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The Train of Thought

In our blog we’ll try and bring you all the latest information for travelling by train in Europe. As well as bringing you lots of travel ideas and tips. We even have guest posts from some of the travel industry’s leading experts.

By REL Blogger on
28/07/2011 10:24 AM
Paris PlagesTorn between a city break and a bit of sun, sea and sand for your holiday this summer? Paris Plages could be exactly the solution you’ve been waiting for.
 
By REL Blogger on
26/07/2011 11:31 AM
Tomatina More and more Brits are discovering the charms of Spain’s third city. If you want to see it at its most bizarre, the last weekend in August is definitely the time to go.
 
By REL Blogger on
22/07/2011 10:31 AM
Direct Ski It’s the day that carbon conscious skiers have been waiting all year for! Tickets for Eurostar’s Direct Ski service to the French Alps finally go on sale on Monday 25th July at 9am.
 
By REL Blogger on
20/07/2011 11:45 AM
OktoberfestTime to start limbering up that drinking arm, slip into your Lederhosen and work up an appetite for a hearty meal of würst and knödel. Trains to Munich’s legendary Oktoberfest are now open for booking!
 
By REL Blogger on
19/07/2011 09:49 AM
Venice Lido © Maria Schnitzmeier Need another reason to visit Venice this summer? Venice Lido, once the exclusive preserve of multi-millionaires and Hollywood movie stars, is set to be opened up to the public.
 
By REL Blogger on
13/07/2011 10:19 AM
Thalys Train Fantastic news if you’re looking to take a high speed Thalys service into Germany this summer. There are now three new destinations within easy reach of Paris and Brussels.
 
By REL Blogger on
11/07/2011 19:34 PM
Cannes If you’re planning a trip across the channel this summer, treat yourself to a little bit of luxury – without breaking the bank. If you’re travelling between 15th July and 25th August 2011 you can enjoy savings of up to 75% on First Class rail travel all over France.
 
By REL Blogger on
11/07/2011 11:27 AM
San Sebastian "San where?" people sometimes ask as they head to Madrid, Barcelona and Seville, but no-one ever poses that same question once they're there. Unspoilt San Sebastian is a great alternative to Madrid and is a true foodie's paradise.
 
By REL Blogger on
30/06/2011 16:05 PM
Tour de France cyclists France’s most thrilling annual sporting event is also its most picturesque. Heading across the Channel to watch the thrilling Tour de France is a great way to explore the French countryside.
 
 
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Rail Europe is the UK's leading specialist in tickets and passes for European rail travel. As the UK representative of the French National Railways (the SNCF) we've helped millions of travellers book train travel for the best part of a century. Great news if you're planning a trip to - or around - the Continent by rail. Trust us to give you expert advice and provide the best ticket or pass options for your travel needs.

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