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A yellow train passing over Oberbaum Bridge in Berlin, Germany.

Apr 7, 20266 min read

Traveling to Europe? New entry requirements may impact your visit

Monks splashing water Songkran Festival is celebrated in a traditional New Year's Day, A family comes to decorat tung in the temple Wat Phra singh in Chiang Mai,Thailand.

Apr 2, 202624 min read

The 23 best places for solo travelers around the world

Poppies bloom on a hillside in Tuscany, Italy. Gaspar Janos/Shutterstock

Feb 24, 202610 min read

The best places to see flowers in Europe

Antwerp Central Station, Belgium. Danil Shamkin/NurPhoto via Getty Images

Feb 12, 202613 min read

The best sleeper-train journeys across Europe

Hiking in the Faroe Islands. VisualStories/Getty Images

Feb 5, 20269 min read

7 fabulous destinations for solo travelers in Europe

A autumnal street in the Montmartre neighborhood of Paris, France. Catarina Belova/Shutterstock

Feb 3, 202610 min read

The best time to visit Europe

A red train travels through snowy surrounds, with yellow buildings on the right and a frigid lake to the left of frame.

Jan 30, 202612 min read

10 of the most scenic train trips in Europe

Lindau on Lake Constance, Germany. Julia Faerber Summer 23/Shutterstock

Jan 18, 202612 min read

The 10 best European spring break destinations for 2026

Jan 5, 202610 min read

10 dream trips to take in Europe in 2026

Cour Damoye in Paris, France. Amir Hamja for Lonely Planet

Dec 3, 202526 min read

34 of the best places to visit in Europe

Passage Jouffroy in Paris, France. Amir Hamja for Lonely Planet

Nov 12, 20254 min read

How to get VAT refunds on your next Europe trip

Leaves turning across Stockholm. Maria Swärd/Getty Images

Oct 23, 202516 min read

15 beautiful places to visit in Europe this fall

Sunset over the city walls in Dubrovnik, Croatia

Aug 23, 20259 min read

Europe in shoulder season: 11 of the best cities to see this September and October

Setas de Sevilla in Seville, Spain. Anibal Trejo/Shutterstock

Aug 19, 202510 min read

10 of the best places to go in Europe in autumn

SIM or eSIM? Work out what's right for you with our guide to phone connectivity. Iuliia Khabibullina/Shutterstock

Jul 21, 20253 min read

What kind of SIM card is best for traveling in Europe?

Berlin, Germany, at sunrise. Matthias Makarinus/Getty Images

Jul 15, 20254 min read

How to take the night train from Brussels to Berlin

Whittle down your packing list to suit your destination. bikeriderlondon/Shutterstock

Jun 11, 20256 min read

Packing like a pro: The ultimate guide to what to bring

Palermo, Sicily. Chiara Magi/Shutterstock

Apr 28, 202510 min read

How do you save money on a trip to Europe in 2025? Ask a local

From scenic trains through Germany's Rhine Valley to sleeper services from Brussels to Prague, here are the best train routes for summer 2024 © Boarding1Now / Getty Images

May 3, 20246 min read

6 of the best European train routes for summer 2024

The new Nightjet sleeper train fleet has individual compartments called mini cabins © ÖBB_Harald Eisenberger

Mar 22, 20244 min read

Inside the new 'privacy pod' cabins on Europe's sleeper trains

New routes, faster trains, even renewed carriages, LP's Tom Hall says European train travel has never had it so good © South_agency / Getty Images

Dec 19, 20237 min read

Lonely Planet's train expert picks his top 5 rail journeys for 2024

Aug 4, 202311 min read

Europe's extreme weather: what to expect in each country if you're traveling in August

Much of southern and eastern Europe is baking under hotter-than-average July temperatures © Antonio Masiello / Getty Images

Jul 18, 20236 min read

Is it safe to visit Europe during the heat wave? Will you be compensated if travel plans are impacted?

Austrian Nightjet trains fan out all over Europe – including between destinations outside Austria’s borders © ÖBB / Harald Eisenberger

Apr 20, 20237 min read

I took the night train from Amsterdam to Zurich - with plenty of time for sightseeing

With a little planning, you and your family can cover a surprising amount of ground in Europe in just one week © PangJee_S / Shutterstock

Apr 5, 20234 min read

🌍 How do I see Europe by train in one week?

A winter heat wave and rain has forced the closures of many slopes at ski resorts throughout Europe, including at Savognin in Switzerland © Fabrice Coffrini / AFP / Getty Images

Jan 6, 20236 min read

Ski slopes in Europe forced to close early - here's where travelers are impacted

A new night train from Vienna to La Spezia, Italy offers a new way to access Liguria’s Cinque Terre © HelloRF Zcool / Shutterstock

Dec 27, 20228 min read

The best European train routes to try in 2023

Fireworks over Edinburgh's Castle and Balmoral Clock Tower

Nov 3, 20224 min read

🌍 Help Me, LP! What’s the best place in Europe to spend New Year's Eve (besides Amsterdam)?

