Traincation

Those in the know are turning to trains for all their short haul travel needs, especially now airport check-ins have become peep shows for overworked security guards. Whether you’re looking to large it in Latvia or get kinky in Helsinki, we at Global Cool – and a bunch of our celebrity friends – have all the connections you need.

Get inspiration for your own Traincation by watching our videos here and reading our guides to the best destinations below. Follow us on Twitter @traincation

Going on an adventure? Make sure you don’t forget a to pack the essentials

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Because taking the holiday of a lifetime doesn’t have to cost the Earth…

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Reasons to snog, marry and avoid Goldie Hawn, Dawn French and Victoria Beckham

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This week we’re snogging Kate Hudson’s mum, marrying Lenny Henry’s ex and avoiding a pouting princess…

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Fancy going on an adventure? Don’t leave home without these manly travel must-haves

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It doesn’t matter where you’re going, the modern man should be equipped with all the essentials when traveling…

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Make Paris your own! Tell us a little about yourself and WIN Eurostar vouchers

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Global Cool have £69 worth of Eurostar vouchers to give away to one lucky reader so you can book your escape…

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HEAVENLY ESCAPES: Medieval houses, authentic Italian treats and chilling by the pool in Casperia

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This week we are sending you to the medieval village of Casperia to stay at the unique Sunflowers Retreat…

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HEAVENLY ESCAPES: Skinny dipping and sunset Chardonnay in Portugal

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This week we’re sending you to the beautiful Guesthouse Salgado in Gois…

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HEAVENLY ESCAPES: Oh my pod! Spend the night in a stunning eco dome in Switzerland

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2013 is the year for quirky eco-friendly holidays, so this week we are taking you away on the ultimate retreat…

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Reasons to snog, marry and avoid Bradely Cooper, Jessica Alba and Katie Price

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This week we’re snogging Bradley Cooper (obviously), marrying The Invisible Girl and avoiding Jordan…

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HEAVENLY ESCAPES: An icy escape in Sweden

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The start of a new year always brings new things, be it a change of attitude, job, or home. Let’s make 2013 the beginning of new holidays. This week we are bringing you the magical Ice Hotel in Sweden…

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Start your 2013 detox in the beautiful La Source retreat

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So the Christmas and New Year’s celebrations are over for another year and if you’re anything like us you’ve been overindulging on the mince pies and eggnog…

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HEAVENLY ESCAPES: Hot mulled wine and adrenaline-pumping fun in the South Tyrolean Mountains

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This week we’re sending you to an extra special eco resort in the South Tyrolean Mountains…

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Amazing air acrobatics and festive fun on Traincation to Rotterdam

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It’s that time of the year again with Christmas festivities hiding just around the corner. So with that in mind we’re sending you on Traincation to Rotterdam this week…

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Festive Ferris wheels, worldly treasures and mulled wine at Lille Christmas market

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It’s that time of the year again with Christmas festivities hiding just around the corner. So with that in mind we’re sending you on Traincation to Lille this week…

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Reasons to snog, marry and avoid Ke$ha, Matt Damon and Wayne Coyne

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This week we’re snogging Ke$ha, marrying Jason Bourne and avoiding the Flaming Lips front man…

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Pretty pagoda tents, ice skating and hand-crafted trinkets at Cologne Christmas market

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With Christmas festivities hiding just around the corner, we’re sending you on Traincation to Cologne for this year’s biggest Christmas market…

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HEAVENLY ESCAPES: The best view in Amsterdam

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We’ve hunted high and low for the crème de la crème of eco-friendly hotels across the globe. This week we visit Amsterdam…

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