Travel in the Swiss Alps with the new Jungfrau Rail Passes You can now purchase rail passes to travel on the Jungfrau Railways network in Switzerland. The 3-day Jungfrau VIP Pass and 6-day Jungfrau Railways Pass both allow you to travel to Kleine Scheidegg, Schnyge Platte, Harder Kulm and other popular destinations in the Bernese...Read More
26 countries to choose from – now, also includes France! There is some great news for international travelers visiting Europe: you can now select France as one of the eligible countries when booking a Eurail Select Pass. Also, the Eurail Select Pass is now exclusively available as a four-country pass, letting you choose 4 European...Read More
By Patti Nickell GLASGOW, Scotland. Eight of us sat around a table – flasks, tubes and bottles filled with liquids lined up before us. Under the watchful eye of “Professor” Alastair, we mixed and mingled the liquids, adding a dollop of one and a soupcon of another to our beakers. Every so often, an excited “aha” seemed...Read More
Free Travel Day on Eurail Italy, Eurail France-Italy, Eurail France-Spain and Eurail Italy-Spain Passes! Receive one free travel day with your purchase of a Eurail Italy, Eurail France-Italy, Eurail France-Spain or Eurail Italy-Spain Pass between March 15th and April 30th, 2014. For example, if you purchase a 4-day pass you will receive a pass valid for 4+1 days. This...Read More
Between the months of March and May, Japan turns into a wonderland of pretty pink flowers. The cherry blossom season peaks from about mid-March to late April, so we invite you to explore these top spots and many more, with your Japan Rail Pass. 1. Mt Yoshino When it comes to cherry blossom viewing in Japan,...Read More
A scenic journey in the heart of the fjords Flam Railway takes you on a journey through Norway’s mountains and fjords in what many believe is among the finest rail experiences. Between the roaring falls and the quiet valleys, the Flam Railway presents many high notes and is a must for any visit to Norway. ...Read More
Interlaken to Bern by train One of Switzerland’s most popular journeys is the train ride between Interlaken – Bern, which is only 52 minutes long, and takes you on a trip along Lake Thun and into cities that combine relaxing atmosphere and outdoor sports fun. It’s possible to start the journey from either city and many travelers also choose to...Read More
By Janice Waugh, solotravelerblog.com In the 19th century the train changed travel. It shortened the time it took to travel between places. It sped travel up. Today, in the 21st century, trains do the opposite. They slow things down. And in my books, slowing things down is luxury in itself. But more, traveling by train gives...Read More
Enter for a chance to win BritRail Passes! Take part in our Scottish Highlands Trivia for a chance to win a pair of 4-day BritRail Flexi Passes in First Class for travel across the UK, including the scenic Highlands of Scotland! To celebrate the launch of BritRail’s newest pass, the BritRail Scottish Highlands Pass, we...Read More
Over 100 bonus offers at attractions in England, Scotland and Wales There are now over 100 more great reasons to bring a BritRail Pass or Ticket on your next trip as you can take advantage of BritRail Bonus Offers, including special benefits available for top attractions and activities throughout the UK! Use them to get inspiration and...Read More
