With a Bank Holiday weekend ahead, many UK travellers are about to visit friends and family or to spend some relaxing days in one of the UK’s many holiday destinations such as Brighton or the Lake District area. However, passengers and commuters alike should prepare for disruptions when planning
From the Queen over Shakespeare to the Beatles: The Great English Coach Tour!
One could say that last week was one of the most British weeks ever: Not only was it the Queen’s 90th birthday but also the 400th anniversary of the death of William Shakespeare, England’s national poet. (It can’t be coincidence that this important day correlated with the English National Holiday,
Peak District Hills Voted the UK’s Most Naturally Stunning Place
National Express connects London’s Southbank with Stansted Airport
German Market Leader FlixBus Launches First Budget Bus Route to London
The German intercity coach market was liberalised in early 2013 and bus providers have been fighting over customers ever since. Active competition has resulted in particularly inexpensive ticket prices and in a high level of comfort on intercity coach trips. While free WiFi and a vast amount of power outlets are standard
Desert Bus: This Is the World’s Most Boring Computer Game
Amongst gamers Desert Bus is a household name. The game was originally planned to be part of the mid-1990s computer game series Smoke and Mirror by Penn and Teller and enjoys cult status thanks to a recent reboot. The original series consisted of prank games of any kind. Some games, for instance, were
Sir Ian McKellen to Host Shakespearean Bus Tour
April 2016 will mark the 400th anniversary of the death of William Shakespeare, which is why numerous festivals and events all across the UK will be staged in honour of Britain’s most popular author. One of the most eagerly expected ones will be hosted by none less than actor Sir Ian McKellen, who has
Time for Rugby: Take a Coach to the RBS 6 Nations Stadiums
The Rugby 6 Nations Tournament is in full swing: The first round has seen triumphant England and France sides whereas Ireland and Wales conceded a draw in their match against each other. The competition, which is still going on until 19 March, is held annually in six stadiums dispersed among the six participating
Accessibility of Long Distance Coaches: A Bus for Everyone(?)
In the UK about 11 million people suffer from a long-term illness or disability1 and around 9 per cent of the population report having mobility difficulties.2 Although society is working towards the integration and inclusion of people with disabilities, their impairments can still result in obstacles to be overcome in everyday life.
Fancy a Fancy Dress Party? Discover Europe’s Carnival Festivities by Bus!
Living on a secluded island, every year the Brits miss out on one of Europe’s biggest parties: Carnival. In countries such as Germany this time of the year is commonly known as the “fifth season”, allowing society to be turned topsy-turvy for a few days, when fools and jesters seize power. During big parades tons of sweets