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Venice to Verona train times and prices: Can you do a day trip?

My Venice to Verona train guide details transit times and costs. Find practical advice for planning a day trip between these Veneto cities. Venice to Verona trains, summarised There are several trains per hour. The fast Frecciarossa service takes as little as 55 minutes. Tickets…

Almeria to Granada train times & ticket prices: A realistic day trip?

It’s a slow train from Almeria to Granada. Daytrippers should consider driving or getting the bus. Granada is rightly regarded as one of the jewels of Andalucia. The Alhambra complex is magnificent – although you should book tickets well in advance if you want to…

Prague to Linz train times, ticket prices and journey length

There are four direct Prague to Linz trains per day, with ticket prices starting at €19. Linz on European rail trip Linz doesn’t tend to get as much tourist attention as other Austrian cities – notably Vienna, Salzburg and Innsbruck. However, this city on the…

How to get from Linz to Cesky Krumlov: Train, bus or private tour?

Linz in Austria is the closest major city to Cesky Krumlov, but the best transport option isn’t obvious. Getting to Cesky Krumlov The Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov is one of the most attractive destinations in Central Europe. Positioned in a loop of the Vltava…

Prague to Olomouc train times & ticket prices: A feasible day trip?

Relatively frequent – and cheap – trains make Olomouc a feasible day trip destination from Prague. But an overnight stay is recommended. The appeal of Olomouc Prague is not the only city in Czechia worth visiting, and Olomouc in the east of the country is…

Prague to Cesky Krumlov train: Is it direct and how long does it take?

The one direct train a day from Prague to Cesky Krumlov isn’t ideal for a day trip. But there are other options… Europe’s most beautiful town? Cesky Krumlov in Czechia has a strong claim to being Europe’s most beautiful town. This southern Bohemian town is…

Five things I learned about the world recently – 18 June 2025

I’m planning for this to become a regular feature on the site. Every time I learn five new things about the world that I find strangely interesting, I’m going to write them down and share them. This week, I have discovered that… Europe’s longest train…

Dunedin Railway Station in Dunedin, New Zealand.

Visiting Dunedin Railway Station in New Zealand: What you need to know

Dunedin Railway Station is a New Zealand architectural landmark. Learn about its Flemish Renaissance style, visitor access, and history. Dunedin Railway Station is one of New Zealand’s best-known landmarks, famous for its ornate architecture and historic charm. Opened in 1906, the station quickly became a…

Miniatur Wunderland in Hamburg, Germany.

Miniatur Wunderland, Hamburg: 2026 visitor guide with prices & hours

Plan your visit to Miniatur Wunderland in Hamburg. My 2026 guide includes ticket prices, opening hours, and tips for the world's largest model railway. Walking into Miniatur Wunderland in Hamburg, Germany, I thought I knew what to expect. Model trains going round in circles, maybe…

Berlin to Prague by train: A realistic day trip?

The Berlin to Prague train timetable makes a day trip possible, with tickets costing from €18.99. But it’s better to turn the two cities into a twin centre holiday. City breaks in Berlin and Prague Berlin and Prague are two of Europe’s great city break…