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Netherlands-Norway ferry moves closer: why UK travellers should watch Eemshaven-Arendal
Updated: 1 July 2026 A future ferry from the Netherlands to Norway has moved a serious step closer. Funding is now in place for a new, larger quay at Eemshaven in the north of the ...
Brittany Ferries to close Poole-Cherbourg and Portsmouth-Le Havre: what are the alternatives?
Updated: 1 July 2026 Brittany Ferries has announced a major reshuffle of its UK-France and Channel Islands network from late 2026, including the closure of the Poole-Cherbourg route and the ...
Historic ferry crossings between England and France that no longer sail
Some England-to-France ferry routes disappear quietly. Others are still remembered decades later: the hovercraft from Dover, the Folkestone boat to Boulogne, the Sally Line ferries from Ramsgate, ...
UK ferry travellers still choose France first, survey finds
France remains the destination UK ferry travellers are most likely to sail to in the next 12 months, according to new FerryGoGo research. The survey also suggests that for France, the real rival is ...
Ferry beats flying for comfort, and it is not even close
Flying is usually faster. We are not going to pretend otherwise. But on comfort, the ferry wins by a surprisingly wide margin in Ferrygogo’s 2026 UK ferry travel survey: 8.0 out of 10 for the ...
The UK wants its Norway ferry back
When Ferrygogo asked UK travellers which direct ferry route they would most like to see return, one answer came out on top by a clear margin: a ferry to Norway. And the striking thing is that they ...
UK ferry travel survey 2026: missing routes matter more than price
Ferrygogo’s UK Ferry Travel Survey 2026 suggests that ferry-interested travellers are not only being held back by price. The bigger frustration is simpler: for many trips, the ferry route people ...
Newcastle to Bergen ferry: could the UK–Norway route finally return?
Could the Newcastle to Bergen ferry return? The old UK-Norway ferry route has been missed since 2008. Newcastle to Bergen ferry: could the UK-Norway route finally return? At the moment, there ...
New ferries on the horizon: Cork to Boulogne and Scotland to Dunkirk?
Two new ferry routes are suddenly making the ferry map between Ireland, Scotland and mainland Europe a lot more interesting. Not just another summer sailing. Not just an extra cabin type. But ...
What does the ferry to France really cost? Family-of-four prices from the UK and Ireland
Boarding in the evening from Portsmouth port to France At Ferrygogo, we carry out several pieces of research each year, including a detailed look at the cost of ferry crossings to various ...
Dinner for Two in Europe: where it’s a steal (and where it’s not)
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New Ferry from the Netherlands to Norway on the Eemshaven-Arendal Route
We've been waiting for a direct route from the UK to Norway for quite some time now, but it still doesn’t seem to be happening. So, we’ll have to settle for some halfway good news! While not a ...
Cost of a ferry crossing in summer 2025 averages £840
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Different routes on ferry services: Jersey selects DFDS while Guernsey chooses Brittany Ferries
Jersey has chosen the Danish company DFDS to replace Condor Ferries as its provider of passenger and freight services, ending Condor’s 60-year tenure. This decision contrasts with Guernsey, ...
Are mini cruises on a ferry really that affordable? YES, and here’s how!
Mini cruises: a short getaway on a cruise ship or ferry Did you know mini cruises and luxurious cruise ferries are available on real cruise ships? These ferries are designed with comfort and ...
CalMac Trials Isle of Man ferry to support busy Arran route
CalMac, the ferry operator for Scotland’s west coast, is trialling the MV Ben-My-Chree from the Isle of Man on the busy Arran route to help manage upcoming winter challenges. The 125m ...
Guernsey chooses Brittany Ferries for 15-year service, Jersey decision pending
Guernsey has chosen Brittany Ferries to run its essential ferry services, handling both freight and passenger transport, for the next 15 years. ((Guernsey chooses Brittany Ferries for its ...
Price of a ferry crossing, a beer and a bratwurst during EURO 2024
As the European Championship approaches, FerryGoGo has mapped out all ferry routes for EURO 2024. They've also checked out the prices for ferry trips to Europe this summer and the cost of renting a ...
This is the cost of a beer across Europe
The prices of beer in a country often serve as a reliable indicator of the overall cost of hospitality there. Still deciding on your next holiday destination? After exploring ferry fares and ...
Significant Drop (-22%) in Rental Car Prices Across Europe
After securing accommodation, many holidaymakers delay planning their transportation to and around their holiday destination. Earlier, we discussed ferry prices for the upcoming summer; now, it's ...
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