A Rail Journey Through Bulgaria’s Scenic Routes

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…

From Prague to Vienna – Bohemian and Imperial Splendors by Rail

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…

Romantic Railways Through Northern Italy

Venice’s grand canals, distinctive architecture, and romantic charm have held continuous allure for artists over the centuries. Traveling from all over the world, they sought to convey its luminosity in…

From London to Inverness – A Highland Rail Adventure

Trains from London (all stations) to Inverness stop at a list of impressive extremes: Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis; the deepest freshwater loch, Loch Morar; and the 21-arched Glenfinnan viaduct.…

A Tour of Northern European Capitals by Train

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…

Getting From Athens to Thessaloniki – A Greek Rail Odyssey

Getting from Athens to Thessaloniki is fairly simple. Buses to Thessaloniki depart from a variety of places in Athens, most notably the stations of Omonia or Metaxourgio and Kifissos. Use…

Sicilian Circumference – A Coastal Rail Circuit of the Island

Sicily is a cultural melting pot that has been a pawn of empire and conquest over the millennia. Discover the region’s unique landscapes on this 9-day circuit starting in Palermo,…

Trans-Caspian Explorer – A Train Journey Through the Western Branch of the Silk Road

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…

A Unique Rail Journey in the Land of Fire and Ice

Trace Iceland’s element-blasted landscape on a road trip dotted with mystical sights. Hear Icelanders recount their brushes with the huldufolk, and understand why more than half of the country’s population…

Baltic Sea Explorer – A Rail Journey Through Coastal Capitals

The Baltic States—Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia—look similar, but each is distinctly different. Learn about Poland’s struggle for freedom in Gdansk, marvel at Art Nouveau architecture in Riga and explore a…