All modern countries have rail. Some small, some huge For those that do, rail is an absolute mandatory way of getting around. And, of course, Europe is one of the biggest rail hubs on the planet. More than 400,000 passengers pass through Zurich Main Station (Zürich HB) every day. 1Key Facts About…
If you're old enough to remember the day when the Eurostar train took its first blast through the tunnel, you'll recall what a thrill it was. Not only was it groundbreaking, it was ear-breaking, as it whooshed past you as it entered or exited the tunnels. Of course there have been many other trains…
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. …
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
We know that Matouring's audience are curious, adventuresome and always on the lookout for something new. We're that way too. Every morning, we discuss what we should feature on the site: there is no shortage, that's for sure. But this post, courtesy of Germany's always smart and informative excellent DW, we…
Sometimes, you need to get over yourself in order to get over yourself. Everyone is watching. We have the perfect example. Netflix have recently dropped a rather hilarious tale of the toll that vanity takes. And in this case, what starts as a catastrophe, becomes an epiphany. Walk the Camino…
Init, though? No matter where you're from, you will always leave a little bit of you when you go. It could be the weather. It could be the food. It could be the people. No matter, they matter to you. We brits are no different. The only difference…
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.…