The Pat Kenny Show New destinations for the channel tunnel across Europe
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Jan 2, 2026 Eoghan Corry, a travel writer and editor of Travel Extra, shares his insights on the evolving landscape of European rail travel. They dive into the recent power failure affecting Channel Tunnel services and discuss the operational challenges it presents. Corry highlights Eurostar's planned expansions into France, Germany, and the Netherlands, while also exploring the impact of low-cost airlines on travel choices. The conversation touches on the joys of train travel, including links to Disneyland Paris, and the advantages of Spain's high-speed rail network.
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Tunnel Vulnerability From Underinvestment
- Eurostar's recent power failure was an old-fashioned systems fault, highlighting infrastructure vulnerability.
- Eoghan Corry says lack of investment over the last decade likely contributed to that fragility.
Driving To France Then Riding South
- Eoghan Corry describes using ferries to France and then putting the car on trains to reach the south.
- He frames the service as a convenient alternative to flying and hiring locally.
Factor Tolls And Flight Prices
- Factor in motorway tolls and fuel when choosing car-on-train versus flying; costs can mount quickly.
- Use ferries plus car transport mainly for convenience and family trips, not cost-saving against low-cost airlines.