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TransportationArriva is pressing ahead with plans to expand international rail services, unveiling proposals for new direct routes between the Netherlands, Belgium and Paris that could launch from February 2028.The operator has formally notified the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) of its intention to operate two additional international services...
TransportationDirect ferry services between Guernsey and Portsmouth are going to triangulate with Cherbourg from November as part of a restructuring announced early this week by Brittany Ferries in what it called ‘difficult market conditions’. The Islander ferry will follow what the company called ‘a more efficient schedule’ from November 1st,...
BreakingA new report from UN Tourism and the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) shows that women remain severely underrepresented across tourism transport, particularly in technical, driving and leadership roles.The Global Report on Women in Tourism Transport provides the first global, sex-disaggregated evidence base on women working across air, land and...
BreakingThe double-earthquakes that struck near Caracas on Thursday killed in first estimation 32 people and injured over 700. However, some experts estimate that between 10,000 and 100,000 people could have been victims in the catastrophe. The earthquakes triggered widespread disruption across Venezuela's capital region, forcing the temporary closure of Simón...
TransportationThe Irish government has announced a major investment package worth €228 million ($263 million) to strengthen rail connectivity between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, supporting faster journeys and enhanced cross-border travel.The funding, drawn from the final allocation of the Irish government's Shared Island Fund, includes €193 million for...
BreakingWeRide, a specialized company in autonomous driving technology, and Uber Technologies, Inc. announced on June 2, 2026 their plans to launch Spain’s first commercial Robotaxi pilot in the Region of Madrid. It will mark the companies’ first joint entry into the European market.The service is expected to begin operations later...
TransportationThe troubled Stuttgart 21 rail megaproject has suffered yet another delay, with German media reports indicating the new underground station in Stuttgart will not be fully operational until the end of 2031.The latest setback pushes completion five years beyond the previously planned opening date of late 2026 and more than...
TransportationThe long-awaited CDG Express rail service connecting central Paris to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is scheduled to open on March 28, 2027, offering a 20-minute non-stop journey between Paris Gare de l’Est and Terminal 2. Operated by Hello Paris — a joint venture between Keolis and RATP Dev —...
BreakingAirbnb is expanding beyond home rentals this summer with new travel services, exclusive experiences, boutique hotels, and AI-powered tools designed to make trips easier and more personalized.Airbnb introduced Experiences and Services, allowing travelers to book accommodations, local activities, and in-home services like private chefs all in one app. In 2026,...
Other NewsTravelers heading to Portugal in early June are being urged to prepare for significant disruption as unions across the country confirm participation in a nationwide general strike on June 3.The industrial action, organized by Portugal’s largest trade union confederation CGTP, is expected to impact flights, rail services, metro networks and...
TransportationCar rental specialist Zest Car Rental has expanded its online presence with the acquisition of the Clarify Car Hire website. The deal brings together two UK-based brands known for focusing on clear pricing, straightforward booking processes and customer-focused car rental services. Zest Car Rental said the acquisition supports its long-term...
BreakingImposing a single document when traveling by rail across Europe, even when using various rail companies. The European Commission has proposed new rules to make seamless travel across Europe a reality. The three proposals adopted on May 13, 2026 simplify planning and booking for regional, long-distance and cross-border travel, particularly...
