Jennifer Garro

Europe to Africa by Train? This New Underwater Tunnel Could Make It Happen by 2030

Imagine boarding a train in Spain and arriving in Morocco without ever stepping foot on a plane. That vision could begin taking shape in 2030, when construction is expected to start on an underwater rail tunnel linking Europe and Africa, though the project timeline is speculative due to past delays.  This ambitious project aims to …

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New Rail Routes Could Connect London to More of Europe—Here’s What Eurostar’s Expansion Means

Eurostar is already the go-to for zipping under the Channel to Paris or Brussels, and with the Eurostar-Thalys merger completed in 2023, the travel map could expand even further. With the recent merger and growing demand for sustainable travel, new routes from London to more European cities could be just around the corner. For travelers, …

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Italy, Slovenia, and Croatia in 2 Hours by Train—Will This Route Be Available in 2025?

If you missed the opportunity to ride the cross-border train connecting Italy, Slovenia, and Croatia in 2024, you’re probably wondering if this popular service will return in 2025. The Villa Opicina to Rijeka route, which operated successfully between April and September 2024, offered budget-friendly fares and stunning views, but as of now, its continuation into …

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