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Christmas getaway journeys ruined as French strike stops cross-Channel trains

Eurostar services cancelled until end of Thursday as Christmas getaway plunged into chaos for thousands

Evening Standard

Train travel resumes between France and UK after surprise strike ends

A wildcat strike Thursday by staff at Eurotunnel, which links Britain and the European continent and paralyzed dozens of Eurostar trains, ended some six hours after it began, Eurotunnel announced. It promised a gradual return to service.

France 24

All Eurotunnel services suspended after shock strikes by French staff

Numerous trains were sent back to their departure point after the tunnel was unexpectedly closed

The Independent UK

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Channel Tunnel Strike Blocks Train Travel

A wildcat strike by workers operating the Channel tunnel has blocked train travel between France and Britain since midday Thursday, train operator Eurostar said.

International Business Times

‘Had to use bins as toilets’: passengers tell of rail journeys from hell

After travellers were stranded on cold, dark trains in London this month, we hear more tales of woe

The Guardian - UK

Best travel deals for January 2024: Reach the sun for less with offers on flights, holidays and packages

Whether you’re planning to escape winter’s chill or looking ahead to summer, bag a bargain this January with some of these incredible deals

The Independent UK

Trains will run from London to Cologne, Frankfurt and Geneva by 2030, vows Eurotunnel

‘Space will be found at St Pancras for new entrants,’ says Channel Tunnel chief

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Eurotunnel owner predicts new direct high-speed rail routes from London

Getlink says competing services to Germany and Switzerland could be using Channel tunnel within five years

The Guardian - UK

7 of the best Interrail routes for an unforgettable European train holiday

Enchanting cities, captivating coastline and beautiful countryside – see it all on one trip with Europe’s most convenient travel ticket

The Independent UK

700 People Trapped In Eurostar Train For 7 Hours With No Power, Working Toilets: 'This Is Inhumane'

The incident occurred just 40 minutes after the train left London.

International Business Times UK

Hundreds of Eurostar passengers stranded on broken down train with no working toilets for eight hours

The Amsterdam-bound service departed London St Pancras as scheduled at 8.16am but broke down around half an hour later.

Evening Standard

Eurostar passengers stranded for seven hours with no power or working toilets

Hundreds of London-Amsterdam travellers are in their eighth hour of being stranded, with night falling

The Independent UK

Eurostar services from Amsterdam to London to be suspended for six months

Blow to passengers as direct trains from Netherlands cancelled from June 2024 to early 2025

The Guardian - UK

Six-month suspension for Eurostar trains from Amsterdam to London

A refurbishment of Amsterdam Centraal station will have a major impact on Eurostar.

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The Independent UK

Amsterdam to London by train? Next year, you’ll face a six-month wait

The Man Who Pays His Way: The train not departing from the Dutch capital is a casualty of Brexit, say some

The Independent UK

Amsterdam to London by train? Next year, you’ll face a six-month wait

The Man Who Pays His Way: The train not departing from the Dutch capital is a casualty of Brexit, say some

The Independent UK

Eurostar Amsterdam to London trains cancelled for six months

Trains will still run to and from Amsterdam – but will have no passengers on board

Evening Standard

Eurostar Amsterdam to London trains cancelled for passengers for six months - but will still run empty

The changes are being made while Amsterdam's Centraal station is under renovation

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The Independent UK

Eurostar Amsterdam to London trains cancelled for six months

Trains will still run to and from Amsterdam – but will have no passengers on board

The Independent UK

Trainline Black Friday sale: Will company offer deals on Railcards?

Everything you need to know about the rail company’s discounts and deals

Evening Standard

10 ways to travel sustainably on a budget

Being more eco-conscious doesn’t have to mean missing out on cheaper holidays. Phoebe Smith has the lowdown on low-cost green adventures

Evening Standard

No need to fly: the best flight-free adventure holidays in Europe

Check out our pick of no-fly, guilt-free, climate-friendly adventure holidays

The Independent UK

Tunnel boss says cross-Channel competition for Eurostar would be ‘great news’

‘Great news for customers, for the environment and for our group,’ says Getlink CEO

The Guardian - UK

How to ski greener – switch from plane to train

We look at ways to reduce your winter holiday carbon footprint, and pick great train-accessible resorts that are doing their bit for the environment

The Independent UK

London-Paris rail rival to Eurostar ‘may well happen’ this time, says expert

Exclusive: Competition for Eurostar between London and Paris has ‘serious financial backing’

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