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Paris to Munich by Train
France and Germany share a border, an enthusiasm for picturesque castles and a complicated history (putting it mildly). Yet, they remain countries of striking contrasts. Today, they couldn’t be better neighbors, exemplified by an integrated high-speed rail network that makes it convenient and comfortable to hop from Paris to Munich by train. The Paris to…
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Sicily by Train: 5 Popular Rail Routes for Travelers
Sicily, the Mediterranean’s largest and most populous island, is one of Italy’s most thrilling regions. 2,500 years of conquering civilizations from across Europe, Scandinavia, the Middle East and…
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The 10 Best Day Trips From Rome by Train
The Italian capital contains enough sights and attractions to make any vacation burst at the seams. But if you’re keen to see more of Italy, there are some…
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What Are “Regionale” Trains in Italy?
A Regionale train in Italy is a local train service that operates within the same region or between neighboring regions. These trains are generally slower, making more stops…
The 10 Best Day Trips From Paris by Train
Once in Paris, it can be hard to wrench yourself away. The City of Light is home to some of the world’s leading attractions, more than enough to…
Is the Paris to Venice Overnight Train Really Returning?
Travelers must exercise patience, but, yes, the Paris to Venice overnight train is set to return. But this time, a new operator takes over. Here are the details.…
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Milan to Lake Como by Train
A shimmering natural wonder nestled on the Swiss-Italian border, Lake Como is a delight for nature lovers and anyone with a taste for the high life. A regional…
Paris to Monaco by Train
For Parisians and tourists, the shimmering charms of Provence and the French Riviera are irresistible. The stunning region is dotted with colorful towns infused with Mediterranean character. One…
Paris to Chamonix by Train
Traveling from Paris to Chamonix by train is a journey of extraordinary contrasts. From a crowded metropolis bursting with cultural marvels to a tranquil landscape of natural wonders.…
6 Incredible Overnight Destinations by Train Between Paris and Rome
Paris and Rome. Paradise and Valhalla, two worlds apart. On the one hand, you have decadent heaven on Earth known as Paris: the city of love, lights, fashion…
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Nice to Venice by Train
A rail journey from the heart of the French Riviera to the dreamy canals of Venice is one for travelers content to while away 8-9 hours gliding along…
R.I.P. Overnight Trains From Paris to Rome
Sadly, Italian railway, Thello, no longer offers overnight trains from Paris to Rome, discontinuing the service in 2013. The other overnight train option available was Paris to Venice, then…
The Bernina Express From Paris to Rome
In Europe, slow travel is a luxury. You can, however, pull together a few unforgettable events if you have the time. Riding Switzerland’s Bernina Express when traveling from Paris…
Rome to Venice by Train
Nowhere in Italy is celebrated with as many romantic epithets as Venice. “La Serenissima,” “City of Bridges,” and “Queen of the Adriatic,” to name a few. Yet, no…
Rome to Sicily by Train
Bursting with Mediterranean character, Sicily is a world away from Italy’s big northern cities. Yet, the charismatic island layered with millennia of history is easily reached on direct…
Rome to Pisa by Train
Although Pisa sits at the northern end of Tuscany, the high-speed journey from Rome to Pisa by train takes under 2 ½ hours. It is ideal for day…