Flights
Gulf Air launches football training programme for Bahrainis
Bahrain's national carrier Gulf Air, the shirt sponsor of London-based Queen's Park Rangers (QPR) Football Club, has launched a football training initiative as part of its ongoing commitment to the people of Bahrain.
Icelandair to reduce Glasgow operations
Icelandair has taken the decision to reduce its winter operation from Glasgow to Iceland during winter 08/09 with no flights from 4 December to 28 December and 8 January 2009 to 22 March 2009. The 30 December 2008 and 4 January 2009 flights will remain in the schedule to accommodate New Year’s Eve travellers.
Change is in the air with Icelandair
As a part of the exciting changes happening at Icelandair, the airline has announced the launch of its new website, and stepping on board the updated aircraft, passengers will also notice new ergonomically designed seats with personal in-flight entertainment systems, a roomier interior with a new look and a sleeker more comfortable approach to transatlantic travel.
KLM launches Amsterdam - Liverpool service
On commencement of its 2009 summer schedule, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines plans to launch a new service between Amsterdam and Liverpool. KLM’s extensive network will seamlessly connect Liverpool with over a hundred destinations worldwide.
Air France and KLM launch online social network for air travellers
From November 7, Air France and KLM have jointly launched bluenity.com, the first social network website for all air travellers. Signing up with bluenity.com will enable travellers to share their top tips for hotels, restaurants and shopping anywhere in the world.
First new Embraer for KLM Cityhopper
KLM Cityhopper, the regional subsidiary of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, had taken delivery of its first Embraer 190 E-jet at the head office of the Brazilian aircraft manufacturer in São José dos Campos.
Lufthansa holds the course during industry crisis
The Lufthansa Group increased its offer and sales during the first nine months of the year, defying the difficult economic environment. The Group achieved an operating profit of 984 million euros after the third quarter. This was equivalent to a lesser result of 101 million euros in comparison with the same period the previous year.
Delta introduces time-saving technology
To provide customers with an even faster, more convenient booking and check-in experience, Delta Air Lines, the world’s largest airline, has simplified the ticket purchase process at delta.com and introduced an improved kiosk experience at airports throughout the country, as well as curb side check-in for customers travelling internationally.
Monarch join forces with Andalucian Tourist Board
Monarch are working alongside the Andalucian Tourist Board this month to promote this extraordinary region. Andalucía boasts more than 800 kilometres of wonderful beaches, a sunny climate and an intriguing natural heritage, making it the ideal winter sun destination.
Ryanair ceases activities at Maastricht Aachen Airport
Ryanair has announced it will close the routes in and out of Maastricht Aachen Airport (MAA) as per January 8th 2009. During the winter months the Dutch governments “ecotax” hinders the sustainability of the operations. The airport and Ryanair are in negotiation regarding the continuation of flights during the 2009 summer season.
Customers still jetting off despite credit crunch says Monarch
Responses to a recent online poll conducted by award winning low fares airline Monarch indicate that the British public are bucking the current credit crunch trend and are determined to continue to jet off and enjoy the warmer climes of the Mediterranean.
Ryanair to close Fuerteventura routes from January
Ryanair has confirmed that it will close all of its routes to/from Fuerteventura from 31 January unless local tourism group AIE honours the commercial agreement it entered into with Ryanair to promote Fuerteventura as a tourist destination.
Ryanair slashes travel insurance
Ryanair announced yesterday that it will dramatically reduce the cost of its annual multi-trip travel insurance by 45%, slashing the cost of annual travel insurances to just £25 and, unlike other insurance policies, Ryanair’s low cost standard annual multi-trip insurance does not require applicants to hold high cost private health insurance.
Lufthansa offers a new slant on British cuisine
British chef Chris Staines will provide the culinary introduction to the new year for Lufthansa passengers, creating innovative menus for First and Business Class passengers on long-haul flights during the months of January and February.
Ryanair announces 500,000 free seats
Ryanair has today (Tuesday, 18th November 2008) released 500,000 free seats for travel throughout Europe in December, January and February as it celebrated the launch of two new London (Gatwick) routes to Barcelona Girona (daily) and Alicante (twice daily) from the 18th December, increasing the number of routes Ryanair operates from Gatwick to five.