Uber Expands Holiday Travel Upgrades With New Airport Kiosk and Newark Shuttle
Uber is rolling out new holiday travel upgrades, including its first-ever airport kiosk and a major expansion of Uber Shuttle in the New York area.
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Saudi Arabia and Qatar Sign Landmark High-Speed Rail Deal Linking Riyadh and Doha
Saudi Arabia and Qatar have signed a groundbreaking agreement to build a high-speed rail line linking Riyadh and Doha, signaling a major step forward in regional…
La Dolce Vita Train Unveils an Exclusive New Year’s Eve Journey Through Tuscany and Venice
Italy’s La Dolce Vita Orient Express is introducing an ultra-luxury New Year’s Eve rail journey featuring Brunello tastings, fine dining by chef Heinz Beck, and a…
Eurostar Orders Double-Decker Trains for 2031 Launch Through the Channel Tunnel
Eurostar has placed a €2 billion order for double-deck high-speed trains, set to debut in 2031 and increase capacity through the Channel Tunnel by about 20%.
Belmond Launches Luxury Paris-to-Amalfi Train Journey in Spring 2026
Belmond’s iconic Venice Simplon-Orient-Express will debut a new Paris-to-Amalfi Coast route in May 2026, offering a three-night luxury rail and resort experience.
Railbookers Launches First-Ever Luxury Rail Week Featuring Iconic Train Journeys
Railbookers is launching its first Luxury Rail Week starting mid-September, offering exclusive savings and access to iconic train journeys around the world.
London Tube Strikes Disrupt Travel for Third Day as Commuters Seek Alternatives
London’s Tube network grapples with its fifth consecutive day of strikes over pay and working conditions, pushing commuters toward bikes, buses, and boats to navigate the…
Amtrak Unveils NextGen Acela: America’s Fastest, Most Modern Train Service Yet
Amtrak launches its NextGen Acela high-speed trains - built in the U.S. - offering faster speeds, more seats, and upgraded amenities along the busy Northeast Corridor.
Twiliner Debuts Stylish, Eco-Friendly Night Bus Across Europe
Twiliner launches a luxury night bus service across Europe in November 2025, offering lie-flat beds, sustainability, and connection between major cities.
Lithuania Advances Rail Baltica with Major Construction and Design Contracts
Lithuania has awarded €235 million in contracts to kick off construction on key sections of the Rail Baltica corridor and inked a €38 million design contract…
EU Unveils Ambitious High-Speed Rail Vision to Transform European Travel
The European Commission has unveiled a long-term vision for a 49,400 km high-speed rail network, backed by a €546 billion investment, aiming to make rail travel…
Direct London-to-Berlin Train Service Moves Closer with New UK-Germany Treaty
Plans for a direct London-to-Berlin train route are advancing after a new UK-Germany transport treaty, promising easier travel between the two capitals.