BA and Iberia finally land $7bn merger agreement November 13, 2009
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British Airways last night confirmed that it will merge with the Spanish flag carrier Iberia in a $7bn (£4.2bn) deal, creating the world’s third biggest airline. The announcement comes after a day when the boards of both companies were locked in separate meetings, combing through the fine details of the plans which have been under discussion for nearly 18 months.
Under the terms of a binding agreement signed yesterday, BA will take control of 55 per cent of the combined group, rising to 56 per cent when cross shareholdings held by the two companies are cancelled next year.
Willie Walsh, BA’s chief executive will become the head of the new BA-Iberia, while Iberia’s chief executive and chairman, Antonio Vazquez is set to be appointed chairman. The deal is expected to be signed in late 2010.
Source: Independent
Summer 2010 Easyjet flights from Gatwick on sale now November 13, 2009
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See the world Summer 2010 flights on sale now
Yes that’s right! Due to popular demand Easyjet have put gtheir flights for 2010 on sale now! That means you have even more chance to plan and book your perfect holiday for next year.
Fly from Gatwick to:
Malaga and Alicante from £29.99
Or Faro from £31.99
Flights are on sale now for these and other destinations for travel until the 30 September 2010 so book early and save big!
Book Now with Explorer Direct for ABTA protection. You can also book your hotels and transfers too !!
APD hikes create discontent amongst public and airlines October 28, 2009
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As Air Passenger Duty is set to rise next week, a new survey reveals that most people believe it is time to reform the travel tax.
From November 1, the APD bill for a family of four flying to the Caribbean will rise from £160 to £200 and from November 2010 that will rise again to £300.
The tax hike affects both short haul and long travellers, is worked out according to distance of flight (there are four bands) and is higher still if travelling in premium classes.
The YouGov survey of just under 2000 adults, published today and commissioned by Easyjet, highlights the fact that private jets, cargo planes and foreign passengers are exempt from the charge. It also underlines that environmentally, the tax does not work as empty planes that fly are raising less revenue that full ones.
The survey showed that four fifths of the population agreed that all flights should be taxed however 69% said the toll should be arranged so that it tackles climate change. Some 65% thought that foreign transfer passengers should pay the fee too.
The government pledged to reform APD into an emission based flight tax in 2007 but later changed its mind.
BA chief executive Willie Walsh hit out at the government this week over the APD issue. He told journalists on BA’s inaugural daily non-stop service to Las Vegas this week that the hike would traumatise the aviation industry at a time when it was suffering badly and called on the government to think again about APD.
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British Airways resume flights to Sharm el Sheikh October 26, 2009
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British Airways is launching its thrice-weekly direct non-stop services from Gatwick to Sharm El Sheikh from October 26, 2009. This signifies a return for the airline’s colours to this popular Red Sea resort, with the new direct non-stop London Gatwick flights to Sharm El Sheikh departing on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
As well as the new flights to Sharm El Sheikh, British Airways will also be adding The Maldives to its already extensive network. Richard Tams, British Airways’ head of UK & Ireland sales, said: “These new routes will be great assets to the BA network and a real winner with customers. They are both perfect holiday destinations, known for their great beaches and fantastic diving. We’re particularly pleased to be serving a completely new destination, the Maldives, and returning to Sharm El Sheikh. We expect both routes to perform well.”
Holidays in Sharm El Sheikh have proved popular with tourist for years due to their promise of sun-filled days on the beach and spotting turtles on the coral reefs, as well as offering the ability to explore the desert by camel and spend the nights feasting on traditional Bedouin food and stargazing.
British Airways have a number of superb Sharm El Sheikh hotels – all with easy access to beautiful beaches. The range of hotels in Sharm El Sheikh includes something for everyone ranging from 3 to 5*. Romantics can pamper themselves at the 4*+ Grand Rotana ideally located on the shores of Sharks Bay. The 4* all inclusive Hilton Sharks Bay Resort offers fun for the whole family, or for pure relaxation and a round of golf there is the 5* Maritim Jolie Ville Golf and Resort.
All of the new Sharm El Sheikh flights will be operated by Boeing 777 aircraft with a three-class configuration: World Traveller, World Traveller Plus and Club World.
