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First-hand insights from handpicked journeys across Europe and beyond by train

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  • EuroCity Sava: A Trip Back in Time from Ljubljana ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ to Zagreb ๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท

    EuroCity Sava: A Trip Back in Time from Ljubljana ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ to Zagreb ๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท

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    As new trains transform Sloveniaโ€™s railways, only a few classic locomotive-hauled services remain -including the EuroCity Sava. This cross-border train offers a rare glimpse of old-style travel along the scenic Sava river. I boarded it this summer to experience the journey before it potentially changes for good.


    Croatia, European Train Travel, River Valleys, Scenic Trips, Slovenia

    November 29, 2025
    9โ€“13 minutes
  • Europe’s best First Class carriage? Onboard the Swiss EuroCity train along the Rhine! ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ญ

    Europe’s best First Class carriage? Onboard the Swiss EuroCity train along the Rhine! ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ญ

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    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!


    Dining Car, European Train Travel, Germany, River Valleys, Scenic Trips, Switzerland, Train Travel

    April 21, 2024
    6โ€“9 minutes
  • Simply spectacular! Oslo ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด to Bergen ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด by daytime train

    Simply spectacular! Oslo ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด to Bergen ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด by daytime train

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    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!


    Dining Car, European Train Travel, First Time Journeys, Norway, River Valleys, Scenic Trips, Train Travel

    March 23, 2024
    5โ€“8 minutes
  • InterCity Slovenia-style! Scenic run from Ljubljana ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ to Maribor ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ by Pendolino train

    InterCity Slovenia-style! Scenic run from Ljubljana ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ to Maribor ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ by Pendolino train

    Excerpt

    A spectacular journey through Slovenia onboard the futuristic InterCity Slovenia pendolino trains that tilt on corners to reduce journey times!


    European Train Travel, River Valleys, Scenic Trips, Slovenia, Train Travel

    November 25, 2023
    4โ€“6 minutes
  • EuroCity Hungaria: Budapest ๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡บ to Hamburg ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช via four capitals – a European adventure!

    EuroCity Hungaria: Budapest ๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡บ to Hamburg ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช via four capitals – a European adventure!

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    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.


    Czechia, Dining Car, European Train Travel, Germany, Hidden Gems, Hungary, River Valleys, Scenic Trips, Slovakia, Train Travel

    September 30, 2023
    6โ€“10 minutes

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