Your window is closing. That is, your "Goldilocks Window" for buying flights to Europe is rapidly narrowing. If you're planning a European …

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From Carla B. in New York: "My husband, daughter (22) and I are traveling to Europe in July/August of this year. Our first stop is in Munich for a few …

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French discount rail carrier, Ouigo, fresh off its successful expansion into Spain, now sets its sights on Italy's budget train market. Breaking …

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From Diana P. in Australia: "Hi Rory, I'm planning on visiting the Western Balkans in April/May, probably starting in Skopje. But how can I get to …

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From Deb M.: "My sister and I are planning 2 to 3 weeks in Europe. We would love to enjoy this adventure based on train travel but don’t really know …

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Consider this a warning: European summer trips are filling fast. Flights. Hotels. Tours. They're selling out. It’s only March, yet alarming …

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From Dawn C. in Florida: "My friend and I are planning a trip to Europe in July- we have friends in Vienna, and want to spend time in Budapest and …

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What would those annoying pre-departure airline checklists look like if they were for trains? Leave your shoes on. Arrive at the station no earlier …

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Every January, I lay out my plans and predictions for traveling Europe and writing about Europe in the upcoming year, if for no other reason than so …

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