A six-day shutdown on the Avanti West Coast began on Good Friday, with Storm Dave wreaking havoc on Saturday and Easter Sunday Get Travel Insider with Simon Calder. A newsletter packed with tips, deals, inspiration, and the latest travel news Get the Travel Insider newsletter with Simon Calder Get the Travel Insider newsletter with Simon Calder Email * SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy notice As the Easter 2026 travel rush