They say: "Europe’s huge rail network has hundreds of types trains offering different levels of speed and comfort allowing you to get to literally thousands of destinations, depending on your budget and preferences. Rail Europe can help organise your entire holiday by rail this winter or next spring."

We say: "Rail Europe offers a ‘one stop shop’ for all types of rail travel, from Eurostar to Motorail and overnight ski trains. Planning a rail tour or holiday to any european country or countries is easy, as Rail Europe provides tickets for all of Europe."

• Overnight trains have reclining seats or flat-bed accommodation for extra comfort
  
• Enjoy winter city breaks by rail for Christmas markets and shopping in a relaxed style
  
• Make the most of your slopetime with the overnight Snow Train departures to the French Alpine resorts such as Les Arcs, Tignes and Val d’Isere