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London Gatwick has once again earned the unfortunate title of the UK’s most delay-prone airport, topping the national rankings for the second consecutive year.

April 23, 2025 Comments Off

According to newly released figures compiled by the PA news agency using Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) data, passengers departing from Gatwick in 2024 experienced average delays of 23 minutes. While that figure marks a slight […]

UK Visitor Numbers to New York Still Below Pre-Pandemic Levels

April 14, 2025 Comments Off

The number of UK travellers heading to New York City has yet to bounce back to pre-COVID levels, according to the latest data. In 2023, just over 1.06 million British visitors made the trip to […]

Thailand to Launch Mandatory Digital Arrival Card for Tourists

April 11, 2025 Comments Off

Starting 1 May 2025, all foreign visitors to Thailand will be required to complete a Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before entering the country, as part of a nationwide push to modernise immigration procedures. The […]

Carnival Names Next Two Ships and Reveals Plans for Mega-Vessels

April 7, 2025 Comments Off

Carnival Cruise Line has announced the names of its next two ships: Carnival Festivale, set to debut in 2027, and Carnival Tropicale, arriving in 2028. The reveal came from Carnival President Christine Duffy during an […]

Ethiopian Airlines Expands to Daily Flights from Manchester Airport Starting July 2025

March 5, 2025 Comments Off

Ethiopian Airlines is set to increase its Manchester to Addis Ababa service to daily flights from July 3, 2025, up from the current five flights per week. This expansion will provide greater travel options and […]

Exciting News: EasyJet Holidays Expands to Cape Verde from Manchester!

February 25, 2025 Comments Off

Back in November, we were thrilled to announce our newest package holiday destination—Sal, Cape Verde—available exclusively from London Gatwick. The response was incredible, with holidaymakers eager to experience the year-round sunshine, golden beaches, and crystal-clear […]

Royal Caribbean Unveils Newest Ship: Legend of the Seas

February 20, 2025 Comments Off

Royal Caribbean has officially announced the name of its next Icon Class ship—Legend of the Seas—set to debut in Aug 2026 in Europe. This highly anticipated vessel will be the third in the Icon Class, […]

TUI Announces Direct Flights from Belfast to the Dominican Republic

February 18, 2025 Comments Off

Exciting news for holidaymakers in Northern Ireland! TUI has announced a new direct flight from Belfast to the Dominican Republic, making it easier than ever to escape to the Caribbean. Starting 20th June 2026, the […]

TUI to Ground Direct Flights to Costa Rica, Saint Lucia & Birmingham-Orlando Route

February 18, 2025 Comments Off

TUI has confirmed that it will be suspending direct flights from London Gatwick to Costa Rica and Saint Lucia this spring, while its direct service from Birmingham to Orlando Melbourne also appears to have been […]

Airports Implement Safety Measures After TUI Fuel Emergency

February 17, 2025 Comments Off

A TUI flight from Mexico was forced to declare a fuel emergency while approaching Birmingham Airport after a series of errors, an investigation has found. The Boeing 787, carrying 291 passengers and 10 crew, was […]

Manchester Airport Unveils First Look at Revamped Terminal 2

February 5, 2025 Comments Off

Manchester Airport has released a short video giving passengers a first glimpse of its upgraded Terminal 2, set to be completed later this year. The video showcases the full passenger journey, from arrival in the […]

Tourists and Residents Flee Santorini as Earthquakes Shake the Island

February 5, 2025 Comments Off

Tourists and residents are leaving Santorini by ferry and air as earthquakes continue to shake the Greek island. Aegean Airlines has operated a series of flights over the past few days, transporting people from the […]

Thailand to Introduce Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) in June 2025

February 4, 2025 Comments Off

Thailand is set to implement a new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system for visa-exempt visitors. The system will launch in December 2024, with mandatory enrolment starting June 2025. Why Is Thailand Introducing the ETA? The […]

MSC Cruises set 15 drink limit

December 12, 2024 Comments Off

MSC Cruises is introducing updates to its beverage packages to enhance the onboard experience while promoting a balanced approach to indulgence. Starting from 18th December 2024, these changes will apply to sailings departing from 1st […]

Virgin Voyages Introduces Annual Cruise Pass

December 6, 2024 Comments Off

Virgin Voyages has unveiled a ground breaking new option for cruise enthusiasts: an annual, all-inclusive pass. Sir Richard Branson, founder of Virgin Group, described the pass as a flexible and innovative way to travel, allowing […]