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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 – enjoy cross-country skiing along these paths. Research topics in green railway are continuously evolving through push and pull effects from both external and internal paths….

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 guaranteed reserved seats. Once the preserve of the upper classes, the Grand Tour prompted writers like Laurence Sterne and James Boswell to pen their own…

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, and there are several international routes that connect different cities in Eastern Europe. Starting in murmansk and zigzagging south through russia not-russia (finland, latvia, estonia,…

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 good amount of time. Combine cultural exploration with stunning natural beauty on this 8-day tour. Indulge in the open markets and medieval ruins of Zagreb,…

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 train, a mode of travel that embodies leisure and adventure? From Champagne to Bordeaux, these wine-focused train journeys are for weekend explorers, inquisitive souls yearning…

Morocco is a vibrant country, full of exotic sights, sounds and smells. Stepping into one of its ancient medinas is akin to entering the set of a Fellini film. This magic-tinged influence can also be found in Moroccan short fiction, including some of the stories chosen for the Morocco portfolio in Issue 15 of The…

If you enjoy soaking in ever-changing scenery from the comfort of a train compartment, Bulgaria’s got you covered. This route goes between Bansko (a ski town and growing digital nomad hotspot) and Plovdiv, the second-largest city in the country. Along the way, you’ll see some scenes pegged in time — like fields of solar panels…

Train travel offers the opportunity to see UNESCO-listed towns along the way such as Kutna Hora, famous for its bone church of 40 000 human skeletons and Brno with its magnificent mix of Gothic & Baroque architecture. Train tickets are generally cheaper than a flight and far more comfortable than a bus. Prague The best…

The lesser-traveled Baltic countries offer fascinating locales and beautiful cities. With vibrant, ancient traditions and new economies, these destinations make for unique European breakaway experiences. Explore these beautiful capitals by train. With the help of a Eurail Global Pass (for European residents), this itinerary can be completed in comfort and style, without breaking the bank!…

In the course of a literature review and interviews with transport sector professionals from Estonia and Finland, a framework for examining the economic, political and infrastructural contexts of the Trans-Caspian trade route was developed. From the port of Poti in eastern Georgia to Baku in western Azerbaijan, cargo moves by rail to Aktau in Western…