Airline reports bookings up 43 percent - 21/11/2008
Monarch Airlines which operates flights to holiday sun destinations in Spain, Portugal and Cyprus says that holiday bookings for Summer 2009 are up 43%.
New site for gay and lesbian holidays - 20/11/2008
A new holiday booking and travel advice website is being launched for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community.
Ryanair wants airport check in online - 20/11/2008
Low cost airline Ryanair is increasing its airport check in and checked in baggage fees to encourage more passengers to check in online and avoid airport queues.
Thomson Airways launches next May | New airline name after TUI and First Choice merger - 19/11/2008
The UK will have a new airline, Thomson Airways, from 1st May next year when Thomsonfly and First Choice Airways rebrand.
Airline confirms first biofuel test flight - 12/11/2008
Air New Zealand will become the first airline to use a commercially viable biofuel in a test flight on December 3rd.
QEII departs Southampton for Dubai - 12/11/2008
The most famous ship in the world, Cunard’s QEII, set sail from the port of Southampton last night on her final voyage to Dubai.
Avoid airport parking breakdowns - 12/11/2008
If you're going on holiday and leaving your vehicle you'll want to make sure it's in tip top condition before you depart
Airlines charge for extra legroom - 10/11/2008
Two airlines, Singapore Airlines and Air France, have announced they are to charge passengers extra to sit in economy seats with more legroom, and other airlines are expected to follow suit.
Airline fares misleading finds consumer body - 10/11/2008
Despite new EU regulations on price transparency, What Consumer has found that low cost airlines are still not being completely open about air fares.
Airline launches social networking site - 10/11/2008
Air France and KLM have launched the first social networking website for airline passengers.
Survey shows Brits want Christmas holidays abroad - 03/11/2008
A new survey shows that 60% of Brits plan to take a Christmas break abroad.
Air fares will get cheaper says low cost airline - 03/11/2008
Good news for airline passengers as low cost airline Ryanair predicts air fares will fall by up to 20% this winter.
Price transparency on airline tickets becomes law - 31/10/2008
New EU legislation that comes into force on November 1st means airlines must include all taxes and charges in their published ticket prices.
Airline Flybe wins second green award - 27/10/2008
Regional airline Flybe has won another green award, the 2008 Brussels Airport Environmental Award.
Campaign to stop mobiles on planes - 27/10/2008
A campaign has been started to prevent airlines allowing passengers to use mobile phones on planes.
Airline crisis deepens as passengers down globally - 27/10/2008
Airline passenger number across the world fell by 2.9% in September, the worst fall since the SARS crisis in 2003.
Airlines hit by economy as traffic falls - 23/10/2008
Figures from the Association of European Airlines reveal that airline passenger numbers have fallen due to “essentially economic factors” for the first time since the early 1980s.
Watchdog wants protection against airline failure - 22/10/2008
As airlines continue to go bust, the Air Transport Users Council has written to the new Transport Secretary Geoff Hoon urging him to reconsider financial protection for scheduled airline passengers.
Airline opens auditions for online movie - 20/10/2008
Emirates Airline has launched a worldwide search for people to take part in its new film, The Exposure of Tom King.
Virgin Atlantic and BA are favourite British airlines - 20/10/2008
The annual travel trends survey by online travel community TripAdvisor reveals that British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Dubai based airline Emirates are the favourite airlines of British travellers.
LTE flights still grounded - 20/10/2008
Passengers booked with Spanish airline LTE are having to make alternative arrangements as its flights remain suspended.
Ryanair orders new planes but doubt over Valencia flights - 17/10/2008
Budget airline Ryanair has confirmed that it is exercising its option to buy 10 aircraft from Boeing.
Low cost Spanish airline LTE suspends flights - 17/10/2008
Budget Spanish airline LTE appears to be the latest casualty of the global financial crisis as it announces it has suspended its services.
Glasgow named in top 10 cities in world - 15/10/2008
The once grey and grimy city of Glasgow has been named as one of the top 10 cities in the world by influential travel guide Lonely Planet.
