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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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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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As infamously crowded travel destinations such as Athens and Venice introduce visitor caps and tourist taxes, a new travel trend is emerging across Europe. It's being pioneered in France, which plans to launch a €1m campaign encouraging domestic and foreign tourists to visit destinations off the beaten track – instead of the 20% of the country where 80% of visits are concentrated. Euronews travels to ITB Berlin to discover more.
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In the EU, all employees are entitled to a minimum of four weeks’ paid holiday per year. Some countries set this figure higher, while others have a calendar of public holidays that can be used to maximise your annual leave. Taking time off work not only boosts your mental and physical health but also helps increase productivity and performance when you return, according to European Employment Services (EURES). So how does your country’s annual holiday allowance stack up? Here’s which European countries offer the most leave, and which have the most public holidays. Which European country offers...
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Pig cafés are the latest craze pulling in tourists in Japan. The surprisingly quiet, clean and companionable animals have been bringing a smile to people’s faces at Tokyo’s Mipig Café. “It was wonderful. Very relaxing and enjoyable,” said Brad Loomis, a software engineer from Washington, visiting with his 21-year-old daughter Paige. They were among dozens of customers on a recent morning, taking selfies and breaking into big grins. The pigs, a miniature breed, trotted about the room, looking for a cosy lap to cuddle up. Sandboarding and ancient temples: What to do in Peru if you’ve already see...
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How to Get to Odaiba: Train, Monorail, Boat, and Bus Routes in TokyoOdaiba is one of the major sightseeing areas in Tokyo, and is home to shopping facilities, the beautiful Rainbow Bridge, bay scenery, and a life-sized Gundam statue. Even with all these great attractions, accessing Odaiba can be somewhat inconvenient. This article summarizes various access routes to Odaiba, suggested by an author living in the area. Continue reading to learn about the various transportation methods (such as train, monorail, river cruise boat, and bus), as well as how much time and yen it takes to get there fro...
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Like many countries around the world, January 1 marks the beginning of the New Year in Japan. The first day of the year is called Oshogatsu (New Year's) or Gantan. At this annual celebration, families gather to ring in the New Year. It's the most important holiday observed in Japan. Since the entire country is partaking in festivities at home, you won't find large-scale public events, such as the ball drop in New York's Times Square. Moreover, many businesses, from restaurants to department stores, are closed on January 1. There is, however, a special custom of viewing the first sunrise of the...
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Japan's Public Holidays: Tips to Avoid the CrowdsJapan has sixteen public holidays each year. Some holidays combine with the weekends, creating consecutive holidays. These are peak times for domestic travel; most sightseeing areas and central shopping centers will be very crowded on these days. If your travels coincide with Japan's public holidays, make sure to book your flights, train tickets, and accommodation in advance \- if possible, at least two months before departure. Read on to learn what are the public holidays in 2024, their significance and background, along with travel tips. For T...
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With so much to see and do in Tokyo, what if you could personalize your travel itinerary not on the sites but rather on the stars? This autumn installment of the astrology travel guide introduces Tokyo attractions and activities that speak to your star sign: one of the 12 zodiac signs your birthday falls under. Travel Based On Your Star Sign1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.11.12. Find accommodation in Tokyo on Booking.com Fall Equinox 2023 and Other Astrological EventsThe fall equinox (“Shubun no Hi”) on September 23, 2023 is not only the “official unofficial” end of summer (although Leos would wholeheart...
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Basic Japanese for TravelersEnglish is still not widely spoken in Japan, though there are many multilingual signs and information centers within train stations and at major sightseeing destinations. Read on to learn one hundred basic Japanese phrases with their meaning and pronunciation. For a smooth trip, we also encourage you to use an automatic translation device like Pocketalk; you can use it to scan Japanese text and generate a basic translation, or to translate your own words into Japanese when you want to communicate with staff or locals at your destination. Top 100 Japanese Phrases for...
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