a longer itinerary. Beyond the main routes you will find worthwhile excursions well off the beaten track. Written by two highly experienced travellers, Europe by Rail contains useful tips about how to plan your journey, what tickets to buy and where to stop off along the way. There are special sections for holders of rail passes, including Interrail and Eurail, as well as information on night trains. The country guide summarizes key information about travelling by train through each of the four dozen countries listed. Apart from being full of good advice and up-to-date information, Europe by Rail is also a great read. With its nicely opinionated style and lots of cameo accounts of travel history, there's plenty here for armchair travellers too. Now in its 17th edition, Europe by Rail really is the definitive guide on how to get the very best out of Europe's excellent rail network. Author Biography: Nicky Gardner is a Berlin-based travel writer who weaves words about Europe's finest rail journeys. A dedicated slow traveller, Nicky takes time to savour journeys. Susanne has worked with Nicky Gardner on many projects, including many editions of Europe by Rail. The two women edit hidden europe, a print magazine showcasing thoughtful travel writing.