Tag: trains

How to repurpose oil railway tracks using a German Monocab

The German innovators are hoping to put them to use by creating monorail cabs that can traverse the lines already laid down. This is especially important in the countryside where older people don't drive and small towns are dwindling as people move to the cities for better access to resources. 

All aboard the Techno, folk and sauna trains in the best subway and train experiences in the world

From lectures on trains to tech-savvy public transport hubs, here are creative ways that public transportation is evolving—many with an eco-conscious twist.

Dream of the Desert Train is like a luxury Orient Express

Saudi Arabia is on track for travel options by train with its Dream of the Desert. Saudi Arabia's answer to the Orient Express.

Cairo invests $1 billion USD to upgrade its trains

Cairo's heart of commuter transport is getting a billion dollar upgrade.

Saudi Arabia’s slow, luxury train through the desert

Saudi Arabia unveils high-end rail travel: Saudi Arabia Railways has collaborated with Italy's Arsenale Group to launch a luxurious "Dream of the Desert" train, marking the kingdom's foray into the luxury train market. Starting operations in late 2025, this train will offer scenic journeys across Saudi Arabia's deserts from Riyadh to Qurayyat, featuring 40 custom luxury cabins and embracing the growing trend of sustainable, slow travel.

All the ways to make your traveling eco-friendly in 2022

Sustainable traveling, also referred to as eco-friendly traveling, is more than just another travel trend; we are working to reduce our carbon footprint at home and on the road, as well as broadening our understanding of what it means to travel.

Amtrak is a dinosaur next to Kénitra’s high speed railway station in Morocco

The train system runs like clockwork in Morocco. It's fast, easy and safe. So we're excited to see a...

Transformer train station built to withstand rockets!

Public transport is a must, even for people who live under the toil of troubles and conflict. The Israeli...

Jordan Railway Plans On The Right Track

Plans to expand the railway network in Jordan have been given the go-ahead after an assessment that it will...

Travellers Want Trains – What is the Middle East Doing?

Istanbul - a major hub for train travel across the Middle East Survey results published this week reveal that the...

How To Live A Car-Free Existence

Green Prophet's Arwa on her decision not to drive a car and the social stigma that comes with it... Maybe...

Tel Aviv Will Ban Trucks During Morning Rush Hour to Reduce Congestion

Will a simple morning truck ban solve Tel Aviv's traffic problems, or is the problem much more complicated? Anyone driving...