Coworkers discussing over computer in office

Aug 8, 20223 min read

Europe delays charging non-EU travelers for entry until November 2023

May 12, 20224 min read

More European airlines are launching flight+rail packages - here's how I used one to see France

Canal houses of Amsterdam at dusk with vibrant reflections, Netherlands

Jan 4, 20224 min read

A new sleeper train will connect these European cities in time for summer travel

Passengers moving through modern main railway station at Berlin Hauptbahnhof as the S-Bahn train waits for passengers to board © Nikada / Getty Images

Oct 13, 20212 min read

Free Interrail passes are once again up for grabs for young Europeans

Sep 13, 20218 min read

Our favorite lesser-known neighborhoods in the world's greatest cities

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Sep 3, 20216 min read

This is why fall is the best time to explore Europe on a road trip

Vienna Secession gallery
Helena Smith

Mar 2, 20212 min read

Explore Europe in luxury as the Orient Express unveils new routes

Feb 22, 20212 min read

More free Interrail passes are up for grabs next year

Jan 27, 20214 min read

Ask LP: what do I need to know about driving in Europe after Brexit?

The Orient Express is a classic train Journey across Europe. Here's how to do it. Pete Seaward / Lonely Planet

Dec 10, 20204 min read

Following the route of the Orient Express by sleeper train

Reassess your work-life balance with a move to the Dutch capital. photosmatic / Shutterstock

Nov 5, 20206 min read

The 10 best cities for expats

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Sep 21, 20202 min read

Eurail and Interrail passes are finally going digital with a handy new app

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Sep 3, 20202 min read

How COVID-19 has impacted the cost of a city break in Europe

View over Harani Bay on the island of Symi in Greece.

Aug 25, 20209 min read

Dreaming of owning a home in the Mediterranean? Here's all you need to know

The interior of St Pancras Station.

Aug 20, 20202 min read

The European train journeys that are even faster than flying

Aug 20, 20202 min read

Ask LP: what if my country introduces travel restrictions while I'm away?

NOVEMBER 2, 2014: Exterior of Gare de Nice-Ville train station at night.
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Aug 19, 20206 min read

Europe’s new night trains offer travelers an alternative to flying

Railway road with mountains in background at sunset, Portugal
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Aug 17, 20203 min read

Ask Lonely Planet: is traveling by sleeper train in Europe safe right now?

London. Train station and Tower Bridge night lights, aerial view.
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Jun 26, 20202 min read

New 'ultra rapid' train network could be part of Europe's post-pandemic recovery

Melk, Austria - July 24, 2025: Melk Abbey is a Benedictine abbey above the town of Melk, Lower Austria, overlooking the Danube river, adjoining the Wachau valley. , License Type: media, Download Time: 2025-12-01T16:26:37.000Z, User: dermothegarty77, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 56530 - Guidebooks, job: Global Publishing WIP, client: Western Europe 16, other: Dermot Hegarty

Jun 25, 20206 min read

10 things I learned cycling across Europe on my own

Since the Eurostar launched in 1994, air travel has reduced between London and Paris. Justin Foulkes / Lonely Planet

Jun 22, 20202 min read

Passport-free rail travel is on the way as Eurostar launches face scanners

Brussels, Belgium - October 30, 2018: The E320 Eurostar International High Speed passengers Train waiting in the Brussels North railway station., License Type: media, Download Time: 2025-12-01T16:30:47.000Z, User: dermothegarty77, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 56530 - Guidebooks, job: Global Publishing WIP, client: Western Europe 16, other: Dermot Hegarty

May 7, 20202 min read

Eurostar now requires travellers to wear face masks

Mar 11, 20201 min read

You still have time to catch this Eurostar offer for £30 tickets

DENIA, SPAIN – JANUARY 28 2019:The exterior of the toy museum 'Museo del Juguete' in the old train station of Denia. With a sculpture of corten steel that depicts a child on a tricycle , License Type: media, Download Time: 2025-10-16T23:15:19.000Z, User: LP_YKhanna, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: Lonely Planet, client: App Content, other: Yuvraj Khanna

Feb 23, 20202 min read

These railway stations have been voted best in Europe

Since the Eurostar launched in 1994, air travel has reduced between London and Paris. Justin Foulkes / Lonely Planet

Feb 14, 20205 min read

How sustainable are planes, trains and coaches on top European routes?

A mochaccino 50 floors above Ho Chi Minh City at Cafe EON in Bitexco Tower. James Pham / Lonely Planet

Feb 10, 20209 min read

The best $50 day itineraries in cities around the world

The striking wave-like architecture of the Paul Klee Zentrum near Bern, Switzerland.

Feb 8, 20202 min read

These are the world’s most expensive countries to live in

Icelandic turf houses and rocks with waterfall in the background near Kalfafell vilage, Southern Iceland, License Type: media, Download Time: 2025-12-10T17:43:38.000Z, User: sevelynd12, Editorial: false, purchase_order: 56500 - T&R or Kids, job: Global Publishing WIP, client: Dream Trips of Europe, other: Sharon Dortenzio

Jan 8, 20202 min read

These are the best citizenships to have around the world

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Nov 4, 20192 min read

18-year-olds have until the end of the month to apply for a free DiscoverEU rail pass

If you're heading to stunning Italy for the first time, read on for our essential tips. Kamira / Shutterstock

Nov 7, 20167 min read

Must-know travel tips for first-timers in Italy

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