Jet2 voted best UK short haul airline - 15/10/2008
Jet2.com has been voted the best short haul airline in the UK by readers of the Guardian and Observer.
Virgin Atlantic cuts fuel surcharges - 15/10/2008
Long haul airline Virgin Atlantic is reducing the passenger fuel surcharges on its flights from midnight tonight.
Jetsleeper aims to aid sleep in economy - 10/10/2008
It may have been dismissed by Dragon's Den, but the Jetsleeper is set to give passengers in economy class a good rest on their flight.
Jet2holidays moves call centre back to UK - 10/10/2008
Tour operator Jet2holidays.com is moving its call centre back to the UK from Delhi.
Low cost transatlantic flights on horizon - 08/10/2008
Air fares to the USA could be set to tumble if Ryanair goes ahead with plans to launch a new transatlantic airline.
Holiday survey shows demand for foreign breaks - 06/10/2008
A new survey conducted on behalf of the Association of British Travel Agents shows that despite the credit crunch the British public has not lost its appetite for overseas holidays.
Passengers switch to low cost airlines - 06/10/2008
Despite the doom and gloom facing the airline industry and the economy low cost airlines are continuing to report record passenger numbers.
September ATOL renewal completed by CAA - 02/10/2008
In a difficult period for the travel industry, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is pleased to announce that its September renewal of Air Travel Organisers' Licences has been completed.
Eurostar launches new timetable - 02/10/2008
Following the fire in the Channel Tunnel on 11 September, Eurostar launched ticket sales on an amended timetable yesterday.
Ryanair cancels Birmingham flights - 02/10/2008
Low cost airline Ryanair has had to cancel 25 return flights to and from Birmingham due to strike action at plane-manufacturer Boeing.
Alberta scoops top prizes for winter sports - 01/10/2008
The recently launched Hardy's Skiing & Snowboarding Guide 2009 has awarded Alberta the top prize in a number of categories for winter sports.
Slovenian resort named 'European Destination of Excellence' - 01/10/2008
The Slovenian resort of the Soca Valley has been named a 'European Destination of Excellence'.
Virgin Atlantic celebrates ten years of Caribbean flights - 29/09/2008
Virgin Atlantic is celebrating ten years of flights to the Caribbean by holding a ten-day music festival in Barbados.
Ryanair trials in flight mobile calls - 26/09/2008
Low cost airline Ryanair is set to start trials of mobile phones on its flights from the UK.
Airline passenger demand to pick up in 2010 - 24/09/2008
As the airline crisis continues to deepen and more airlines appear on the point of going bust, Airports Council International predicts that airline passenger demand will pick up again in 2010.
Only 2 low cost airlines to survive in Europe - 24/09/2008
Speaking at the World Low Cost Airlines Congress in London, Ryanair deputy CEO, Howard Millar, has predicted only two low cost airlines will survive in Europe.
Top 10 ski holiday destinations revealed - 22/09/2008
As more than one million British holidaymakers head to the slopes this winter, the UK's fastest growing ski tour operator, Directski.com, has revealed its top 10 ski holiday destinations.
easyJet adds flights after collapse of XL - 22/09/2008
Low cost airline easyJet is adding extra flights to popular holiday destinations in Spain and Turkey following the collapse of the tour operator XL earlier this month.
Call for APD to be axed after XL failure - 22/09/2008
Air Passenger Duty should be axed, particularly after the collapse of tour operator XL, says price comparison website, Cheapflights.co.uk.
UK airlines score highly in travel awards - 22/09/2008
UK based airlines have done well in the prestigious Conde Nast Traveller magazine awards, with BA voted best business airline and easyJet best low cost airline, but only one UK airport features in the top 15.
Air Canada cuts baggage fees - 19/09/2008
Some good news for airline passengers at last as Air Canada is axing checked bag charges for second bags and incorporating fuel surcharges in its advertised fares.
Ryanair hopes to break even - 19/09/2008
Low cost airline Ryanair says it hopes to break even for the year ending March 31st, 2009 providing the price of oil remains at $100 per barrel.
