Calico Ghost Town, about 15 minutes from Barstow, offers a well-preserved glimpse into California’s silver mining past that makes for an excellent Father’s Day excursion. Once a booming mining town in ...

Once home to the world’s greatest passenger rail network, the U.S. dismantled its railways in favor of cars and highways. 🚗 ...

A solo traveler has taken full advantage of Amtrak's $499 USA Rail Pass. The traveler booked 10 train segments over 30 days, meaning each rail trip cost an average of just $50. Connecting with other ...

If you were born in the last 30 years, there’s a good chance you’ve never actually had to rely on a paper map. You might have ...

Here we profile 12 of the most famous railroad tycoons in the 1800s and early 1900s who helped shape the modern industry in ...

Ever wondered why so many train stations are called ‘Union Station’? This video explores the best, worst, and most unusual Union Stations across North America, from beautiful historical buildings to ...

Upgrading the Northeast Corridor, the train tracks that run from Boston to Washington by way of New York, Philadelphia, and ...