Transatlantic Tunnels - possible?

Sunday, June 22nd, 2008 Posted in Railways | No Comments »

Imagine boarding a train in London and riding it all the way to New York! This theoretical rail route would involve a magnetically levitated train travelling from 300 to 5,000 mph (500 to 8,000 km/h) in an airless tunnel floating above ...

Railway Carriages as Holiday Homes

Monday, May 26th, 2008 Posted in Accommodation | No Comments »

If you are a railway buff or are seeking unusual accommodation for your next holiday then why not consider renting an old railway carriage or perhaps a disused station or waiting room? The idea is not new, as The Times newspaper ...