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One downside of inter-railing is that many travellers feel obliged to be on the move as much as possible and don't spend enough time in any one place.

Now, however, inter-rail tickets are available for a set number of days travel within a longer period, e.g. 10 days travel in a 22 day period, forcing you to stop and enjoy your destinations while still getting value from your ticket!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15822 Ticket to ride http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15820
Failure to do so can result in a hefty fine and an embarrassing situation when the guard comes to check your ticket once on board!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15820 Keep those euros http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15793 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15793 Free porter service http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15743
Just ask. This service normally costs £10. I didn't know until someone pointed it out to me as I had so much luggage I had to ask for help.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15743 Train station spotters http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15670
Over a hundred years old, the fantastic Gothic canopy is held up by huge cast iron pillars (made in Scotland actually, where the only foundry large enough to make them was located!).

The whole structure reminds one of a vast cathedral. Outside too is most impressive, with outstanding stone carvings and a most impressive facade.

Although constantly noisy and busy, the station is world class and should be savoured, not swallowed and forgotten! Enjoy.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15670 The Brasserie du Gard Du Nord http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15592
All the classics, fantastic surroundings, plate of oysters and a chilled bottle of something lets you drowse contentedly all the way back to Londres!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15592 Space-age theme park ride http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15563
The high-speed "Meteor" line is driverless so you can sit at the front and enjoy an exhilerating driver's eye view along the eerie twisting tunnels.

It is much faster and better than London's Docklands Light Railway. Get off at Bercy Station to admire the platform's lush underground jungle.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15563 Economies of scale on the Métro http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15554 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15554 First class http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15373 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15373 First class http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15349 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15349 Start of something good http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15345 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15345 First class perks http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/14918 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/14918