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Tips

How to pack for a train trip

18th Apr 2025 • 7 min read

Find out everything you need to know about packing for train trips. From absolute essentials to top tips, to help you travel light and enjoy the journey.

Inspiration

Sarah’s dream Croatia trip

1st Jan 2025 • 1 min read

Read about (and book) Sarah's dream, flight-free Croatia trip by sleeper train, with sunset views of Swiss mountains from cosy cabins.

Inspiration

Where to go in March by train

18th Dec 2024 • 4 min read

Carnivals, moderate weather and nature putting on a show. Here are the best things to do in March

Inspiration

In conversation with Hidden Europe

17th Oct 2024 • 10 min read

Harriet Matthews speaks to the brains behind Hidden Europe in celebration of the 18th edition of Europe by Rail: the definitive guide.

Unpacked

What to expect: sleeper train 101

16th May 2024 • 8 min read

A guide to sleeper trains (and overnight ferries) answering some of the most common questions we get asked about overnight journeys.

Tips

9 of the best sleeper trains and ferries in Europe

16th May 2024 • 27 min read

With more and more sleeper routes popping up across Europe, which are the best ones? And where can they take you?

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