By train or by sea

By train or by sea

As a student, I worked for five years on night trains as a sleeping car steward. Then, my professional career was in the aviation industry for 34 years.

After traveling the whole world by plane, I returned to my original passion: trains, to which I now devote many articles on my blog.

I also discovered a new mode of transport: boats. They often complement train travel, thanks to the many ferry crossings available in Europe.

To make your search easier, I invite you to use the filters by mode of transport or destination.

    Paris–Berlin night train: what is European Sleeper really worth?

    Paris–Berlin night train: what is European Sleeper really worth?

    Paris–Berlin night train: my review of European Sleeper. Comfort, cabins, prices: a promising experience, but still room for improvement.
    Southampton to New York on the Queen Mary 2

    Southampton to New York on the Queen Mary 2

    Discover our day-by-day Queen Mary 2 crossing between Southampton and New York — itinerary, practical tips, and onboard experiences
    Paris – Portsmouth via Le Havre before a transatlantic crossing

    Paris – Portsmouth via Le Havre before a transatlantic crossing

    Travelogue from Paris to Portsmouth via Le Havre, with practical tips to enjoy the Channel crossing and visit the cities
    Berlin–Paris Night Train: Why the Nightjet Was Discontinued

    Berlin–Paris Night Train: Why the Nightjet Was Discontinued

    I tested the Nightjet between Berlin and Paris. A full experience review and an explanation for the disappearance of this European night train.
    Paris – Berlin by Day Train: My ICE Review

    Paris – Berlin by Day Train: My ICE Review

    From Paris to Berlin by ICE: 8 hours of high-speed travel. Discover my review, my tips, and what could still be improved.
    The Espresso Riviera Rome – Marseille: a Vintage Train to Experience

    The Espresso Riviera Rome – Marseille: a Vintage Train to Experience

    I experienced the fantastic Expresso Riviera, the vintage luxury train from Marseille to Rome, which is returning in summer 2026!
    Return from Scotland to Paris by Train and Ferry via Amsterdam

    Return from Scotland to Paris by Train and Ferry via Amsterdam

    Travel from Edinburgh to Paris differently: first-class train, overnight ferry crossing for a mini-cruise between Newcastle and Amsterdam.
    Paris to Scotland by train: my journey on Eurostar & Caledonian Sleeper

    Paris to Scotland by train: my journey on Eurostar & Caledonian Sleeper

    Paris to the Isle of Skye by train: my journey on Eurostar and the Caledonian Sleeper, between breathtaking landscapes, real-life experiences and practical tips.
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