Eurostar back on track
Eurostar confirmed a full recovery from the aftermath of the July 7 bombings today as it announced record sales.
The cross-channel train service suffered a dip in customer growth following the attacks two years ago, as tourists stayed away from London and continental Europe.
Eurostar said it had overcome the slump to post revenues of 518.3m last year, an increase of 11.7% on 2005. Passenger numbers on the London-Paris-Brussels service rose 5.4% to 7.85 million, double the rate of growth in the previous year.
Article continuesRichard Brown, Eurostar chief executive, said an improvement in punctuality - which resulted in nine out of ten trains arrving on time - had helped win back customers.
Source: http://business.guardian.co.uk/story/0,,1988127,00.html
Record Year for Eurostar as More Travelers Switch From Airlines
Eurostar, the high-speed passenger train service linking the UK with France and Belgium, saw record sales and traveler numbers in 2006, as it attracted thousands of passengers from the airlines.
Sales topped half a billion pounds for the first time, rising 11.7% from pound;463.8 million to pound;518.3 million. North American sales of Eurostar tickets by Rail Europe, Eurostar's official North American representative, increased 6% for the year, with exceptionally strong sales August-December, with an average monthly increase of 30%.
A total of 7.86 million travelers chose Eurostar in 2006, up 5.4% over 2005. Of those, more than 200,000 bought tickets in North America from Rail Europe.
Source: http://www.etravelblackboard.com/index.asp?id=60423&nav=8
Record sales rise at Eurostar
Channel Tunnel rail firm Eurostar enjoyed a record rise in ticket sales during the last 12 months, the company today revealed.Sales were up 12 per cent to 518 million in 2006, Eurostar said, with passenger numbers rising five per cent to almost eight million.The firm is thought to have benefited from the severe travel disruption that hit UK airports in the latter half of last year due to heightened security restrictions and weather-enforced delays.And Eurostar chief executive Richard Brown said: "We expect 2007 to be another good year, with events such as the Tour de France in July and the Rugby World Cup in the autumn already generating strong demand in the groups market.
Source: http://www.manchester.com/National_News/Record_sales_rise_at_Eurostar-18029538.html
Eurostar boasts record sales for 2006
PARIS (Reuters) - Eurostar, the passenger train service linking London to Paris and other European cities through Eurotunnel's Channel Tunnel, reported on Thursday record sales figures and traveller numbers for 2006 as it won over customers from rival airline services.
Eurostar said its sales last year topped half a billion pounds for the first time, rising 11.7 percent on the previous year to 518.3 million pounds and passenger numbers up 5.4 percent at 7.85 million travellers.
Eurostar said it benefited from increased security at airports and foggy weather in Britain during December which caused major disruption to flights and meant that thousands of passengers switched from the airlines to Eurostar.
Source: http://business.scotsman.com/latest.cfm?id=55272007
What a ferry good idea
YOU might think there are only two ways of getting to Paris: catch a cheap flight or hop on a Eurostar.
And then you stay in a city centre hotel. But there is, as a certain Prime Minister once argued, a third way, and I reckon it beats the other two options hands-down.
Drive for an hour from York to Hull, and you can embark on a P O ferry and spend a night cruising across the North Sea before embarking at Zeebrugge for breakfast. Then a three-hour drives takes you to a campsite in the countryside outside the French capital, equipped with superb swimming and other recreational facilities.
From here, you can take day trips into the capital and also to Disneyland Paris, before driving north again to spend a couple of days on another site near Amsterdam.
Source: http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/redir.php?from=ec&to=1136853&l=what_a_ferry_good_idea
Travellers suffer in storm's wake
But there was better news for Eurostar passengers, with the Channel Tunnel high-speed train company able to run a full service, except for one early Paris to London train which was cancelled. Severe weather in northern France had led to a suspension of Eurostar's London to Paris and Brussels services in the second half of Thursday.
