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Nightmare before Christmas: Storm Pia’s 80mph winds see dozens of BA flights grounded, lorries overturned, trees uprooted and roofs ripped off homes

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Nightmare before Christmas: Storm Pia’s 80mph winds see dozens of BA flights grounded, lorries overturned, trees uprooted and roofs ripped off homes

All Eurostar and LeShuttle rail services were suspended this afternoon due to a last-minute strike by Eurotunnel staff as the Christmas getaway descended into chaos. Eurostar said no trains could proceed through the Channel Tunnel until 3.30pm at the earliest, with trains held en route being force to return to their starting point. All LeShuttle … Read more

Budget rail travel: Eurostar has announced thousands of discounted train fares for 2024

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Budget rail travel: Eurostar has announced thousands of discounted train fares for 2024

Eurostar has announced there are 75,200 promotional fares up for grabs for the first months of 2024. ADVERTISEMENT Train journeys are booming in popularity thanks to dozens of new rail routes and more eco-conscious travellers who want to avoid the hassle of flight delays. But the price of tickets is holding the sector back and … Read more

‘Long and expensive detours’: Italy-France rail tunnel closure set to disrupt winter travel

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‘Long and expensive detours’: Italy-France rail tunnel closure set to disrupt winter travel

Authorities are warning of much heavier traffic on roads and increased demand for flights. ADVERTISEMENT A major rail route connecting France and Italy looks set to remain out of use until summer 2024. It was forced to close following a landslide this August. The transalpine line was a key method of transport for tourists taking … Read more

Flight-free holidays: Trains are cheaper than planes on these exciting European journeys

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Flight-free holidays: Trains are cheaper than planes on these exciting European journeys

Beat this year’s soaring flight prices by taking one of these train journeys. ADVERTISEMENT As holidaymakers ditch airports and the acccompanying hassles, delays and expense, European rail is their alternative of choice. But catching the train isn’t just better for the planet. It can also be better for your wallet. According to research by Which? … Read more

Bank holiday travel chaos as RMT announces new strike dates in long-running dispute

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Bank holiday travel chaos as RMT announces new strike dates in long-running dispute

11 August 2023, 16:06 | Updated: 11 August 2023, 16:14 Millions face Bank Holiday travel chaos after RMT announces two new strike dates. Picture: Alamy Train operators will be striking on two more dates in the coming weeks, the RMT union today announced. Around 20,000 RMT members at 14 train operators will strike on August … Read more