For most Americans, visiting the D-Day landing beaches and memorials to the soldiers who gave their lives in 1944 is a high point of any trip to France. The French government and local residents carefully preserve the memory of those who fought to liberate their country. There are many poignant and moving sites to visit. […]
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Rome to Siena by Train
Traveling from Rome to Tuscany by train encourages explorers to ditch the car and relish a stunning landscape as they’re speedily transported around the seductive region. The journey from Rome to Siena is straight up as the crow flies. From Rome’s main terminus, Termini Rail Station, travelers can take a high-speed train to Florence and […]
Paris to Dinan & Brest by Train
West of Normandy is another jewel in France’s tourist crown, Brittany. The former Celtic nation has a remarkable history, its own language, and an unquenchable rebellious spirit. Bretagne (Breton: Breizh) is a land of contrasts. The region is made up of five “départements” in its north and west, including Côtes-d’Armor and Finistère, and the department […]
Paris to Marseille by Train
The Mediterranean Sea laps against a hodgepodge of blue, gray, and green buildings. The ancient Roman port city hums with a liveliness that can only be found in a metropolis like Paris, albeit on a smaller and more manageable scale. This is Marseille, one-time Greek colony, modern France’s second-largest city and capital of the Provence-Alpes-Côte […]
Rome to Naples (and Pompeii) by Train
Contemporary swagger meets old-world splendor in Naples, a Jekyll and Hyde city that is an absorbing diversion from Rome. Vestiges of Greek and Roman empires rub up against relics of a once influential kingdom, backdropped by an abrasive urban sprawl filled with exceptional restaurants. The immense and vibrant city center is a UNESCO World Heritage […]
Rome to Tuscany by Train
Tuscany invites superlatives. Medieval hilltop towns melt into a picture postcard landscape steeped in history and art. Scything through the magnetic region are frequent trains from Rome to Tuscany, unlocking the region’s treasures for curious travelers who enjoy taking their time. The Rome and Florence rail hubs center the Toscana rail network, with many […]
Paris to Bordeaux by Train
Bordeaux is far more than a destination for wine connoisseurs. France’s sixth-largest city bursts with historic monuments, intriguing museums, and absorbing diversions. Numerous Paris to Bordeaux trains reach the ‘Pearl of Aquitaine’ in under three hours. With frequent Bordeaux to Paris trains for the return journey, it is even possible, with some hustle, to squeeze-in […]
Rome to Florence by Train
Rome and Florence are headline destinations for visitors to Italy. Connected by a rich vein of history and outsized influence on European culture, they are the first cities on many ‘must see’ lists. Fast trains make the journey easy. Traveling from Rome to Florence by train takes just over 1 ½ hours on the cream […]
Paris to Provence by Train
Paris may be the big draw for first-time visitors to France, but the magic of Provence draws visitors back again and again. Rolling from the Alps down to the French Riviera, Provence stretches from the banks of the Rhône to the Italian border and encompasses some of France’s most compelling coastal destinations. Getting from Paris […]
Cinque Terre by Train
Clinging to Ligurian cliffs, the colorful fishing villages of Cinque Terre are a UNESCO World Heritage Site that attracts millions of annual visitors. Untouched by time, the terraced hills, pastel-hued buildings, and breathtaking hiking trails retain an unspoiled beauty that keeps visitors coming back for more. The compact region is perfect for rail exploration. Regional […]