Dining Car
-
Trondheim ๐ณ๐ด to Oslo ๐ณ๐ด – a winter escape across Norway on the Dovre railway!
Excerpt
Norwayโs Dovre Railway, linking Oslo with Trondheim offers travellers picturesque landscapes. After a bridge collapse in 2023, part of the line was closed until May 2024 but travel was still possible. This report details both the loco-hauled and Class 73 trains on the route, offering a comfortable travel environment, scenic views, and onboard amenities.
11โ16 minutes -
The best train through the Alps? Zurich๐จ๐ญ to Graz ๐ฆ๐น on the EuroCity Transalpin
Excerpt
The EuroCity Transalpin could well be regarded as a tourist train with its stunning scenery through the Alps. Without the price tag, this train offers reasonable fares, a restaurant carriage and a range of accommodation to choose from.
12โ19 minutes -
Optima Express โ Europeโs Longest Train Journey from Villach ๐ฆ๐น to Edirne ๐น๐ท (Part 2: The Experience)
Excerpt
The Optima Express is now one of the only ways to travel across the Balkan region of Europe with a unique non-stop journey through six countries linking Austria to Tรผrkiye. Though primarily serving Turkish expats, it offers a unique slow travel experience with couchettes and onboard dining. Part 2 is all about the journey experience…
13โ19 minutes -
Optima Express – Europe’s Longest Train Journey from Villach ๐ฆ๐น to Edirne ๐น๐ท (Part 1: What to Expect)
Excerpt
The Optima Express is now one of the only ways to travel across the Balkan region of Europe with a unique non-stop journey through six countries linking Austria to Tรผrkiye. Though primarily serving Turkish expats, it offers a unique slow travel experience with couchettes and onboard dining. In Part 1 we will showcase the amenities…
11โ17 minutes -
Vienna ๐ฆ๐น to Budapest ๐ญ๐บ by train – EuroCity or RailJet?
Excerpt
Vienna to Budapest is an easy journey to make by rail. There are two train types that operate frequent services on the line. Which train is the best and what amenities and accommodation is available on each? Here’s the full rundown!
13โ19 minutes -
RailJet ‘New Generation’: Munich ๐ฉ๐ช to Northern Italy ๐ฎ๐น on the scenic Brenner Railway
Excerpt
A full review of the brand new RailJet, operated by the Austrian Federal Railways featuring the scenic Brenner Pass route. The new train features an impressive range of accommodation and catering options, which are all featured.
14โ20 minutes -
A ‘Dining Day Out’ Extravaganza – experiencing Britain’s secret restaurants on wheels ๐ฌ๐ง
Excerpt
There are some hidden gems on Britainโs railways with regards to on-train dining offers. The ‘Dining Day Out’ extravaganza took in three of these, with a different train for each meal featuring breakfast, lunch and evening meal in just one day – a trip of overindulgence! Here’s the full rundown.
11โ16 minutes -
Europe’s best First Class carriage? Onboard the Swiss EuroCity train along the Rhine! ๐ฉ๐ช๐จ๐ญ
Excerpt
The Swiss Federal Railways’ panorama carriage, featured on the EuroCity 8/9 train, offers a unique and delightful travel experience but is it the best in continental Europe? Alongside the Swiss Dining Car, it makes for a perfect choice for travel through Switzerland and Germany!
6โ9 minutes -
EuroCity Emona – scenic once daily train from Ljubljana ๐ธ๐ฎ to Vienna ๐ฆ๐น
Excerpt
The EuroCity Emona train is a once daily cross-border service for travel between Austria, Slovenia, and Italy. The ride offers scenic views and a very unique dining car experience!
6โ9 minutes -
Simply spectacular! Oslo ๐ณ๐ด to Bergen ๐ณ๐ด by daytime train
Excerpt
The Bergensbanen is Norway’s stunning cross-country route from Oslo to Bergen, offering breathtaking scenery and a considered range of accommodation onboard. Fares are reasonable, making this seven-hour journey a must for travellers seeking natural beauty!
5โ8 minutes -
Amtrak Lake Shore Limited: Chicago ๐บ๐ธ to New York ๐บ๐ธ and Boston ๐บ๐ธ by sleeper train
Excerpt
The trip on the Amtrak Lake Shore Limited from Chicago to the East Coast proved to be challenging due to track closure. Despite the scenic views and inclusive meals, the experience didn’t fully justify the high ticket cost.
6โ9 minutes -
Enterprise – Belfast to Dublin in style and comfort by train ๐
Excerpt
The best way to travel between Belfast and Dublin is on the Enterprise! The train has a premium feel, matched by its high-quality onboard services including freshly cooked meals.
7โ11 minutes -
Across Slovakia with ZSSK – amazing trip from Bratislava ๐ธ๐ฐ to Koลกice ๐ธ๐ฐ
Excerpt
Providing a vital link between the capital and the north and east of the country, the trains between Bratislava and Koลกice provide all the amenities you need. The trains offer a choice of accommodation and a wonderful restaurant carriage, and, if you’re lucky, you may travel with one of the most unique restaurant carriages in…
6โ9 minutes -
EuroCity Hungaria: Budapest ๐ญ๐บ to Hamburg ๐ฉ๐ช via four capitals – a European adventure!
Excerpt
One train, one day and four capitals. This trip across Europe promised to be a exciting adventure but what was it like and did it live up to expectations? Find out as I took the all day train in First Class.
6โ10 minutes -
The best of Amtrak? First Class on the Acela train – Boston ๐บ๐ธ to Philadelphia ๐บ๐ธ via New York ๐บ๐ธ
Excerpt
The Acela is Amtrak’s Flagship service and in First Class the experience promises to be a lot! Is the Acela all it’s cracked up to be? Find out as I took a trip on the Northeast Corridor!
6โ9 minutes -
Amtrak Empire Builder: Seattle ๐บ๐ธ and Portland ๐บ๐ธ to Chicago ๐บ๐ธ – the cross-country route that has it all!
Excerpt
Connecting the Pacific Northwest with the vibrant city of Chicago is the Empire Builder – one of Amtrakโs โultra-long distanceโ rail services running across the north of the country. This journey was a feast for the eyes, and that wasnโt just the food in the onboard Dining Car, with the varied landscapes made this trip…
11โ16 minutes
