Author: Shawon Hannan
Accelya, a leading global software provider to the airline industry, announces a new partnership with Montreal-based airline, Air Transat, for its FLX Platform and the provision of New Distribution Capabilities (NDC). Air Transat, voted 2024 World’s Best Leisure Airline at the Skytrax World Airline Awards, will utilise the FLX Platform to deliver personalised offers, enhance traveller experiences, and take control of its distribution. The Accelya FLX Platform, powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS) and trusted by many of the world’s leading airlines, enabled more than half of all global NDC transactions in 2023, according to data from T2RL and is…
A new study has revealed the cheapest destinations in Turkey to fly to this winter, based on the average flight prices to each city. The research, conducted by travel experts Istanbul Tickets and Tours, analysed different average flight prices to Turkish destinations from any London airport to determine which is the cheapest destination to fly to this winter. The departure dates considered were between 1st November to 27th December. The cheapest city to fly to in Turkey is Istanbul, with average flight prices of £55.27. Istanbul is home to one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world,…
Driving abroad can be an incredibly worthwhile experience, allowing you and your family or friends to experience the landscape of other countries and travel at your own pace. It’s important that if you’re planning to drive abroad for your next trip, that you understand the rules and have the right documentation to hand. Here are some top tips to ensure you’re well-informed before you jump behind the wheel. Documentation Documentation is very important when deciding to drive abroad. As well as a driving license, you may also need an international driving permit (IDP) for some countries. This depends on which…
Disneyland Paris is a fantastic destination where families can make memories that will last a lifetime. However, with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, finding ways to cut unnecessary spending while visiting the theme park is essential. In light of this, travel experts Disneyland tickets have shared five expert tips for visiting Disneyland Paris on a budget. 1. Avoid buying bottled water and save up to €24 per person per day Staying hydrated while exploring Disneyland Paris is crucial. According to research by Mayo Clinic, men should drink 3.7 litres of fluids daily, while women should drink 2.7 litres. However, with a…
County Clare’s Cliffs of Moher is the most popular Irish landmark online, a new study has found. The experts at Baldwin Digital analyzed online data on landmarks or points of interest across Ireland with at least a four-star rating on TripAdvisor and over 500 reviews, a total of 119. Each landmark was rated based on the volume of TripAdvisor reviews, monthly search traffic to its official website, average monthly global searches, and Instagram hashtag count. They were then ranked from top to bottom based on online popularity. The Cliffs of Moher ranked first on the list, scoring an impressive 92.99…
A new study has revealed the most expensive destinations in Turkey to fly to this winter, based on the average flight prices to each city. The research, conducted by travel experts Istanbul Tickets and Tours, analysed the average flight prices to Turkish destinations to determine which ones are the most expensive destination to fly to this winter. The most expensive city to fly to in Turkey is a tie between Afyonkarahisar and EskiÅŸehir, with average flight prices of £314.33. The cheapest week to fly to these destinations this year is 29th November, with flights costing £306. Second is Antakya, with an average…
Top tips for saving money when travelling to Europe in autumn, revealed by finance expert With so many iconic countries to visit in Europe, many tourists extend their traveling across multiple destinations to experience as much as possible in one trip. Some choose to wait until the autumn to organise their trips to enjoy fewer crowds, lower prices, and cooler temperatures compared to the summer. However, the cost of travelling can still add up very quickly when factoring in flights, accommodation, transport, meals, and visiting local attractions. Unexpected bills from medical emergencies or accidents can increase this even further. That…
New research has revealed the UK’s most in-demand holiday destinations, with Amsterdam coming out on top. The study by Desert Safari Dubai Tours analysed Google search data over the past 12 months to find which holiday destinations were most in-demand in the UK, using terms like “holidays to”, “flights to”, and “trips to”. It found that the Dutch city of Amsterdam is the most in-demand holiday destination for the UK. Each month, there have been 57,507 searches in the UK for trips to the destination. “Flights to Amsterdam” came up as the most popular search term, making up 49,150 of…
A new study has identified the most dangerous areas for bus travel in the UK, with Nottingham ranking as the riskiest. Bus travel experts GetByBus analysed 2023 Department for Transport data, calculating bus casualties per UK local authority. By weighing these figures against the population, they determined the number of casualties per 100,000 residents, highlighting the regions with the highest rates. The 10 UK local authorities with the highest rate of bus casualties per 100,000 residents Rank UK area Population Bus casualties (2023) Bus casualties per 100,000 residents 1. Nottingham 329,276 58 17.61 2. Brighton and Hove 279,637 39 13.95 3. Newcastle upon Tyne 311,976 42 13.46 4. (=) Gateshead 199,139 24 12.05 4. (=) Somerset 581,145 70 12.05 5. Kingston upon Hull 271,942 32 11.77 6. London 8,945,309 1,049 11.73 7. Pembrokeshire 125,006 13 10.40 8. Wokingham 183,870 17 9.25 9. Edinburgh 514,990 45 8.74 10. Sunderland 281,058 24 8.54 Nottingham ranks top, with 17.61 bus casualties per 100,000 residents. The city recorded a total of 58 bus casualties in 2023…
The 5-track EP brings together three talented and unique voices from the region: the up-and-coming Turkish artist Selin Sümbültepe, Egyptian indie singer-songwriter Maii Waleed, and the multi-talented Lebanese producer Zeid Hamdan. MDLBEAST Records, celebrated for its dedication to showcasing groundbreaking talent in the MENA region, proudly announces the release of the “Hemhal” EP, an enchanting fusion of Turkish and Egyptian indie music. Spanning five tracks, the EP showcases the label’s commitment to the alternative music scene, offering a bold and genre-defying sound that transcends cultural and musical boundaries. “Hemhal” unites diverse sounds and styles, seamlessly blending indie pop with the…