France/Belgium Strikes & Travel Woes from 11 Oct

Industrial action in Belgium is planned for Monday 11 October, 2010.  According to Eurostar the strike will not affect its services or international trains.  Local train services may be affected on Monday, however, so travellers should check nearer the time…

Czech Republic vs Scotland

Scotland travel out to Prague to meet the Czech Republic in a UEFA Euro 2012 qualifying match on Friday, 8 October 2010. 

The venue is the Eden stadium with kick-off scheduled for 8:15 pm local time (7:15 UK time).

The…

Feeling Taxed? Getaway!

Judging by reports and feedback we receive there are a lot of great off-peak travel deals out there at the moment just waiting to be snapped up – so better hurry!

A good reason to book now is to avoid…

Travel Alerts and Advice for Visitors to Europe

It has been all over the news, so travellers to Europe should already be well aware of the raised security warnings in place.  

Many people we have spoken to state they are not going to let this or any threats…

Greece – Strike 7 October

A further 24-hour general strike has been called in Greece for Thursday, 7 October 2010. 

The strike by public sector workers is likely to affect travellers by causing delays and possible flight cancellations.  Those with travel plans which might be…

London Tube Strike 3-4 Oct

More bad news for commuters and visitors to London…

The second in a series of three planned strikes on the London Underground tube trains has been called for Monday, 3 October 2010.  

Unless the strike is called off, those with…

FC Utrecht vs Liverpool

Liverpool FC travels to the Netherlands to meet FC Utrecht on Thursday, 30 September 2010 in a UEFA Europa League match. 

The venue is the Galgenswaard Stadium in Utrecht, with kick-off scheduled for 7pm local time (6pm UK time). 

Utrecht…

Greece – Travel Disruption

Planned strikes will affect rail travel in Greece starting today, 22 September 2010. 

Further travel disruption is possible due to strikes by public sector workers, which includes air traffic controllers. 

Demonstrations and strikes may be called without much notice and affect…

Europe – Planned Strikes

If you have plans to travel to Europe, especially Spain or France, keep an eye on the news for updates on planned ‘anti-austerity’ strikes.   

France:  On Thursday, 23 September 2010 a nationwide strike over pension reform is expected to cause…

Dreaming of Snow Yet?

With summer holiday memories fading from our minds, it’s time to start planning a winter break or ski trip. 

Booking well in advance is often the best way to secure a good deal, and booking early for busy school half-term and…