It’s easy to think of Japan in terms of serene geishas and gracious tea ceremonies. But the Land of the Rising Sun is actually a great destination too for the active traveller. Yes, it’s a country of perfectionism and organization, of technology and conformity, but it’s also great for cycling, hiking and walking holidays. And […]
An Indonesian and a Canadian were killed in the attack and 20 people, including a Dutchman who works for the United Nations Environment Programme, were wounded, according to the latest round up by Reuters. Two of the militants were taken alive, police said, while five others were killed. It repeats a claim of responsibility on […]
Greek railway workers on Tuesday launched a series of walkouts that will affect the national rail network and the Proastiakos suburban railway that runs to Athens International Airport from the Doukissis Plakentias metro station. Workers, who are protesting plans to privatize rail company OSE, are holding rolling, three-hour strikes on Tuesday and Thursday, with the […]
UGICT-CGT, the largest of the two unions, has called for a strike on January 28 to protest the job cuts as well as the legal action taken against five employees involved in an October 5 attack on Air Franceofficials after the airline presented its restructuring plan. The union is also protesting the airline’s plans to spin […]
The hazy, windy weather is not only cancelling flights, but it could cause health problems too because of elevated air pollution levels. A surprise dust storm mixed with strong winds hit the country late Thursday night, resulting in cancelled flights and possible health problems due to the high levels of air pollution. Many domestic flights […]