Whether you’re planning a warm-weather trip or a winter visit, a smart way to experience the diversity of Scandinavia is to take the train around the Golden Triangle—Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm. No matter which city centre you start from, along the way you can visit Danish castles, sample Nordic cuisine and revel in the Scandinavian...Read More

Receive an extra travel day on your Eurail One-Country or Regional Pass If you’ve included a trip to Europe for this spring or summer, it may be time to revisit your travel plans. Starting March 1, 2015, you can purchase a Eurail One-Country or Eurail Regional Pass and benefit from the Eurail Extra Day Promotion. With the...Read More

Lighting fires and seeking soulmates  The month of June marks the end of spring and the beginning of summer. From starting up bonfires and performing rituals, to dreaming about their future mate, people in Sweden, Finland, Norway and Denmark celebrate Midsummer’s Day in interesting ways. Read to find out about the crazy traditions of Midsummer’s...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

Between Christmas, New Year’s Eve and Epiphany, there is a lot going on in Rome during the winter months. The city is arguably the capital of Christianity and, as such, finely ties in the different holidays to their religious roots. Around Christmas, the main type of decorations you’ll encounter is the presepe – the creche or nativity scene. You’ll...Read More

Did you know that you can access many great cities in Scandinavia with a Eurail Sweden Pass (for international visitors) or an InterRail Sweden Pass (for European residents)? A Sweden rail pass provides access to your choice of destinations, including major cities like Stockholm, “home of the Nobel Prize”, Gothenburg, “the city of great cultural...Read More

Visit the Netherlands, Belgium & Luxembourg The Benelux region, composed of Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg, includes the major draws of Amsterdam, known as the capital of culture, coffee shops and canals and, Brussels, with its top notch chocolate shops, Art Nouveau architecture and Belgium beer.  And although we can agree that we wouldn’t want...Read More

The joys of traveling aboard an SJ high speed train Sweden’s newly refurbished SJ high speed trains are an absolute pleasure to travel on, including speedy arrivals, onboard bistros, wireless Internet access, and electrical power points for radio and music channels at your seat.  Passengers can select either standard class or first class seating, where first class features...Read More

You are eligible for Eurail’s Saver rate if you are travelling in a group of 2 to 5 people. Each passenger receives up to 15% off on the normal adult price. One Saver Pass is used by the group so traveling together is required. Make sure that your itinerary suits this, as it’s not possible...Read More

London, Dublin, Edinburgh, Stockholm & Gothenburg City cards are a great accessory to visit top attractions, with easy entry and great savings.  With a sightseeing pass you can fast-track it to all the places of interest, while skipping ticket lines and feeling like you can make the most of your visit, as the more places...Read More