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Filippo Zago

Sustainable travel, backpacking, nature lover

Filippo Zago

About Filippo Zago

Travelling by train is, in my opinion, the perfect way to explore a region mindfully. Years of commuting for study, work, and leisure between the cities and the hinterland of North-Eastern Italy have taught me how to optimise every journey and manage connections with precision. This hands-on approach blends with a backpacker spirit, always seeking the best balance between flexibility and travel quality.

I love nature and routes that evoke emotion, such as the Venice-Vienna line, my personal favourite. It's a scenic itinerary offering fairy-tale landscapes in every season. Through my guides, I aim to provide practical tools for discovering every destination through sustainable and smart mobility.

My top money-saving tip for train travel in the Italy

"The real secret to saving on Italian trains is booking early. Book High-Speed rail as soon as sales open to lock in discounted fares like Super Economy (Trenitalia Frecce) or Smart (Italo). If you travel on weekends or in a group, always check for dedicated deals, they're almost always more cost-effective than single tickets!

One last tip? Join free loyalty programmes like CartaFRECCIA or Italo Più for extra discounts tailored to frequent travellers."