It’s no secret that the virtual world is booming right now. With lockdowns and stay-at-home orders issued in many parts of the country and the world, people are exploring the wonders of this planet through virtual museum tours, virtual walks around national parks, and even virtual journeys through the arctic circle. The latest addition to the virtual world is virtual train rides, and these are some of the best around. So, jump aboard!
Pikes Peak Cog Railway, Colorado, United States
If you’re familiar with the Pikes Peak, you’ll know that it’s an iconic mountain in Colorado, and you may even know that the Pikes Peak Cog Railway is the highest train route in North America. Now, you can see this for yourself in all of its virtual glory, as you can take a virtual ride within the carriages. Be warned, though, because you may get a little dizzy.
Ferrocarril Central Andino, Peru
Have you always wanted to visit Peru? Now might be your chance to do so, but you won’t need to fly to check it out in all of its majesties. This scenic railway trip will take you from Chosica to Galera, and you pass everything from deep ravines to giant bridges and mountains. It’s pretty scenic, and you’ll feel as though you’ve been transported to another world along the way.
The Flåm Railway, Norway
Norway is famous for its stunning scenery, so it should probably come as no surprise to learn that The Flåm Railway is pretty spectacular. This 12-mile virtual route takes you from Aurlandsfjord to Myrdal station, and while the station names might not mean anything to you, the snow-capped mountains, the wildflowers, the gushing waterfalls, and the deep ravines will certainly captivate you.
If you’re bored in the house, then why not take a trip? These virtual train rides are just waiting to welcome you on board for the journey of a lifetime.
Fans Can Stay at Palm Springs Resort Where ‘The Bachelorette’ Is Filmed
The new season of The Bachelorette is on the way, and while fans are preparing for the drama, they may not be prepared for the fact that they can soon sleep in the same resort as the contestants in the reality show.
In July, a few eagle-eyed paparazzi and fans spotted then bachelorette Clare Crawley returning to filming just outside Palm Springs, California. The season is currently filming at La Quinta Resort & Club. If you are not familiar with the place, let us introduce to you this desert destination.
About This Luxury Resort In Palm Springs
The resort was built in 1926, and it comes surrounded by the beautiful Santa Rosa Mountains in Palm Springs. The hotel itself includes spacious haciendas and guest rooms surrounded by gorgeous desert plant life set against red-tiled roofs and whitewashed walls. In the resort’s adobe casitas, guests will be able to find patios so they can sit out and watch the sunset over the cactus gardens. La Quinta Resort & Club is also home to an award-winning spa, two golf courses, six restaurants, and a tennis club. The real cherries on top are the hotel’s 41 climate-controlled pools. 41 swimming pools, because why not?
The production is going above and beyond to keep everyone safe. Even though the cast and crew arrived before filming began and spent a few days getting used to the required protocols, the protective bubble will open up just a bit to include guests, and soon, people will be able to experience what it is like to be in this beautiful resort in Palm Springs
An Earthly Paradise in Palm Springs
The producers share that the health and safety of their team and guest members are their highest priorities. The guests will be required to wear masks in all public spaces and will be able to use contactless check-up upon arrival. The restaurants will be open, some for outside dining, others for takeout. What about the pools, you might ask? They will be open.
This leaves many people wondering if the bachelorette will stay six feet away from all her suitors in those hot tubs? We will have to wait for the new season and find out.