Your European Vacation: Saving Money, Going High Tech

Thinking of going to Britain in the off season between November 1, 2004, and February 28, 2005? Rail Europe is offering a 25% discount on BritRail Passes for North Americans traveling in the U.K. Plus, the 25% discount is in addition to the special savings available anytime for seniors (60 and over) and families traveling together. According to Rail Europe, a regular senior BritRail Flexipass for 4 days usually costs $297 US/$412 CAD (first class only), but would be reduced to just $222 US/$309 CAD with the off-peak discount. Mark your calendar, this discount goes on sale October 1st. For more information call your travel agent or Rail Europe at 1-888-382-7245 in the U.S., 1-800-361-7245 in Canada.

Like your lodging high-tech? A new web site might just be the ticket. High Tech Hoteles (yeah, that's how they spell it) lists hotels in Spain and France with high-tech stuff like fast internet, hydro-showers, and the like. The site isn't finished yet, but it's worth a look if these things appeal to you. For more on European lodging, see our European Accommodations Directory.

And finally, if you're going to Germany, we've updated our Germany Map and Travel Essentials page.