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Lumo Scraps London-Glasgow Train Service

Budget rail operator Lumo is scrapping its direct London King's Cross to Glasgow Central service from April 2025, citing commercial unviability and shifting travel patterns post-pandemic.

Lumo launches budget Glasgow-London train route

Budget rail operator Lumo announces a new direct service connecting Glasgow Central to London King's Cross, promising fares up to 90% cheaper than standard train tickets and challenging aviation on the busy corridor.

1970s Glamour Train Returns for Luxury European Tours

A legendary 1970s luxury train, the Trans-Europ Express, is making a spectacular comeback. Discover how you can experience the golden age of rail travel through Europe's most stunning landscapes in retro-futuristic style.

Magaluf Holidays Under £300: Budget Travel Guide

Exclusive travel hack reveals how savvy female travellers are scoring week-long holidays in Magaluf for less than £300, including flights and accommodation. Discover the secret to an affordable Spanish getaway.

Ukrainian Professor Murdered in German Train Ambush

A respected professor and Ukrainian refugee is brutally murdered in a targeted shooting on a regional train in Bavaria, as a lone gunman opens fire in a shocking act of violence that has stunned Germany.

London's Pedicab Crackdown: Fare Caps & Music Ban

The UK government is launching a major crackdown on London's rogue pedicab operators. New legislation will introduce fare caps, safety standards, and noise controls to finally regulate the industry in Westminster and across the capital.

Badenoch Slams Labour's Budget Plans as 'Fantasy Economics'

Chancellor Rachel Reeves's first major fiscal event faces fierce criticism from former Tory leadership contender Kemi Badenoch, who warns of 'fantasy economics' and accuses Labour of planning to 'max out the country's credit card'.

World's Largest Train Station Opens in China

Discover the mind-boggling scale of China's new Shenzhen North Railway Hub, a £2 billion behemoth that's five times larger than London's Waterloo and redefines modern travel with its colossal size and cutting-edge technology.

NYC's Pod Times Square: Luxury Budget Hotel From £57/Night

Discover Pod Times Square, the revolutionary budget hotel in the heart of New York City offering compact yet stylish pods from just £57 per night. Perfect for savvy travellers seeking prime location without the luxury price tag.

East Coast Main Line Train Fares Slashed in Half

Passengers on the East Coast Main Line are set for huge savings as the new operator, LNER, introduces simplified and drastically cheaper 'Semi-Flex' fares, ending years of confusing pricing.

World's Most Scenic Train Journey Costs Just £19

An adventurous tourist has uncovered the ultimate budget travel secret: experiencing Norway's world-famous Bergensbanen railway, hailed as one of the planet's most beautiful train journeys, for an unbelievable £19.

Direct Rome to Siena Train Route Launches

A new direct train service now connects Rome and the heart of Tuscany, Siena, offering a faster, scenic route and boosting tourism in the iconic region.

Luxury Alps Train with Free-Flowing Champagne & Fine Dining

Discover the ultimate luxury rail journey through the Swiss and Austrian Alps. This opulent train offers unlimited champagne, gourmet dining, and breathtaking panoramic views for an unforgettable, all-inclusive experience.

Hogwarts Express train suspended for urgent repairs

The iconic Jacobite steam train, famed as the Hogwarts Express in the Harry Potter films, has been suspended indefinitely for urgent safety repairs to its carriages, disrupting travel plans and disappointing fans.

Major ScotRail disruption on Fort William to Glasgow line

Major travel chaos hit Scotland's West Highland Line as a train failure between Fort William and Glasgow left passengers stranded, with replacement transport struggling to cope with the severe disruption on one of the UK's most picturesque routes.

Reeves Vows OBR Power Over Labour Manifesto Costings

Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to give the Office for Budget Responsibility new powers to independently cost Labour's election manifesto, marking a major shift in UK economic policy and transparency.

Interrail Sale: Expert Tips for Budget European Rail Travel

Discover insider tips for maximising the Interrail Global Pass sale. From hidden-gem routes in Spain and Scandinavia to money-saving strategies for France and Italy, our expert guide helps you craft an unforgettable European train journey on a budget.

Reeves Vows 'Iron Discipline' in First Budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to deliver a budget of 'iron discipline' with tough spending rules, as she accuses the Tories of leaving the economy in ruins. Get the full analysis.

Budget 2025 Date Revealed: Chancellor's Autumn Plan

Exclusive: Chancellor Rachel Reeves is poised to deliver her first major Budget in late October or early November, setting out Labour's long-term economic plan. Get the inside track on the key dates and what it means for your wallet.

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