Group travel remains one of the most operationally demanding areas in rail distribution, often requiring coordination across multiple operators, longer lead times and more manual processes than individual bookings. At the same time, demand continues to grow, with Rail Europe seeing steady momentum in its group segment. To help travel professionals respond to this opportunity, Rail Europe continues to support the market through Rail Group Easy, its dedicated solution designed to make group rail bookings easier to manage and easier to scale across Europe.

As 2025 draws to a close, Rail Europe is sharing a set of booking insights that highlight how North American travelers chose to explore the continent this year. The figures confirm the weight of this audience for European rail: visitors from the United States and Canada represented almost half of all sessions on Rail Europe and showed some of the highest average order values across markets. Their behavior points to a clear shift toward multi-city trips, scenic routes and smaller destinations — a sign that many travelers were looking for richer cultural experiences and a slower, more enjoyable pace.

Traveling to France or Switzerland this fall? Rail Europe Inc., the largest distributor of European rail products in North America, is now offering travelers the chance to explore both countries with the First Class France-Switzerland Deluxe Pass to enjoy six days of first class train travel within a one-month period at a special discounted price.

Rail Europe Inc., the largest distributor of European rail products in North America, offers agents the chance to send clients on a fabulous adventure aboard Thalys high speed trains with 20% Off First Class Thalys Tickets*. Thalys bookings will not only provide clients with a first-class European experience, but agents can enjoy fast rewards too.

Rail Europe Inc., the largest distributor of European rail products in North America, offers agents the chance to send clients on a spectacular tour of Italy aboard Trenitalia “Le Frecce” trains. Trenitalia bookings will not only provide clients with a first-class Italian experience, but agents can enjoy fast rewards too. For every booking of first class Trenitalia high speed tickets made through Rail Europe from April 16 through May 7, agents will receive a $10 Amazon.com® Gift Card.*

Rail Europe Inc., the North American leader in European rail travel, announces the addition of the new Italo train to its extensive range of rail products.