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Train Traveler

20 pointsTravel & Exploration

Complete a journey on a famously scenic or historic long-distance train route.

How to complete Train Traveler

Riding a celebrated long-distance rail line makes the journey itself the destination: scenery no road reaches, taken at window-seat pace. Think routes like the Glacier Express, the West Highland Line, or the Trans-Siberian.

  1. Choose a route known for its scenery or history and check its running season.
  2. Reserve a window seat early; the best routes sell out months ahead.
  3. Research which side of the train faces the views for your direction and sit there.
  4. Pack snacks and a charged battery for stretches with no dining car or outlets.

Tips

  • Overnight legs save a hotel night, but book a berth rather than just a seat.
  • A rail pass can beat point-to-point tickets if you're chaining several legs.
  • Keep the camera ready at known highlights; viaducts and passes go by fast.

What counts as done

You rode the route end to end on a recognized scenic or historic line.

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