One thing is sure in this world: most of the world loves rail. Whether its hopping on a local train, or breathing in the wonders of a new kind of historical example in a completely different spot in the world with new kinds of joys, rail is The Thing. Not a fan? you…
Take the Train
Take the Train
Hello again, back with some more enticing and unique enjoyment for you. As is our wont, this edition is all about European night trains. They're fast, they're modern and they make sense in so many ways. European night trains are experiencing a massive renaissance across the continent, driven by operators like Austria's ÖBB…
Rail is the place to be. Most every country in the world uses rail as a De facto way of getting around. We here at Matouring extoll the virtues of rail over and over again until we're blue in the face. That's why we promote rail so much. But one country…
We will state right here, right now, that there is only one great rock band. And that band can only be The Beatles. They turned pop music upside down, and left the other bands sitting in the dust. The older you get, the more you know that I'm right. Your editor's…
Hardly! Luyuanping (鹿院坪) is a breathtaking, highly secluded canyon village in Enshi, Hubei Province, China. It is famously isolated and completely inaccessible by standard roads or railways, requiring visitors to hike or take a cable car to reach the village floor. We love YouTube's Yan, from Little Chinese Everywhere. If China has been…
"The English mist is always at work like a subtle painter, and London is a vast canvas prepared for the mist to work on." Your editor lived in the UK for decades. I was born to British parents. Brothers and sisters, the same. It's not perfect, but that doesn't stop the tourists.…
Why can't they be both? Well, they can! Click here Highlands, islands, wild tides and good times in the Maritimes Experience the charms of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island on a 12-day exploration of Canada’s
Maritime provinces. Discover the rocky shores of Peggy’s. Walk the stunning…
Hey, that's Grand Central Station you must be hollering out to your friends and family! But chances are you are preaching to the converted. If you've been to NYC, or even wandered through its history, the cacophony and the sheer volume of humans who pass through each day, it's one of the world's best…
Without gloves, were would you be now? Our affiliate partners, Canadian Train Vacations is not just a train ride. It’s enough that YouTube creators feature it over and over, even from places like Japan. So, this might be your opportunity, too. Better run to pack your bags and take the train for real. As…
Another rail post, I'm afraid, so if trains and other kinds of choo-choos turn you off, then kindly step away from the platform behind the yellow line. This post is kind of a layer cake as it were, as it features a bit of history, a bit of travel and a lot of fun.…
Once again, Matouring leaps forward into the past to bring you stuff that we think you history buffs love. This is all about French trains. Of course we love the TGV and the local trains, but how much attention do the latter receive? If you live nearby or are a short…
. . . we're with you! Rail travelers who are in or pass through North America will certainly know the name Amtrak. It is North America's "everyday" rail service. Over the years, the company has been the brunt of a fair amount of derision. Trains were old, late, poorly maintained and…
Ahoy, friends of Japan and rail! We have something rather funny: not your normal post. But, given that our author today, Tanner, is always off to something new. He's young, funny and always ready for an adventure, just like us. You would expect that a thrusting young adventurer like him…
Creating any company is a herculean effort for anyone, but imagine trying to bring a railroad to life from virtually nothing, or from the tattered remains of previous attempts. Or, the lack of funding, or nascent competition. Some might have the intestinal fortitude for that kind of endeavour, but it's not for everyone.
Here's…
Look! Up in the sky. It's a bird! It's plane. No it's joy Jetson. Unless you've been sleeping under a rock for the past ten to 15 years, you'll know that China has leap-frogged pretty much everyone over pretty much everything. For example, over the past 8–10 years…
. . . . from around the world. 25 of them. And there are surely more. Let's get going! Watch the video below.
The world of transport is filled with systems that defy conventional engineering logic, often born out of geographical necessity or historical quirk. For a "Maturing" traveler looking for experiences that…
You might have seen recent posts, articles and videos about potential dangers with certain kinds of batteries on airliners. New regulations for carrying batteries, particularly lithium-ion, focus on preventing fire risks by mandating that most batteries and power banks be carried in carry-on luggage only. Key rules include strict prohibitions on damaged/recalled batteries, a requirement for…
TU TU: Nizhny Novgorod: Preface: we love everybody unless we're given a reason not to. With that, jump into what could be come your nest new favourite travel location: Russia. What Everyone Criticizes It For. For most of us, Russia is an enigma for much of the world. And, in…
. . . , all night long. Do you want relaxation? Do you want exquisite savoury dinners delivered right in front of your eyes? Do you want to gently drift off to sleep in cozy and lush surroundings and end up at your destination automagically? Do you not have to do…
Year by year, cities and countries get smarter by realizing that rail is the future, not the past. Some wake up sooner than others and taste the benefits. Others take a bit more time to arrive at the table. Europe and Asia, of course, have been on that train for decades. …