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Rail Travel Renaissance: Why Exploring Europe by Train Is the Journey of a Lifetime

There’s something undeniably romantic about rail travel in Europe - the gentle rhythm of the tracks, the ever-changing scenery beyond your window, and the sense that the journey itself is just as meaningful as the destination. Today, that timeless appeal is being reimagined for a new generation of travellers, thanks to a growing network of overnight sleeper trains and seamless cross-border connections.

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A Picture Postcard Train Journey through Norway’s ‘Land of the Midnight Sun’

Ffestiniog Travel is always delighted to receive feedback from customers about their rail journeys and holidays, so when we received a picture postcard style slide show from one couple we felt compelled to share their travels and memories as a photo blog.

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Romania: Europe’s Best Kept Secret – Travel with the Experts

Variously described as “Europe’s last wilderness” and “Europe’s best kept secret,” Romania remains one of the Continent’s most rewarding yet least discovered destinations. With its forested Carpathian Mountains, medieval Saxon towns, painted monasteries and traditional villages where horses and carts still outnumber tractors, it offers a glimpse of a Europe long since vanished elsewhere.

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Celebrate Christmas & New Year in Style – A Magical Rail Holiday Through Switzerland

Step into a winter wonderland by train and swap airport queues and motorway stress for snow-dusted mountains, festive fun, and one of the world’s most scenic rail networks. Ffestiniog Travel’s much-loved Christmas & New Year rail tour in Switzerland returns with a carefully crafted itinerary that combines effortless travel, jaw-dropping views, and the festive spirit of Switzerland’s alpine towns. With centrally located hotels, optional guided excursions, and the freedom of a First Class Swiss Travel Pass, this tour is the perfect balance of structure and independence - ideal for both seasoned travellers and winter holiday first-timers.

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Why the Fall of the Berlin Wall was a Gift to Rail Connoisseurs

General manager Maria Cook comments: “2024 is a year that marks some poignant anniversaries reflecting major historic events dating back over a Century from the start of WWI 110 years ago in 1914, the start of WWII 85 years ago in September 1939, the 80th anniversary of D-Day in June 1944 and the fall of the Berlin Wall 35 years ago in November 1989 – heralding the end of the Cold War.

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