Put simply, traveling with Eurail eliminates lost time. You’re not missing moments trying to get from point A to point B, but rather enjoying the ride of the rails, in addition to cutting aggravation to an absolute minimum as you explore Europe.

Imagine beginning the day in Dublin, Ireland and hopping a train to Cork in the morning. The few hours you spend on the train aren’t wasted in anticipation of your destination … rather, they’re spent taking in the lush Irish countryside and enjoying breakfast with friends. Upon arrival, you’re not worn out and starving; you’re ready to explore the public market, chat with street artists, and climb to the top of Blarney Castle. And at the end of the day, able to relax on the return trip.

Eurail has made travel simple for tourists and business travelers of all ages, but also more flexible. Purchase a Eurail Select Pass, for instance, and explore several countries at virtually any pace you wish. Or, take advantage of Eurail discounts with partnering transportation outfits, such as Irish Ferries, which provides overnight accommodations, food, and entertainment on the high seas … and in the morning, spectacular views of the French coast, where a new journey can begin.

Eurail passes also allow passengers to board high-speed trains such as France’s TGV system, which further open the door to new, rich experiences. Use Paris as the hub of a wheel with many spokes, and take day or overnight trips to the temperate south or the historical north. Make a game of it, searching for the perfect crepe, the most scenic vista, or the most rewarding walking tour … is it the medieval streets of Dijon, or an evening stroll of the Seine in Paris?

With the trains as your guides, travel isn’t a series of weary trips punctuated by hurried visits of a chosen destination. Instead, the rails lead the way to added color, excitement, and romance, as well as many unexpected, and rewarding, twists and turns.

Jaclyn C. Stevenson, travel and business writer,
Springfield Mass., U.S.A.
www.writerjax.com