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Canary Islands: Mass demonstrations against tourism
Last weekend there were large demonstrations by the local population in various places in the Canary Islands. They took to the streets against mass tourism. The canary islands
Cruises: Cunard has taken over “Queen Anne”.
A few days ago, the Cunard shipping company took over a new cruise ship, the “Queen Anne”, which is designed for around 3.000 passengers. The new building will be stationed in Southampton and will
It's not worth it: the next night train provider throws in the towel
Some start-ups, but also established railway companies, have suspected a real night train boom. However, this has not really happened to date. With Green City Trip, another private provider is throwing in the towel.
Deutsche Bahn is discontinuing direct trains from Basel to Amsterdam
Deutsche Bahn AG will discontinue the direct ICE connection between Basel and Amsterdam effective July 15, 2024. This route has been offered without transfers for 96 years. Official communications
Inflation: ÖGB warns of unaffordable summer holidays
The Austrian Federation of Trade Unions warns that the ongoing increases in everyday costs in the Alpine republic could mean that many families will no longer be able to afford summer vacations. This
Phylloxera Express starts the 2024 season
The Waldviertelbahn and the Reblaus Express start the new season on May 1, 2024. Guests can expect a diverse mix of culinary, historical and entertaining program items on both tracks. The
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Binter Canarias – Island Hopping Deluxe – a (small) culinary “journey through time”
Flying in the Embraer 195-E2 from Mallorca to Gran Canaria... - that was once associated with a certain magic. With anticipation, in some cases more than a year in advance. I remember
In the test: This is what the long-distance buses from Regiojet offer
The Czech mobility group Regiojet has been active as a private railway company for several years. They offer trips to Budapest and Prague, among others. You are also a partner on the Austrian route sections
In the test: Slovak Lines – the Slovakian feeder for Vienna Airport
Competition for passengers is fierce, so the standard of service on long-distance buses is higher than, for example, in Austria and Germany. This is expressed for the passengers as follows:
Comparison: AUA Business Lounge vs. SkyLounge vs. Vienna Lounge
At the end of March 2022, Terminal 2 with gate areas B, C and D went back into operation at Vienna-Schwechat Airport. At the same time, the Vienna Lounge opened, the new flagship of the exclusive
Condor-A330: In training mode - between instruction and "Austrian Delight" schnitzel
In the Condor Airbus A330-200 from Palma de Mallorca to Frankfurt. "And so it's 07:03 a.m., good morning Mallorca," comes the sound from the loudspeakers of the rented bright red A-Class, as I mean it
Air Dolomiti vs. AUA: The small but subtle differences in the Embraer 195
Within the Lufthansa Group, the airlines Air Dolomiti and Austrian Airlines operate the Embraer 195 aircraft. For several years, the group has been trying to bring the in-flight products of its airlines closer together. on
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Romania and Bulgaria: Passport controls are only eliminated by air
Effective March 31, 2024, Bulgaria and Romania are considered members of the Schengen area, but only by air. If you travel by car, train or bus, then
Easter holidays 2024: ÖAMTC expects numerous traffic jams
“Easter holidays in Austria and 11 German federal states, including Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg: This means lively travel and excursion traffic on our transit routes,” explains ÖAMTC traffic expert Harald Lasser. The club expects heavy convoy traffic
Permanent strikes in Germany: Passengers have these rights
Calls for strikes for Lufthansa and security staff continue unabated. Passengers need good nerves! An overview of the passenger rights of EU Regulation 261/2004. Depending on the length of the flight route booked, you may be entitled to
Foreign transaction fees are expensive for travelers
1,9 billion euros loss: In Germany there are hidden fees in excessive exchange rates, high costs for international transactions and expenses abroad by travelers. On behalf of Wise this has
Taking winter sports equipment with you: Passengers need to keep this in mind
A ski holiday in March in Europe offers many advantages: the days are getting longer, the slopes are emptier and many ski areas attract people with varied events. To increase the travel time to the mountains
Summersplash OGH ruling: high school graduates can get money back
The AK has sued for 20 clauses in the general terms and conditions (GTC) of the high school travel provider Summersplash for high school trips in 2023. The Higher Regional Court and OGH confirm: The provider may use the AK
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