France is betting big on the revival of its “train hotels”—picture comfy, modern sleeper trains—for overnight trips. With over a million passengers already hopping aboard in 2024, the French government’s fresh investment in new sleeper cars signals an exciting future for sustainable travel, even if it means swapping speed for the cozy experience of rail journeys.
October 22, 2025Spain’s railway company RENFE plans to launch overnight train routes to 50+ European cities—including Paris, Milan, Berlin, and Lisbon. This forward-looking effort aims to offer travelers a greener, more comfortable alternative to flying, but faces some financial and technical obstacles on the tracks ahead.
August 2, 2025