Category: Travel

The UK is set to experience significant travel disruptions this Easter weekend, with an estimated 74 million journeys anticipated across roads, railways, and airports. This surge in travel coincides with extensive engineering works on the rail network and adverse weather conditions in the south-west. Road Travel The AA forecasts nearly 19 million vehicle journeys on […]

On April 5, 2025, the Czech Republic marked a significant milestone in railway innovation with the launch of its first autonomous passenger train. The train, named Edita, operates on the Kopidlno–Dolní Bousov line, a historic route revitalized for this purpose. Developed by AŽD Praha, a Czech signalling manufacturer, Edita is a modified 810 series diesel […]

Tangier, Morocco, is set to enhance its urban transportation infrastructure with a significant light rail project, aligning with the nation’s broader Railway Strategy 2040. This initiative aims to modernize the city’s transit network, facilitating improved mobility for residents and visitors, particularly in anticipation of the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Project Overview The planned light rail […]

Recent data reveals a significant downturn in European tourism to the United States, with visitors from countries like Ireland, Norway, and Germany decreasing by 17%. This decline is largely attributed to heightened political and economic uncertainties under President Donald Trump’s administration. In March 2025, UK tourism to the U.S. saw a 14.3% drop compared to […]

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has launched a new call for qualified candidates interested in a fixed-term employment as Seconded National Experts (SNEs) at its headquarters in Cologne, Germany. SNEs support EASA with their high level of professional knowledge and experience, in particular in areas where this is not available in house. The secondment […]

If you’re planning an Easter or spring getaway to Europe, be prepared: travel strikes are expected to affect key transport networks across France, Italy, and Greece from April through June 2025. Disruptions will likely impact flights, trains, and public transport, as unions in multiple countries protest over working conditions, pay, and pension reforms. Here’s what […]

FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, April 10, 2025 — The European airspace is one of the busiest and most complex in the world. As traffic demand continues to rise, it is important that all airspace users are able to be seen while flying and are also able to see each other. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has […]

London Euston, one of the UK’s busiest railway stations, will completely close from April 19 to 21, 2025, due to a major infrastructure upgrade. The closure—timed during the Easter bank holiday weekend—is expected to disrupt travel for thousands heading to and from Scotland, Manchester, Liverpool, and other northern destinations along the West Coast Main Line. […]

Travelers heading to Europe this Easter are being urged to prepare for widespread disruptions as France, Italy, and Greece face a new wave of transport strikes from April through June 2025. Industrial action across aviation, rail, and public transport sectors is expected to affect thousands of passengers during the busy holiday period. The strikes stem […]

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has further extended the consultation period for the proposed Level 2 Means of Compliance (MoC): to the Special Condition on Electric/Hybrid Propulsion Systems (EHPS) — SC E-19. EASA encourages all interested parties and affected stakeholders to review and comment on the proposed MoC via the dedicated Comment-Response Tool […]