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Free Travel Day on Eurail Select Passes!
Apr 2nd
On sale from April 1st to May 30th 2012
Simply create your Eurail Select Pass by choosing 3, 4 or 5 bordering countries in Europe – take your pick among 24 countries to create the perfect trip!
Participating countries include: Austria, Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg, Bulgaria, Montenegro, Serbia, Croatia, Slovenia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.
Rail passes already offer up great value and now enjoy even better value with a free travel day on 6, 8 or 10 day Eurail Select Passes! That’s either 7 days for the price of 6, 9 days More >
Even Greater Rail Pass Value
Jan 5th
New in 2012
Visitors can now explore even more countries when traveling with a Eurail Global Pass or a Balkan Flexi Pass!
An exciting addition this year, the Eurail Global Pass now includes rail travel in Slovakia, which makes for a total of 23 European countries covered with this one pass. Eurail Global Pass holders can also enjoy rail travel in Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland. There are a number of pass validities to choose from: Flexi Passes for 10 or 15 days of More >
Free Travel Day: on 6, 8 or 10 day Eurail Select Passes!
Oct 4th
On sale from October 1st to November 30th 2011 Simply create your Eurail Select Pass by choosing 3, 4 or 5 bordering countries in Europe – take your pick among 24 countries to create the perfect trip!
Participating countries include: Austria, Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg, Bulgaria, Montenegro, Serbia, Croatia, Slovenia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland.
Rail passes already offer up great value and now enjoy even better value with a free travel day on 6, 8 or 10 day Eurail Select Passes! That’s either 7 days for the price of 6, 9 days for More >
All aboard! Taking the Sleeper Train from London to Glasgow
Sep 2nd
by Sharon Whitley Larsen
“Is this your first time on a sleeper train?” asked affable David, the ScotRail lounge car attendant, as he poured me a glass of wine, the lights of a small town passing fleetingly by in the dark window.
I assured him that I had been on numerous overnight trains: from London to Edinburgh, Paris to Rome, St. Petersburg to Moscow, even from Los Angeles to Chicago.
I’ve always been partial to the overnight trains in Europe, and especially in the UK, which my husband Carl and I have taken on several occasions. (Our most scenic and memorable overnight train More >
The Perfect Pair
Sep 2nd
Favorite European combos
When selecting a rail pass for travel in Europe, you’ll soon discover that there are so many inviting options. From the Eurail Global Pass covering travel throughout 22 countries, to a variety of multi-country combinations. Here are some of our most popular rail pass pairs:
France & Italy
With the France – Italy Eurail Pass enjoy France’s high speed TGV rail network while marveling at the vineyards in Champagne and hopping off the train in Paris. Moving on to Italy, one will discover historic monuments, remote countrysides, and street side cafes with an itinerary that covers these vibrant cities: Rome, Florence, Sicily, More >
And the winner is…
Aug 4th
Are you the lucky winner of our sweepstakes ‘what 5 things would you do with 5 Eurail Passes and $5000’?
Recognize this entry? The winning entry plans on doing the following 5 things with the grand prize: Visit family around Poland, See the old salt mines in Warsaw, Go to the spice markets in Turkey, Find my university friends and cousins in the Netherlands! EAT A MEAL FROM EVERY CULTURE!
After a random draw the winner is…Jonathan Kabas from Ontario, Canada. Congratulations Jonathan!
Here are some fun facts from all entries received:
72% of entrants want to eat or drink in Europe, sometimes both! More >
Italy Delights
Aug 4th
Venice, Rome, Tuscany, Florence, Milan, Naples, Pisa…
Travel through Italy, likely conjures up images of Tuscan vineyards, sunflower fields, romantic gondola rides down Venetian canals, historic monuments of Rome, Milan’s bustling world of fashion, culinary heaven and the list goes on! With unbeatable views through your window and a great rail network, don’t leave home without an Italy rail pass in hand.
Hopping on the train with a Eurail Italy Pass can take you from Rome to Florence in 1 hour and a half, from Florence to Pisa in just 45 minutes, from Florence to Venice in less than 3 hours, from Siena to More >
Spotlight on Ireland
Jul 7th
Explore its rugged coastal & lush green landscapes
Ireland draws visitors from around the world thanks to a number of reasons…all of which are uniquely Irish! Whether it’s to hike along Ireland’s rocky cliffs, converse in a cozy pub while enjoying a pint of Guinness, walk the Giant’s Causeway, dance a jig to traditional music, kiss the Blarney Stone in one of Ireland’s legendary castles, trace your family roots, look for leprechauns, explore culture in Dublin and Belfast, experience the best of Irish hospitality by meeting the locals or to ride the rails through its rolling green hills.
Getting there:
Stena More >
Sweepstakes
Jun 9th
What would you do with 5 Eurail Passes & $5000? Enter for your chance to win! Tell us: what 5 things you would do with 5 Eurail Global Flexi Passes and $5000? Imagine the possibilities…these Eurail Global Flexi Passes are valid for travel throughout 22 European countries, with 15 flexi days of travel within 2 months, all in First Class!
Grand Prize Includes 5 Eurail Global 15 day Flexi Passes in First Class Get the full flavour of Europe with train travel in 22 countries with this one pass! Passes can be used in Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, More >
Eurail Global Pass Youth Promo
Mar 31st
Youth who purchase a Eurail Global 15 day Pass get 2 Extra Days Free
On sale from April 1st to May 31st, 2011
Eurail Global Passes offer up great value and are valid for travel in 22 countries including: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.
For a limited time if you are Youth, aged 25 or younger on the first day of validity of the pass, you get 2 free days, making it a 17 consecutive day Eurail Global Pass!
Please note that Youth travel is valid More >
