From luxe sleeper trains to short sightseeing rides, some of the world's best ocean views are through a train window.

Dramatic coastal scenery and train rides make a winning combination. Our rail expert picks journeys over and along the sea ...

A first trip to Italy can look simple while the map is open. Rome, Florence, Venice, the Amalfi Coast, Cinque Terre, Tuscany, Milan, Naples, Sicily, and the lakes all seem close enough to combine ...

Some countries are easier to explore when the train does the heavy lifting. A rental car can sound flexible until travelers start dealing with city traffic, parking rules, tolls, fuel costs, mountain ...