Flights
British Airways tells travellers to get to know 'ESTA'
British Airways' customers planning to visit the United States under the visa waiver scheme must ensure they comply with new US Customs regulations in advance of their travel.
BA’s London City customers to breeze through JFK
Customers on British Airways' new business-class service from London City to New York will be able to clear customs and immigration at Shannon Airport before arriving in the US. The west Ireland airport is the first European airport to be granted pre-clearance facilities for transatlantic services to the US.
BA on demand
British Airways has agreed a multi million pound deal for the new Thales TopSeries In Flight Entertainment system to be installed on its new delivery aircraft and next generation aircraft.
BA announces more comfort in Club Europe
British Airways is giving customers more comfort and privacy in its Club Europe cabin from February 23, 2009 by removing the use of the middle seat. This new configuration will offer those customers booked in the airline's shorthaul business class cabin a guaranteed window or aisle seat, with the middle seat free. It will provide them with greater privacy and enhance their ability to work and rest onboard.
London tops European stress league
Londoners are the most stressed out people in Europe, figures out this month confirm. Long working hours, lousy weather and growing financial worries mean that those living in the UK’s capital city are feeling the strain and are unable to let off steam and unwind.
easyJet provides cheaper option for business travellers
easyJet has revealed the results of a survey that shows that easyJet is cheaper than alternative carriers on the busiest European routes 79% of the time and that companies save over £100 on at least 35% of journeys.
easyJet crowned Best Low Cost Airline
easyJet has been crowned the Best Low Cost / No Frills Airline at this year’s British Travel Awards. The awards ceremony took place on Thursday 6 November at the Battersea Evolution. easyJet beat off stiff competition to win the coveted trophy.
easyJet teams up with Holiday Extras
easyJet has announced a new partnership with Holiday Extras that will enable travellers to save even more when booking their holiday. easyJet customers can book their airport parking via a dedicated booking page, easyjet4parking.com. Powered by Holiday Extras, travellers can now book best price airport parking guaranteed, as well as the best choice of car parks and greatest availability.
Emirates extends sponsorship of Hong Kong Open
The 50th edition celebrations of the Hong Kong Open this year, held at the Hong Kong Golf Club from 20th – 23rd November, have been further boosted by the news that Emirates Airline will extend its sponsorship deal to 2011.
Emirates Terminal 3 has arrived
Emirates moved lock, stock and barrel to its new home at Emirates Terminal 3 – Dubai International last week, thrilling more than a million passengers who have explored and made this ultra-luxurious, colossal facility their own lifestyle destination.
Emirates announces additional flights for Hajj
In a move aimed at facilitating travel for thousands of pilgrims, Dubai-based Emirates Airline has announced the addition of extra flights to Jeddah for the forthcoming Hajj pilgrimage.
Win-win for Belgium-bound travellers travelling with Flybe
Flybe is celebrating having won the prestigious 2008 Brussels Airport Environmental Award by offering double Rewards4all points on its Manchester – Brussels route. The limited time double point offer is available on bookings made between November 17 and December 15th for travel before March 28, 2009.
Flybe seals deal on new FOREX service
Flybe has signed a new foreign exchange service deal with Cornwall-based Travel Money Services (TMS) from Hayle, further committing its support to the continued success and growth of the South West economy. The new service will benefit the millions of passengers who fly overseas with Flybe for both business and leisure and who are looking for the best and most convenient forex deal available.
A first for Flybe from Aberdeen base
Flybe has announced that – following a recruitment drive earlier in the year – its first ever Aberdeen flight crewed by an all-Aberdeen-based crew takes to the Scottish skies this month on its popular London Gatwick service.
Leading airline gives green light to new generation eco fluids
Flybe has signed a deal with UK specialist supplier Kilfrost to use its new environmentally-sensitive de-icing fluids on its aircraft. Initial estimates based on previous years’ usage suggest that in the first year alone, the move will significantly reduce the airline’s carbon footprint.