To book your flights direct with British Airways, please visit their website>>
Explorer Travel can book your holiday to Sharm el Sheikh with British Airways. Please contact them on 0208 816 8789 or via their website (http://www.redsea.explorertravel.co.uk/sharmelsheikh.htm)
Great Ski Deals from easyJet. 1.5m seats from under £30 October 16, 2009
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There’s no better time to save BIG on your Ski escape. Easyjet have got 1.5 million seats from £26.99* from the UK to the best European Ski destinations, for travel from 6 January to 27 March 2010.
*Prices are single incl. taxes
You can book your easyJet flights online with Explorer Travel as well as your accommodation and transfers, all protected by ABTA.
Web Only Exclusive Seat Sale from Qatar Airways, Fares Starting from 254GBP October 14, 2009
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Check out the latest web only exclusive fares to Abu Dhabi, Bahrain and Dubai with Qatar Airways. Fares starting from just £ 254*. So if you have missed on our previous deals, this is your chance to grab a bargain flight to these amazing destinations. This offer is only valid until 26th October 2009, and seats are very limited.
Don’t delay, book today!
From London to
Abu Dhabi from 294GBP*
Bahrain from 276GBP*
Dubai from 254GBP*
Click here to view other offers
*Terms and Conditions
- Offers valid on qatarairways.com/uk only
- The fares include taxes, fees and surcharges, which are subject to change due to currency fluctuations
- Seats are limited and are subject to availability
- Sales validity: On or before 26th October 2009
- Travel validity: 12th October 2009 – 10th December 2009 (all travel to be completed by 10th Dec 09)
- Flight restrictions: Between London Gatwick – Doha – London Gatwick on QR76/75 only
- Minimum/Maximum stay: Saturday night/ 1 Month
- Other conditions apply, please review at the time of booking
Autumn Break Ideas From Air Southwest October 5, 2009
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Blow off your post summer holiday blues and enjoy the very best of what Britain and Ireland have to offer this Autumn with a short break from your local airport with Air Southwest.
Whether your interests lie in extreme sports, music, fine food and drink or family fun, a great weekend away could be closer than you thought with fast and frequent flights from Britain’s local airline starting from just £29 all-in each way.
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Cornwall’s Falmouth Oyster Festival (15 – 18 October) is timed to coincide with the start of the native oyster harvesting season and celebrates the quality of Cornish seafood. Oyster tasting, seafood, hot and cold food, a Cornish crafts and produce marquee, children’s shell painting, Schools Grand Oyster Parade, Working Boat Race and an oyster shucking competition. Twice daily cookery demonstrations with top local chefs and a programme of live music. www.falmouthoysterfestival.co.uk |
| Air Southwest flies to Newquay Cornwall from London City, London Gatwick, Bristol, Manchester, Leeds Bradford, Newcastle, Glasgow, Cork and Dublin. Click here to book. |
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Get your hiking books on and enjoy some of South Devon’s breathtaking scenery in the company of fellow walking enthusiasts. From 2nd – 11 October there’s a packed programme of nearly 50 walks to enjoy throughout South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. www.southdevonwalkingfestival.co.uk |
| Air Southwest flies to Plymouth from London City, London Gatwick, Bristol, Manchester, Leeds Bradford, Newcastle, Glasgow, Cork, Dublin, Jersey and Guernsey. Click here to book. |
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Encounters Short Film Festival returns to Bristol’s Watershed and Arnolfini this November (17 – 21) to celebrate its 15th year. Firmly established as the UK’s leading short film festival, it provides emerging filmmaking talent a platform to exhibit their work in an internationally recognised forum. Featuring five days of the best new shorts from around the world along with masterclasses, children’s festival, and renowned awards ceremony. See www.encounters-festival.org.uk |
| Air Southwest flies to Bristol from Newquay, Plymouth, Manchester, Leeds Bradford and Jersey. Click here to book. |
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Enjoy traditional English pomp and pageantry at its most magnificent at the Lord Mayor’s Show on Saturday 14 November when London welcomes its 682nd Lord Mayor, in a ceremony stretching back to 1215. As well as the spectacle of the procession itself, there is also an RAF flypast and one of London’s grandest fireworks displays, all providing a great day out for the whole family. www.lordmayorshow.org
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| Air Southwest flies to London City and London Gatwick from Newquay and Plymouth up to six times a day. Click here to book. |
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Dine-out in style without breaking your budget in Jersey or Guernsey this autumn. The annual Tennerfest event is back with over 171 restaurants on the islands taking part in the gastronomic extravaganza between 1 October and 10 November, providing the opportunity to enjoy feasts at some of the Channel Island’s top restaurants and hotels from £10 to £17.50. www.tennerfest.com
