Author: Lee Fletcher
British Airways has announced the commencement of its first-ever winter flights to Tromso, Norway, set to take off from December 1, 2024. The addition marks a significant milestone, with Tromso becoming British Airways’ northernmost destination worldwide. Situated within the Arctic Circle, Tromso offers travellers a unique opportunity to experience the captivating beauty of the northern lights, thanks to its prime location within the aurora borealis oval. With average winter temperatures ranging from 0-degreeC to -5-degreeC, the city provides an ideal setting for a wide range of cold-weather activities, including skiing, mountaineering, and whale watching. In addition to its natural wonders,…
easyJet has unveiled its spring 2025 flight schedule, offering millions of seats on thousands of flights to and from the UK. Customers can now book early to secure on sale fares for next Easter or spring getaways to destinations including Dubrovnik, Enfidha, Palma, Paris, and Faro. The airline is providing an extensive selection of flights from 21 UK airports to over 120 destinations across Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. With seats starting from £26.99, travellers have a wealth of options for city breaks, beach holidays, and adventure trips. Bookings can be made at easyJet.com or via the mobile…
British Airways has announced the return of its Jeddah route at the GREAT FUTURES expo in Riyadh, a flagship event aimed at fostering business engagement between the UK and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The new route will commence on November 4, 2024, offering year-round service between Jeddah and London Heathrow. Operated by the Boeing 787 fleet, the four-times-weekly service will enhance connectivity to Saudi Arabia, complementing the existing daily service between Riyadh and Heathrow Terminal 5. Colm Lacy, British Airways’ chief commercial officer, expressed enthusiasm about the route’s return during a speech at Riyadh’s King Abdullah Financial District. ‘We…
London Gatwick generated GBP5.5 billion for the UK economy and supported over 76,000 jobs in 2023, the airport authority has claimed, quoting new research by Oxford-based economists Oxera. According to the research, the majority of this economic activity took place in six local authority areas across the South East – West Sussex, East Sussex, Surrey, Kent, Brighton and Hove and Croydon. The new data has been published as a landmark delegation from the region prepares to attend UKREiiF, an event to attract investment into UK regions. London Gatwick says that it is co-funding the delegation to ensure the region is…
Emirates has announced its return to Edinburgh with daily flight operations starting from November 4, 2024. The much-awaited comeback to the Scottish capital and its hub in Dubai will complement the airline’s existing daily A380 flight to Glasgow, providing customers with a total of 14 weekly flights to and from the country. Edinburgh is a highly sought-after leisure and business destination, with both its Old Town and New Town designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. From charming streets and historic castles to a thriving arts and culture scene, the city offers something for everyone. The Dubai to Edinburgh route will…
British Airways has initiated its Customer Access Advisory Panel, a move aimed at improving the travel experience for customers with accessibility needs. The airline’s commitment to inclusivity is at the forefront of this initiative. The panel, consisting of individuals from the disabled community, held its inaugural meeting to provide feedback and discuss service enhancements. British Airways intends to convene regularly with the panel to ensure its products and services are designed with accessibility and inclusion in mind, covering aspects from IT solutions to airport and onboard experiences. Chaired by Mary Doyle, an accessibility advocate and wheelchair user with extensive service…
easyJet, the Official Airline Partner of the Eurovision Song Contest, is joining over six million Brits in hosting Eurovision parties this week. With the competition set to kick off in Malmo, Sweden, easyJet is flying the flag for UK Eurovision enthusiasm. The airline will transport 40,000 visitors from across Europe to Copenhagen airport for this year’s contest, operating over 10 percent more seats to and from Copenhagen compared to last year. This provides quick, direct access to Malmo, Sweden, where the Eurovision Song Contest will take place on May 9 (Second Semi-Final), and May 11 (Grand Final), 2024. According to…
Chandy’s Windy Woods, the luxury resort nestled in Munnar, India has secured 11th position in the prestigious World’s Top 25 Hotels List by the TripAdvisor Travelers Choice Award 2024. Notably, Windy Woods has also clinched the No. 1 spot among the Top 25 Hotels in India. These accolades come from the selection of winners out of more than 8 million hotels listed on the TripAdvisor online review platform. Situated in the most picturesque part of Munnar, Chandy’s Windy Woods has a distinctive architectural design that blends with the property’s natural landscape. The company says that its eco-friendly design is complemented…
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have celebrated the launch of their first flight to Malta from Edinburgh Airport today, marking the beginning of a brand-new route for Summer 24. The addition of the new route comes in response to demand from local customers and independent travel agents for Summer 24 flights and holidays. The inaugural flight on May 1 signals the start of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays’ operations to Malta from Edinburgh Airport until October 30, 2024. With the introduction of weekly Wednesday services, holidaymakers in Scotland can now explore Malta’s historic towns, picturesque marinas, and the island’s Italian-inspired cuisine. Additionally, those heading…
Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks have recently announced the launch of their new programme of flights and city breaks to Bergen, Norway from Manchester Airport and Newcastle International Airport. This marks Jet2’s return to Bergen after more than 15 years, offering customers a unique opportunity to explore Norway’s famous Fjords. In response to increasing demand for discovery-based experience holidays, Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks are expanding their programme to Bergen with new flights and city breaks operating from Leeds Bradford Airport and Birmingham Airport in May. In addition to access to stunning Fjords like Aurlandsfjord and Naeroyfjord, Bergen boasts a picturesque harbour, fashionable restaurants,…