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Which? reveals how carbon-conscious holidaymakers face higher travel fares

Tom Gockelen-Kozlowski
clock 14 July 2021 • 5 min read
Which? reveals how carbon-conscious holidaymakers face higher travel fares

Which? investigation reveals how planes continue to beat trains on ticket prices, despite much higher carbon impacts

Millions of families planning a greener staycation in 2021 face a financial penalty if they choose to travel by train rather than plane, a Which? investigation has shown. The consumer affairs brand...

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