Blog posts to help you plan the perfect Interrail trip.
Prague is one of the most popular places for interrailers and it’s easy to see why. The Czech capital is romantic and beautiful, on par with Paris even. Its nicknames include the City of 100 Spires and the Golden City and its history dates back a millennium, to the construction of Prague Castle in the…
Berlin is one of the cheapest capital cities in Western Europe so is the perfect place for the interrailer on a shoestring. You can eat cheap, sleep cheap and – most importantly – drink cheap. It’s also boasts some of the best nightlife in the world. The German capital will keep you busy so you…
So you’re thinking about interrailing in Croatia? Great choice, Croatia is a stunning country. Its Adriatic coastline is mesmerising and with over 1,000 islands it is one of Europe’s jewels. It’s easy to see why Croatia has become so popular in recent years, attracting festival-goers, yachters, families, and interrailers alike. But, there are so many…
With it being almost a year since we published our first blog post on unusual European sports events, we thought it was high time to get into gear and write part two! After drawing your attention to some of Europe’s greatest spectacles, Calcio Storico, Palio di Siena and La Regate des Baignores, all of which…
Aoife Dowling takes us through her experiences of Budapest and shares very useful tips to make your experience in the Hungarian capital the best it can be. The minute I stepped off the train station I knew Budapest had my heart. The massive entrance to the train station told us exactly what to expect from…
It may be November right now, but there’s nothing wrong with longing for summer already. And if you’re going Interrailing in the summer months, you may fancy a bit of wild swimming. We’re not talking about going to the beach, these are some of the best lakes in the world. 1. Lake Annecy, France Set…
Now, we’re not talking about the artsy European capitals like Amsterdam, Berlin, and London – these places are always jam-packed with tourists and don’t always offer the true ‘local’ vibe. If you’re after the best street art in Europe and cool one-off events, considering going to places outside of the usual tourist hotspots is highly…
Europe has a plethora of magnificent buildings and among the most impressive are cathedrals, dating back centuries. Here’s a rundown of what we consider to be the 7 best cathedrals in Europe. Santa Maria de la Sede Cathedral (Seville, Spain) Seville’s cathedral is the largest gothic cathedral in the world and is a recognised UNESCO…
Not every day we have the chance to get to visit a city in a local way. This time, however, we will explore the beautiful and sunny Barcelona with Eli, a local in love with her city and always eager to discover brand new places here. She has put together the top 5 things you…
James Jackman takes us through the perks of the idiosyncratic Benelux pass. In case you weren’t aware, Interrail offers passes for single countries, along with their well-known global pass. While most of these single country passes stay true to the name (Germany pass, Italy pass, etc), there’s one that breaks the mould – the Benelux…
When you think about Paris you probably think about the Eiffel tower, the Parisian sidewalk cafés, the Notre Dame and the Louvre. Some may also picture themselves taking a stroll down the Champs-Elysées or visiting the Sacre Coeur to enjoy a great view over Paris from the top of the hill of Montmartre. While visiting…
Everyone is aware of the mainstream sporting events and tournaments going on in Europe but there are many sports that people aren’t so familiar with and many can be seen while interrailing. Here is a list of some of our favourite European sports events… Calcio Storico The Calcio Storico or ‘historic football’ originates from the…
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