Behind the Scenes in Salzburgerland
Aimed at the rail connoisseur, this ten-day holiday has the beautiful city of Salzburg as its base. Explore its castles, palaces and UNESCO-listed old town and enjoy daily escorted excursions…
Eurostar Upgrade Your Way to Bruges
Kirker offers three nights for the price of two at the 18th century The Pand, close to the Market Square in Bruges, Belgium. The price is from £569 pp (two sharing), including…
Behind the Steam Scenes in North Wales
For railway connoisseurs, there can be few experiences more alluring than the chance to enjoy sights not normally seen by the average passenger. This two-week, ‘access…
McKinlay Kidd Launches 5 Small Group Rail Tours
From ancient civilisations in Orkney to a steam train trip on the Jacobite, and from lavish castles to historic whisky distilleries, McKinlay Kidd’s new itineraries promise…
Celebrate Scottish Railways on Burns Night
Great Rail Journeys, the UK’s leading escorted group rail tour operator, has released their top five Scottish tours in celebration of Burns Night. Burns Night, or Burns Supper, is held…
10 Healthy Holidays by Train in 2019
There is something in our DNA about feeling a need to rehydrate, rejuvenate and restore not only after an indulgent Christmas but also the dark days of winter. What better…
A Great Alaskan Railroad Journey
Inspired by Michael Portillo’s latest BBC Two travelogue to explore the USA’s ‘Last Frontier’ by train for yourself? Rail holiday specialist Ffestiniog Travel has created a tailor-made tour that follows…
Ride on the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway 2019
It’s not just railway aficionados who can ride on the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, a heritage narrow gauge steam railway located in the western Lake District, as it is perfect for small and larger groups…
Restored Carriage Gets to Work on Watercress Line
The Watercress Line is to receive two traditional wooden-framed carriages that are currently being restored to their former glory. They are expected to be in operation on the steam…
Reinventing the Blue Train, South Africa
Recently voted Africa’s Leading Luxury Train at the 2019 World Travel Awards, South Africa’s iconic Blue Train is reinventing itself too. Not only has its second train set been given a makeover and extension…
Fly Direct to Charleston with BA
Charleston, South Carolina – considered one of the USA’s best small cities – is one to watch for in 2019. In April, the genteel seaside city (famed for cobblestone streets, an exciting food scene and yesteryear…
Yosemite Park and Beyond : Tuolumne County
On a trip to Yosemite Park and Tuolumne County, Mark Bibby Jackson glories in the vast open spaces, incredibly friendliness and wonderful nature, as he discovers another side to California….
