Travel/leisure

A major new underground bicycle park with space for 5,400 bikes has been given the green light at Eindhoven Central Station. The project can finally move forward after the Council of State dismissed safety and transparency concerns raised by a local foundation. Construction is expected to begin later this year following three years of legal delays.

PSV has unveiled ambitious plans to significantly increase the capacity of the Philips Stadium by 2030. The expansion aims to meet growing demand from fans while strengthening the stadium's role as a social and cultural hub in the heart of Eindhoven.

jor European airlines say they will be forced to raise ticket prices as jet fuel costs climb sharply due to instability in the Middle East and disrupted oil shipments from the Persian Gulf.

The Dutch rail sector is facing a sharp decline in technical staff, with many mechanics nearing retirement. ProRail warns that delays, safety risks, and higher costs could follow. Train passengers are likely to notice the impact through ongoing maintenance disruptions.

Families in Eindhoven can return to De Tongelreep following the opening of its new leisure pool and slides. The facility marks the final stage of a major redevelopment project that has been a decade in the making.

Eindhoven’s popular light festival has been honoured with the Grand Prix at the National Event Awards. The prize recognises the festival's massive impact on light art and its role in putting the city on the global map.

KLM, together with its partner Air France, officially announced price increase for its long haul flights.

Holidaymakers are increasingly turning to European destinations as the conflict in Iran fuels global uncertainty. Travel companies Sunweb and TUI report a sharp rise in bookings for Southern Europe, with Portugal, Spain, and Greece seeing the strongest surge. At the same time, package holidays are regaining popularity as travelers look for security, flexible rebooking options, and guaranteed support when plans change.