Spanish train maker Talgo receives offer from Czech rival Skoda

Before Australia’s East Coast burnished its reputation as a haven of sun, sand and sea, it was the temperate climate of Tasmania, the country’s largest island, that lured visitors from across the British Empire. Sometimes called the “sanitarium of the south,” it was noted for its salubrious climes, which were considered an antidote to havoc wrought on delicate constitutions by tours in the equatorial colonies. Some two centuries later, the heart-shaped landmass 150 miles off the mainland’s southeast coast is still seen as a place of invigorating isolation.

Ever since I first went to Disney World's Epcot as an almost 12-year-old, I've been captivated by Morocco . Well, at least fake Morocco, the World Showcase version built in 1984 with the participation of King Hassan II.

Jul 23, 2024 • 6 min read

Paris is expected to welcome 11.3 million visitors during the Olympic Games, significantly increasing its population density. This surge in visitors is spurring travel demand to international destinations, such as Italy and the United States, that harness this desire to leave crowds behind, also benefiting United Kingdom, Spain, and Greece, as well as farther destinations, such as Thailand or Japan.

Wego, the number 1 travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), announced partnership with Visit Valencia with the support of Tourspain, to enhance the city’s visibility as a premier travel destination.

Jul 22, 2024 • 5 min read

Step 1: Board the train. Step 2: Climb into bed. Step 3: Wake up at your destination.

Strikes are a regular occurrence in Europe, as employees withhold their labour to fight for better pay and conditions.

Jul 19, 2024 • 5 min read

A plan to link two major high-speed rail lines currently under construction in California is moving forward, thanks to a recent significant development.

Jul 18, 2024 • 5 min read

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