Blog posts to help you plan the perfect Interrail trip.
So, you’re on a whirlwind Interrail adventure across Europe, and your next stop is the vibrant capital of Croatia – Zagreb. You’ve packed your bags, sorted your rail passes, and you’re all set for an unforgettable journey through this captivating city. But wait, what should you do once you arrive? Fret not, fellow traveler. This…
Interrailing with kids might seem very daunting; having to jump on different trains and travel to different destinations whilst having the little ones with you might not initially be everyone’s idea of fun. But travelling with family can be incredible – and will create memories that last a lifetime, for you and the kids. With…
With Croatia already a popular destination for interrailers, it would be a shame to miss out on the opportunity to visit some of the country’s islands. There are over 1000 to choose from, but here we’ve compiled a list of five that we’d recommend. There are plenty of options of ferry fleets to use to…
Croatia is an undeniably beautiful country. With mystical waterfalls, fairytale-like towns and delicious food to boot, there’s so much to see and do when in this awe-inspiring country. A favourite with interrailers, it’s also easy to travel around via Zagreb – its central hub and capital. When planning your interrailing trip across Croatia, you’ll start…
Interrailing has rapidly become a fun and exciting way to travel around Europe. No matter what the final destination, there’s so much incredible scenery to experience along the way. Whether you’re a foodie and want to indulge in mouth-watering delicacies in Italy, or you want to explore the magical folklore of the Black Forest in…
If you’re planning on interrailing, you might be unsure as to where to start or finish your trip. An important decision to make, it can often be difficult to choose the perfect route. There are so many factors that you’ll want to consider when planning your route – from deciding on which countries you want…
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,…
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…
One of the largest cities in Croatia, Rijeka is situated between the forested hills of the continent and the beautiful Adriatic sea. Hence, it’s a perfect spot if you want to explore the best of both worlds, while also offering many interesting locations itself. Here, we cover some of the best places to visit in…
From well-known spots to hidden gems off the beaten track, here are just six of the best cities to inspire you while you plan your summer odyssey on the Mediterranean. Cadiz Linked by high speed trains to Seville and onwards to Madrid, Cadiz is the pearl of the Costa de la Luz. While many other…
Croatia is an interrailing hotspot and is becoming a more popular destination in general for people travelling in Europe. Split is Croatia’s second largest city, sitting on the Dalmatian Coast. It’s a buzzing place with great vibes and a true riviera feel, but also steeped in history with the enormous Diocletian’s Palace forming Split’s old…
Planning your next cheap holiday? Why not Interrail around Europe for an affordable way to travel between this continent’s best cities? To give you some interrailing inspiration, we’ve researched affordable Interrail destinations and have found the seven cheapest Interrail cities on offer. From the charming streets of Lisbon to the bars of Budapest, there is…
People love making videos of their Interrail trips, and we love watching those videos! There are lots out there and some of them are truly amazing, so we thought we’d share some of our favourites. We’ve also created trip templates for the routes in each video, so if you are particularly inspired by one of…
The co-founders of Interrail Planner went interrailing this summer, stopping off in Naples, Florence, Ancona (slightly accidentally), Split, Zagreb, Budapest, Vienna and Bratislava. Here’s what they got up to, along with their recommendations for each place they visited… We went interrailing this July and August, taking in Italy and parts of Eastern Europe. Lots of…
Using information from the routes created with our free Interrail planning tool, we’ve published a short report detailing some interesting Interrail insights, including a definitive list of the most popular destinations! Underneath, you will see a heatmap of where Interrailers tend to go in Europe, which was created from the same data. Interrail Plan Insights…
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…
Just like that, I was in Zagreb! My train arrived on time, in the capital of Croatia. It was certainly a pleasant change from my previous arrivals, hopefully it sets the standard of my future journeys. Ditching my bag in the hostel, I realised that I’d entered the European Union once again – marked by…
Football is a truly universal sport and this couldn’t be more evident in Europe. It is a continent brimming with passion for the game and full of iconic stadiums. Because of the sheer number of great stadiums to visit and experience, we have chosen to focus on stadiums in southern Europe for now. So, here…
James Jackman, an experienced interrailer, takes us through the perfect route for seeing the best museums in Europe. For museum-lovers, Europe is definitely the place to be. With over a staggering 8000 museums, you can be in no doubt that you’re spoiled for choice. However, the real question is: which ones do you see? Unless…
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