Rails, Ales & Old Towns: The Europe Travel Podcast
*Podcast returns February 2026* Go to Europe anytime you want, as writer and lover of European travel Scott Hartbeck takes you on a grand tour of the continent, celebrating all the great things to eat, drink and do while you’re there.
Expect plenty of stories, advice and trip inspiration as he explores destinations—from the iconic to the underrated—alongside guests from across the spectrum of European travel. From tour guides, authors and beer & wine connoisseurs to rail travel aficionados and the occasional globetrotting friend, you never know who will come along for the ride.
Scott has been going to Europe for 20 years and has a passion for all the fun little things that make the European travel experience so special. Think happy hours in the train dining car instead of hours spent waiting in line at overcrowded attractions.
Whether you’re planning a future trip or want to relive the magic of a past European adventure, this podcast will take you there.
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Episodes
Saturday May 06, 2023
Saturday May 06, 2023
Get to know a true hidden gem in Europe: Graz, Austria. Scott is joined by Sigrid Alber, a tour guide who has been showing travelers around her city for over 30 years. Sigrid chooses her dream trip to Europe.
Show notes can be found here: http://www.railsalesoldtowns.com/ep3
Support the show by buying me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/railsalesoldtowns
Follow @railsalesoldtowns on Instagram & Facebook for more Europe trip inspiration.
Saturday Apr 01, 2023
Saturday Apr 01, 2023
Yes, it's true: one of the top things to do in London is go to the pub.
Scott is joined by author and co-founder of Liquid History Tours John Warland to talk about some of the best pubs in London and how these historic watering holes tell the story of the city. From some of the oldest pubs in the city to the most interesting ones, we cover it all while John pours out advice on how to make the most of your pub visit.
A small sampling of the pubs covered includes The Mayflower Pub, The Ye Olde Chesire Cheese and The Blackfriar.
Show notes and links to all pubs can be found here: http://www.railsalesoldtowns.com/ep2.
Support the show by buying me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/railsalesoldtowns
Follow @railsalesoldtowns on Instagram & Facebook for more Europe trip inspiration.
Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
Scott is joined by longtime friend, world traveler & former travel writer Adam Seper to talk about past Europe trips and an upcoming one to Croatia. Adam & Scott choose their dream trips to Europe.
Links to places discussed can be found here: http://www.railsalesoldtowns.com/ep1
Support the show by buying me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/railsalesoldtowns
Follow @railsalesoldtowns on Instagram & Facebook for more Europe trip inspiration.
Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
Quick description of what this podcast is going to be all about. (Hope you like Europe!)
Follow @railsalesoldtowns on Instagram & Facebook for more European travel inspiration.
Theme music by Stu Wilson.