Blog posts to help you plan the perfect Interrail trip.
Spain is a country that is full of culture, history and natural beauty. Whether you’re interrailing through the country or just spending a couple of days in Madrid, there’s plenty to see and do. This article will give you an overview of what to expect in Madrid – from great places to eat and drink…
The Baltic states of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia have their own unique landscapes and cultures rich in history. While many films continue to depict the Baltic countries under the Soviet Union, such as Hannibal Rising taking the viewers through the childhood of Hannibal Lecter in Soviet Lithuania, the reality of these countries could not be…
Without question, dogs are one of the most popular pets to have. There are an estimated 12.5 million pet dogs in the UK, reinforcing the well-known fact that Britain is a nation of animal lovers! Most people treat their pet dogs as members of their families. They go to great lengths to ensure they are…
The past year was a difficult one for Interrail travel. However, we wanted to ensure we continued to improve our website during this time, so that when people are able to start Interrailing again, we provide a great experience and make planning your Interrail trip as easy as possible. So, here are some of the…
Sarajevo is one of the most historical but misunderstood places in Europe. It has a bloody history that dates back to the early 90s. Fast-forward to today, Sarajevo stands as a transformed modern city with many beautiful places like hotels, museums, and shopping centres, which are worth exploring and definitely a great place to stop…
Coronavirus (COVID-19) has made Interrail trips around Europe impossible over the last few months, with borders closing and only essential travel allowed. Now, borders are opening up across Europe and train travel around the continent is becoming possible again. If you’re thinking about making your Interrail trip a reality in the coming months, it’s important…
While the Greek mainland is not as developed in tourism as the Greek islands are, it is a fantastic place to go. Because of the lack of tourism development, it does give you an amazing opportunity to travel off the beaten track and enjoy plenty of privacy while traveling. You can go interrailing in mainland…
Are you trying to plan your Interrail trip but don’t know which countries are included on your Interrail Global Pass? Well, luckily our Interrail planning tool makes sure you stay within the rules by only letting you choose destinations your pass will is valid in. We’ve created a handy map which highlights the participating countries…
Want to save 10% on your Interrail pass so you can go interrailing around Europe next summer? Well, you’re in luck! Interrail by National Rail are running a 10% Christmas sale, starting on Black Friday (29th November) and running until midnight on 31st December.
You can go through decades wondering where your life is taking you, and then one day, it can dawn on you. The thing that’s been missing from your existence is a cheese-fuelled train journey across Europe, sampling the most celebrated cheeses the continent has to offer. Okay, that might be a little over the top,…
Each year, more than 230,000 people aged between 18-25 decide to embark on a gap year, eager to fill their days with fun, productivity and adventure. You can do anything in your year off, but make sure to spend some of these days wisely by travelling and immersing yourself in a variety of different cultures….
Interrailing around Europe is one of the biggest adventures you can take, but it only works well if you have any idea where to go and how to map the best route. Europe is a big place to see, which means you need to be specific about what you want to see on your way…
Greece boasts great weather and some beautiful scenery and beaches. Of course, some of the best beaches and coastlines are found on the Greek Islands, a group of 53 small islands not too far from the mainland. There’s no way you’d be able to get a train out to these islands, but that doesn’t mean…
It has just been announced that after more talks between the Rail Delivery Group, the representatives of UK railways, and Eurail Group that they have now agreed that the UK will remain part of the Interrail scheme. This is excellent news for both UK and European travellers!
Update: the UK will now remain part of the Interrail scheme following a u-turn! Read more about it here. Today, Rail Delivery Group – the representatives of UK rail operators – announced that they would be leaving the Interrail scheme on 1st January 2020. The UK has been a part of Interrail since 1973, but…
When people go on holiday, they usually think about getting to their destination as quickly as possible, hence why they choose to fly by plane. However, what people often forget is that budget airlines are not only stuffy and come with long queues, but they’re also not the most enjoyable experiences. Being cramped on a…
Did you know that you can Interrail in Japan? Well, that’s not quite true… but there is a Japan Rail pass (or JR pass) which is very similar to an Interrail pass. The Japan Rail pass lets you travel on the Japanese rail network for a set period of time – 7, 14, or 21…
Travelling as a vegan often means having to think about the food options available in the destinations you want to head to. So, if you’re thinking of buying an Interrail pass and you want to explore Europe, you’ll probably want to think about which of the continent’s many beautiful cities are most vegan-friendly. There are…
NEW: Use our route planning tool to meet fellow Interrailers Create your itinerary & activate your profile to be discovered by people visiting the same places at the same time. Create itinerary NEW! Or continue to use our original Travel Buddy Finder… We’ve noticed that a lot of people are keen to find others to…
Use this code to get 25% off Interrail Planner Premium: BLOG-EARLYBIRD (Valid until the end of February 2019) We’ve launched Interrail Planner Premium to make planning your trip around Europe even more convenient. The benefits of a Premium account are two-fold: exclusive offers & extra features! Exclusive Offers Interrail Planner Premium gives you access to…
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