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Image via Wikipedia Exploring America can often seem like a huge endeavor, simply because the country is so large. By embarking on America rail holidays, you can see as much of the country as possible in one trip - and in comfort as well. Those keen to see the iconic sights of the west coast will find that by embarking on coast to coast tours, they can do just that. Taking a grand tour from San Francisco to New York, you will have the opportunity to visit some of the country's most exciting and vibrant cities, as well as see its most awe-inspiring natural wonders with your own eyes. Arriving in San Francisco, you will have time to explore the city before you embark on your rail adventure. You can choose to take escorted tours, or just explore on your own. Of course, the famous Golden Gate Bridge is an absolute must-see during any visit to San Francisco, while Fisherman's Wharf also remains a popular attraction. And the lure of the nearby Alcatraz is sure to pull you in. H...

Image via Wikipedia In most developed countries, traveling by train is quite comfortable and safe for solo women travelers. In countries with extensive rail lines , taking the train can be more affordable than flying, and it's often faster than buses and/or cars. Since you have the ability to walk around and stretch while traveling on a train, it can be more comfortable than other forms of transportation. And many trains offer sleeper cars. Some trains even provide sleeper cars dedicated to females. Except during very busy times, such as holidays and festivals,tickets can be purchased just prior to or even on your departure date; although, if I have to be somewhere by a certain time and date, I book in advance. As some cities have more than one station location, be sure to confirm which one you'll arrive in when you purchase your ticket. In less-developed areas, you may want to book first-class passage or a private berth if your wallet allows. Train tickets in these countri...

Image by an agent via Flickr If you are visiting Europe from North America, you will have to rethink everything about train travel . Because Europe is more condensed population-wise, and they have a longer history of rail travel, there are many advantages to train travel in Europe as opposed to air or highway transportation. For convenience, cost-effectiveness, and environmental efficiency, when considering your mode of Europe travel, train travel in Europe is a great option. Convenience. Compared with train travel in North America, Europe's trains are faster, more punctual, and with a rail network of over 100,000 miles has the ability to service more diverse destinations. We have found when going to Paris from London we save a great deal of time on Eurostar, as the trip from St. Pancreas to Gare du Nord takes about two hours, fifteen minutes and run more-or-less hourly. But the time savings on either end of the trip is where you really make up the time. Almost all airports i...

Poland is one of the ancient nations that was formed around 10th century. It is Central Europe , east of Europe and most of the area being a flat plane and mountains along the south border. Warsaw is the capital of Poland which was completely destroyed in World War II and was rebuilt from scratch again. Royal Castle of Warsaw which was reconstructed after the world war is a must see attraction. The Lazienky Palace should also be not missed which has an open air theatre and Chopin’s monument. Krakow is the second biggest city of Poland stands as a witness to its medieval era. Poland has a strong liking to music and theatre and thus home to many theatres and opera houses. Popular Polish Cuisines include Zrazy Zawijane (mushroom-stuffed beefsteak rolls in sour cream) served with boiled kasza (buckwheat) and pigs’ knuckles. Population & Languages The population of Poland is roughly 38.5 million and the official language being spoken is Polish. Electricity The voltage is 230 V...

Image via Wikipedia Holiday is always a favourite for people around the world. And many destinations and new ways in country in the world cater for tourism. Many plane company, hotels, transportations, tours have emerged because of Tourism . In fact more flight deals, hotel deals, travel deals offered across the countries around the world. In fact communication also becomes more accessible with the introduction of phone card and calling card to save money travellers during their travelling. Whether you are single, travelling with partners, with family, holiday can be enjoyed by everyone. However common travelling might have bored you for those who travel quite frequently. You might want to try another way of travelling during holiday; the one full of adventure, educational and not to forget FUN! Travel by train Explore the journey by train There are a lot of countries cater for travelling by the means of train. In this special travelling with train, you will spend most of your ti...

Jammu and Kashmir is one of the most picturesque states of the country. Due to its beauty the state is also know as the paradise on earth. Amazing snow capped peaks, beautiful rivers and lakes, dense forests and stunning gardens are the major attractions of this state. Widely spread Majestic Himalayan Mountains in the state offer the various exciting destinations, five most popular of them are following. Gulmarg Gulmarg is one of the most famous hill stations of the country. It is located in Baramula district of state Jammu and Kashmir. The hill station is a cup shaped valley surrounding by the beautiful hill peaks by all around. Various beautiful flowers at the meadow of Gulmarg make it more picturesque. Horse riding, hiking, cable car riding to Khilanmarg, golf playing and snow skiing during the month of December to middle of March are the major attractions of Gulmarg. Pahalgam Pahalgam is a famous tourism destination in Anantnag district of the state. The town o...

Image by ruei_ke via Flickr The Trans Siberian railway is one of the world's classic and most well known train journeys. It is the longest point to point rail trip currently in existence, it covers a massive amount of territory from the Pacific coast at Vladivostok all the way to the edge of Europe in Moscow . Along the journey the carriages traverse taiga, steppes, and the Ural Mountains , in total a distance of almost ten thousand kilometres. The trip is not just any ordinary rail journey, it is a world and adventure in itself. The Trans Siberian is loved by rail enthusiasts, adventurers, and those in search of romance and discovery. Memories of the trip are carried for life by those fortunate enough to have been a passenger. Unlike the images we often see in the media, on the Trans Siberian you will discover the true essence of the world's biggest country. Most of the passengers are Russians who are far from being aloof and cold as they were ofte...

