The European Union will consider giving all Europeans a free continental rail pass for their 18th birthday but officials said the idea faces numerous obstacles. “People all around Europe must get to know and learn to cherish each other. Bulc said the European commission would look at the cost and possible funding sources. With five million or more Europeans turning 18 each year, the potential cost and strain on the rail system in popular destinations, could be immense. One option, Bulc said, could be to limit the issue of the birthday passes via a lottery.

Source: The Guardian October 05, 2016 00:33 UTC