I thought I`d update all you readers about the latest news, discounts and social content out there about rail travel in Europe. Hopefully you all have been reading up on Europe, preparing for your travels and of course learning a little bit about rail travel in Europe. There have been a lot of recent news, as well as discounts for the 2010 travel season. The downed economy has opened up the travel industry quite a bit in some places, and the train network in Europe is no exception.

We`ve been shooting content for the blog here, and have just started our Twitter account so come follow us. We`re in the process of starting up the Eurail Deals Podcast which will help newcomers learn some tips and tricks, as well as get news out in video format. We have also been putting out some videos on the Eurail Deals Youtube Channel, so come check us out and share your travel videos with us. We`ll make sure to put our favorite videos up here on the site.

The International Student Exchange Identity Card recently announced a new, major promotion with the Eurail just in time for summer travel for students and youth.  Every Cardholder will be able to purchase a 15-day Eurail Global Youth Pass from the dates of May 1 to July 31  2010, and receive two extra days for free which nets you 17 days of Eurail travel.

Once purchased, the cardholder has six months to use the pass for 17 consecutive days with unlimited travel on 30 European railway companies and shipping lines that cover 21 European countries including Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Republic of Ireland (includes Northern Ireland), Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the Netherlands.

By presenting the ISE card, cardholders are eligible for a variety of discounts ranging from 5 to 50 percent off hotels, hostels, restaurants, adventure tours, discos, museums, castles, shops and other attractions around the world. Other ISE Card benefits include a 24 hour helpline, a basic medical benefit, airline bankruptcy protection and more. For additional information about the ISE card, visit www.isecard.com or call toll free 800-255-8000.

Read More: http://www.isecard.com/studentflights/railpasses/eurorail/eurail.php