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'Critical issues to overcome' ahead of new EU border rules, govt warned
Kent’s transport and tourism authorities have urged the government to ensure a seamless rollout of the new EU border rules
Eurostar to invest in 50 new trains to meet 'huge' rail travel demand
Chief executive Gwendoline Cazenave says the investment will provide more capacity as train operator looks to service an additional 11.5 million passengers in the next six years
How to book clients on the new Orient Express train ahead of Italian debut
The vintage-inspired train will make its debut from Rome in summer 2025.
Australia’s Indian Pacific adventure is changing – and here’s how
One of the world’s most epic rail journeys – from Perth to Sydney – is being extended by a day and a night, and there’s a new style of onboard accommodation too.
Eurostar aims to power trains with 100% renewable energy by 2030
Eurostar sets out ambition to power its fleet by 100% renewable energy by 2030 in its first sustainability report
'People should travel flight-free because they want, not because they ought'
Byway founder and chief executive Cat Jones tells TTG about the slow travel specialist’s latest impact report and its ongoing mission to make flight-free travel mainstream
Home Office apologies to passengers after eGates failure
Travellers faced long queues at Border Control after nationwide failure of system
Eurostar unveils new fare categories with added flexibility
Eurostar has made its basic fare category more flexible in a revamp that sees a shake-up of all three classes on its trains
Abta sustainable travel conference to explore social and environmental successes and challenges
The full-day Abta event in London on 15 May will give delegates insights into the success and challenges that travel businesses have faced in ensuring growth that benefits communities and the environment
European tailor-made brand targets agents with UK market launch
Paris-based Worldia has launched in the UK after it was granted an Atol, aiming to become a go-to tech-led B2B brand for agents
‘Europe's newest sleeper train made me feel like a child again’
TTG joined the inaugural service for a new sleeper train connecting Prague with Brussels, which adds an extra dimension to your clients’ European travels
Rail seen as 'serious alternative' to flying by more than half of travellers
However, less than half of those polled by Aito said sustainable travel was a significant factor when planning a holiday
French strike risks 'severe disruption' to half-term rail travel
Eurostar and France’s state rail operator SNCF will operate revised timetables over the coming days
Byway sees sales boost amid ‘shift in the mindset of holidaymakers’
Flight-free travel company Byway is seeing a sales boost as 2024 bookings so far have already topped 2022 levels and are worth nearly a third of 2023 sales
Explore MD: ‘Our single biggest challenge is growing without doing more damage’
TTG caught up with Explore managing director Michael Edwards to find out and how its first Purpose Paper will drive its B Corp journey
Govt told it must ‘act now’ on new EU border rules or risk ‘huge’ disruption
Sadiq Khan has warned of huge queues for Eurostar at St Pancras station after the UK’s planning for the EU’s entry-exit system – which is due to come online this year – was branded ‘severely inadequate’
A greener, more competitive future: is it finally time to open up the ex-UK rail market?
Eurostar could face competition for the first time in 30 years, with new players coming down the line. TTG’s Ilaria Grasso Macola looks at the contenders sizing up the market
Fred Holidays hires Riviera Travel's Paul Mellon as new BDM
Paul Mellon joins Fred Holidays as business development manager having previously held roles at Riviera Travel, Wendy Wu Tours, The Holiday Team, Funway Holidays and Western & Oriental.
Lovetovisit.com heralds successful first year of trading
Lovetovisit.com, a John Hays Entrepreneur award winner, has hailed a successful first year of trading and fundraising
Eurostar's £39 fares promotion breached advertising rules
Eurostar judged to have broken Advertising Standards Authority guidelines with £39 fares promotion due to lack of availability of reduced tickets
Eurostar to offer extra services until Christmas after strike ends
All Eurostar and drive-on Le Shuttle trains were suspended on Thursday (21 December) after industrial action was announced
Eurostar suspends services and urges passengers not to travel amid flash strike
Eurostar on Thursday (21 December) cancelled seven services between London and Paris after Eurotunnel workers have walked out over salaries
This cheese train serves up an authentic slice of Switzerland
With panoramic train journeys, fondue by an open fire, and the chance to watch expert cheesemakers at work, this cheese-themed excursion is a must-have for any Swiss itinerary
Fred Holidays creates new team 'to support growth in trade engagement'
Head of business development Laura Wilson to lead newly-created team to grow the brand’s ties with agents