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New Post has been published on https://www.saveatrain.com/blog/top-10-easy-tips-for-train-riding-smart/ Top 10 Easy Tips for Train Riding Smart Top 10 Easy Tips for Train Riding Smart Traveling by train can be one of the most relaxing and enjoyable ways to get around. You need to know how to make the best out of your journey and be smart. Being well organized and knowing what’s what goes a long way towards making your train trip a highlight of your holiday or adventure. Take a look at these Top 10 Easy Tips for Train Riding Smart. Be prepared for your next journey. TIP ONE: Buy Your Ticket In Advance Top 1 of Top 10 Easy Tips for Train Riding Smart, Make sure to plan your trip and purchase your tickets in advance to make sure you get on the trains you want. Be sure to ask about any specials or discounts that may be available to you. Who doesn’t love saving some cash! You will be able to save a bit of money to spend on other parts of your trip.   Woman at a Train Statio...

New Post has been published on https://www.saveatrain.com/blog/europe-route-planner-trains/ Europe Route Planner for trains Europe Route Planner A Europe Route Planner is essential in organizing your train journey across Europe. First of all, there are over 10,000 destinations one can visit in Europe. Due to the number of destinations, it is important to research how to map your travel. You probably want to have your own unique route to travel through Europe. And in order to plan ahead of time, you may want to reserve tickets in advance. Most noteworthy is you should be able to book journeys that include customer service in your language and allow for flexibility. Important planning factors All planning begins with making sure you have the necessary travel documents. Similarly, before planning your journey, you may want to consider flying to the first destination if you live outside Europe. Europe involves many factors. But some of the factors that seem important to current travelers ...

New Post has been published on https://www.saveatrain.com/blog/beach-holidays-by-train-in-belgium/ Beach Holidays by Train in Belgium Beach Holidays by Train in Belgium   North Sea coast at Knokke-Heist near Zeebrugge, Belgium For a small country, Belgium has its fair share of exquisite train trips with many a wonderful sight to see. The Belgian coast is a great way to relax and enjoy the sunshine and with 65 kilometers of coast, there are many exciting seaside activities to indulge in. Take a total break and catch a train to your destination of choice. Here are some of the best beach holidays by train in Belgium. Ostend If you are looking for the perfect day out at the beach then this is the place to visit. Also known as the “City at the Sea”, Ostend has over 9 kilometers of beautiful sandy beaches ready for sunbathing. There is also a great promenade and a range of museums, shops, and restaurants in the city. From 28 June until 31 August each year Ostend plays host t...

New Post has been published on https://www.saveatrain.com/blog/swiss-trains-ranked-best-europe/ Swiss trains ranked best in Europe Swiss trains are the best in Europe according to the Boston Consulting Group . First of all, the Swiss achieved high ratings despite dropping quality. The Swiss achieved a 7.2 overall rating out of 10. whilst Denmark, Finland, and Germany all achieved a 6+ rating. Amongst the ratings, it is especially relevant to mention that Bulgaria achieved a low rating of 1.9. Switzerland achieved its high rating because it scored full marks on the intensity of use . Stunning scenery aboard Swiss trains. The details of the report In addition to achieving high ratings, Swiss trains are also considered to be good value for money. The index ratings are as follows; Tier 1 Switzerland (7.2) Denmark (6.8) Finland (6.6) Germany and Austria (6.1) Sweden and France (6.0) Tier 2 Britain and The Netherlands (5.3) Spain (5.0) Belgium (4.6) Italy (4.5) Tier 3 Romania ...

New Post has been published on https://www.saveatrain.com/blog/best-meals-trains/ Best meals on trains Best meals available on trains The best meals available on trains are first of all delicious. Because many trains offer 5-star accommodation and first class food . This includes food made by world famous chefs. You are probably used to reading about amazing food in train stations or beautiful scenery you can see on a train journey.  Therefore it might surprise you that the food you can eat on a train is equally exquisite. Here are the top 7 meals you can eat on trains 1: Belmond British Pullman (U.K.) Departing to numerous destinations in Britain from London, this train offers a fine dining experience. Dining includes meals created by celebrity chefs  Tom Kerridge and Anton Mosimann who are renowned for their elite UK dining clubs. Tom Kerridge’s Thai prawn red curry. Image Credit https://www.asdagoodliving.co.uk 2: Belmond Hiram Bingham (Peru) Perhaps ...

New Post has been published on https://www.saveatrain.com/blog/the-first-train-trip-ever-made-in-italy/ The First Train Trip Ever Made in Italy Italy has some wonderful train trips. It has a number of beautiful trains and exquisite stations throughout the country, but where was the first train trip ever made in Italy?? The Beginning The first train trip ever made in Italy  introduced railways was when Italy was a divided country. Once Italy was united it took some years to link and connect the existing railway lines. The first train line that Italy built was the Naples-Portici line which was in the then Kingdom of the Two Sicilies. The line was 7.25 kilometers long. It was inaugurated on 3 rd October in 1839. This was 9 years after the first “modern” inner-city line was built which was the Liverpool and Manchester Railway. The initial track was a double track and it ran from the current site of Corso Garibaldi in Naples to the Royal Palace at Portici. The Royal P...

EU to invest 1 billion Euros in trains by  david  May 4, 2018   TRAIN FINANCE  0 EU European travel by Trains Proposal The EU has proposed to invest €1 billion in  trains  to boost European travel, This investment will combine with public and private funding. Altogether, the total investment will exceed €4.5 billion. The investment will come through a funding group called  Connecting Europe Facility . In short, the funding will come from a few groups. These groups include national, private and investment banks. Funding will help upgrade the European rail network. Also, the investment will help develop alternative fuel options. Additionally, the funding will pave the way for zero emission transport. European Travel Projects Projects will focus on the core network of European travel. €719.5 million is for the European rail network. €99.6 million is for upgrading road transport. Also, €78.9 millio...

New Post has been published on https://www.saveatrain.com/blog/4-train-route-views-to-make-your-instagram-account-shine/ 4 train route views to make your Instagram account shine 4 train route views to make your Instagram account shine! Traveling by train is comfortable, environmentally friendly and it provides spectacular views , perfect for making your Instagram a lot prettier. Here are 4 train route views to make your Instagram account shine. West Highland Line, Scotland Scotland famously has some of the most beautiful landscapes and views in the world. This railway journey offers extensive views of remote moors, lochs, and mountains. When traveling on the West Highland Line, you’ll be lucky enough to experience the legendary Glenfiddich Viaduct. Look familiar? That’s because it was featured as the Hogwarts Express in the Harry Potter movie franchise. Imagine the double-taps those views will get.  Glacier Express, Switzerland If you prefer a slower pac...