News tagged train delays

Scorching Summer: How Europe’s 2026 Heatwave Has Travelers Rethinking Rail Journeys

An intense heatwave has swept across Europe in June 2026, bringing temperatures well above 40°C and shaking up rail, tourism, and hotel experiences. Travelers face both frustrations and inventive solutions as the continent adapts to a summer for the record books.

June 24, 2026

Winter Woes: How Europe’s Big Storm Shook Up Travel in 2026

A recent winter storm on January 15, 2026, brought unexpected chaos—and a few surprises—across European travel hubs, with both headaches and heartwarming moments for travelers, tourism providers, and the industry at large.

January 15, 2026

How France’s Train Trouble Clouded the Paris Olympics Opening Weekend

Just hours before the Paris Olympics kicked off in July 2024, thousands of travelers faced major train chaos due to coordinated arson attacks on France’s high-speed rail network. Here’s how the disruptions impacted Olympic visitors, what travelers experienced, and how France rallied to keep the Games—and tourism—on track.

July 26, 2025