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Inaugurated in 1994, following the completion of the undersea Channel Tunnel linking England with France, Eurostar is a high-speed international passenger-rail service. Reaching speeds of up to 186mph (299km/h) on dedicated lines, the Eurostar journeys through the Kent countryside before diving into the 31.4 mile (50.5km) long Channel Tunnel at Folkestone. The train emerges at Coquelles in Northern France.

Connecting the cities of London, Paris and Lille in France, and the Belgian capital of Brussels, plus Amsterdam in The Netherlands, Eurostar allows travellers to avoid the long queues and lengthy transfers associated with air travel whilst maintaining a comfortable, fast service.

Eurostar launched services from St. Pancras and Ebbsfleet International in November 2007 following the completion of the second section of the UK's first high-speed line. Journey times have subsequently fallen, with London-Paris taking 2 hours 15 minutes, London-Brussels taking 1 hour 51 minutes, and the trip from London to Lille lasting just 1 hour 20 minutes.

Eurostar's fleet of 38 modified Train à Grande Vitesse (TGV) trains consist of two power cars and either 14 or 18 passenger carriages offering a modern and comfortable service to passengers.

A fleet of Eurostar E320 trains were introduced in 2015, capable of speeds of up to 320km/h. The new trains boast interiors designed by Italian firm, Pininfarina.

Eurostar's Standard Class coaches feature two seats on either side of the central aisle, most of which is arranged in an 'airline' seating configuration with drop down tray tables. There are two tables for four per carriage. Passengers travelling in Eurostar Standard Class coaches can take advantage of the Bar-Buffet, which sells a range of snacks, meals, hot and cold drinks - including Champagne!

The highest class of Eurostar travel available for leisure customers is Plus Class. In your dedicated Plus carriage, you'll find a less dense seat configuration, meaning the seats are larger and you have ample space to relax and stretch out. As part of the service, you'll enjoy complimentary drinks and refreshments, served at your seat by friendly, helpful staff.

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Simply Lake Garda

22/May

Brian Carter Carter

“good location, with good organised trips

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Highlights of the Basque Country

22/May

Mr Gerald Harvey

“The holiday was made even better by the travel manager, Steve, who went the extra mile to ensure that we saw as much of the area as possible when on the excursions.

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The Romantic Rhine: Amsterdam to Basel

22/May

Heaven Heaven

“Amazing food and crew. Brilliant guides for our excursions. Made great friends.

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First Class Lake Iseo: Italy's Secret Lake

21/May

John Henson

“First class hotel in a beautiful, quiet and peaceful lakeside location.

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Avignon, the Rhône & Provence

21/May

E Ridel

“Great trip. Christine was fabulous

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Roses, Cadaqués & the Catalan Coast

21/May

Mr Michael Neal

“Brilliant Restaurant and staff,helpful reception staff

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Highlights of the Italian Riviera

21/May

Prof C I Rakodi

“A well organised, interesting exploration of the picturesque Cinque Terre seaside villages, with a taster of Genoa, by rail, staying in a town centre hotel in Chiavara - excellent food and wine, cheerful and adaptable tour manager. Stopovers in a fascinating hotel in Turin and a Mediterranean resort.

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Grand Imperial Cities

20/May

Raymond Evison

“A great trip with a good group and excellent tour manager. Good hotels, and 1st class train travel. The four cities visited were all very interesting.

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First Class Lake Garda: Sirmione, Venice & Verona

20/May

Sandra Parker

“Beautiful location, excellent hotel and tour manager

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