Great Reasons to Plan Your Vacation Around Rail

Rail Europe is a strong competitor to the airline industry in Europe. However people still are a little unsure of the benefits of this type of travel. In this article I will give 10 great points as to why you should use Rail Europe for your next European vacation.

1. Train travel is one of life's great luxuries. You can enjoy breathtaking scenery in a lot more comfort than being jammed into a Boeing 737. Granted the pace is slower but this is also a benefit. You get to see the snow capped mountains of the Alps, the Glistening waters of the Mediterranean Sea, the rich fertile farmlands and the dark green arboreal forest's of Europe from many perspectives. Not just top down as you do from a jumbo.
2. Over sized luggage is not a problem. There are no extra fees. If you are travelling with the family and going on a skiing holiday, the luggage charges can add up.
3. With sleeping carriages, you will arrive at your over night destination more rested than when you left. When was the last time that happened on an aeroplane? Unless of course you are flying first class. Even then the luxury offered by Rail Europe is unsurpassed.
4. Refunds are not a problem. You will receive a refund minus 15% within six months of purchasing your rail europe ticket.
5. Versatility is much better than an air ticket. If you choose to stay another week, there is no need to rebook your ticket. Just head to the train station when you are ready. Also there is no need to pre book a ticket, they are always available.
6. Rail Europe passes are not solely restricted to the train network. Many of the ferries that ply their trade through Greece and the other major tourist countries accept these tickets.
7. Most major train stations are situated in metropolitan centers. So if you wish to participate in the urban culture of a city, you generally will not even need a taxi. Shops, Cafe's, Museums and Art Galleries are often within walking distance of most of Europes central train stations.
8. It is much easier to encounter fellow tourists from around the world on the Rail Europe network. Part of the fun of travelling is meeting new and different people and train allows much more scope for this kind of interaction.
9. The rising cost of fuel is making travel around Europe a lot more expensive. European Countries have record high fuel costs, which can be felt at the petrol pump.
10. Finally there are single pass and multipass options. If you are going to go to more five or more destinations then the value afforded by a Rail Europe ticket is unsurpassed. There are no booking fees, middle men or shipping charges.