A severely-reduced service was operating on GNER's East Coast main line between London and Edinburgh while an emergency timetable was in operation on the Virgin West Coast main line. GNER spokesman Alan Hyde said: "We have been working hard to ensure that our trains and crews are in the right places to run as normal a service as possible.
Source: http://www.metro.co.uk/news/article.html?in_article_id=33852&in_page_id=34&in_a_source=
Eurostar enjoys a green boost
Eurostar today reported that it carried 7.85m passengers in 2006, 410,000 more than in the previous year, a leap of 5.4%.
That sent revenues through the pound;500m level for the first time with sales up 11.7% at pound;518m, hastening the day the train operator can say that it makes a profit.
It has been deep in the red since its first trip under the Channel 13 years ago.
Much of the growth is coming in business class where passenger numbers jumped by 17%.
"'We have seen the big environmental impact, especially over the last six months, icirc; said Eurostar director Simon Montague.
"'Big corporates like HSBC and PwC have taken decisions about being carbon neutral and that is changing their travel programmes.
Source: http://www.thisismoney.co.uk/investing-and-markets/article.html?in_article_id=416304&in_page_id=3
Huge rise in business use of Eurostar
The number of business travellers using Eurostar grew by 17 per cent in 2006, according to the cross-Channel rail operator. Some 630,000 business travellers used the high-speed rail service during the year, up from 538,000 the year before.
The company said: #147;Many of these travellers were using Eurostar for the first time and it is estimated that 1,000 business customers a week have now permanently transferred from flying to high-speed rail. #148;
Richard Brown, Eurostar #146;s chief executive, added: #147;I am delighted at the strong growth in the number of business travellers, who are discovering the punctuality and productivity advantages that Eurostar offers compared with the experience of flying.
Source: http://travel.timesonline.co.uk/article/0,,11250-2542217,00.html
Eurostar profit from airports chaos
Eurostar saw record sales and traveller numbers in 2006 as it attracted hoards of passengers who might usually have taken flights to France and Belgium. The security meltdown at British airports during the summer and the severe fog before Christmas put many travellers off flying.Eurostar sales topped half a billion pounds for the first time, rising 11.7% from 463.8 million to 518.3 million. In total 7.85 million travellers chose Eurostar in 2006, up 5.4 % on 2005. Leisure traveller numbers rose by 4.5%, while the largest increase was in business traveller numbers, rising over 17%.Eurostar has also recorded its best ever punctuality figures. 91.5% of journeys were on time, compared to an average of just 70% for flights on the London to Paris and London to Brussels routes.
Source: http://www.flightmapping.com/news/1149.aspx
Eurostar, Taxes and Michael O'Leary
Bad news for airlines in Europe -- Eurostar saw record sales and traveler numbers in 2006 as it attracted thousands more travelers from the airlines. Sales topped half a billion pounds for the first time, rising 11.7% from £463.8 million to £518.3 million. In total 7.85 million travelers chose Eurostar in 2006, up 5.4 % on 2005. Leisure traveler numbers rose by 4.5%, while the largest increase was in business traveler numbers, rising over 17% and generating an 18% increase in business sales revenue. Eurostar continues to see strong year-on-year growth. It is now carrying 28% more travelers than in the 12 months before the opening in September 2003 of the first section of the Channel Tunnel Rail Link, now named High Speed 1.
Source: http://iagblog.blogspot.com/2007/01/eurostar-taxes-and-michael-oleary.html

Eurostar FY 2006 sales up 11.7 pct with over 5 pct rise in passengers
LONDON (AFX) - Eurostar, the high-speed passenger train service that links Britain with the Continent, said 2006 was a record year as more travellers switched from airlines.
Sales for 2006 were up 11.7 pct year-on-year to 518.3 mln stg with 7.85 mln travellers carried, up over 5 pct.
Of these, the company saw a 17 pct increase in business traveller numbers.
The company said it benefited from increased security at airports since the summer and foggy weather in the UK before Christmas. Many of these travellers were using Eurostar for the first time and Eurostar estimates that 1000 business customers a week have now permanently transferred from flying to high-speed rail.
