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Belgium

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Antwerp city guide

Feb 21, 2026

A guide to Antwerp for design lovers, food obsessives and slow travellers: the Belgian port city's best museums, restaurants, koffiebars and hotels.

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Six spa getaways by train

Feb 5, 2026

Travel slowly by train to Europe’s most restorative spa hotels. From Bath to the Alps, here are six spa getaways built around rest, relaxation, and rail.

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Brussels city guide

Jan 9, 2026

A guide to Brussels: flea markets, comics on walls, unfussy food, impressive art spaces, and easy onward trips by train.

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Ghent city guide

Dec 30, 2025

Explore Ghent by train: canals, street art, veggie cafés and modern culture in one walkable, forward-thinking Belgian city.

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6 of the best solo trips by train

Nov 1, 2025

Travelling solo by train is a rewarding way to explore the world at your own pace. Here are six of the best trips in the UK and Europe for solo adventurers.

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Six of the best New Year’s Eve trips

Sep 26, 2025

Celebrate New Year's in Europe by train with fireworks, folklore, and food. Discover six cities where parties meet tradition rooted in history and local identity.

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First-class train travel: a guide

Sep 7, 2025

Read our guide to first-class train travel: what’s included, which countries offer what, and is it worth it?

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Faster than flying: 8 trains that beat the plane

Apr 30, 2025

Train travel is the best way to explore the UK and Europe. It's more relaxing and, at times, faster than a flight. Here are eight trains that beat the plane.

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Where to go in February by train

Dec 4, 2024

From ice skating to carnivals, here are the best places to visit in February.

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Socioeconomic travel

Jul 31, 2023

Harriet Matthews explores the meaning of social sustainability, and five places harnessing the power of travel for good.

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