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The new 140-kilometre high-speed rail route is set to link up some of Poland’s most attractive cities.

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Italy's new direct service between Rome and Pompeii launched 16 July

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Travellers to Italy’s capital will soon be able to visit the ancient city of Pompeii in an easy day trip.

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