Have you ever packed workout clothes for a vacation, only to realize that you never actually wore them when you returned home? It seems that the location of your trip might play a role. According to data from exercise apps, which track users’ physical locations and search history, travelers tend to be more active in …
Passenger rail in the United States has long been dominated by Amtrak, which often suffers from high ticket prices and delays. However, one innovative Florida-based company is striving to change the game. Brightline, owned by Fortress Investment Group, believes that privatized passenger rail could offer a superior alternative. In 2018, Brightline successfully launched the first …
In the past, the United States held a leading position in passenger rail; however, it has fallen behind other industrialized nations in terms of rail funding and ridership. Fortunately, there has been an increase in investment, indicating a positive shift. According to McKinsey & Co., there is projected growth of 4.7% per year between 2021 …
Belmond, the luxury travel company, has announced that the Eastern & Oriental Express will resume its services in February 2024. This iconic passenger train, known for its luxurious rail rides in Asia, first started operating in 1993, connecting Bangkok and Singapore. However, due to the pandemic, it ceased operations in 2020. The revived Eastern & …
I find myself in one of the most expensive hotel rooms in the world, but not just any room – this is the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express’ Grand Suite, and it costs a whopping $25,850 for a one-night trip from Venice to London. The manager, Matthieu Ollier, claims that this equates to $2,000 per meter and that …