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Summers of languid afternoons splashing in and out of the water are just around the corner. And one of the best things about holidaying in Europe is you don’t need to fly for scenic beaches and refreshing dips. Flight-free experts at Byway have curated a series of journeys by train for travellers who want to dive into a more sustainable adventure. Chlorinated pools can have an annual footprint of 1,400kg CO2, so all these trips take you to dreamy natural swimming spots. Surf all summer long in San SebastiánSan Sebastián is often dubbed Spain's foodie capital, but it is also one of the country'...
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German trains will soon feature new cabins designed for greater privacy as part of a multi-billion euro revamp. State railway operator Deutsche Bahn (DB) has unveiled plans for compartments with frosted glass where travellers can take private video calls or ‘cuddle’. Dubbed ‘knutsch-abteil’ (‘smooch cabins’) by German newspaper Bild, they will be rolled out on DB’s Intercity Express (ICE) high-speed trains. The company is also planning to install digital seat reservations and scent buttons. German trains will have private cabins for taking video callsThe new compartments measuring two metres b...
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When navigating Osaka city, the quickest and most convenient method is utilizing the Osaka Metro subway network. In this article, we introduce the features and tickets offered by Osaka Metro and the major tourist spots that can be accessed along its lines. Osaka Subway Route MapPicture courtesy of Osaka MetroThe Osaka Metro operates the Midosuji Line, Tanimachi Line, Yotsubashi Line, Chuo Line, Senichimae Line, Sakaisuji Line, Nagahori Tsurumi Ryokuchi Line, and Imazatosuji Line, in addition to the Newtram Nanko Port Town Line. For more details, please refer to this link. Osaka Metro One-Day P...
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Given the noise disruption and lack of legroom of a long-haul flight, many travellers are curious to try a night train to ensure a better night’s sleep. With proper beds and eco-credentials, sleeper trains certainly seem conducive to drifting off peacefully. So how do Europe’s night train services compare and which is best for dozing undisturbed? Here’s what traveller reviews on TripAdvisor and other websites say about sleeping on a sleeper. The small cabins on the Venice Simplon Orient Express are worth itIt may be the big-budget option, but the Venice Simplon Orient Express boasts glowing re...
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Travellers to Turkey will soon be able to explore some of its historic treasures and culinary delights with a new tourist train. The Mesopotamia Express departs from the capital Ankara and meanders through the country’s inner, eastern and southeastern Anatolian regions. The train stops at destinations including Kayseri, Malatya and Elazığ with enough time for sightseeing. “It is crucial for developing tourism in our city and region,” Mehmet Kaya, president of the Diyarbakır Chamber of Commerce and Industry, told Turkish media. “We have made every effort to ensure people see and get to know the...
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Following on from the success of Germany’s Deutschlandticket, France is set to launch its own version this summer. In an interview with AFP on Wednesday French transport minister Patrice Vergriete said an agreement had been found with all regions. The scheme is expected to cost €49 per month and it will be available to around 700,000 young people under the age of 27 this July and August. It will allow unlimited travel on TER and Intercity trains but will exclude high-speed TGV trains. Back in September, President Emmanuel Macron promised the introduction of a national rail pass during an inter...
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“Night trains are the future,” says Georges Gilkinet, Belgium’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Mobility. It’s something he hopes to persuade his EU colleagues of as Belgium presides over the Council of the European Union this year. During the next EU informal meeting of transport ministers in Brussels in early April, Gilkinet will put night trains firmly on the agenda. Together with Austria, Belgium has led the development of night trains in recent years. Both countries now want other EU member states to focus on connecting Europe’s major cities by sleeper train. Here’s why Gilkinet is...
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Bjorn Bender, CEO of Rail Europe, is a man who knows trains. In the last year alone he travelled roughly 75,000 kilometres across Europe. For him, train travel is “not about going from A to B, it's actually a second home. It's my office, where I can really do my work.” Since COVID, there has been a renewed interest in rail services, as travellers seek to stay closer to home and many try to mitigate the negative impact of air travel on the environment. Demand has risen across the globe, and it’s something Bjorn has seen reflected in ticket sales. “Mobility demand is huge and is increasing globa...
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As more people reconsider how they travel on a warming planet, a small but growing contingent in Europe wants to switch from high-emission, short-haul planes to more climate-friendly sleeper trains. But for all the climate benefits - plus the enduring romance of overnight train journeys - it's not always simple building a vacation around them. Several national railways and private operators have moved in to meet the rising demand, and the result is a patchwork of overnight routes sold on over 30 different websites. Many routes may not run every day, and online ticket aggregators don’t include ...
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When Poppy was quoted nearly €7,000 for a family trip to Lapland by a holiday provider, she knew she could do better. After extensive research and planning, she pulled off the two-day break for a family of four for just €1,700 including flights, accommodation, car hire and all activities. Since then, Poppy has favoured the DIY route for holidays - and she realised that all parents like saving money, but struggle to know where to start. So Poppy began sharing her travel tips and tricks on social media. “It feels like I’ve won a competition when I manage to find bargains and I just wanted to sha...
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