Norway, a Nordic country lying on the western portion of the Scandinavian Peninsula is located in Northern Europe . It also borders Sweden, Finland and Russia. Norway is an outstandingly beautiful country with a long coastline, snowy mountains and breathtaking fjords.  Oslo is the capital of Norway and also the largest city. Norway is bestowed with lots of natural beauty encompassing wild forests, historic towns and beautiful fishing villages. The country is very hospitable to the tourists and people are very friendly too. Many tourists are attracted by the famous midnight sun of the Arctic. All three big cities of Norway offer different experiences to visitors.  Norway is a place to be for nature lovers and for cultural enthusiasts. Norway is truly one of the greatest tourist destinations of Europe. Population & Languages The population of Norway is only 4.6 million and the official languages being spoken are Bokmal Norwegian and Nynorsk Norwegian. Other languages ...

One of the Europe’s smallest sovereign states is The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg . The north part of the country is blessed with greenery and hills. The Ardennes provides great scenic view. The country is small and all the tourist attractions are within reachable limits. It snows during the winters in Luxembourg, but isn’t as cold as its neighboring countries and the summer is warm which comes in May and lasts till September. Incase of emergency dial 112 or 113. Culture Generally handshake is used to greet people. Although majority of the locals speak English, Letzeburgesch is the national language of Luxembourg. French and German is also spoken by many Luxembourgers . When appearing as a guest at someone’s house, it is a good practice to bring along gift or flowers. People are expected to dress in smart casuals, but it would be best to turn up in formals when attending social functions, or clubs. It’s not advised to smoke in public places. Shopping Crystals and porcelains of V...

As a worldly traveler, I'm happy to share all the ins and outs of the Eurail Pass - which continues to transport people of all ages throughout Europe . A Eurail Pass can really be considered an all access pass to the entire train network in select countries...and the best part...you get to choose the countries you would like to include. In fact, you have many options:    1. One Country Pass: Your Eurail Pass can be a simple one country pass, for let's say Italy.    2. Two Country Regional Pass: Or your Eurail Pass can be for two countries, like Austria and Germany.    3. 3-5 Country Select Pass: The Select Pass allows you to choose three to five neighboring countries for you Eurail Pass.    4. 22 Country Global Pass: The all-inclusive Global Pass, which allows for travel throughout 22 countries in Europe! There really is a Eurail Pass to suit any European itinerary. Once you've found the right Eurail Pass, you will be presented with a num...

Image via Wikipedia Portugal was a world power in 15th and 16th century but was reduced to rubbles during an earthquake in 1755, Napoleon’s Invasion and Brazil’s Independence. Sharing the Iberian Peninsula with Spain and bordering Atlantic Ocean by both west and south coast it is popular for its long and varied coastline, sunny climate and the charming towns makes it a traveler’s paradise. Lisbon is the capital of Portugal . The best thing about Portugal is that despite being a part of modern Europe one can still find the rural dwellings which has stood by time and has preserved its traditions. While modern architectural marvels like high-rise resorts dot the coast in the Southern province of the Algarve, Lisbon on the west coast on the other hand is a crowded city home to many fine tourist resorts. If you want to go back in time you have to just travel few miles north or east where you will see scenic countryside still resemble medieval villages and towns of earlier centuries. P...

Image via Wikipedia About the county The United Kingdom also called as England or Great Britain is the country which once ruled nearly the entire world a century ago. The glory might have been lost but people are still proud of their country and heritage. It has come a long way from a colonial empire to a member of the EU . The country comprises mainly of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland . The country is full of scenic locales and energetic cities. Also the county is home to nearly two million heritage points. The capital city of UK is London . A city beyond comparison, representing itself as an icon of diversity with people from different races, creeds and all walks of life blended into its culture. It is also home to many architectural marvels and one of them is the London Bridge. While York and Durham manifests the bygone era of country, Liverpool and Newcastle are modern industrial marvels. Not to forget the scenic Lake District and Edinburg still attract people fro...

Image via Wikipedia Italy , the birthplace of pasta and pizza provides a wide range of choices for artwork lovers to experience. A temperate climate exists here with very hot summers and not so cold winters. The weather is the best in spring and autumn with pleasant temperatures and scenic views. At that time of the year, the place isn’t crowded much and things can be enjoyed in leisure.  Incase of emergency call 112. For fire call 115 and for ambulance call 118. Culture Italian is widely spoken and is the official language. English isn’t very familiar to the locals. Family ties are of utmost importance here and hence social courtesies mean a lot to the locals. There is a great impact of the Roman Catholic Church on the culture here. There is a high content of chlorine in tap waters, so bottled water is recommended for staying fit during the trip. Since Italian is spoken on a wide scale, it is highly recommended to learn few common Italian phrases which can be of great use. So...

Image via Wikipedia About the county Ukraine which is located in Eastern Europe is one of the largest country in that region of Europe bordering Russia in the northeast, Belarus in the north, Poland, Slovakia and Hungary in the west, Romania and Moldova in the southwest and also Black Sea and Sea of Azov in the south. It is a popular tourist destination especially for tourists from Western Europe and North America. The main selling point is the rich historical character of the country with as many five hundred cities dating back as early as nine hundred years. Visitors are spellbound by the architectural beauty of Ukraine. Kiev is the capital and the largest city of Ukraine where most travelers begin their journey. Population & Languages Ukraine has a population of roughly 46.7 million and the official language is Ukrainian. The other languages spoken here are Russian, Romanian, Polish and Hungarian. Electricity Voltage - 220 volts, Frequency - 50Hz. Standard Europ...