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Rail passes offer discount train travel throughout Europe

Consecutive or flexi travel? One country or a whole bunch? Saver passes? Rail 'n Drive? Overwhelmed with trying to pick the right European rail pass? Possibilities can be daunting... but choosing the perfect pass can save you time and money. A rail pass lets you bypass long ticket lines at the train station. You won't have to wrestle with an unfamiliar language just to buy a ticket. Best of all, you'll save cash -- providing you choose the right pass. European rail pass types vary to suit a range of routes and whims. Best known is the original Eurail Global Pass which lets you meander back and forth among 18 countries. Eurail Select Pass -- formerly Europass -- lets pass holders crisscross three, four or five bordering countries. Multi-country passes are for exploring selected regions and some adjoining countries. There are also a wide range of single-country passes available. European rail passes are available in two formats. Consecutive passes, valid from t...

General Overview Of Eurail Passes

One of the most confusing things about any trip is navigating through the reservations and the specifics of the travel package. With so many options available, it can be easy to overlook certain options that could be perfectly suited for your vacation. Eurail offers many types of passes, and they all have specific purposes. It is often helpful to have all of the necessary information in front of you when making decisions for your vacation. Eurail has many options and passes all with separate advantages. The following is a list of Eurail passes that includes a summary of what they actually do and do not allow, as well as some additional general information. Travel Day A travel day is a 24 hour period from midnight to midnight in which one can travel on as many trains, even internationally, and have it only count as one day. Another beneficial factor comes with the 7PM rule. This rule states that, if you board a direct, overnight train after 7PM one evening, then only the ...