A Train Trip Through Malaysia, With Stops for Snorkeling and Wildlife Safaris
Plus: celestial jewelry, a new restaurant in the Himalayas and more recommendations from T Magazine.
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In Europe, a Rail Renaissance is Underway
Amid concerns about climate change, demand for rail service is strong, and both governments and private investors are trying to keep up. Even Eurostar may see competition on its London-Paris route.
How Darwin Found Inspiration on the Cape Verde Islands
Most travelers following in Darwin’s footsteps go to the Galápagos. But it was here, on a rocky island off the coast of West Africa, that the young naturalist was said to have found his calling.
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Read Your Way Through Utah
Utah is a place of paradoxes, full of terrible beauty and complicated history. The writer Terry Tempest Williams recommends books to help you explore the state’s many facets.