excellent solution for the environment, especially when compared to road…
All aboard the Not Creepy, just "previously enjoyed BGVoz Suburban Train System. At least It has one and it works! Did you know that Malta, San Marino and Iceland don't have rail at all. Take that! For a rail fan, Belgrade's rail service is interesting because it represents a fascinating mix of…
. . . and it has a lot for you to see and do. Those in the historical know will have some background or history with Chile. A genuinely fascinating and unforgettable place, and one that sometimes hides shyly in the travel shadows. Given how travel is nowadays, with the hoards of "influencers"…
For those of us who follow this and actually care about the planet and what we leave our families and children, based on current research, development, and industry goals, we are on a path toward having aircraft that don't destroy the atmosphere, but it will be a gradual process rather than a sudden switch. …
Another rail post, but of a different timbre this time: these posts seem to be coming fast and furious now that the planet is making it quite clear that we dim humans are missing the plot. Recent climate data shows that global warming is accelerating at an unprecedented rate, with human activities identified as…
Sit down, calm down and watch this super explainer that, after a few review of the video, will help you be in a much better place, instead of the place where you though you were expecting to be when it comes to Japanese rail. Luckily, we have an expert who will make the magic…
“The best way to have a good idea is to have a lot of ideas.” In winding my way through the process of writing content for our site, it usually appears either in an almost dreamy, fully-formed shape, or it's something that I find myself scratching my head for hours just to try…
We're back on our never-ending sojourn about why leaving the car behind is such a good idea. There are numerous statistics from government and research bodies that show why trains and buses are often a much better choice than driving a car, particularly in terms of safety, environmental impact, and cost. Here are a…
We can't help it. If it's rail, we're there. Those of you who have stuck with us over the years know what we're talking about: rail travel. Do a search and you'll find dozens of posts here about this most intelligent mode of travel. A few years back, we featured…
Today we offer a post on Asia, again (this case Japan) where nearly everything is possible and they make sure to make it so. We recently posted a hotel in Japan that is 7.0$ per night. We thought it was a joke, but it certainly wasn't (read more here ) We suppose every country…
Regular readers will know that rail is big on our agenda. And more and more countries are getting the message. Europe has always chosen rail first before other modes, and it's served the country well. But other countries - especially Asia - have been on the ball for years, as well. …
Hello there. Hope your day has gone well. Let's get into the subject, then. We at Matouring are always banging on and on about using rail. In a way, it's kind of gilding the lily. Most countries on the planet use rail every single day of every single year: it's just…
If that title sounds like some kind of futuristic army of robots, you can relax. Once you know the intent, you'll get the message right away, and you'll want to know more. In essence, its message is Where can you travel by train in Europe? Its interactive map shows you how far…
Another day, another chance to be zealots and convey the miracle that is rail. We have enough rail content on our site to keep you busy until the cows come home. We often feature the USA's Amtrak, because it often needs a little love. The US government doesn't really give it…
Is it a rail station? Or is it a portal? Why don't they get in the queue like the rest of us? Oh yes, we forgot: freedom. The presence of a U.S. Navy entrance at a Tokyo station, specifically referring to Yokosuka, is a result of the post-World War II security alliance between the…
Take it easy. Read a book. Dream. Take the train.
Look back while you still can. Time waits for no-one.
How many trains run through sand? Not many.
“Paris is a moveable feast.” Get going!