In the spirit of inspiration and early booking, we pass the pen around the office to hear what the Byway team are booking for the year ahead.

Looking ahead to 2025, we’ll be booking earlier, becoming undertourists, stopping in superbly sustainable accommodations, chaining our trips, enjoying the luxury of time, travelling the seasons and living life in the quiet carriage.

Regional train services are the backbone of rail networks, offering a chance to explore lesser-visited towns while supporting vital infrastructure. Read on to discover the joy of travelling via local trains across Europe.

The merry, winter long weekender. Magical, sweet, and delightfully kitsch. A sure reminder that holidays are just as magical in deepest, darkest December as they are in mid-July. But how do you do Christmas markets?

A new report by Stay Grounded and the New Economics Foundation has found that introducing a frequent flyer levy could reduce air travel emissions by 21% and raise £54bn a year.  

Wondering how to get the most out of your trip? Read on for our list of the best travel apps to make your adventure even smoother.

Harriet Matthews speaks to the brains behind Hidden Europe in celebration of the 18th edition of Europe by Rail: the definitive guide.

What is Interrailing and how does it work? Read on for our guide to Interrail, setting up your passes and how to get the most out of your Interrail experience.

From relics of the Railway golden age to contemporary architectural wonders, read on for our top ten most beautiful stations.

As nights draw in and October looms, we're unearthing the sinister side of the train. What is it about the train carriage that's been such a source of inspiration for ghost stories, who-dun-its and psychological thrillers?

Trains were made for more than the daily commute. Read on for our insider deep-dive into the train carriage: the weird, and the wonderful.

Harriet Matthews on why some things - holidays included - are sometimes better late.

Harriet Matthews on how to get a hit of island escapism right on your doorstep.

A guide to our favourite sleepers with practical information, alongside the Byway team’s – and their friends and family – favourite experiences travelling overnight by rail or sea.

A guide to sleeper trains (and overnight ferries) answering some of the most common questions we get asked about overnight journeys.

Harriet Matthews dives into the top eco hotels for the ultimate sustainable trip.

Europe travel 101 for insider tips and hints to plan the best holiday in Europe.

Harriet Matthews spotlights the cool and quiet of classic summer destinations during the off-season

Harriet Matthews dives into the wonder of winter travel.