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Switzerland breaks tourism records with almost 44 million overnight stays in 2025
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Switzerland breaks tourism records with almost 44 million overnight stays in 2025

I turned 45 in June. I have this tradition – when possible – of not being … Switzerland breaks tourism records with almost 44 million overnight stays in 2025Read more

by Timothy•1 August 20265 August 2026•1
Belgium among world’s top 4 in rankings by Henley Passport Index and Global Passport Index
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Belgium among world’s top 4 in rankings by Henley Passport Index and Global Passport Index

Belgian passport holders continue to enjoy some of the world’s greatest travel freedom, although exactly where … Belgium among world’s top 4 in rankings by Henley Passport Index and Global Passport IndexRead more

by Timothy•29 July 202627 July 2026•0
FORMULA 1 GULF AIR BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX IN MALAYSIA | Sepang returns to F1 as Malaysia steps in to host 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix
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FORMULA 1 GULF AIR BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX IN MALAYSIA | Sepang returns to F1 as Malaysia steps in to host 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix

Formula 1 will return to Sepang for the first time in nine years after Malaysia agreed … FORMULA 1 GULF AIR BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX IN MALAYSIA | Sepang returns to F1 as Malaysia steps in to host 2026 Bahrain Grand PrixRead more

by Timothy•26 July 202626 July 2026•3
GERMANY | Italo confirms €3.6 billion investment to launch high-speed rail services, signs €3 billion Siemens train deal
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GERMANY | Italo confirms €3.6 billion investment to launch high-speed rail services, signs €3 billion Siemens train deal

Italian high-speed rail operator Italo Holding has signed a major contract with Siemens Mobility for 26 … GERMANY | Italo confirms €3.6 billion investment to launch high-speed rail services, signs €3 billion Siemens train dealRead more

by Timothy•22 July 202621 July 2026•0
KINGDOM OF BELGIUM | Tourism reaches new heights as record visitor numbers underline the country’s growing appeal
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KINGDOM OF BELGIUM | Tourism reaches new heights as record visitor numbers underline the country’s growing appeal

Today is the National Holiday of Belgium. On 21 July 1831, Prince Leopold of Saxe-Coburg and … KINGDOM OF BELGIUM | Tourism reaches new heights as record visitor numbers underline the country’s growing appealRead more

by Timothy•21 July 202618 July 2026•60
BRUSSELS AIRPORT | 11.7 million passengers and record cargo volumes in first half of 2026 despite Middle East / Strait of Hormuz conflict
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BRUSSELS AIRPORT | 11.7 million passengers and record cargo volumes in first half of 2026 despite Middle East / Strait of Hormuz conflict

Brussels Airport welcomed almost 11.7 million passengers during the first six months of 2026, despite industrial … BRUSSELS AIRPORT | 11.7 million passengers and record cargo volumes in first half of 2026 despite Middle East / Strait of Hormuz conflictRead more

by Timothy•18 July 202616 July 2026•5
France welcomed 102 million visitors and earned €77.5 billion from tourism in record-breaking 2025
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France welcomed 102 million visitors and earned €77.5 billion from tourism in record-breaking 2025

I turned 45 in June. I have this tradition – when possible – of not being … France welcomed 102 million visitors and earned €77.5 billion from tourism in record-breaking 2025Read more

by Timothy•14 July 202612 July 2026•17
Arriva expands Paris train ambitions with extra The Hague to Belgium connections
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Arriva expands Paris train ambitions with extra The Hague to Belgium connections

Dutch rail operator Arriva has unveiled plans to significantly expand its international rail ambitions by adding … Arriva expands Paris train ambitions with extra The Hague to Belgium connectionsRead more

by Timothy•8 July 20268 July 2026•14
Turkey refuses to welcome Atlantis gay cruise in Kuşadası and Istanbul ports over ‘moral values’
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Turkey refuses to welcome Atlantis gay cruise in Kuşadası and Istanbul ports over ‘moral values’

Turkish authorities have barred an American gay cruise from calling at the ports of Kuşadası (Kusadasi) … Turkey refuses to welcome Atlantis gay cruise in Kuşadası and Istanbul ports over ‘moral values’Read more

by Timothy•6 July 20266 July 2026•8
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•28

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