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 >
Here is a secret that some airlines may avoid telling travelers: many city-to-city trips in Europe are faster by train than by airplane. How is it possible? When you calculate the total travel time, flying includes plenty of wasted time in airports and transfers from out-of-city airports … Read >
I don’t know about you, but booking a train journey that covers multiple countries in Europe feels like rocket science to me. Yes, I’m aware of valuable tools, like OpenRailwayMap, the Man in Seat 61, and EURail and Interrail passes with their route planning apps, but nothing has … Read >
Germany’s travel industry has made an offer that I find difficult to refuse. You can buy a ticket for 9 euros that is valid for one summer month 2022 in public transportation. Yes, you can use the one and the same ticket for an entire month to … Read >
Ski resorts are open in Europe, but skiers need vaccinations and tests
Good news for skiers: there is plenty of snow on the Alps and the Pyrenees, and the ski resorts are open. Some extra preparations are required from visitors, such as getting vaccinated (adults, at least). In addition, for … Read >
European Union has opened DiscoverEU web site where 18-20 year old EU citizens can apply for a free Interrail ticket. Interrail is a special train ticket that allows traveling for 30 days in Europe. Naturally, you can buy an Interrail ticket, but now EU wants to give youngsters an opportunity … Read >
Up-to-date travel rules in EU countries
The fastest way to cross borders in the EU region is to have a “EU Digital Covid Certificate” document on a phone. It specifies if you have been vaccinated, tested, or already recovered from the virus. The second key thing – in addition to … Read >
Soon, railways are making a comeback in Europe if EU Commission’s new program The European Year of Rail succeeds in 2021. The program is an awareness campaign that aims at convincing people to travel by train and at convincing enterprises to ship their goods on freight trains. Although it maybe … Read >
A new class of night trains connect European cities
More choices for train trips is good news for travelers who are concerned about the carbon footprint they leave behind on their journeys. A 500 million euro investment in night trains in Central … Read >
