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Rail is experiencing a renaissance across Europe, as countries continue to invest in train networks and travellers look for flight-free alternatives that are better for the planet.But while demand for holidays is...
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The EU’s high-speed railway network has nearly doubled in a decade, but international journeys remain a challenge. ADVERTISEMENTRail is experiencing a renaissance across Europe, as countries continue to invest in train networks...
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What Is Soft Travel, The Breakout Trend Of 2025 That We Love?You’re slowly sipping a cappuccino at a quaint Italian café, or catching the sunset sitting on a beach in Andaman, watching...
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Did you know we are less than one month away from the first day of spring? Forget about the frigid temperatures outside for a minute (ignore my eight layers of scarves, hats...
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A European family train trek showed me the pros and cons of modern rail travel - here's where we need to go next. ADVERTISEMENTMy epic Interrail adventure around Europe with three small...
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There was a time that taking a train in Texas was very common for transportation, now it seems like most people prefer an airplane or using their own vehicle. Although there are...
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Older than Rome, Ascoli Piceno is an unforgettable, splendidly decorated hidden gem of Italy. Built entirely of carved travertine and punctuated by 50 towers, it is an architectural inspiration. Located between the...
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24 February 2025ShareSaveTristan RutherfordShareSaveGetty ImagesThe Baltic Express bursts out of the Czech capital on a crisp winter morning. As the sky lightens, medieval Prague is streamed through the train's windows like a...
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Share The Article We all know Milan for its grandiose edifices and art galleries, high fashion, and ornate Duomo––is there truly a more beautiful Gothic cathedral?––but there's no denying it's a bit...
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Share The Article Last Updated 1 min agoAs an American, you probably have always enjoyed hassle-free travel worldwide due to the prestige of your passport, which grants you unrestricted access to the...
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Think riding the rails is a thing of the past in the USA? Think again.Although the USA has the largest network of roads in the world, it’s also an ideal country to see...
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Switch your approach during your next vacation and focus on the journey, not the destination. Taking your time while traveling from Point A to Point B feels like a reset, a reminder...
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Share The Article Europe's Train Renaissance is charging ahead at full speed! After $10 trains were launched from Paris to Brussels, and similar low-cost rail journeys were announced between Amsterdam and Berlin,...
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Share The Article Last Updated 55 mins agoDreaming of Italy? Fantastic! Planning an international trip can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to understanding entry requirements. This guide simplifies the process for...
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The wide array of places that are great in January may surprise you. If that’s your time frame for a trip, take inspiration from your fellow travelers’ reviews of their favorite January...
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Burgau is the Algarve’s best-kept secret. After finding Carvoeiro to be more like a tourist resort than the quaint fishing village we had hoped for, we feared that all of Portugal’s beaches...
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Share The Article We all know Spain for its scenic Mediterranean coast, interspersed with vibrant resort cities and hugged by crystal-clear seas, but if you've been to the Iberian country in the...
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Share The Article Last Updated 46 seconds agoThe good news for Americans visiting Europe is they no longer need a travel permit to visit…for now. Bad news is much of Europe can...
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Starting price: Coach fares expected to range from around $19 to $71 each way for the Mobile, Alabama, to New Orleans trip; Amtrak offers a 10 percent discount for travelers 65 and...
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If you’ve caught the Olympic spirit early and fancy a trip to Milan in 2026, what will it cost you? We planned a trip for curiosity’s sake. And were pleasantly surprised with...
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