More and more travelers are choosing trains to reach their destinations, especially in Europe where distances often are perfectly suitable for rail and road travel. As everyone who has booked a cross border train trip in Europe knows, it tends to require time, and willingness to research country specific train … Read >
During the past few years, railways and trains have been getting plenty of investment from the EU, from many European countries, and enterprises that see an opportunity in sustainable travel. New night train routes have been introduced, high-speed trains are connecting more cities across borders, and a number of … Read >
Both France and Italy have started a massive construction project that will produce the longest railway tunnel in the world. The 57.5 km long tunnel is being excavated in the Alps, under Mont Cenis mountain. The railway line from Lyon to Turin dives into the tunnel … Read >
If you have decided that you want to explore the old continent, you must forget one thing: flying. The best way to experience European countries, cultures, landscapes, and people is to stay on the ground. Travel by train is an enjoyable and relaxing method to move from a destination to … Read >
If you happen to be 18 years old in 2024, and want to travel in Europe for free, now you may have an opportunity to do so. The European Union has a dedicated program called DiscoverEU that encourages young Europeans to explore their continent. The program has the budget to … Read >
Before my first trip to the continental Europe I wish someone had told me that that there is so many fascinating places to see and experience apart from the must-see sights, such as the Sacrada Familia in Barcelona or Neuschwanstein Castle in Bavaria, Germany. … Read >
If you want to do the same what everyone else is planning to do during vacation months in Europe, or you want to avoid the travel destinations and activities everyone else is interested in, here is what you need to know. Europeans themselves are planning to … Read >
Visiting a city that has plenty of must-see sights can be a daunting experience if you haven’t studied the local public transportation network. There are cities across the world that have been designed for private cars alone, but especially in Europe and Asia many remarkable tourist … Read >
Europe’s railway network provides a comfortable way to see the continent from west to east, and from south to north. New investments in high-speed train routes and night trains with bed compartments have introduced more options for planning a tour in Europe. … Read >
European Union started a program known as Discover EU in 2018, providing young Europeans train tickets for traveling within the continent. 200,000 Europeans and a number of EU decision makers seem to be happy with the results because the program has become an annual event. In March 2023, 18 and … Read >
