Non-smoking is the fad of the millenium and it is catching on, even in Europe, where we find some of our most avid smokers! Smoke-free trains currently are:

1. Talgo Elipsos night train for the routes Barcelona to Paris, Zurich or Milan and Madrid-Paris.
2. Eurostar Italia
3. Eurostar Chunnel train
4. TGV in France
5. Thalys in France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany

Luggage storage racks on trains in France are now open. However all accompanying luggage must carry a fully completed luggage tag with the following information:

- Traveler's last and first name

- Traveler's current address

This rule applies to both carry-on pieces as well as luggage to be placed on luggage racks available either above the seats or at the entrance to the train cars on all trains in France. Luggage tags will be available at all trains stations in France at no additional charge.

Due to the increasing cost of fuel, HML will be charging clients a fuel surcharge of about Euros for all crossings. The surcharge will only apply one way and clients traveling roundtrip, only pay once. This fuel surcharge will be paid locally prior to boarding the ship.

This surcharge may apply to Eurail Pass holders as well. Please see the local Hellenic Mediterranean Lines agent for details.

All Europe Rail was proud to be the official sponsor of European rail portion of Show Us Your World's world tour.