Rail travel has been growing in popularity over the past several years and is increasingly seen as an integral part of vacation experiences, rather than just a means of transportation. The trend, which also falls into the “slow travel” category, is particularly strong among environmentally conscious travelers. Read on for six new itineraries across the world and a new advisor-friendly development.
Intrepid Launches New Rail Adventures
Intrepid Travel has significantly expanded its rail travel portfolio with the addition of six new trips across four continents. The latest offerings, ranging from 9 to 11 days in duration, respond to the growing demand for slow, meaningful travel experiences. Since launching its dedicated rail range in 2024, Intrepid has seen a 24 percent year-on-year growth in bookings.
“Rail travel has taken off in the past couple of years and for good reason. In a world that feels like it’s always going at full steam, rail travel provides ease, convenience, and a slower pace,” said Erica Kritikides, General Manager of Experiences at Intrepid Travel, in a press statement.
The new additions include Kenya by Rail, featuring the Madaraka Express through wildlife parks; Malaysia’s Jungle Railway Adventure through remote regions; a cross-border bullet train experience from China to Laos continuing to Bangkok; a Vietnam to China journey exploring the Sapa region; Northern Sweden’s scenic Ofoten Railway; and an Eastern Canada rail trip connecting major cities.
Each trip is accompanied by one of Intrepid’s local leaders who help travelers navigate complex routes and stations while facilitating authentic connections with local communities. With an average group size of 10-12 travelers, these rail trips offer clients community, conversation and meaningful connection..
Intrepid now offers 50 different rail experiences, providing environmentally responsible travel options for clients seeking immersive experiences at a slower pace.
For more information, visit intrepidtravel.com.
New Digital Tools For Rail Journey Promotion
Armstrong Collective, the parent company of luxury rail brands Rocky Mountaineer and Canyon Spirit, has partnered with Rallio, providing advisors with complimentary access to a comprehensive social media management platform designed specifically for promoting luxury rail journeys.
The new platform provides a centralized dashboard that enables advisors to manage multiple social accounts simultaneously across Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. This integration eliminates the need for multiple logins, streamlining the social media management process.
A standout feature includes access to a library of professionally created, brand-approved content developed by Rocky Mountaineer and Canyon Spirit’s trade marketing teams. This resource saves advisors valuable time on content creation while ensuring all materials align with brand standards and messaging.
The platform enables personalization, allowing advisors to modify posts with custom calls to action tailored to their specific client demographics and business objectives. The tool is available to Armstrong Collective’s trade partners across all regions, helping them maintain a consistent social media presence without additional cost.
For more information, visit rockymountaineer.com and canyonspirit.com.
