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Top 10 Reasons to Take the Train

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10	Flexibility - Rail passes allow the ultimate in travel freedom. The "hop-on, hop-off" philosophy does not force you to book travel months in advance. Plans, friends, and destinations always change, and your rail pass will help you along the way.
9	No fuel surcharges - Rising fuel costs around the world are not changing the prices of rail passes.
8	Location, location, location - Train stations are in city centers. You'll be in the perfect location to start exploring.
7	You actually see Europe - Enjoy some of the most beautiful and picturesque scenery from the comfort of your seat.
6	You meet fellow student travelers from around the world who, like, you want to get the true feeling of Europe. You'll also meet Europeans and can learn anything you want to know about the continent.
5	Get your money back - Coming home early? Never left Rome? Unused rail passes are refundable minus 15% within six months of purchase.
4	The Ferry Godmother - Rail passes can be used on many ferries as well as the tracks. Check out Scandinavia or Greece!
3	I'm late, I'm late! - Miss a train, and you can hop on the next one.
2	Super-sized luggage allowances without the super-sized fee - Trains will allow you to bring all of your stuff if you want to.
1	There is a rail pass for you - Check out our wide variety of railpasses. From 17 country passes to single country options, you can find a pass that fits your needs.

Flexibility - Rail passes allow the ultimate in travel freedom. The "hop-on, hop-off" philosophy does not force you to book travel months in advance. Plans, friends, and destinations always change, and your rail pass will help you along the way.

No fuel surcharges - Rising fuel costs around the world are not changing the prices of rail passes.

Location, location, location - Train stations are in city centers. You'll be in the perfect location to start exploring.

You actually see Europe - Enjoy some of the most beautiful and picturesque scenery from the comfort of your seat.

You meet fellow student travelers from around the world who, like, you want to get the true feeling of Europe. You'll also meet Europeans and can learn anything you want to know about the continent.

Get your money back - Coming home early? Never left Rome? Unused rail passes are refundable minus 15% within six months of purchase.

The Ferry Godmother - Rail passes can be used on many ferries as well as the tracks. Check out Scandinavia or Greece!

I'm late, I'm late! - Miss a train, and you can hop on the next one.

Super-sized luggage allowances without the super-sized fee - Trains will allow you to bring all of your stuff if you want to.

There is a rail pass for you - Check out our wide variety of railpasses. From 17 country passes to single country options, you can find a pass that fits your needs.