Michael Portillo embarks on a new series of railway adventures across Europe.
Discovering new regions, cities and cultures through the eyes of followers of Bradshaw’s Continental Railway Guide, which in 1913, opened up foreign travel to the discerning British tourist.
In the first episode, Michael sports a strikingly modern edition of his Bradshaw’s Continental Handbook, dated 1936.
His destination lies close to his heart: the ancient kingdom of Spain and land of his father, recommended in Michael’s guidebook for its exceptional climate and glorious history.