Punctuality in 2006 was a record 91.5 pct.
Source: http://www.forbes.com/markets/feeds/afx/2007/01/11/afx3319864.html
1.
Eurostar Day Trips with Enroute TravelEurostar Day Trips to Paris, Brussels, Lille, Bruges via Brussels, Antwerp via Brussels, Ghent via Brussels ... a number of Eurostar day trips including. ...
2.
Eurostar Day TripsEurostar Day Trips Form. This form will help you to create your own Eurostar Day Trip package. ... Departure Date: Please Note: Eurostar only load their date ...
3.
Eurostar Day Trips Paris, Brussels or Lille: RailbookersRailbookers: Eurostar Day Trips to Paris, Brussels or Lille ... Bruges Eurostar day trip with afternoon tea from £109. Bruges Day Trip ...
4.
Eurostar Day Trips to Brussels: RailbookersRailbookers: Eurostar Day Trips to Brussels ... Brussels Eurostar Day trip & Lunch from £99. A day trip to the Belgian capital including a typical 3-course ...
5.
Euro Disney Day Trip with Planet Hollywood Lunch - Eurostar Tickets ...Great Eurostar packages to Disney Resort Paris. Save money with Hospitality Line ... Eurostar Disney Experience. Eurostar Live Availability - Disney Day Trip ...
6.
Eurostar Lille Day Trip with Lunch - Eurostar Tickets - Hospitality LineTravelling on Eurostar to Lille? Hospitality Line offer you short break to Lille, day trips to Lille, weekend Lille, Lille city break and Lille weekend break. We ...
7.
Eurostar Special OffersEurostar Day Trip to Paris Special Offer from £74.00 ... Book a day trip to Paris on Eurostar from St Pancras International for only ...
8.
Eurostar Day Trip to Paris with Lunch - LIVE EUROSTAR AVAILABILITYNot ...Why not take a day trip to Paris on Eurostar. ... Eurostar Day Trip to Paris with Lunch. From £85.00. Dinner/Show Moulin Rouge - Menu Cancan ...
9.
Eurostar Lille Day Trip with Lunch - Live Eurostar AvailabilityYour ...Special Note: Our Eurostar Day Trips are now bookable with live and instant ... Eurostar Day Trip to Paris Special Offer from £74.00. From £74.00 ...
10.
Eurostar Paris - London Day trip - Not enough time for a weekend break ...Why not take a day trip to London on Eurostar and add on some our exciting ... Eurostar Day Trip to Paris with Lunch. From £85.00. Dinner/Show Moulin Rouge ...
11.
Deals: Brussels, Belgium - TripAdvisorBrussels, Belgium: The Grand Place & Manequin Pis - Must see when in Brussels - Visit TripAdvisor for 28 unbiased traveler reviews of Brussels.
12.
- Shopping Search: bruges Eurostar Trips To LilleEurostar Day to Trips Paris, Bruges, Brussels & Lille, Antwerp. ... Day Trips Eurostar to Bruges, Paris, Lille, Brussels. boutiques to entertain ...
13.
1. Journey RequestLogo. Eurostar Day Trip to Paris with Lunch. What date do you want to travel? Fri, 22 August 2008 ... Travel with on-board indulgence. How many adults? (12 ...
14.
Day Trip to Paris via EurostarPurchase tickets for PARIS: Escorted Day Trip via Eurostar online. The attraction. Departures: ... PARIS: Escorted Day Trip via Eurostar ...
15.
Eurostar - paris Full Day TourFully-escorted Day Trip to Paris via Eurostar ... Day Trip to Paris ( Tour 34/34F ) Highlights: *Visit Paris independently with Eurostar ...
16.
London-Paris in Three Hours ... Economical Eurostar... | Article03-JAN-01 - An attractively-priced Winter Day Trip using the speedy three-hour Eurostar trains between London and Paris is being launched by Rail... | Free With Signup
17.
Eurostar Chunnel Ticket SpecialsEasy Day Trip to Paris. Escorted Tours to Paris - Paris Day Tour ... Save big with our Eurostar Round Trip Promotions by shopping EARLY. ...
