Train adventure

Train travel is a great way to see and explore North America. Leisurely train trips allow you to relax from the hustle of driving long hours on the highway.

Spring is here and it's time to start thinking about vacations! If you're tired of traveling by car or taking a plane to reach your destination, try traveling by train. You don't have to worry about driving for hours or getting lost, you can just sit back and enjoy the ride. Today's trains are equipped with everything to make your adventure comfortable: cushy seats, dining cars, sleeping cars, and even wifi. If you've never traveled by train before, here are 12 tips for getting the best…

We have now officially traveled by plane, train, and automobile! Experiencing a train ride was always a travel goal must for Kelsey so when tickets went on sale for a west coast train adventure we

British photographer Anne Hollowday documents a cross-country train trip with 35mm film and an artful eye

Planning on riding the rails for a short or long Amtrak train trip? Maybe you are traveling across the state or country and are wondering what items you might want to pack for the journey. Here are my trips and tricks for what to pack for an Amtrak train ride.

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Jamie Moore was the seatbelt-less '70s kid whose wanderlust began while fighting with siblings in the back of a roadtripping van. Now, as a travel writer, she covers family fun, budget getaways, outdoor adventure, Vancouver Island, and more, usually with her own kids in tow. She is the author of the Vancouver Island Exploration Guide iPhone app (2010) and various Vancouver Island tourism guides. Moore is also a regular SmarterTravel contributor. Her articles have appeared in USA Today…

Taking the VIA rail train across Canada is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Find out everything you need to know about traveling Canada by train.