Let the train take the strain

Ever thought of travelling by train as part of your holiday? We are getting more and more requests to let the train take the strain, so why not sit back and relax and watch the stunning scenery meander past your personal window on the world? In just over 2 hours from London, you could be sipping french coffee in Paris, or sampling the chocolaty delights of Bruges. As a transport option, the rail network in most of Europe is efficient and on time and which means multi centre holidays are hassle free without the stresses of an airport security guard in sight. Rail passes are every economical. For instance, The Swiss Travel System, enables you to travel on the rail network as well bus and boat by purchasing just one ticket, an excellent way to see the stunning Swiss scenery. If you prefer to experience the bygone days in style, why not sample the delights on board the British Pullman or the legendary Orient Express. Such iconic journeys as London to Paris, Venice, Budapest or Istanbul offer a train journey like no other as you enter a more graceful, elegant form of travel. Looking further afield, the Rocky Mountaineer has to be one of the world's ultimate train journeys, travelling through the wild beauty of the Canadian Rockies, or why not get your kicks on Route 66 from Chicago to Los Angeles, stopping off at St Louis, Albuquerque and the Grand Canyon. You will get to see and appreciate America from a new perspective. Australia has some of the most spectacular rail journeys in the world, whether it is from North to South, East to West, Rail Australia has it covered, there is no better way to experience Australia's cities; outback; coastal towns and regions in comfort. For real rail enthusiasts, a journey on a Rovos Rail locomotive in South Africa has to be n the bucket list, it is considered to be the most luxurious train journey. Discover the old pioneering trail of the Karoo from Capetown or perhaps a 3 day adventure to see the might of Victoria Falls in all her glory. If you would like to experience rail travel as part of your next holiday, please call or email me, I would be delighted to help...