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Seeing the world by train

Big Ideas

English - May 26, 2022 10:05 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MB - ★★★★★ - 40 ratings
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If you love overseas travel, and you’re used to jumping on a plane, the pandemic’s been especially trying.  International borders opened and closed , airlines reduced flights and quarantine rules could see you stranded in a hotel for two weeks at your own expense. British journalist Monisha Rajesh believes it’s the journey not the destination and as the pandemic gathered steam she decided to tour the world by train.