Rail Away — Season 4
Journey across the globe on an extraordinary railway adventure! This series explores the fascinating stories behind striking rail lines around the world, each episode taking you on a captivating voyage through remarkable landscapes and vibrant cultures. Hop aboard as trains become your guides, unveiling unique locations and offering a glimpse into the history, people, and beauty that define these vital transportation arteries.
In Warsaw, on the train route to Auschwitz – the destination of deportation and death during World War II – a significant journey began. This path, central to the history of the Second World War, is examined alongside its historical, cultur…
Prague's beauty lies not only in its celebrated landmarks but also in the hidden corners waiting to be discovered. While the city’s architecture largely reflects periods untouched by communism, a deeper exploration reveals layers of history…
The journey leads us to the heart of former East Germany, a landscape marked by transformation. We explore cities like Dresden, Berlin, and Rostock, witnessing firsthand the profound changes wrought since German reunification. Among the mod…
The journey began in Auckland, a vibrant departure point, continuing with the Geyserland Express into the heart of the island. There, a landscape of steaming hot springs and volcanic peaks unfolded. From Napier, we boarded the Baylander, wi…
The monorail, a fixture during the Olympic Games, offered a swift passage. In Brisbane, journeys were undertaken aboard the Orient Express. Beyond, the sun-kissed shores of Queensland beckoned, promising encounters with the vibrant Great Ba…
A 5,500-kilometer train journey, the Steam Express traverses landscapes of perpetual change, powered by locomotives that are as varied as the scenery itself. Our voyage begins in St. Petersburg, and on the longest day of the year, we cross …
We journey from São Paulo to the Bolivian border, mindful of the hidden wonders along the rails. Our travels take us to Paranaguá, where we board the famed Litorina train. The train, typically used for transporting goods, becomes our vessel…
The province of Nova Scotia unfolds with a rugged coastline and a thousand lakes. In Halifax, the city’s landmarks include a museum dedicated to the Titanic, a poignant reminder of history. From here, journeys extend to Montreal and Toronto…
From Copenhagen to Aalborg, the journey unfolds with a respect for history deeply ingrained in the Danish character. Museums line the route, testaments to a nation's dedication to preserving its past. And Copenhagen itself offers a wealth o…
Nestled in the northwestern state of Washington lies Olympia, a city that beckons with coastal beauty and journeys into the heart of the Pacific Northwest. From here, the impressive coastline unfolds, inviting exploration. Steam trains offe…
A five thousand five hundred kilometer train journey, traversing ever-shifting steam locomotives, is the premise of this odyssey. Beginning in St. Petersburg, the route crosses the Polar Circle on the longest day of the year, ultimately rea…
A journey unfolds, tracing the contours of Russia’s storied past. Like a steam-powered dream, it winds through the “Golden Ring,” revealing villages of exquisite charm and ancient Orthodox churches. The path leads onward to Moscow, and then…
From Covilhã in the Serra da Estrela, a journey south unfolds, winding past ancient villages, alongside the Tagus River, and through cities like Tomar and Santarém, culminating in Lisbon, the capital. Thence, a brief excursion leads to the…
