Things to do in Split
13-06-2019The first time I travelled to Croatia I didn’t make it to the coast. For various reasons I got stuck in Zagreb, and spent three days moping around the capital until I retreated to ...
Best Events in Europe in June
23-05-2019June may just be the best month of the year to explore Europe by rail, especially if you’re looking to soak up culture, music, and street festivals. With warmer temperatures sweepi...
Everything you need to know about including Montenegro in yo...
02-05-2019Montenegro may just be one of the most beautiful and fascinating countries you could include in your next Eurail trip. You’ll find stark, rugged mountains, remarkable ancient ruins...
Best Events in Europe in May
25-04-2019There’s a palpable shift in gear in Europe when the month of May rolls around. Most cities have shaken off the last cold snaps and are preparing for a bumper summer season. Though ...
8 Game of Thrones Filming Locations with a Eurail Pass
11-04-2019Game of Thrones has taken the world by storm. If you’re a fan of the show and planning a trip to Europe, you’ll already know that the many of the Seven Kingdoms are actually influe...
Best Events in Europe in April
21-03-2019April is a fascinating time to travel in Europe, especially if you’re a fan of traditional festivals. As spring and Easter approach, you can expect a slew of religious festivals an...
First time in Europe: a South African’s first impressi...
14-03-2019I had little idea what to expect from my first serious trip to Europe. I’d bought a ticket to Budapest on a whim, decided I wanted to get around by train, and then let everything e...
The best of train travel in Lithuania
21-02-2019It’s fair to say that train travel in Lithuania isn’t the fastest in Europe, but that’s not to say you should condemn yourself to a holiday on the buses when visiting the beautiful...
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...