Author: Lee Fletcher

P&O Cruises is currently offering double onboard spending money for selected holidays to Spain, Portugal, or the Canary Islands. This offer is valid for bookings made before September 4, 2023, on new Select Price bookings for trips lasting 12 nights or more. The extra onboard spending money can be used for various experiences, such as dining in specialty restaurants, spa treatments, or shore excursions. For instance, customers can embark on a 14-night journey to Spain, Portugal, and the Canary Islands, starting at £1,199 per person, and receive £640 onboard spending money. This offer is based on a sea view cabin…

British Airways has announced the addition of new destinations to its short-haul route network from London Heathrow. The new destinations include Riga in Latvia and Belgrade in Serbia, with flights set to commence from October 2023. The respective offerings include: Riga, Latvia (RIX): British Airways will launch a three-times weekly service from London Heathrow starting from October 29, 2023. The flights will operate on a mix of A320 and A321 aircraft, with return fares available from £73, or £1 + 23,500 Avios. Riga is the largest city in both Latvia and the Baltic states, known for its foodie scene, unique…

P&O Cruises has announced the launch of three new Wellbeing and Lifestyle cruises in collaboration with TV presenter and women’s health advocate, Cherry Healey, and stylist Kat Farmer. The cruises are scheduled for 2024 and will be held in Spain, Portugal, and the Mediterranean, focusing on various aspects of wellness, including mind, body, sleep, face, and other lifestyle advice. The decision to offer these wellness cruises was partly influenced by research conducted by P&O Cruises, which revealed that personal health and wellbeing often take a backseat to other priorities, even among bosses. Despite feeling tired, stressed, and lacking proper sleep,…

UK-based travel companies Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have announced an expansion of their Summer 24 programme in response to strong demand from holidaymakers and travel agents. The Summer 24 programme introduces three new routes. From Birmingham Airport, travellers can fly to Tivat, Montenegro, between May 2 and October 31 next year. Montenegro offers a captivating blend of history, culture, and beautiful landscapes, with attractions like Budvar, Becici, and Kotor Bay inviting visitors to explore mountains, natural parks, lakes, beaches, and charming port towns. The service will start with a weekly Thursday flight from May 2 and a second weekly service on…

Global Airlines, a recently launched global long-haul airline and a wholly owned subsidiary of Holiday Swap headquartered in London, United Kingdom, has announced a significant partnership with American Express. The partnership aims to provide exclusive benefits and offers to high-spending Amex Cardmembers who wish to book seats on Global Airlines’ flights. The official announcement of the partnership was made at the ‘Welcome Onboard’ event held at Kettner’s, Soho House. The collaboration will begin before Global Airlines’ first flight in 2024, focusing on the inaugural services between London Gatwick and New York’s JFK. American Express and Global will work together to…

Iberia, the national carrier of Spain, is set to join forces with British Airways and Qatar Airways with the aim of expanding global connectivity and enhancing travel for passengers worldwide. The collaboration will create connectivity across the extensive network of more than 200 destinations served by the three global airlines. Currently Qatar Airways and British Airways have established a partnership covering more than 60 countries, Starting from December 11, 2023, Iberia will operate daily flights between its hub, Madrid Barajas International Airport, and Hamad International Airport in Doha, Qatar. This addition will significantly boost capacity between the two oneworld hubs,…

RIU Hotels & Resorts will open its first establishment in the United Kingdom, the Riu Plaza London Victoria on Friday, July 28, 2023. Located in central London, the new Riu Plaza London Victoria is situated in the heart of Westminster, close to iconic landmarks such as Buckingham Palace and Big Ben. The hotel is located just a few meters from Victoria Station, one of the busiest transport hubs in the country, and it’s a popular destination for both holiday and business tourism. The hotel is also close to strategic transport links and just 30 minutes away from Gatwick Airport via…

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, the leisure airline and UK’s largest tour operator, have launched their first flight from Bristol Airport to Malaga, Spain. This inaugural flight on July 20, 2023 marks the start of up to four weekly services (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday) to Malaga from Bristol Airport, running until November 19. Customers can also book packages through Jet2CityBreaks for the historic city of Malaga. Malaga, located on the south coast of Spain, offers a vibrant atmosphere with impressive castles and gardens overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Visitors can enjoy a city break during both summer and winter, as Malaga also…

Virgin Atlantic, along with its consortium partners including Rolls-Royce, is set to operate the world’s first 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel flight across the Atlantic on November 28, 2023. The flight will travel from London Heathrow to New York JFK on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner. The consortium leading the project, jointly funded by the UK Department for Transport, includes Rolls-Royce, Boeing, the University of Sheffield, Imperial College London, and Rocky Mountain Institute. Prior to the flight, a successful ground test of the Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engine using the SAF blend was completed, marking a significant milestone in the project. The SAF…

British Airways has announced changes to its Avios loyalty programme, simplifying and expanding the way customers can collect Avios on flights. Starting from October 18, 2023, Executive Club Members will have a transparent and consistent method for earning Avios based on their Tier status. The new collection model allows members to earn up to nine Avios per £1 spent, depending on their Tier status. In addition to these changes, British Airways will allow members to collect Avios on ancillary purchases such as upgrades, pre-paid seat selection, and excess baggage. This means that customers will be able to accumulate Avios not…