Share The Article Last Updated 12 mins ago The Maya Train is the greatest infrastructure project to have been launched in Mexico in years. Traveling on a loop around the Yucatan Peninsula and as far southwest as Palenque, it has greatly improved connectivity between some of the country’s top tourist sites since its launch last […]
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Jan
Jan
Share The Article Last Updated 12 seconds ago Last year, the Maya Train marked the triumphant return of the passenger railway in the Yucatan Peninsula after almost a century of defunding and lack of investment. It now connects all of the top tourist attractions around the Yucatán Peninsula, including Cancun, Tulum, and Chichén Itzá. The […]
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Dec
Dec
Share The Article Last Updated 41 seconds ago Perhaps the most unlikely travel trend to have resurged in 2023, train travel is back in full force, with numerous countries across the globe either reinstating previously defunded routes, or even launching brand new ones – scenic rides across the Mayan Riviera, anyone? Much of the action […]
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Dec
Dec
Share The Article Last Updated 33 seconds ago After decades of defunding and even the closure of some railway lines, trains are making an unexpected comeback in 2023, including in Latin America, a subcontinent where reviving this mode of transportation was considered a lost cause. Other than being incredibly romantic, as it is evocative of […]
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Nov
Nov
Share The Article Last Updated 7 mins ago In case you weren’t aware of this already, a new scenic train will be launching from Cancun in time for winter, linking the bustling Caribbean city to other tourist hotspots in the wider Yucatan Peninsula that were previously inaccessible by public transport. Other than enjoying easier connections […]
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Oct
Oct
Share The Article Last Updated 1 second ago Now that America has entered the fall season, it’s time to start thinking about cold-weather travel. While there is no shortage of places across the country to visit for a fall getaway, choosing where to visit in the winter takes a bit more planning. One way to […]
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Oct
Oct
Share The Article Last Updated 2 seconds ago Train travel in Europe is becoming an incredibly popular trend. Not only is it more environmentally friendly, it is also a great way to see fantastic views that you might otherwise miss. In May of this year The European Sleeper launched a new night train. This […]
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3 Exciting Destinations Travelers Will Be Able To Visit From Cancun On The New Maya Train
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Oct
Oct
Share The Article Last Updated 42 seconds ago Cancun is already the number one destination for Americans going abroad this year, but it is set to become even more popular in winter when the long-anticipated Maya Train launches. A scenic train going on a loop around the Yucatan Peninsula, linking all of the top attractions […]
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Aug
Aug
Share The Article Last Updated 4 mins ago With the close of summer, it means that fall is starting to make its way into the minds of most of us. To many people across the U.S., fall means cozy nights watching football, apple cider, warm sweaters, and, of course, the fall foliage craze that begins […]
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Jun
Jun
Share The Article Last Updated 1 second ago This summer is going to be a huge year for travel in Europe and for train travel as well. With an increased focus on shifting towards rail travel, some countries are offering enticing incentives for tourists to come and visit and explore their county by rail. With […]