What if you could explore Scotland without flying and experience some of the most beautiful train journeys in Europe?

In this episode of Travel Devil, yout host Clara talks to James, also known as The Non-Flying Scotsman, who has been travelling the world without planes for over 10 years. After a frustrating experience with an airline, he made it his mission to prove that you can explore the world by train, ferry, and sleeper trains instead.

We dive deep into Scotland’s incredible rail network and discover:

• The most scenic train journeys in Scotland (including the famous Harry Potter viaduct)
• How to take the Caledonian Sleeper train from London to Scotland
• The best train routes through the Scottish Highlands
• Why Scotland is perfect for slow and sustainable travel
• How much train travel costs in the UK, and how to find cheaper tickets
• Why some people still fly instead of taking the train
• Hidden destinations like Dundee, Aberdeen, and the Scottish islands
• Tips for booking trains and planning your Scotland rail adventure

If you’ve ever dreamed of exploring Scotland by train, this episode is your ultimate guide.

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Thinking about traveling Germany by train in 2026?
This is your complete and honest guide to Deutsche Bahn and train travel across Germany.

In this episode of Travel Devil, host Clara Francken breaks down everything you need to know: from ICE vs regional trains, booking tickets step-by-step, how to save money, seat reservations, BahnCard discounts, the Deutschlandticket, and even how to get refunds when your train is delayed.

Clara lives in Germany for 5+ years and has been traveling across the country regularly ever since.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The difference between ICE, IC, RE, RB & S-Bahn
• Flixtrain vs Deutsche Bahn: which one should you choose?
• Super Sparpreis vs Sparpreis vs Flexpreis explained
• When you actually need a seat reservation
• How to get 25–50% refunds for delays
• How to use the DB Navigator app properly
• BahnCard 25: is it worth it?
• How the Deutschlandticket works (and how to cancel it correctly)
• Regional day tickets vs monthly ticket: what’s cheaper?
• Q&A with questions like "What are the best scenic train routes in Germany?"

Whether you're a first-timer in Germany or already living here, this episode will help you travel smarter, cheaper, and more sustainably.

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In this solo episode of Travel Devil, host Clara Francken takes you along on her winter steam train adventure through Germany - from snowy train platforms in Saxony to wooden vintage carriages, smoky landscapes, and a behind-the-scenes look inside the locomotive cabin.

You’ll hear and see what it feels like to travel on a coal-powered steam train, how these historic trains actually work, and why slow travel experiences like this can make you appreciate modern train travel even more. Clara also shares practical tips for affordable train travel in Germany, including how to use the Deutschland Ticket, Sachsen Ticket, and smart booking hacks for Deutsche Bahn.

This episode blends storytelling, travel inspiration, and practical tips for anyone curious about slow travel, sustainable transport, and unique train journeys in Europe.

In this episode, we cover:

• What it’s like to ride a historic steam train in Germany
• How steam trains work (in simple terms)
• Inside the locomotive cabin experience
• The environmental impact of steam trains vs modern trains
• Why slow travel feels more meaningful
• Winter train travel in Saxony
• Sachsen Ticket vs Deutschland Ticket explained
• How to save money on German train travel
• Deutsche Bahn app tips & booking hacks
• Using Omio for European train tickets (with a discount tip)

You can get €10 discount on your first purchase of train tickets on Omio:

https://go-refer.omio.com/oVAM15 - Or if you prefer to use a code, enter this code when you pay: claraf2z3v6f

📍This journey took place on the Lößnitzgrundbahn between Radebeul Ost and Radeburg - 20 minutes by train from Dresden - 1h30 by train from Leipzig.

Whether you’re a train lover, a slow travel fan, or just looking for a unique weekend trip idea in Germany, this episode will inspire you to travel differently.

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