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| Air Southwest flies to Jersey from Plymouth and Bristol and Guernsey from Plymouth. Click here to book. |
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On the weekend of 24 – 25 October the coastal town of Tyneside, just 6 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne hosts a free weekend of extreme sports action. Xperience’09 will feature BMX, in-line skating, surfing and snow sports, meanwhile surfers from around the world will compete in the UKPSA North East Open, part of the Triple Crown of Surfing. The non-stop action also includes a live music stage, urban art and more. www.xperience09.com |
| Air Southwest flies to Newcastle from Newquay and Plymouth. Click here to book. |
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Have a laugh with some of the biggest names in Comedy from the UK and across the pond at the Manchester Comedy Festival from 15 – 25 October. Manchester’s answer to the Edinburgh Fringe the festival offers more than 90 shows over 10 fun packed days. Enjoy the full spectrum of comedy, from traditional stand up to sketch, films to cabaret and cartoons to improv with the odd musical act thrown in for good measure. www.manchestercomedyfestival.co.uk |
| Air Southwest flies to Manchester from Newquay, Plymouth and Bristol. Click here to book. |
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If you live to shop then a trip to Leeds is an absolute must next month as the city hosts its fourth Leeds Shopping Week from 15-25 October, showcasing its contemporary and cosmopolitan retail offer. For ten days, the city centre will be bustling with a unique mix of fabulous events including fashion shows, makeovers and fairs which have been organised by retailers in the city. Best of all, most of the events are free to attend. www.leedsshoppingweek.co.uk |
| Air Southwest flies to Leeds Bradford from Newquay, Plymouth and Bristol. Click here to book. |
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If you like music, there is no better city in the world to be in right now than Glasgow which has been named a UNESCO City of Music by the United Nations cultural body. The highlight of Glasgow’s jam-packed schedule of musical events takes place between 27-29 November at Homecoming Live, celebrating Scotland’s contribution to the worldwide music scene over the St Andrew’s Day Weekend. www.seeglasgow.com |
| Air Southwest flies to Glasgow from Newquay and Plymouth. Click here to book. |
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Experience an authentic Oktoberfest in the Emerald Isle city of Dublin at the Paulaner Oktoberfest. From 8 – 18th October Dublin’s Docklands will be transformed into a traditional Bavarian beer festival, complete with 24 Munich barmaids, German fun, food, entertainment and authentic Bavarian beer. www.paulaner-oktoberfest.com |
| Air Southwest flies to Dublin from Newquay and Plymouth. Click here to book. |
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Get into the jazz grove at The Guinness Cork Jazz Festival – one of Ireland’s most successful arts and cultural events. The four day celebration of the best of Jazz, is one of the top three Jazz festivals in Europe with over 120 acts appearing on 28 stages in concerts, clubs and pubs around the city from 23 – 26 October 2009. www.corkjazzfestival.com |
| Air Southwest flies to Cork from Newquay and Plymouth. Click here to book. | |
bmibaby price alert:Over 4 million seats from £2.99 October 1, 2009
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That’s right bmi baby are offering 4 million seats across all routes from just £2.99 one way including taxes, for travel until NEXT October!
Here’s just a selection of the fab deals on offer, but make sure you check their website for loads more great routes and prices.
Over 4 million seats from just £2.99 one way including taxes.
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Flight sale… up to 50% off UK and European FlyBe flights September 28, 2009
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| With the cooler days and darker evenings drawing in, now is a great time to treat yourself and discover some of the best events happening across the UK and Europe this autumn and winter. There is no better time to book your flights than this weekend as FlyBe have slashed their prices to offer up to 50% off selected flights.
Be a part of one of these fantastic events or discover many more of your own across the UK and Europe with up to 50% off Flybe flights. Sale ends midnight Wednesday 30th October so book now at Flybe.com to take advantage of the best deals. |
Delta airlines: Business Class promotion London Heathrow to NYC (non stop): £ 999 rtn/inclusive September 23, 2009
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London Heathrow to New York (non stop) for only £999 is just one of the special fares currently on offer from Delta, Air France & KLM
Alternatively, you could fly in Economy for under £300. These and more great fares to destinations all over the world are available now.
The promotion ends on 5th October but these fares won’t be around for long to act now and don’t miss out.
