Railbookers has announced the return of its "Around the World by Luxury Train" itinerary for 2025, offering an extraordinary 59-day journey across 12 countries. The reduced-length trip, which departs on September 3, follows the success of its 2024 debut, which spanned 80 days and traversed four continents, visiting over 20 cities in 13 countries.

Brightline West has officially launched construction on a high-speed rail line that will connect Las Vegas and Southern California, with an anticipated completion date in 2028. This significant milestone was marked by a groundbreaking ceremony at the future Brightline West train station in Las Vegas, attended by Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Brightline West executives, and local government officials.

InsideJapan has unveiled a new self-guided travel package, the "Hidden Zen" itinerary, which offers an exclusive 14-night journey through some of Japan's most secluded and culturally rich areas. The tour utilizes the newly opened Hokuriku bullet train route, connecting Kanazawa and Tsuruga, to introduce travelers to the western coast's lesser-known locales.

The legendary Orient Express is gearing up to enchant travel enthusiasts with its new "La Dolce Vita" train service, commencing in spring 2025. Offering a throwback to Italy's glamorous La Dolce Vita era of the 1960s and 70s, the service will open bookings in April for its first season.

Amtrak is providing travelers with an affordable alternative to East Coast road trips by offering tickets for its auto train at a starting price of just $39 per person. This special promotion is available for bookings made until August 18 and is applicable for northbound journeys from August 21 through December 20.