train travel in Europe for seniors

[Hlitner]

2 hours ago, cruisemom42 said:

 

I think the key is just to fully understand that if you bring the luggage, YOU are responsible for it. There is no one to help you.

 

And that includes being prepared to go up and down stairs in stations where the elevators are not working (with luggage in tow), walk a distance equal to several city blocks to get to the train in some major stations, etc.

 

If you're willing to tote it, bring as much as you like.

 

I don't pack super light, I do like to have choices. But I do not (yet) travel for such long periods as you do.

 

We have found that we can usually pack about the same for a 2 month trip as for a 2-3 week trip.  But the big problem (for us) is when we need to plan on weather extremes.  Consider that the upcoming Asian trip will involve everything from early spring weather (temps in the 60s) to Alaskan weather (and a Northern Pacific passage) which may find low temps.  We all talk about "layers" but packing those heavier layers takes up a lot of space.  And then there are the usual issues related to "senior" status which means more drugs and related "stuff."

 

Hank

[ldubs]

On 11/27/2022 at 6:43 AM, cruisemom42 said:

The website below is EXCELLENT for orienting yourself to travel by train. 

 

https://www.seat61.com/

 

 

On 11/27/2022 at 7:17 AM, ldubs said:

 

Thanks for the link --  It looks like good info.  it is now bookmarked. 

 

 

Circling back around.  This link literally just saved me €95 on an upcoming train ticket in Portugal!  Thanks!!!!