2024-03-11

British Airways has announced an array of new initiatives to transform the airline, unveiling a £7bn transformation plan at its first ‘In the Skies’ showcase event in London. Chairman and CEO Sean Doyle outlined his modernisation plan, committing to delivering a world class customer experience, modernising IT, growing pride among colleagues and focusing on sustainability, […]

2023-11-01

The United States has launched a mobile app to apply for an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) which makes the process of applying for the electronic visa easier. Until recently, the ESTA application was available online only through the US Customs and Border Protection website and was not available for completion on smartphones, mobile […]

2023-11-01

Watch a tour of the experience and discover why it’s worth the upgrade   Welcome to your new comfort zone Give yourself a higher level of comfort and relaxation in Emirates new Premium Economy cabin on selected A380 aircraft. Enjoy more space and a premium dining experience surrounded by a sophisticated cabin interior. More space […]

2023-08-31

Starting from 1 September 2023, it will be necessary for you to carry valid photographic identification when embarking on UK domestic flights. This identification will be requested at specific points during your journey. Kindly note that failure to provide this identification could result in being unable to proceed with your travel plans. While a passport […]

2023-08-23

Now that the UK is no longer in the European Union, British passport holders travelling to countries in the EU (except Ireland), as well as Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino or Vatican City, are now subject to two main passport validity requirements, which are independent of each other. Travellers must have a […]

2023-08-10

Air fares, hotel rates and car rental costs are all set to continue rising throughout the rest of 2023 and in 2024 but the scale of increases is likely to be “more moderate”, according to GBTA’s 2024 Global Business Travel Forecast. In its annual report released today, GBTA notes that prices across all travel categories […]

2023-05-23

Customers flying Emirates to Dubai get a complimentary hotel stay. First Class and Business Class customers will get a 2 night stay at 25hours Hotel Dubai One Central. Premium Economy and Economy Class customers get 1 night’s stay at Novotel Trade Center Dubai. All customers will benefit from a 24-hour check-in / check-out policy, have the […]

2023-05-02

US to end vaccine rule for international visitors The US is to scrap its longstanding Covid-19 vaccine requirement for inbound international travellers from 12 May, according to the White House. The Biden administration made the long-awaited announcement on Monday (1 May), which will bring an end to the policy requiring international visitors to the US to […]

2023-04-21

Heathrow airport has reassured passengers operations will continue to “run smoothly” next month despite strike action from the Unite union. On Thursday (20 April), the union confirmed security personnel at the airport will strike for a further eight days  in May as part of an ongoing dispute over pay. In response to the upcoming demonstrations, a Heathrow […]

2023-04-20

Heathrow security staff to strike in May Security staff at London Heathrow are set to go on strike for eight days in May as part of an ongoing dispute over pay. The move, which follows recent strikes over the Easter holiday period, will see some 1,400 members of the Unite union, who are employed as security […]