Benefits of 1st class train travel in Europe
07-02-2019I boarded the first class carriage of Switzerland’s famous Glacier Express – possibly the most luxurious scenic train in Europe – and instantly felt out of sorts. One month of trav...
Visiting Europe’s somber destinations
31-01-2019Most Eurail trips are about the good times. All day sightseeing, late night parties, spontaneous detours and dramatic scenery. But many European countries have complex pasts punctu...
8 Things To Do In Hallstatt, Austria
24-01-2019When it comes to idyllic destinations, Hallstatt has it all. This quaint Austrian village sits on the shores of a tranquil lake and at the foot of soaring peaks. White swans float ...
10 night trains you want to be on at midnight
17-01-2019If you’ve never done it before, spending the night aboard a train might seem a bit odd. For most, the driving factors for train travel in Europe is the scenery, which you obv...
The 5 best cities for celebrating New Year’s Eve in Eu...
06-12-2018If you’re traveling Europe over December and January, you don’t have to forgo your usual festive celebrations. In fact, it’s likely you’ll have an altogether new ...
From Tatras to Towns: Poprad to Bratislava by Train
29-11-2018I opened Google Maps on my phone in the basement-level hostel in Zakopane and discovered a problem. The only way out of this quaint Polish resort town by rail was back the way I’d ...
These Are the Best Events in Europe in December
22-11-2018Traveling through Europe in December is not just about snowcapped mountains and festive markets. Though you’re there in the middle of winter, there is a lot on the go around the co...
Amazing Rail Routes: Switzerland’s Glacier Express
15-11-2018One of the joys of train travel is certainly the scenery, and when it comes to scenic rail routes in Europe, saying you’re spoilt for choice is an understatement. A new Lonely Plan...
Follow the Fun – A Eurail Detour to Poland
08-11-2018Poland was never even on my radar. Berlin was, and that’s where I found myself after two months of Eurailing across the continent. The German capital had been a key target from the...
Best Events in Europe in November
31-10-2018When the calendar changes to November, you know winter is fast approaching. But don’t despair! There are still plenty of things on the go across the continent. There are fest...