Posts with Tag: italy


Bolzano to Nice

October 20, 2008 · Posted in Eurail
I am on the trains today to meet a friend for dinner in Nice. On my way to the train station, my friends from Tirol talk about the (lack of) cleanliness of Italian trains. Read more

In Bolzano, Italy

October 18, 2008 · Posted in Eurail
Bolzano is situated in southern Tirol, nowadays part of Iatly, The place is also known as Bozen. Autumn is a good time to visit this region with all its wine festivals. You can do some great hiking around Bolzano too. Read more

Budapest to Bolzano, Italy

October 17, 2008 · Posted in Eurail
After comparing train schedules I found the fastest way to Bolzano. In the train towards Italy we pass vineyards and make our way into the Dolomites. Read more

Venice to Budapest

August 24, 2008 · Posted in Eurail
My reservation on the night train to Budapest turned out be for a seat instead of a bed. Luckily it was quite comfortable. When passing Croatia and Slovenia we had a time-consuming passport control. Read more

Salerno to Venezia (Venice)

August 23, 2008 · Posted in Eurail
On way from Salerno to Venice we make a train stop in Napels. I’m a bit concerned about petty theft here, but time flies when talking an Italian naval officer. Read more

Day-trip to Capri

August 20, 2008 · Posted in Eurail
Capri is a recommended destination for a day-trip. From Salerno, you can take several ferries to Capri with spectacular coast views. Read more

Day-trip to Palinuro

August 19, 2008 · Posted in Eurail
Palinuro is a slightly longer train ride south of Salerno, about an hour and a half. But it is worth the trip, with some of the most beautiful beaches I have seen. Read more

Day-trip to Paestum

August 18, 2008 · Posted in Eurail, Italy, sightseeing
Paestum is situated only half an hour by train from Salerno. Here you can find monumental ruins and pleasant beaches. Read more

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