We’ve shared some of the most iconic rail journey videos here to give a flavour of some of the adventures we can help you to experience in 2017 Do you want to know what it’s really like to experience and Orient Express Holiday? Perhaps you’re curious to know what the Belmond British Pullman is like inside? Or… Read more »
Finely detailed yet breathtakingly dramatic, classical with modern elements and with history, art, architecture and fashion, it is easy to see why visiting Rome is so appealing. The capital of Italy is a treasure trove of archaeological and artistic gems waiting to be admired, exquisite architecture, elaborate fountains, epic views and attractions to see that… Read more »
Great things to do when you have a day in Milan. Milan in Northern Italy is the capital of the Lombardy region, and after Rome, it is Italy’s most popular city. Bursting with art, history, museums and being one of the world’s leading fashion capitals it is sure to be a whirlwind visit. Boasting a… Read more »
Famous, picturesque and stylish in so many ways, it has to be Cannes. The resort town on the French Riviera is known for the Boulevard de La Croisette that curves along the coast gleaming with glitz, glamour and style, not bad for what was originally a tiny fishing village in the 1830’s. Immaculate sandy beaches… Read more »
The divine elegance and grandeur of a train personifying the glamour of the golden age – it can only be the Venice Simplon Orient Express. And of course, the world’s most famous train has been experienced by some of the world’s most famous people. Below we’ve tracked down some of the best examples of the… Read more »
When thinking of Scandinavian cuisine many people conjure up images of pickled herrings or meatballs at their local Ikea cafe, however the Nordic cuisine is rich and diverse with distinct differences between countries and regions. A culinary revolution has taken place in the last few years with a highly regarded reputation for world class restaurants… Read more »
Take a journey on the luxurious ‘Palace on Wheels’ and revel in the wonder of this magnificent rail holiday. This exquisite train takes you on a unique trip of a lifetime discovering the diverse landscapes and cultures of Rajasthan in India. This exquisite seven-night adventure takes you through the extraordinary countryside of mystical India, visiting… Read more »
Did you know Strasbourg is just over five hours from London – and simply beautiful… Air travel can be an exhausting ordeal at the best of times, and with the security checks, passport control & luggage recovery all making for a veritable medley of queueing, disappointment and delays, we’re all looking for a less stressful,… Read more »
Montreux is a charming town in Switzerland that sits between Lake Geneva with its shimmering blue water and the magnificent snow topped mountains of the Alps. Montreux is a truly special place. Being in the Alps, as you can imagine, there is spectacular scenery to behold (forgive us if we mention the word ‘scenery’ more… Read more »
If you’re looking for a unique blend of adventure, activity and travel with the absolute luxury of first class food, wine and accommodation, then this trip aboard the Royal Scotsman is perfect for you. Departing from Edinburgh Waverley station the Belmond Royal Scotsman begins its Highland journey. Meandering through Stirling, Gleneagles and Perth and onto… Read more »
October 10, 2014 I had requested some free time this morning. As it was damp again we decided to check out the pool. And what a treat the pool here is. It is dark with mood lighting and gentle music, the floor of the pool is like sand with starfish and shell embedded into it… Read more »
October 9, 2014 When we looked at our grand old hotel on the lake Maggiore front yesterday I said to Mel that I wanted the room on the top floor on the right hand corner. It just looked such a perfect room… so imagine my surprise when we opened the door and it was that… Read more »
October 7 2014 Yesterday was one of my favourite days of this holiday. Feeling better, we went out for a walk before we took the taxi to the station. We went to the nearby church of Santa Maria del Popolo and managed a look round inside before the 8am mass started. It is extremely ornate… Read more »
October 4, 2014 It was quite sad sitting on our little balcony overlooking the Bay of Naples yesterday – our last day in Sorrento. Although the area is so commercialised and busy we both loved the views and especially the Amalfi coast. It’s an absolute must for anyone interested in beautiful sea vistas! Although we… Read more »
October 2 2014 I have heard and read a great deal about the Amalfi coast road but absolutely nothing prepared me for the spectacle that we saw yesterday. We took one of the red hop-on-hop-off buses from Sorrento (so busy we could not get on the first but were given priority slips for the following… Read more »
October 1, 2014 I know that the UK has been getting brilliant weather as well – but it doesn’t seem at all like October. Yesterday we went up for breakfast for the first time and we were staggered at both the array of breakfast food and the amazing views from the room. Up on the… Read more »
September 27, 2014 We arrived in Florence tired but truly excited and trundled through the streets to our hotel. When we got to the square it was in it took a while to locate it as many hotels don’t have big signs. I could almost taste the gin and tonic as we walked in and… Read more »
With Mothering Sunday soon upon us we thought what a great time to have a look at how we can help you celebrate this special day here at Planet Rail. If you would like to spoil your mother with something a little different this Mother’s Day, we have a fantastic fine dining experience on board… Read more »
Venice Simplon Orient Express to Berlin in 2017. Visit Berlin On the Legendary Venice Simplon Orient Express Berlin is a wonderful city that is bursting with cultural delights and rich in history. Soak up the extraordinary atmosphere of this unique city with a luxury London to Berlin trip on board the legendary Venice Simplon Orient… Read more »
A Festive Adventure: Cologne’s Christmas Markets by First Class Rail Hot mulled wine, twinkling fairy lights, bustling stalls and the scent of roasted chestnuts… There’s nothing quite like a Christmas Market. Whether you’re a festive fanatic who starts the Christmas shopping in summer, or a self-proclaimed Scrooge who refuses to acknowledge the ‘C’ word… Read more »
Explore the Netherlands & Belgium by First Class Rail Discover three of Europe’s most iconic cities in a seven day break with Planet Rail, transporting you to Bruges, Amsterdam and Brussels in the comfort of First Class train travel. The journey begins in London, where you board the Eurostar and settle down in Standard Premier… Read more »
Italy by rail There’s no place quite like Italy… It is Europe’s hub of art, history and culture. The Land of Love, and our affectionately named ‘Boot’. Discover Italy by Rail Italy by rail – sitting snug in the heart of Southern Europe, nestled beneath France, Switzerland, Austria and Slovenia, its peninsula kicks out… Read more »
Switzerland By Rail September 2016 At Planet Rail, it’s not just our customers who believe we offer an award-winning combination of excellent service and wonderful holidays with carefully chosen itineraries, rail routes and hotels. It’s not just our customers who choose a Planet Rail holiday but our staff do too! When planning her recent holiday,… Read more »
September 26,2014 It’s a nice early start again for the short walk to the station to catch the Bernina Express. It was easily the coldest it has been so far but very sunny and all our worries about the weather in Switzerland have been well and truly quashed. We had read during our research, that… Read more »
The Trans-Siberian Express: a unique rail travel experience. For more than 100 years the Trans-Siberian Railway has connected west and east Russia, its network branching off into Mongolia, China and North Korea. Construction commenced in the late 1800s, under the supervision of Russian ministers who were personally appointed by Tsar Alexander III. In 1916, the… Read more »
September 25 2014 I have to say I have been overwhelmingly impressed with people we have met throughout Switzerland. They have all been so efficient and pleasant and how easy they make it for us by speaking English – the knock on effect of this is how guilty it makes me feel for not speaking… Read more »
Vienna is a delightfully graceful and elegant city with
