How to Sleep on Eurail Instead of in a Hostel
If you find yourself traveling in Europe sleeping on the Eurail can be a great idea. It allows you to pass travel time by sleeping through it while also saving money from not paying for a hotel. Security can be a concern but follow these few simple steps and you can make this money and time-saving travel strategy work for you.
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Instructions
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Check Eurail ticket availability. You are searching for a long trip preferably more than eight hours.
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Purchase a ticket that will take you where you want to go and that will last as long as you wish to sleep.
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Gather your things and board the train. Find a seat near a window or wall, preferably in a corner to be a little less conspicuous.
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Pile all of your belongings on your lap or between you and the window. This makes them easier to secure.
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Snuggle up against your belongings and sleep. Set an alarm to wake you when you should be nearing your destination. This will give you a chance to wake up fully before you reach your destination.
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Use the restroom on the train to freshen up from your sleep before you arrive at your destination.
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Buy another ticket for the next upcoming night of the same process. Enjoy your day wherever you ended up from your train ride. At the end of the day you can sleep on the train heading somewhere new. Following this process you can travel most of Europe on very little money.
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Tips & Warnings
If any of your bags have straps wrap them around you so it is harder for someone to steal from you while you sleep.
Avoid buying any tickets that might require you to switch trains. This will interrupt your sleep and you may miss your stop.
Do not leave any wallets, purses, passports, or jewelry visible while you sleep. These may be tempting targets for thieves on the train.
