Are you heading on a Eurotrip soon and planning on ditching the plane either to reduce your carbon footprint or simply because you find railway travel nostalgic? You’re in luck, as two of the most fascinating cities in Europe will now be connected by a direct, high-speed train: from December 15, you can travel between …

Ever had hopes of visiting that medieval fortress in France located on a tidal islet, oftentimes completely surrounded by water, and that puts all of Walt Disney’s dreamiest fairytale-like creations to shame? Starting this winter, you can take a direct train from Paris all the way to Mont Saint Michel in Normandy, without complicated transfers, …

Even before we engorge ourselves with a Thanksgiving feast and deal with the annual Black Friday frenzy, many travelers are already dreaming of sunny escapes. Leaves are still falling and menus continue highlighting pumpkin spice concoctions, but winter adventures are right around the corner. Some of us seek sun-kissed shores while others embrace the magic …

History is still being made in a pair of timeless U.K. cities. As you know, getting from A to B in Europe is a lot different than the States. Rather than be shuffled through security like nameless cattle and scrolling TikTok for hours waiting for a flight to board, you gotta hand it to Europe …

There’s nothing quite like the adventure of rail travel.   Hopping on a train is easy and convenient and a great way to get from A to B, especially in Europe, where the most iconic cities are well connected.   To improve this connectivity, Eurostar has just announced direct train services between Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and London, making …

Ever felt jealous of how it’s far easier for Europeans to discover all those secret, beautiful medieval towns, that for you as an American feel incredibly remote? You’re not alone. As much as the United States is well-connected to the Old Continent, all flights almost exclusively arrive in major destinations––think Barcelona, Rome, Paris, London and …

Whether it’s for the delectable cuisine, mild Mediterranean climate, or ancient heritage, Italy is on the radar of millions of Americans flying across the pond this winter, and what better way to experience one of Europe’s most beautiful countries than by train? Train travel is seeing a resurgence across the Old Continent this year, with …

Amidst Europe’s train travel renaissance, there seem to be no limits as to how far and wide those new railway lines will reach, and if you plan on traveling from France into Spain, or vice-versa next year, we have some pretty exciting news for you: Starting from April 2025, you’ll be able to travel without …

Train travel is back with a vengeance in Europe now that multiple railway routes are being revitalized, and slowly but surely, people are waking up to the reality that, more often than not, trains are the safest, most reliable alternative to low-cost flying in the continent. If you’ve ever been left at the mercy of …

Train travel is having a moment. Both domestically and overseas, more travelers than ever are choosing to slow down and take the train to explore new destinations.   One of the things I love most about travel travel is that it allows you to see a new destination from a unique perspective.   You just …

Europe, fall scenery, and a comfy train ride – you couldn’t find a better combo if you tried. The Old Continent is currently at its peak scenery-wise, and the only way to take in as much of it as humanly possible is through rail travel. The only issue is that the European train network is …

If you think you know everything about Thailand, think again! We all know the bright lights of Bangkok, the astounding beaches of Phuket, and the cultural delights of Chiang Mai, but dispersed throughout the country are a plethora of hidden gems waiting to be discovered. Let’s be honest; Asia’s train options are a mixed bag. …