German airline Lufthansa buys share in Brussels Airlines - 15/09/2008
German national airline Lufthansa is acquiring a stake in a much smaller airline, Brussels Airlines.
Turkish holiday specialist goes bust - 15/09/2008
Travel company K and S Holidays which specialised in holidays to Turkey has gone bust stranding about 150 customers abroad.
Flights home for XL customers going well - 15/09/2008
Repatriation flights for XL customers stranded abroad are operating smoothly and all passengers due to return by the weekend should be back in the UK today.
Record profits for airline Jet2 - 12/09/2008
As XL goes into administration another airline and package holiday business, Jet2.com, has been quick to point out that it has made record profits.
Airlines step in to help stranded XL passengers - 12/09/2008
Following the collapse of XLUK, other airlines and tour operators are stepping in to help the estimated 85,000 XL passengers currently stranded abroad.
Latest advice for stranded XL passengers - 12/09/2008
Customers of XL Leisure Group are being advised not to travel to the airport after the UK’s third largest tour operator went into administration and all its flights were cancelled.
Seguro Travel goes bust | Kent and Scotland travellers mainly affected - 11/09/2008
More than 20,000 British holidaymakers have been affected by the collapse of Macclesfield-based Seguro Travel, which ceased trading on September 10.
Spanish airline Futura suspends flights - 08/09/2008
Another day and another airline in trouble as Palma Majorca based charter airline Futura International Airways suspended flights today and filed for administration.
Regional airline Flybe makes record profit - 08/09/2008
While other airlines are going bust or reporting big losses, regional airline Flybe has announced record profits and strong growth.
bmi offers lower fares from Heathrow - 05/09/2008
Heathrow’s second largest airline, bmi, is offering lower fares to all destinations this month.
Low cost airlines growing fast - 05/09/2008
Despite the credit crunch, high oil prices and the gloomy economy, low cost airlines continue to attract more passengers.
Airlines set for massive losses says IATA - 03/09/2008
Airlines will post losses of $5.2 billion in 2008 says the International Air Transport Association in its revised financial forecast for the industry.
Airlines offer flights for Zoom passengers - 03/09/2008
Zoom passengers left stranded by the collapse of the transatlantic low fares airline last week are being offered alternative flights by a number of airlines on routes between the UK, Canada and the USA.
Wizz Air helps Centralwings passengers - 01/09/2008
Low cost airline Wizz Air is stepping in to help passengers of another low cost airline Centralwings, which is stopping all its scheduled flights.
Airline travel gets more stressful - 01/09/2008
Airline travel is getting more stressful and air rage increasing as passengers become more irritated about delayed flights, long queues and extra security a new survey has found.
Thai airports reopen as Brits fly home - 01/09/2008
Phuket, Krabi and Hat Yai airports in Thailand have reopened as Brits stranded abroad try to get flights home following the political demonstrations in the country.
German low cost airlines plan merger - 29/08/2008
Three low cost airlines in Germany – Germanwings, Condor and TUIfly – are planning a merger in order to cut costs.
Zoom Airlines goes bust stranding passengers - 29/08/2008
Transatlantic low fares airline Zoom has gone into administration leaving thousands of passengers stranded at airports in the UK, Canada, the USA, France and Italy.
Screenscrapers inflate cost of airline tickets | Low cost airline Ryanair defends decision to cancel tickets - 27/08/2008
Budget airline Ryanair is defending its decision to cancel tickets booked through some screenscraping websites to the European Commission.
Holiday tips to beat recession | How to get best airfares and best holiday bargains - 19/08/2008
As a recession looms there’s no need to abandon holiday plans if you know how to find the best holiday bargains.
easyJet taken to High Court by Stelios | Low cost airline asked to focus on carrying passengers on planes - 18/08/2008
The founder of low cost airline easyJet, Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, is taking the airline to the High Court to clarify the terms of its branding agreement.
easyJet voted best low cost airline in world | Singapore Airlines named airline of the year - 18/08/2008
easyJet has been named the world’s best low cost airline and Singapore Airlines the world’s best airline in the annual World Airline Awards.
