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Rail Europe’s Chris Shares his Personal Account of the Fall Berlin Wall in 1989

Friday, October 23rd, 2009

©GNTB/Merten Hans Peter - Berlin, Germany

November 9, 1989. I still remember that day like it was yesterday. I was studying for my High School finals and had the TV on as background noise. All of  sudden, the movie was interrupted for the breaking news that changed the history of Germany and entire Europe.

Only a few weeks earlier I went to Berlin using an overnight train from Stuttgard to Berlin, now no longer an overnight journey due to the ICE High Speed Train. Nothing fancy, a 2nd class couchette cabin which had to be shared with 5 more travelers.

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Nancy’s Six days of Rail Travel through France and England

Tuesday, August 25th, 2009

Day 1 Start of Adventure

The Louvre Museum in Paris

Landed at CDG in Paris and used my France Rail Pass to board the RER train 30 minutes into the city center. Surprised as to how easy it was to get into Paris! I must say I was a little worried, good to keep in mind for future stop overs in Paris.

Then a guided tour of The Louvre by City Rama – our guide showed us the highlights, which were a tourist’s delight.

Afternoon: Touring Paris by bike or Paris a Velo is an experience! Biked to the 19th arrondissement and rode past Edith Piaf’s house! The tour takes you off the beaten path to explore the real Paris with lots of local flavor.

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New Interactive Map of Europe is here!

Thursday, August 20th, 2009

Interactive MapWe now have an interactive map of Europe on our site to help with travel planning. This is a long overdue feature to our website, but we’re glad to finally bring you our first comprehensive European rail map, representing all train lines including high speed rail and regional networks.

We strove to provide you with the highest level of detail and accuracy and we certainly hope you’ll find this tool helpful in planning your next trip to Europe.  We really think this map is one of kind and we spent countless hours aggregating geographical data from multiple sources in order to paint a comprehensive picture of the extent of the European rail network.

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High-Speed Rail Travel Meets High-Speed Internet Annoucing the New & Improved Raileurope.ca

Friday, July 24th, 2009

Rail Europe's Canadian website

Yesterday we launched a new version of our Canadian website to match the features of our new and improved website.  Now Canadians will have the same easy navigation and information as our US site.  In partnership with prestigious travel guide publisher, Frommers, the new website contains extensive information on travel destinations throughout the European continent, including suggestions on what to do and what to see in all the countries within Rail Europe’s network.   There is also an improved FAQ with all aspects of rail travel from how to choose the correct rail pass to practical information on European train stations, seating arrangements and details on High Speed trains including photos and videos. Click here to visit our new Canadian website

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London & Paris: Summer Lovin’— traveling fast

Thursday, July 9th, 2009

Eurostar train at the station

London and Paris are two of the most sought after destinations in Europe. Aside from being cultural icons, they are also jam-packed with fun things to see and do!

Now more than ever it’s simple to add both of these cities to your summer travel itinerary. By taking Eurostar you can arrive in Paris from London in just 2 hours and 15 minutes. That’s amazing!

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Switzerland: Peak-ture Perfect

Monday, April 20th, 2009

With the abundance of magnificent peaks you can find while traveling throughout Switzerland, you’ll be glad you packed the digital camera!

Beauty lurks around every corner in this spectacular country, and you can see even more of this lush landscape when you hop on the train and explore.

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There’s no excuse not to visit Mulhouse!

Monday, April 20th, 2009

Mulhouse is located just across the border from Basel Switzerland, in southern Alsace. It is also very near to Freiburg Germany and Colmar France. With its great location, you can get a taste of many different cultures.

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Switzerland: Surround yourself with beauty

Monday, April 20th, 2009

You may think of Switzerland as cold and mountainous, and to some extent you are correct, however, there is so much more to this Alpine haven!

All the reading and research you could do on this magnificent country cannot fully prepare you for what you’ll feel when you arrive in Switzerland. To truly be able to appreciate this country, you must take a trip there.

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Slovenia: One of Europe’s hidden gems

Monday, April 20th, 2009

Are you looking for a great vacation spot? Many travelers agree that Western Europe is quite familiar and comfortable. With that said, you are most likely contemplating a flight to Paris or Rome, nothing wrong with that, but, this Spring, why not be a little more adventurous? Why not travel to Slovenia and experience all this hidden treasure has to offer. You will be surprised and find yourself falling in love with the country…after all, LOVE is right in its name!

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Spain: Make a memory in Madrid

Monday, April 20th, 2009

Plaza Mayor, Madrid Spain

Plaza Mayor, Madrid Spain

As summer draws nearer, schools will be closing soon and vacation plans will be made. Why not bring the family to Madrid, a family-friendly hot spot! What makes Madrid such a great travel destination? Well, It’s got everything, from zoos to world renowned museums, palaces and amusement parks. And each step of the way you and your family will experience the thrill of Spanish culture.

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Sibiu, a Transylvanian Treasure

Monday, April 20th, 2009

Located in southern Transylvania, you will find the fantastically quaint city of Sibiu. By far one of the prettiest cities in this region. Sibiu is the largest medieval site in Romania. The city was named as the Cultural Capital of Europe for 2007, a great honor to be bestowed upon a city – and well-deserved too!

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Off we go to Oslo!

Monday, April 20th, 2009

This post will bring you to a country that is not usually #1 on the dream vacation list, however, it should be! Come Explore Oslo, Norway with us to see why you should consider taking a trip to this lovely Scandinavian haven.

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Zip through Zagreb, then Split

Monday, April 20th, 2009

Have you been dreaming of an off-the-beaten path adventure? Come to Croatia to truly appreciate the natural beauty that can be found all around. Though not as popular as other European hot spots just yet, Croatia is quickly gaining popularity and winning over many travelers.

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Interlaken: Peak your interest

Monday, April 20th, 2009

Switzerland is chock full of picturesque landscape, welcoming people and of course, tons of mountain peaks! Interlaken represents a great mix of traditional Switzerland.You will find Interlaken located towards the heart of Switzerland, nestled between Lakes Thun and Brienz. Several peaks stand tall above the city, the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, which make it that much more magical to visit!

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Get to know London and Paris, in a day

Monday, April 20th, 2009

In 1994, Eurostar changed the way people traveled between London and Paris. In 2007, they reinvented the art of travel once more…On November 14, 2007, Eurostar moved to it’s new home in Central London, St Pancras International Station. This move brought about exciting changes. St Pancras is served by a brand new high speed rail line, High Speed 1 (HS1), which allows Eurostar trains to travel at a top speed of 186mph for the entire journey. Traveling on this high-speed line has reduced travel times by at least 20 minutes. This brings London and Paris even closer together!

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