EasyJet Unveils New Routes For 2009 - Tue. 06 Jan. 2009
Low cost airline easyJet has unveiled a number of new routes for 2009, including nine new routes from the UK. Within a matter of months easyJet will operate cheap flights to new destinations from Newcastle, Bristol, Liverpool and Manchester airports with flights starting from £22.99 including tax.
Travellers Planning More Holidays In 2009 - Mon. 05 Jan. 2009
A report from Travelsupermarket.com suggests that the average number of holidays people are planning has increased from 1.5 in 2008, to 1.8 in 2009. According to report from Travelsupermarket.com, almost half of all Brits are currently reviewing their 2009 holiday plans, with an expected 18% looking for cheaper holidays whilst 11% are planning just one short break.
South Africa Tipped For 2009 By BA - Fri. 02 Jan. 2009
South Africa is tipped to be one of the top long haul destinations for 2009 according to a report from British Airways. In particular, Cape Town and Johannesburg were highlighted as destinations with most potential in the airline's, ‘top long haul destinations for 2009’ report.
Eurostar Operating Revised Timetable For New Year - Tue. 30 Dec. 2008
Following a revised timetable during the Christmas period, Eurostar is to continue its planned engineering works and operate an amended timetable right through to mid January.
Aer Lingus Rejects New Ryanair Takeover Bid - Mon. 22 Dec. 2008
Aer Lingus has rejected a new £708 billion takeover bid from rival carrier Ryanair. Accusing the low cost airline of attempting to capitalise on ‘current market fears’ and of significantly undervaluing its business, an Aer Lingus statement confirmed its desire to turn a profit in 2008 and remain independent.
BAA To Sell Gatwick And Stansted - Wed. 17 Dec. 2008
Airport owner BAA is to be forced to sell both Stansted and Gatwick airports after failing to persuade the Competition Commission that it should be allowed to sell just one of its London hubs.
BMI Sale Causes 50% Surge In Bookings - Mon. 15 Dec. 2008
Bmibaby has reported that its decision to cut fares by up to 40% to boost pre-Christmas sales has paid dividends after announcing a 50% increase in bookings. The sale applied to all flights booked in the time period from December 9th, to October 2009 and not only boosted sales but apparently caused a flurry of additional visitors to the site with a 150% increase.
Virgin Atlantic Hold Talks Over BMI Merger - Thu. 11 Dec. 2008
Virgin Atlantic has confirmed its interest in acquiring low cost airline Bmi and has held talks with its majority owner Lufthansa over the future of the British carrier.
Eurostar Trains Disrupted Over Christmas - Wed. 10 Dec. 2008
There are a number of days over the Christmas and New Year period that Eurostar will be operating a revised timetable due to planned engineering work. Anyone booked to travel on the 25th, 26th, 30th December or 1st January should be aware that their Eurostar train time may be affected, regardless of when the booking was made.
Venice Suffers Worst Floods For 20 Years - Tue. 09 Dec. 2008
The worst flooding in 20 years has submerged much of the city of Venice leaving tourists either stranded or knee deep in water. Yesterday sirens were heard across St Mark’s square as freezing temperatures and surging water from the Adriatic have added to fears of more flooding to come.