BA links with AA and Iberia on transatlantic flights - 15/08/2008
British Airways has signed a joint business agreement with American Airlines and Spanish airline Iberia on flights between Europe and North America.
Iceland Express is first budget airline to offer inflight entertainment - 13/08/2008
Low cost flights no longer have to be boring as Iceland Express claims to be the first low cost airline to offer inflight entertainment on its flights from Rejkavik.
Qantas airline safety investigated | Airline to take delivery of first Airbus A380 - 13/08/2008
Australian airline Qantas has grounded six Boeing 737 planes while it checks maintenance records as the Australian Civil Safety Authority continues to investigate the airline’s safety procedures.
FCO warns not to skimp on travel insurance | More Brits lose passport on holiday in Spain - 13/08/2008
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office has issued a strong appeal to British holidaymakers not to cut corners on travel insurance as it publishes its annual British Behaviour Abroad report.
Airline failure protection open to passengers | Single airline failure could cost hundreds of millions - 11/08/2008
Asking the Civil Aviation Authority to impose a levy for airlines similar to the ATOL Protection Contribution for tour operators is ludicrous says specialist insurance provider International Passenger Protection.
British Airways orders Boeing planes | New 777 aircraft offers improved fuel economy - 08/08/2008
British Airways has placed an order with Boeing for two 777-300ER jetliners valued at $529 million at list prices.
Virtual holidays can save money | Net research allows holidaymakers to find best deals in resort - 06/08/2008
Increasing numbers of canny holidaymakers are performing a virtual rehearsal of their holiday before setting off, saving time and money.
Airlines should protect passengers | Travellers out of pocket if airlines go bust - 06/08/2008
Scheduled airlines should offer the same protection to travellers as ATOL protected tour operators says a government advisory committee.
Less passengers for BA | Airlines Iberia and Air France KLM see profits fall - 06/08/2008
British Airways carried 3% less passengers this July than last year as the airline crisis continues to deepen.
Brits least attractive on the beach | New survey finds Brits rudest and heaviest drinkers in resort - 04/08/2008
A new survey of holidaymakers in Europe has found that Brits are regarded as the least attractive on the beach and the most undesirable in resort.
Airlines in trouble says IATA | Passenger demand for flights falls to lowest level since 2003 - 04/08/2008
The airline industry is in trouble and the situation will only get worse warns the International Air Transport Association.
Inflight mobile phone service added | Emirates Airline first to offer mobile calls on Boeing plane - 04/08/2008
Emirates has become the first airline to introduce inflight mobile phone services on a Boeing aircraft.
First powered suitcase ready to go | Power assisted luggage suitable for airports and cruises - 01/08/2008
Heralded as an evolution in travel and the first innovation in luggage design for more than 20 years, a UK company has developed what it claims is the world’s first powered suitcase.
New lie flat seat from Continental Airlines | Flights from Newark and Houston to Heathrow will feature new seat - 01/08/2008
Continental Airlines has unveiled a new 180-degree lie-flat seat for BusinessFirst customers which will be available on its Boeing 777 flights from Newark and Houston airports to Heathrow next year.
Airlines in worst market ever | British Airways hit by fuel costs - 01/08/2008
High fuel bills have hit BA’s profits as the airline faces the worst market conditions the industry has ever known.
Low fare flights will survive high oil price | Ryanair optimistic despite fall in profit - 30/07/2008
Despite a dramatic 85% fall in profit, low cost airline Ryanair is confident high oil prices won’t spell the end of low fare flights.
Airbus delivers A380 to Emirates | Airline will fly superjumbo from Dubai to New York and Heathrow - 30/07/2008
Emirates Airline has taken delivery of its first Airbus A380 superjumbo ahead of its first flight from Dubai to New York on August 1st.
Airlines start merger talks | Merger of British Airways and Iberia would create biggest airline in Europe - 30/07/2008
As the airline crisis deepens, two of Europe’s biggest airlines – British Airways and Iberia – are holding merger talks.
Airline gives tips for travel with kids | Twilight check in recommended at Gatwick - 25/07/2008
For families travelling with kids this summer holiday, Virgin Atlantic has come up with some tips to give them a stress free start to their holiday.
