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VIDEO | The Longest Train Journey in the European Union: From Finland to Portugal by train in just 125 hours and 31 minutes
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VIDEO | The Longest Train Journey in the European Union: From Finland to Portugal by train in just 125 hours and 31 minutes

‘125 Hours – Europe’s Longest Train Journey: From the Arctic to the Atlantic’ 125 hours. 23 … VIDEO | The Longest Train Journey in the European Union: From Finland to Portugal by train in just 125 hours and 31 minutesRead more

by Timothy•20 September 202625 September 2026•4
Antwerp-Central sees increase in international train travel
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Antwerp-Central sees increase in international train travel

International rail travel from Antwerp in Belgium is continuing to grow strongly, with Eurostar reporting a … Antwerp-Central sees increase in international train travelRead more

by Timothy•7 September 20267 September 2026•25
NMBS / SNCB: International train travel continues to grow in popularity with Belgian holidaymakers
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NMBS / SNCB: International train travel continues to grow in popularity with Belgian holidaymakers

International rail travel is becoming an increasingly popular choice for Belgians heading abroad during the summer … NMBS / SNCB: International train travel continues to grow in popularity with Belgian holidaymakersRead more

by Timothy•2 July 20262 July 2026•74
NMBS / SNCB: Ticket checks possible on the platform before embarking the train, no on-board sales from 1 July 2026
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NMBS / SNCB: Ticket checks possible on the platform before embarking the train, no on-board sales from 1 July 2026

Belgium’s national railway operator, NMBS / SNCB, will end ticket sales on board domestic trains from … NMBS / SNCB: Ticket checks possible on the platform before embarking the train, no on-board sales from 1 July 2026Read more

by Timothy•23 June 202623 June 2026•23
Political push in the Netherlands for Eindhoven to Brussels EuroCity
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Political push in the Netherlands for Eindhoven to Brussels EuroCity

In The Hague, South Holland, Member of Parliament Pieter Grinwis (Christian Union, ChristenUnie) has authored a … Political push in the Netherlands for Eindhoven to Brussels EuroCityRead more

by Timothy•18 June 202618 June 2026•68
GoVolta launches daily Amsterdam to Paris day train via Antwerp and Ghent, with tickets from €19
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GoVolta launches daily Amsterdam to Paris day train via Antwerp and Ghent, with tickets from €19

From 14 December 2026, Dutch rail operator GoVolta will begin daily services between Amsterdam and Paris, … GoVolta launches daily Amsterdam to Paris day train via Antwerp and Ghent, with tickets from €19Read more

by Timothy•28 May 202628 May 2026•82
NS will not run EuroCity trains to and from Eindhoven to Brussels 
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NS will not run EuroCity trains to and from Eindhoven to Brussels 

The Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) is not adopting Dutch train passengers union Rover‘s proposal to extend the … NS will not run EuroCity trains to and from Eindhoven to Brussels Read more

by Timothy•14 May 202614 May 2026•37
NETHERLANDS | The Hague aims to become Europe’s gateway with direct links to Brussels, Berlin, and Paris
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NETHERLANDS | The Hague aims to become Europe’s gateway with direct links to Brussels, Berlin, and Paris

The Hague, the Dutch seat of government and home to over 500 international organisations, is pushing … NETHERLANDS | The Hague aims to become Europe’s gateway with direct links to Brussels, Berlin, and ParisRead more

by Timothy•6 May 20266 May 2026•61
AMSTERDAM | ‘Freedom’ by Erwin Olaf enters final days at the Stedelijk Museum
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AMSTERDAM | ‘Freedom’ by Erwin Olaf enters final days at the Stedelijk Museum

On 2 April, I went to Amsterdam in the Netherlands with the EuroCity Direct to interview … AMSTERDAM | ‘Freedom’ by Erwin Olaf enters final days at the Stedelijk MuseumRead more

by Timothy•3 April 20262 April 2026•33
Dutch passenger advocate Rover calls for EuroCity to go from Antwerp to Eindhoven instead of Rotterdam
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Dutch passenger advocate Rover calls for EuroCity to go from Antwerp to Eindhoven instead of Rotterdam

In the Netherlands, passenger association Rover has responded positively to the proposed 2027 timetable by Nederlandse … Dutch passenger advocate Rover calls for EuroCity to go from Antwerp to Eindhoven instead of RotterdamRead more

by Timothy•26 March 202626 March 2026•44
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  1. Timothy on KINGDOM OF BELGIUM | Tourism reaches new heights as record visitor numbers underline the country’s growing appeal1 October 2026

    Pride began as a protest, but decades of growth have transformed many events into large festivals involving major stages, corporate…

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    Pride began as a protest, but decades of growth have transformed many events into large festivals involving major stages, corporate…

  3. Timothy on UNITED STATES | LGBTQ community remains divided over police participation at Pride, new study finds1 October 2026

    Pride began as a protest, but decades of growth have transformed many events into large festivals involving major stages, corporate…

  4. Timothy on From the Stonewall Inn Riots to Brussels and Antwerp Pride: how much did the New York riots really influence queer activism in Belgium and the Netherlands?1 October 2026

    Pride began as a protest, but decades of growth have transformed many events into large festivals involving major stages, corporate…

  5. Timothy on ANTWERP PRIDE 2026 | Post-parade Love United Festival line-up, on Saturday 8 August at Cockerillkaai1 October 2026

    Pride began as a protest, but decades of growth have transformed many events into large festivals involving major stages, corporate…

  6. Timothy on ANTWERP | Love ánd annoyance towards influx of Dutch visitors1 October 2026

    Pride began as a protest, but decades of growth have transformed many events into large festivals involving major stages, corporate…

  7. Timothy on ANTWERP PRIDE 2026 | Line-up for for Closing Festival at Cockerillkaai on Sunday 9 August1 October 2026

    Pride began as a protest, but decades of growth have transformed many events into large festivals involving major stages, corporate…

  8. Timothy on Antwerp Pride warns financial success is fragile as subsidies and sponsorship decline1 October 2026

    Pride began as a protest, but decades of growth have transformed many events into large festivals involving major stages, corporate…

  9. Timothy on ANTWERP | ‘Between us. Exploring queer spaces’: Museum Aan de Stroom (MAS) hosts exhibition for 20 years of Antwerp Pride, from 26 February to 30 August 20271 October 2026

    Pride began as a protest, but decades of growth have transformed many events into large festivals involving major stages, corporate…

  10. Timothy on City of Antwerp marks 25 years of district governance with city-wide anniversary programme1 October 2026

    Pride began as a protest, but decades of growth have transformed many events into large festivals involving major stages, corporate…

  11. Timothy on Antwerp Pride rejects “too commercial” label: “We need resources to create a safe zone”1 October 2026

    Pride began as a protest, but decades of growth have transformed many events into large festivals involving major stages, corporate…

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