Is everyone eligible for a Eurail Pass and can they be purchased in Europe?
Anyone is eligible to purchase a pass, except for residents in the countries of Europe, the Russian Federation, Turkey, Morocco, Algeria, or Tunisia. Since rail passes are intended for tourists, it is very difficult, if not impossible, to find an outlet for these passes in Europe. They can be purchased in the U.S. and shipped to Europe, however.
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Eurail Pass travel bonus: Shipping lines
Eurailpasses are also valid on the shipping lines operated by:
Adriatica di Navigazione and Hellenic Mediterranean between Italy and Greece (Brindisi - Corfu/Igoumenitsa/ Patras or vice versa). However, from June 10 to September 30 inclusive, a US $ 15 high season surcharge must be paid. During July and August, advanced reservation is recommended. Reservation fee: US $ 3 (all year). Special accommodations (airline-type-seats or cabins) as well as port taxes are extra. Before boarding, all passengers must check in at the shipping line pier office. Passengers willing to stop over at Corfu or Igoumenitsa must say so upon delivery of the steamer ticket.
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Train Tip
Talk to other travelers and Europeans you come in contact with. Be friendly and open-minded. Most Europeans are more than happy to talk to friendly travelers. Share information about your home town and they will be happy to reciprocate. Bring some pictures of your life to get conversation going. An added advantage is that your fellow travelers will help you check out the local scene. People will be more than happy to tell you their favorite spots in areas you may not already know about- no one knows more about Europe than the locals!
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European Rail Passes
