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Are delays inevitable when the EES launches in November?

Every port, airport and land border has to install new technology before the Entry/Exit System launch on 10 November.

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WATCH: Paris Olympics hit by high-speed rail sabotage

France's high-speed rail network suffered severe disruptions due to coordinated sabotage acts, including arson, on the day of the Paris Olympics opening ceremony.

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What are Eurostar’s plans for the upcoming Entry/Exit System?

The entire transition is likely to cost around €10 million - but Eurostar is confident its plans will go smoothly from the start.

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Dreaming of winter? Eurostar Snow tickets are now on sale

Returning in December, this train service offers a sustainable route from London to the Alps.

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Eurostar expansion could mean new European routes from London

Eurostar's chief executive also said that she expects St Pancras and Paris Gare du Nord will be redesigned over the next five years to make more space for passengers.

Green News

Eurostar vows to power its trains with 100% renewable energy by 2030

In one European country, its trains have already been running entirely on wind power since 2017.

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Inside Eurostar’s struggle with Brexit, strikes and competitors

One passenger vowed to never travel with Eurostar again after last-minute strikes ruined his Christmas plans.

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Eurostar will run direct London-Amsterdam trains this summer

A six month suspension of services will no longer take place as the rail operator has found a solution to Amsterdam station works.

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All the train companies planning new Channel Tunnel routes

The Channel Tunnel operating company says the line has capacity for more services.

United Kingdom

Eurostar services resume following travel chaos

One of the tunnels used by the train company is back in operation - but Eurostar are warning of further delays and restrictions.

France

Travel chaos as Eurostar services cancelled amid flooding

Travellers have been stranded in Paris and London due to train cancellations as swathes of Europe are hit with flood warnings.

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Eurotunnel strike: London trains return to normal after shock walkout

Eurostar trains were cancelled on Thursday afternoon due to an unexpected walkout. The strike is now over.

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Eurostar releases thousands of promotional fares for 2024

Eurostar has announced there are 75,200 promotional fares up for grabs for the first months of 2024.

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Eurostar could face fresh competition on its UK-France train route

Virgin's Richard Branson will reportedly be the next to challenge Eurostar's 30-year monopoly on cross-Channel trains.

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Eurostar rival Evolyn is set to hit the tracks by 2025

Eurostar’s 30-year monopoly on cross-Channel trains could be about to end.

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Paris bedbugs have already spread to the UK, parasite expert warns

Amid the ongoing bedbug crisis in Paris, an expert has claimed the parasite could already be spreading in the UK.

Experiences

Rugby World Cup travel: These train routes are greener and more fun

The Rugby World Cup is the ‘perfect’ chance to explore France more sustainably over land and sea, according to these experts.

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Eurostar speeds up boarding with new contactless check-in

Boarding at Eurostar's busy London hub will be quicker and easier thanks to new contactless border checks.

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Eurostar: Hundreds of seats left empty due to Brexit passport checks

The rail operator has had to cap ticket sales to avoid long queues and unmanageable delays.

World News

Why are post-Brexit checks slowing down business for Eurostar?

Train operator Eurostar says that it is facing slower post-Brexit passport checks for UK travellers. The cross-channel group unveiled a new logo following the service's merger with Thalys.