Is flying always bad? Should you feel guilty for boarding a plane? And most importantly, what can you actually do if flying is unavoidable?

Together, Clara and Lotte explore the reality behind flight emissions, compare flights vs train travel, and explain why aviation has such a large environmental impact, sometimes up to 30 times higher than electric trains.

But this episode is not about perfection, it’s about realistic, accessible sustainable travel.

You’ll learn:

• What flight shame really means and why many travelers feel it
• How flight emissions compare to trains, cars, and even cruise ships
• Why reducing flights matters more than eliminating them completely
• The truth about carbon offsetting (and why airline options can be misleading)
• Practical tips to make your flights more sustainable
• How to travel consciously even after you land

From choosing direct flights and flying economy, to supporting local businesses and rethinking how we travel, this episode gives you practical, non-judgmental advice for traveling more responsibly.

Because sustainable travel isn’t about being perfect, it’s about making better choices, step by step.

About the guest:
Lotte is the creator behind The Sustainable Travel Guide, where she shares tips and insights on how to travel more consciously without giving up meaningful experiences.

• Follow her on Insta:https://www.instagram.com/the.sustainable.travel.guide/
• Download her Pdf guide about a sustainable approach to flying: https://buymeacoffee.com/thesustainabletravelguide/e/358590

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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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• Follow James on Instagram @thenonflyingscotsman

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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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