If you know us here at Matouring, you'll know that rail does not fail. But, there are those times where a car is just the ticket. So if wheels are in your future, why not be smart and make it as easy (and sensible) as it can be? The Lonely Planet (world's leading…
If we were going to have kids all over again (we love ours - make no mistake) we would want to be the beaming parents of YouTube's Tanner. If you haven't watched him, you might want to make a move. He is Japanese via Hawaii, but likes to get around pretty much all of Asia.…
If you've not been to London before, consider this as a primer or refresher. There are far too many ways to distract yourself in The Smoke. We've been there (we lived there) and London reinvents itself every few months. That's great for some travelers, but you might feel overwhelmed at times. …
What next, we have to ask? With any luck this post will be a long forgotten one, and so will he. Again, we are not of the types to get into politics, but the current situation in North America with the so-called stable genius is unilaterally creating problems left, right and centre. We…
We're big fans of Japan, its people and its way of being and acting. We've been, and what the country has to offer calls us again and again. As travelers, we're looking forward to our next glorious time that we meet. In this video, courtesy of The BBC, Both Japan and train…
Oh, Wendy, where have you been? When it comes to travel, it's either the best of times, or the worst of times. Fads come and go. So do travel sellers. There are enough of them to keep you busy for decades to come. But the main focus should be on…
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…
Your editor and his better half love life, and we love (most) people. It's what makes the world go round. And do you know what else makes the world go round? It's transport. Planes, cars, ships, balloons and more. Our preferred way to get around is by train. Hop…
Welcome to another rail post. We can't help ourselves when it comes to doing our part for the environment. And this post also highlights how things can turn around for the better with a little bit of love and even more determination. Once again, we highlight the USA's AMTRAK rail. For those…
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…
Japanese Rail buffs and lovers high-speed luxury, we have your latest obsession for you. Imagine howling along at 285 km/h and 320 km/h (177 to 200 mph whilst sipping your tea and munching your soba. inside your own private Shinkansen.
The Hikari Rail Star is a regular express bullet train on the Sanyo Shinkansen…
For those who live in or visit Britain, the title of this post should be familiar. Every country has its stalwarts. Whether if its Amtrak or a Shinkansen, rail is the way. Similarly, though, rail is not always the way: rail may not even be available. So, when that happens, out come the sturdy buses…
All over our planet, there are staunch, hardy and never-say-die humans - regular people like you or me - who actually know what is going on with Mother Earth. They push to the front of the queue when on television and news. They're loud and proud when they march in protest about how…
Once it's gone, it's gone. Or is it? Never say die, as the Brits say. (I should know: I am one.) But, enough is enough. No pussyfooting around this time. The Palace of Westminster is in dire straits. Surely everyone who has ever passed over Westminster Bridge in London knows…
Want to get your motor running? Want to head out on the highway? Spain is the place. Some superb areas in Spain for a quiet road trip include Extremadura (historic towns and castles), Teruel and the Aragonese interior (rugged mountains and empty roads), Almería and the Alpujarras (deserts and remote mountain villages), and Interior…
Back in the days of no internet, limited travel options and limited cash for some, if there was ever a place that lured travelers of yore because they could at the time, Hawaii was it. It was a place of dreams and, for some, reality. Over the decades, other usurpers have shown up…
I am British, but have lived in a number of places over the years. I've visited even more, just like you, I reckon. In the 1960's and 1970's, Britain was on the top of many things. Tech was one, and a highlight of Britain's prowess were the hover crafts that powered the…
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…
As you'll know, we're all about travel here at Matouring. One of our fave activities is rail. It's the best and most sensible way of girdling the globe, no matter where you are. 15 to 20 countries with top-tier, highly reliable rail and high-speed networks. Leading nations with world-renowned systems include Japan,…
As the world numbers of humans continues to climb, space and patience goes with it. Of course, it's fantastic that our planet is open to one and all, but we all must be mindful of where we are and how we treat Mother Nature. One win-win solution is to plant yourself - even…