18.
Anderson Tours : Coach Tours, Day Trips, Short Breaks, Custom Tours... Tours specialise in Short Breaks and Day Trips throughout the UK and Europe by ... Day trips. Paris by Eurostar. Take in the City of Light with Anderson Tours! ...
19.
Britain Shrinkers: Day Trip Tours to Paris from London... for Brit Rail travel, from Eurail, BritRail, and Eurostar to car rental, and travel advice. ... Easy Day Trip to London -Eurostar Chunnel Tickets. More Britain ...
20.
Eurostar Chunnel Fares, Schedules, Information... one source for European travel, from Eurostar Chunnel Tickets to Railpasses and car ... NEW LONDON<-->PARIS DAY TRIP Special $94 RT. Information About Eurostar ...
21.
EuroDisney Day Trip for Two: Nights OutJump aboard Eurostar for a day out to remember! ... Day trip to Paris with Lunch for Two - £269. Lunch in Paris for Two - £449 ...
22.
Ski train, Snow trainTake the Eurostar (OFFICIAL WEB SITE) ski train to go skiing to French Alps : Les Arcs, Megeve , Tignes, Courchevel and La Plagnes : book online now !
23.
Day Trips To Europe Lille FranceAll you need for great Europe day trips to Lille in the Le Nord and Picardy area ... The two easiest ways to get there are by car or Eurostar. ...
24.
Take a trip on Eurostar High Speed Trains - From Paris Gare du Nord to ...Find out how to travel to London on Eurostar From Paris Gare du Nord ... A Day in London with Eurostar Luxury Paris Day Trip with Champagne Lunch on the Eiffel Tower ...
25.
Eurostar - Home LeisureDay trip in London. Everything is ready for another burst of summer. Book now. Explore London ... About Eurostar Affiliates Site Map Contact Us ...
26.
1. Journey RequestLogo. Eurostar Day Trip to Disneyland Resort Paris with Planet Hollywood Lunch. What date do you want to travel? Thu, 21 August 2008. What time do you want to depart? ...
27.
Premium ToursProvides holiday tours and private viewings of the monuments and castles of England. ... Each Paris day trip begins with a free hotel transfer and reserved ...
28.
Short breaks to Paris Amsterdam and Brussels by Eurostar and coach with ...... to Europe and its capitals city's including Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam all by Eurostar and Coach. ... Form. Disneyland® Paris Resort. By Eurostar. Day Trip ...
29.
LMT day trips from londonDiverse, feature packed tours and sightseeing itineraries, attractions and evenings ... Brussels Day Trip by Eurostar. Book now. The tour last all day. Price: ...
30.
EuroDisney Day Trip for TwoJump aboard Eurostar for a day out to remember! ... Please note that all Eurostar trips are non-exchangeable, non-refundable and ...
31.
EuroDisney Day Trip for FourJump aboard Eurostar for a day out to remember! ... You are here > Home > Ultimate experiences > City breaks > EuroDisney Day Trip for Four ...
32.
London & Paris Day Trips with Eurostar - Inspired DiversionsEurostar rail information for day trips between London and Paris ... Paris Day Trip from London via Eurostar. London Day Trip from Paris via Eurostar ...
33.
Day Trips To Europe HomeFor perfect day trips to Europe, cheap short stays and tours, ... And with Eurotunnel and Eurostar you only have to check in 30 minutes before your travel. ...
34.
Paris via eurostar day tour. Departing from LomdonUK Sightseeing Tours. Luxury Mini Coach guided day tours of London and Britain. ... " Paris via Eurostar. Highlights: *Fully escorted Day Trip to Paris via Eurostar ...
35.
Luxury sightseeing day tour of Paris by Eurostar - Go as you pleaseLuxury first class sightseeing day tour to Paris from London by Eurostar - Go as you please. Tours ... Your round-trip Eurostar tickets and seat reservations ...
Exchange Catalog |
Resources |
Top Resources