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How to do the Eurostar’s five big stars: It’s 30 years since the first train left London for Paris. Now you can travel direct to four other great cities for a thrilling short break

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How to do the Eurostar’s five big stars: It’s 30 years since the first train left London for Paris. Now you can travel direct to four other great cities for a thrilling short break

Eurostar’s cross-Channel service has been a roaring success and, after 30 years, it now carries more than 18 million people a year, with some trains seating close to 900 passengers. It’s easy to see why. Boarding the sleek carriages is invariably far more pleasant than taking to the skies. The seats are comfortable, the staff … Read more

I’m a train expert – here are seven of Europe’s best sleeper services, from Cornwall to Venice

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I’m a train expert – here are seven of Europe’s best sleeper services, from Cornwall to Venice

Agatha Christie once said: ‘Trains are wonderful.’ Certainly, they were helpful to her, providing the inspiration for Murder On The Orient Express. She knew all about the mystique of travelling on an overnight train, which is the setting for the BBC’s Nightsleeper drama, specifically on a chaotic, madcap Glasgow to London trip.  But you don’t have … Read more

Crowded European attraction slammed by visitors as ‘overrated’ | Travel News | Travel

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Crowded European attraction slammed by visitors as ‘overrated’ | Travel News | Travel

Brussels is renowned worldwide for its gastronomy scene, particularly for Belgian waffles, chocolate, and French fries, which despite the name, are believed to have originated in Belgium. A quintessential capital city, full of Art Deco taverns, unique Flemish art, and towering Gothic cathedrals, Brussels is also home to famous landmarks. The European destination effortlessly draws … Read more

Google wins EU ads abuse case, overruling €1.5 billion fine

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Google wins EU ads abuse case, overruling €1.5 billion fine

Google won a court fight with the European Union over a €1.5 billion (US$1.7 billion) fine for thwarting competition for online ads, partly making up for last week’s crushing defeat in a separate judgment for abusing its monopoly powers. Judges at the EU’s General Court in Luxembourg backed the Alphabet unit’s challenge to a fine … Read more

Travelling To Europe? British Tourists Will Need This £6 ‘Visa Waiver’ To Enter Effective June 2025

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Travelling To Europe? British Tourists Will Need This £6 ‘Visa Waiver’ To Enter Effective June 2025

British tourists planning to visit Europe next summer will need to secure a £6 “visa waiver” as part of the European Union’s updated travel regulations, which come into effect in June 2025. The new requirement is part of the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS), a system designed to enhance security measures for non-EU … Read more

I’ve visited 190 countries with five left to see: Here are my top picks, the best (and worst) for food, the most dangerous – and my least favourite European country

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I’ve visited 190 countries with five left to see: Here are my top picks, the best (and worst) for food, the most dangerous – and my least favourite European country

Luca Pferdmenges has visited 190 countries out of a possible 195 in the world – which means he knows a thing or two about the good, the bad and the ugly of travel destinations. And he hasn’t kept his thoughts to himself. The 22-year-old German, a professional juggler and a world traveller since the age of … Read more

Brussels refuses to host Belgium-Israel match over security fears

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Brussels refuses to host Belgium-Israel match over security fears

Brussels —  Brussels has refused to host a Nations League football match between Israel and Belgium on September 6 because it could spark demonstrations, city authorities said on Wednesday. They said holding such a match while the war in Gaza was continuing “will undoubtedly provoke large demonstrations and counterdemonstrations, compromising the safety of spectators, players, … Read more

Destination dupes – Albania for Greece, Zanzibar for Bora Bora – cheaper and just as good

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Destination dupes – Albania for Greece, Zanzibar for Bora Bora – cheaper and just as good

“It is a gorgeous country with some of the best beach cities we’ve been to, and is similar to Greece,” says Costa. Although they would never recommend picking one country above the other, “We encourage people to also check out Albania for a more affordable and less touristy experience.” For Niki Costa (right) and Tiffany … Read more

Mohammad Mustafa hopeful Europe will further recognize Palestinian state

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Mohammad Mustafa hopeful Europe will further recognize Palestinian state

 The prime minister of the Palestinian Authority expressed hope on Sunday that Spain, Ireland, and Norway’s recognition of a Palestinian state would encourage other European countries to do the same. Mohammad Mustafa, in Brussels to attend a meeting with international donors, said he was grateful that the three had effectively joined 143 other countries … Read more

Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra’s European tour with Jaap van Zweden makes up for lost time

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Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra’s European tour with Jaap van Zweden makes up for lost time

This European tour, the longest in the orchestra’s history, was now being billed as part of its 50th anniversary celebrations. The Hong Kong Philharmonic performed in Singapore to warm up for the European tour. Photo: Aloysius Lim The plan was to begin with a warm-up performance in Singapore, from where the orchestra would fly to … Read more