Rail and Festivals II: Celebrating Cultural Events Along European Tracks

Savor ramp-inspired dishes and board a train ride at this family-friendly culture festival. You can also take a close-up look at a variety of models trains from local clubs. This…

A Spanish Coastal Rail Odyssey

Taking the train to Valencia from Barcelona is one of the most time-saving ways to travel. Direct high-speed Euromed and Talgo trains run multiple times daily between the Sants station…

Green Railways: Exploring Europe’s Eco-Friendly Train Routes

In local context, this smart solution involves renovating and adapting disused railway lines as hiking or cycling paths. It attracts visitors who can walk, bike or – in wintertime –…

The Grand Trans-European Tour – A Multi-Country Rail Adventure

Take in the beautiful landscape of Europe on this relaxing train vacation. Discover iconic capitals and stunning countryside as you travel across the continent on local and regional trains with…

A Faster Way to Travel Between Helsinki and Tallinn

Currently, the only way to travel between Helsinki and Tallinn is by ferry. Eight million of these trips are made each year, from popular booze cruises to the weekly commutes…

Italy’s Art Cities Explored by Train

There was a time when train travel in Italy was challenging, ramshackle and unreliable. Today, quaint local and rural trains remain, while high-speed services between major cities and online booking…

A Rail Expedition Through Eastern Europe

A popular mode of transportation in Eastern Europe, train travel offers a unique opportunity to experience the local culture and scenery. Many countries in the region have well-developed train systems,…

Cinque Terre by Rail

Five captivating villages perched along rocky, rugged coasts in a UNESCO World Heritage Site and national park. Cars are forbidden within the villages, so trains offer the best way to…

The Adriatic Coast to Plitvice Lakes – A Croatian Rail Discovery

Despite its enviable location, Split is one of the farthest Croatian cities from Plitvice Lakes National Park. While it’s possible to visit on a day trip, doing so requires a…

Rail and Wine – Exploring Europe’s Vineyards by Train

From the refined elegance of a Chardonnay to the robust charisma of a red Shiraz, there’s something intoxicating about wine. And what better way to explore this libation than by…