Articles tagged “trains”

The competitors to Musk's Starlink will eventually up their game. It's never healthy for customers and end-users to be dependent on a single vendor, regardless of the Starlink's competitive advantage at this moment.

With buses, trains, and parking prices soaring, some World Cup ticket holders will be hard-pressed to find a cheap trip to the stadium.

Most Indian online travel companies grew around flights. Ixigo grew around trains and buses, segments with thinner margins but massive volume. Europe, unlike many regions, still has a strong rail ecosystem. That makes it one of the few international markets where Ixigo’s core skills are directly relevant.

Demand for rail is rising, but the network isn’t ready. A warning from Eurostar's chief commercial officer shows that Europe needs serious investment in infrastructure and rail coordination.

Belmond is renovating its classic luxury hotels rather than playing the game of scaling up fast.

The European Commission is optimistic that it will finally be able to reach an elusive goal: implementing a single booking and ticketing system for long-distance rail travel.

It's far from a done deal, but a sale could make sense. Accor could potentially retain some of the benefits of Orient-Express without having to manage an ultra-luxury brand. LVMH would reduce brand confusion.

As Indian travelers increase in numbers, their travel preferences are maturing. They are moving away from standardized packages and looking at more personalized, immersive experiences.

Ixigo's foray into train food delivery is not just about the financials. It's about building a loyal customer base that finds everything in one place.

In 2025, Belmond is rolling out offerings with old-school opulance that feels ripped from the pages of an Agatha Christie novel — if Christie's characters had wellness spas and farm-to-table dining. Think of Belmond as an anti-Aman: less minimalist zen, more maximalist glamour.