Europe by train

12 easy day trips from Milan by train

Milan can be a great base for day trips to some incredible Italian destinations. Within 1-2…
Inside Europe’s tidal wonder: discovering Mont Saint Michel

Mont Saint-Michel, a stunning island fortress, has a rich history dating back to the 8th-century. Known…
Explore France: 10 great day trips from Paris by train

If you’re travelling to Paris for an extended stay, consider day trips to nearby destinations. France’s…
Discover Italy’s 12 most interesting medieval cathedrals

2025 is a Jubilee year for the Catholic Church. Rome will be at its busiest. So…
Explore Europe: 20 train trips for a great short break from Luxembourg

Based in Luxembourg? Want a weekend getaway? By train, in under 6 hours, you can explore…
12 beautiful Italian cities without the crowds

Want to explore Italian cities beyond Rome, Florence, and Venice? In this article I feature twelve…
Where to go in France other than Paris: 11 stunning alternative French cities

There is more to France thant the beautiful capital city of Paris and the romance and…
Escape the crowds: 10 of Europe’s hidden gems

Like Europe’s most loved and visited destinations – just better. These 10 hidden gems are great…
A journey through the most beautiful cathedrals in Europe

Notre Dame is the most famous and iconic medieval cathedral in Europe. There are many more.…
A Roman gem in Spain: What to see in Zaragoza

Looking for a Spanish gem with as much culture as Madrid or Barcelona, but without the…