In March 2024, night train start-up European Sleeper will extend its Brussels-Berlin service to Prague. ADVERTISEMENT As flight-free travel gains momentum, European train journeys are experiencing a renaissance. Various sleeper services are due to launch in December, opening up new routes across central and western Europe. And from 25 March 2024, night train start-up European … Read more
Europe’s night trains face cut-throat competition from budget airlines. ADVERTISEMENT Sarah and Sonia pile out of a rain-smattered train at Berlin Central Station, surprised they feel so rested after sleeping on Europe’s newest night train service, but also over an hour late. “When you see the beds, they don’t look like the most comfortable ones,” … Read more
Emmanuel Macron’s government is moving to tackle the “scourge” of bedbugs in France after a raft of videos showed the minuscule insects popping up on public transport, with Paris city hall demanding a reaction. “I will bring together transport operators next week to provide information on the actions undertaken and act more to serve travelers,” … Read more
While Canada and India might appear worlds apart, they share surprising commonalities that attract travellers from all corners. This article highlights 5 aspects—ranging from natural wonders to delectable food—that make both Canada and India intriguing destinations for travel enthusiasts. Updated Sep 20, 2023 | 09:00 PM IST 5 Things Canada and India Have in Common … Read more
France’s Transport Minister says he wants to open the debate on the environmental and social cost of flights. France will seek support from other EU nations for a minimum price on flights in an effort to cut the aviation sector’s carbon emissions. ADVERTISEMENT The country is aiming to “open the debate on the fair social … Read more
France will launch a €49 public transport ticket. Here’s everything you need to know. France is set to launch a low-cost rail pass next summer. ADVERTISEMENT The new €49 pass will offer passengers unlimited travel on TER regional services and intercity trains. It follows on the success of Germany’s popular €49 public transport ticket. Transport … Read more
Nightjet’s Paris-Berlin train to relaunch in 2024 as Europe’s rail revival gathers speed. You’ll soon be able to fall asleep in Paris and wake up in Berlin thanks to the return of Austrian rail operator ÖBB’s night train service. ADVERTISEMENT After a nine-year break, the Nightjet sleeper service will relaunch on 11 December from Berlin, … Read more
Airport and public transport strikes could impact thousands of people travelling to the Rugby World Cup. Sports fans could face travel chaos next week as French airport staff threaten strikes during the Rugby World Cup. ADVERTISEMENT The country’s largest union for air traffic controllers (SNCTA) has called on workers to conduct a nationwide walkout on … Read more
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. LONDON — Rishi Sunak likes to city hop by helicopter. The British public doesn’t approve. Almost half of Britons, about 49 percent, oppose the British prime minister traveling via private plane or helicopter, while 54 percent reckon he should take public transport to official engagements … Read more
France’s Transport Minister says he will propose a minimum flight price policy to the EU. France’s Transport Minister has said he will propose that the EU brings in a minimum price on flights to reduce carbon emissions. ADVERTISEMENT Clément Beaune says he wants to “fight against social and environmental dumping” and that “€10 plane tickets … Read more