Tips on booking French trains and finding the beedtst deals from high-speed TGVs to budget Ouigo.
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In 2025, France will enforce new measures targeting fare evaders on public transport, requiring proof of identity and address only from those caught without valid tickets. Misleading headlines suggest universal checks for all passengers, but tourists need...
Three tips for getting the best rates on train trips, and how -- after a few detours -- I put them to use when purchasing tickets for our spring getaway.
“Half an Hour From Paris: 10 Secret Daytrips by Train” by Annabel Simms, author of the now-classic “An Hour from Paris”, written in the days when people had more time, is a great resource for locals who need a good excuse to escape Paris for the day, or for...
One of the most interesting Paris events of the summer is Grand Train. Opened within a disused SNCF train depot in late April, Grand Train features 2000m² of covered halls, courtyards and outdoor space filled with over a dozen bars and eateries, lounge chairs...
It’s getting cheaper and more comfortable to travel by bus around France and Europe. Isilines is a new coach service by Eurolines offering very cheap fares on bus routes that aren’t already covered by Eurolines, and in many cases allowing you to travel...
If you’re in the mood for bucolic country hikes, medieval fortress ruins, and secluded château visits less than an hour from Paris, head to the Natural Regional Park de la Haute Vallée de Chevreuse. Vallée de la Chevreuse, Château Breteuil, Château de la...
