Britain is/isn't quitting Interrail, Eurail
Mixing Brexit issues and commercial rivalry, British rail operators say they are leaving Europe's rail pass schemes—and then say they're not.
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Is Venice finally due for cruise relief?
Italy's transport minister proposes an immediate move, but there's widespread doubt his plan is practical.
Jonathan L work at two NY galleries
One of TravelGumbo's regular contributors has work on exhibit at two New York area galleries.
TV's 'Loveboat' returns for mass wedding
For those who remember their romances and the TV series The Love Boat, a chance for nostalgia at sea.
Paris: plans for an 'RER for bicycles'
A new initiative would extend bike roads past city limits to encourage suburb-to-city bike commuting.
Now there's a houseplant hotel!
It may be mainly for PR, but many travelers would just love to have their plants catered for while they're away.
Tokyo's newest art gallery moving fast
Tokyo visitors and residents get a chance to ride a rolling art gallery.
Rome: Spanish Steps not for sitting
Rome is out to enforce its good behavior rules, but some think it may be going too far...or not far enough.
Eurostar celebrates 25 years with bubbly
Lucky customers will sip free champagne on selected Eurostar trains this month.
Belgium: Hunt is on for owners of stolen bikes
Brussels police have found a warehouse full of stolen bikes, and have taken to social media to find the owners of the bikes.
KLM/Delta/Virgin joint venture OK'd
U.S. regulators have moved the revised joint venture of KLM, Air France, Delta and Virgin Atlantic up to the taxi line.
Vienna turns up nose at scented subways
When asked their favorite scent, most riders chose 'none/'
SFO bans plastic water bottles
A city-wide ban on sales of single-use plastic on city property takes effect August 20.
A legend returns: Raffles re-opens
One of the world's most famous hotels returns from a shutdown for renovation.
Could the Northwest get a TGV?
Washington State is proposing a new high-speed rail line linking Portland, Seattle and Vancouver.