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What to do if WiFionice in a german ICE train does not work – in 2022
Oh, WiFionice… In theory, it’s so simple: you board a Deutsche Bahn ICE, switch on the WLAN of your mobile phone or laptop, connect to the internal network of the ICE and you can start surfing the web immediately. But in reality, unfortunately, things sometimes look a little different. And we’re not talking about possible […]
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How to travel from Dresden to Meissen by public transport – S-Bahn Trip Report
Meissen is an underestimated destination for tourists in Saxony. If you know the city primarily through its world-famous Meissen porcelain, you might wonder what else the city has to offer. Quite a lot! From Dresden, you can reach Meissen quickly and easily by train or S-Bahn (suburban train). The S1 line runs regularly every half […]
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Train connections from Soltau railway station in Lower Saxony
If you decide to spend your holiday in Soltau in Lower Saxony, you already have plenty of things to do locally and in the region. Hiking in the Lüneburg Heath, the Heidepark amusement park, the Designer Outlet Soltau, the Soltau thermal baths or, for example, the go-kart track or going skiing in the indoor ski […]
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Taking the SBB EuroCity Train from Lindau to Munich in 2nd class – Review
In just 2,5 hours you can travel from Lindau at Lake Constance through the Bavaria Allgaeu to Munich. According to schedule the EuroCity 191 is running all the way from Basel via Zurich and Bregenz to Munich. A true three-county-express. By arrival of the train into the station, you can proudly spot the advertisement on […]
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Rules for Train travel in Switzerland during the coronavirus pandemic
Switzerland had followed a rather passive guideline approach in attempting to contain the spread of the Coronavirus. Masks have rarely been mandatory, the exceptions have been longer than the rules. However, as fall and winter are soon approaching, things may get ugly and serious soon. If you plan on travelling to or inside Switzerland soon, […]
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Before boarding a Train in Italy you need these Smartphone Apps
Taking a Train in Italy, instead of a plane, is currently more and more an option for more and more travelers. Sustainability is one factor, as well as having more time to relax, instead of having to actively steer a vehicle For me, Italy is an ideal train-travel country. There are high speed trains, but […]
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DB Regio Bayern Train from Lindau to Augsburg
A regional express train operated by DB Regio Bayern connects the island in Lake Constance with the Fugger town, Lindau with Augsburg. The journey takes around two hours, through the picturesque Allgäu. From Augsburg, you have connections to numerous long-distance trains such as to Munich, Stuttgart, Frankfurt, Hamburg or Erfurt. Lindau is a hub for […]
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Overview of all night trains in the world (in 2020)
All night trains in the world, combined in a practical map. Right now, when the topic of sustainability finally gets more attention when it comes to travel and vacation, night trains come into play. Travelling by plane is harmful to the environment, the subsequent CO2 offsetting is nice, but the emissions still arose primarily. So that emissions do […]
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Taking the Train to Cattolica / Gabicce Mare from Rimini / Riccione
The train station of Cattolica / Gabicce Mare can be a waypoint for various activities. A day at the beach, a day hiking and enjoying nature, or also to enjoy motor racing at the nearby race track. To me, there is nothing more convenient than taking a train in Italy. Just download the right apps […]
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Taking a Train from Innsbruck to Brixen in South Tyrol (ÖBB EuroCity)
On a train from Innsbruck to Brixen / Bressanone experienced one of the most beautiful sceneries. Train Travel will be one of my travel priorities this year, one of the many side effects are the stunning views I will gather through the train window. I arrived at Innsbruck HB (Hauptbahnhof = central station) with plenty […]
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Travelling in ÖBB RailJet 2nd class economy in Austria from Bregenz to Innsbruck (Vorarlberg to Tyrol)
ÖBB RailJet Trains are connecting Austria, from one end to the other. One of those lines is frequently running several times a day, from Bregenz in Vorarlberg (in western Austria) to Vienna, the capital city of the country, all the way in the east. Recently I have taken this RailJet Train from Bregenz in Vorarlberg […]
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Taking an ÖBB REX Train from Lindau to Bregenz (from Germany to Austria)
With a travel time of just some short 12 minutes, the REX RegionalExpress Train by Austrian federal railways ÖBB connects Lindau in Bavarian Germany with Bregenz in Vorarlberg / Austria. In between those both “bigger cities” at Lake Constance, there are two other stops, Lochau-Hörbranz as well as Bregenz Harbour, both in Austria. The low-floor […]
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Taking the Train from Nice to Monaco (price, timetable etc)
The easiest and fastest way to travel to Monaco from Nice is taking a Train. The other options are a bus (takes more than double the time), taxi or even a helicopter. Indeed, out of all 4 options a train is definitely the least expensive option 😉 Trains from Nice to Monaco depart from the […]
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TGV 2nd Class Review – Nice to Aix-en-Provence
What is the French fast train TGV in 2nd class like? How is travelling by the fast train of France? For my day trip to Aix-en-Provence, from Nice, I have definitely chosen to travel by TGV! To travel between both cities, you have the possibility to take one train from Nice to Marseille, and another […]
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SBB Review: EuroCity Train from Zurich to Lugano in 2nd class
In just 2 hours and 12 minutes, the SBB EuroCity Train takes you from Zurich to Lugano. From one City at a Lake to another City at a Lake, but an entirely different climate. May it just be for a day trip, or a holiday, visiting Lugano is always worth any visit. As there is […]
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How to travel from Milan to Lake Lugano – How far is Lugano from Milan ?
Milan is an ideal base to not only explore the Lombard capital city but also for various day trips. Want to visit another City, then head to Bergamo, Verona or Venice, want to go to a Lake, then go to Como, Lake Maggiore or Lugano. While Lake Maggiore is famous for its weekly markets, Lake […]