backpacking europe

rail travel

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Europe by Rail Part 1: Picking your Eurail Pass
Backpacking and rail travel compliment each other like red wine and soft cheese. It is easy to imagine the romance of exploring Europe by train: gazing out your window over the sweeping vistas of the Swiss Alps, nibbling pain au chocolat as you plan the next leg of your journey.
National Rail Companies
Though rail passes are a great deal, point-to-point tickets might be necessary for some of your travel.

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