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

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

Choose between 4, 6, 8, 10 or 12 rail journeys Behold Valencia’s splendid Mediterranean beaches, Seville’s lively flamenco rhythms, Barcelona’s colorful cityscapes and more as you travel throughout Spain with the new Renfe Spain Pass. The Renfe Spain Pass is an easy to use e-ticket that gives you greater flexibility when traveling by rail. Simply...Read More

As winter approaches, why not head to Australia, where the sun shines brightest from December to February? To make your winter getaway complete, enter our latest contest for a chance to win 2 Rail Explorer Passes in Red Service so you can experience famous Australian Rail Journeys including the Ghan between Adelaide and Darwin, via Alice Springs,...Read More

Celebrating the New Year with Scottish dances, burning fireballs, chilling rivers and more Scotland is world renowned for its end of year celebrations called Hogmanay, where you can enjoy the transition to the New Year with thousands of merrymakers who make the trip annually. It’s where you can attend a massive party, dance all night...Read More

Victims of a tragic fate, souls that cannot rest in peace, spirits roaming around in towns and castles… learn the stories of Britain’s notorious ghosts. This Halloween season, we look at 5 walks and tours that will have you shaking in your boots, so grab your BritRail Pass and head to these famously haunted locations. 1....Read More

Japan is a splendid blend of traditions and modern culture with several sites reminding you of the country’s unique character. We’ve compiled a list of 10 iconic sights in Japan you shouldn’t miss. Travel with a Japan Rail Pass  and discover these places for yourself while enjoying comfortable train rides on some of the world’s fastest trains: the...Read More

Save up to 20% on a German Rail Pass and Discover Southern Germany with special bonus offers. With the German Rail Pass Promotion, purchased between October 1st and December 7th, 2013, you’re entitled to free city cards, discounts and free admission to tours and museums in Southern Germany. The pass lets you travel to cities...Read More

Indie Travel’s Craig and Linda Martin explored Germany with a German Rail Pass from ACPRail.com. In this second part, they travel in northern Germany to cities such as Dresden, Hamburg, Berlin and Leipzig. They also include their travel tips to help you make the most of your German Rail Pass. Check out the first part of...Read More

New! Low Season discount now offered on BritRail South West Passes On September 1st, BritRail’s most popular rail passes will be available at a 20% discount when purchased for travel in November, December, January and February. The Low Season discount not only applies to the classic BritRail Pass and BritRail England Pass, giving you a...Read More