How is it that I could happily board a plane alone at 18, but the thought of navigating public transport in a new city made me break into a sweat? The irony still cracks me up. On that first solo trip ...

Even train tickets using a QR code could soon be out of date, with passengers tracking their journeys on their phones instead. A new type of ticket is being trialled from today, which uses GPS data to ...

A revolutionary pay-as-you-go rail ticketing system, which tracks passengers' movements as they travel, is set to be tested in England for the first time. The digital ticketing trial, which uses ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

NIGHTS are drawing in and there’s a definite nip in the air. But before you crank up the heating and send your bills soaring, try these cheap tricks for a cosy feeling and a restful night’s sleep.

Rail travel around the North is popular for days out, getting to university or maybe visiting friends and family. Getting the right ticket can be a hassle, but a new trial seeks to make it just a ...

For decades, a good degree from a respected university was the ticket to a graduate job and a decent salary. Employers would ...

Three months after the debut of Universal Epic Universe theme park, Mark Woodbury, the CEO of Universal Destinations & Experiences, is talking about the future — not just in Orlando, but also in other ...

Traffic jams, heatwaves and hidden charges: you know they’re coming but somehow they are impossible for the holiday-maker to dodge. This summer, after online comparison shopping, we paid a vast ...

The Eurostar sale is back, with seats to Paris, Lille, Brussels, Amsterdam or Rotterdam for £35 one-way. We’ve got all the details on how to snap up these cheap tickets, but you’ll need to be quick, ...

Flexible train travel in Leicester is being trialled through a new location-tracking app. Passengers are being urged to sign up to the trial as the new technology will be available for East Midlands ...

Plans to change the way people pay for parking at a town centre multi-storey have caused concerns. A new public notice proposes that Swindon Borough Council intends to make drivers buy electronic ...