Luxury rail journeys have made a major comeback in recent years. Trains inspired by the original Orient Express promise velvet seats, elegant dining cars, and sweeping scenery outside the window.

The gorge itself is a masterpiece of geological drama, with rock walls soaring hundreds of feet above the tracks and the ...

These NC mountain towns have crisp air, stunning views and exactly the kind of irresistible charm that makes people cancel ...

One critical piece of the puzzle is freight operator Norfolk Southern, which owns much of the Salisbury-to-Asheville corridor. Rapp says the company estimates it will spend $40 million to $50 million ...

The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in Bryson City offers exactly that kind of magic, whisking you through some of the most ...

Escape busy city life and explore charming mountain towns in North Carolina filled with scenic views, cozy streets, local ...

Explore secret North Carolina day trips filled with small-town charm, scenic beauty, and welcoming stops that instantly make visitors feel at home.

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad closed at Magic Kingdom Park in January 2025. The “Wildest Ride in the Wilderness” has been unavailable for over a year as Walt Disney Imagineers replaced the entire ...

An amended Notice of Commencement has been filed for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad's refurbishment at Magic Kingdom, extending the construction permit through August 31, 2026. The original permit was ...

Great Smoky Mountains National Park conducts 100 to 150 search and rescue missions annually. Wandering off the trail is the most common reason hikers get lost, according to a study. If lost, survival ...

Travel from Lake Brienz to the Brienzer Rothorn aboard one of Switzerland’s oldest mountain railways. The Brienz Rothorn Bahn is unique for its complete steam train operation, offering a classic ...