by Elias Siegelman | May 26, 2026
There is a point on any long train journey where the trip stops feeling like transit and starts feeling like a little holiday all on its own. Train rides are special. They are quiet and relaxing while giving people the chance to see some of the most beautiful areas...
by Elias Siegelman | May 22, 2026
Train travel has a special charm. You can leave one city at night, sleep on the way, and wake up somewhere new. Overnight trains can also be a smart travel choice. They can save hotel costs, reduce airport stress, and give you a slower way to enjoy the journey. Some...
by Elias Siegelman | May 21, 2026
Train travel gives people a chance to slow down and enjoy the journey. You can watch mountains, forests, deserts, and cities pass by right outside your window. Every stop brings new food, people, and cultures. Some train rides are so long that they take days to...
by Elias Siegelman | May 12, 2026
Train travel continues to attract Americans looking for slower and more scenic ways to explore the country. Unlike highways and airports, trains allow travelers to relax while enjoying mountains, rivers, forests, and small towns along the journey. Many of America’s...
by Elias Siegelman | May 12, 2026
Many Americans are rediscovering historic train routes that once connected small towns and major cities across the country. These rail journeys offer scenic landscapes, nostalgic charm, and slower travel experiences that feel completely different from modern air...
by Elias Siegelman | May 6, 2026
For travelers looking to experience the beauty of the northern United States without the stress of driving, few journeys compare to the iconic Amtrak Empire Builder. Stretching more than 2,200 miles from Chicago to the Pacific Northwest, this cross-country rail...
by Elias Siegelman | Sep 18, 2025
Traveling by train invites you to slow down and enjoy the ride itself. Unlike planes or highways, trains give you space to breathe, settle in, and let the scenery take center stage. Across the U.S., rail routes wind through snowy peaks, thick forests, wide plains, and...
by Elias Siegelman | Sep 16, 2025
Railroads once carried the nation forward, linking small towns and large cities in ways highways never matched. Remote places rose around depots, alive with smoke, whistles, and the steady beat of engines. When lines shut down or routes shifted, many of these towns...
by Elias Siegelman | Apr 19, 2020
Board the train in Blue Ridge for a scenic excursion through the mountains. Then explore the historic sister cities of McCaysville, Georgia, and Copperhill, Tennessee. I was a guest of Georgia’s Blue Ridge, but all thoughts and opinions are my own. This post may...