Indonesian airlines banned from EU | Airlines from Gabon and Sierra Leone also on blacklist - 25/07/2008
Indonesian airlines are to continue to be banned from using EU airspace because of their safety standards.
Low cost airlines growing fast | Slowdown on long haul flights from US - 25/07/2008
Budget airlines around the world continue to grow quickly despite the economic downturn new figures reveal.
Regional airline signs e ticket deal | Flybe forms interline partnership with Hahn Air - 21/07/2008
Regional airline Flybe has shown its commitment to interline e ticketing with a new partnership with Hahn Air.
Oslo most expensive for car rental | London cheaper than Paris despite high petrol prices - 21/07/2008
A new survey has found that Oslo is the most expensive city in the world to rent a car.
Air China orders Boeing planes | Airline is official partner for 2008 Beijing Olympic Games - 21/07/2008
Air China, the flag carrying airline of the People's Republic of China, has ordered 30 Next-Generation 737-800 jetliners and 15 777-300ERs.
Travel luggage free to cut stress - 21/07/2008
First Luggage has a Fathers Day gift that means dad doesn't have to lug bags to the airport, check them in and wait at the baggage carousel to collect them.
New cruising holidays by rail | Great Rail Journeys launch first UK cruise - 18/07/2008
New cruising holidays by rail have been launched by Great Rail Journeys, including a UK cruise to the Scottish Lochs and Islands.
Airline cabin crew give packing tips | Travel light for stress free holiday - 18/07/2008
Cabin crew at Virgin Atlantic have revealed their top tips for packing to go on holiday.
P&O Cruises plans grand launch for Ventura - 17/07/2008
The largest cruise ship exclusively designed for Britain – Ventura – will be named in a spectacular ceremony at the port of Southampton in April.
SeaFrance ferry strike disrupts port of Dover | March 5th 2008 - 17/07/2008
The port of Dover is once again being affected by a strike by SeaFrance officers in Calais, leading to Operation Stack being implemented on the M20 in Kent.
1p flights from Jet2 | - 17/07/2008
Leeds-based airline Jet2 has revealed that it is offering passengers the chance to fly to a number of European destinations for just 1p one way.
Grand Canyon tops travel wishlist | City breaks popular in The Bucket List - 16/07/2008
A new survey has discovered the places Brits would most like to travel to before they ‘kick the bucket’.
Holiday tips to beat recession | How to get best airfares and best holiday bargains - 16/07/2008
As a recession looms there’s no need to abandon holiday plans if you know how to find the best holiday bargains.
Boeing gets set to fly Dreamliner | Test flights of new 787 plane will start in autumn - 16/07/2008
Test flights of Boeing’s new 787 Dreamliner plane will start in the fourth quarter of this year.
Brits book holidays at last minute | Tunisia and Croatia increasingly popular destinations - 14/07/2008
With the credit crunch, rising fuel prices and talk of recession, it appears that Brits are waiting until the last minute to book their summer holiday.
Survey reveals the perfect holiday | City breaks and activity holidays rival beach holidays - 11/07/2008
The perfect holiday is made up of a mix of adventure, culture and sun according to new research.
New Gatwick to Biarritz flights | Low fares airline easyJet launches summer sale - 04/07/2008
Low cost airline easyJet has launched new flights from Gatwick airport to Biarritz in south-west France today.
Navy assist Splendor naming in Dover | Largest cruise ship ever to sail from port of Dover - 04/07/2008
Royal Navy divers will assist musician and presenter Myleene Klass when she performs the naming ceremony for the Carnival Splendor, the largest cruise ship ever to sail from Dover.
bmibaby most punctual low cost airline | Eastern Airways most punctual scheduled airline - 04/07/2008
bmibaby was the most punctual low cost airline in the UK in the first quarter of 2008, and Eastern Airways the most punctual scheduled airline.
Virgin Atlantic objects to alliances | BA passenger numbers down - 04/07/2008
Virgin Atlantic has reacted to reports that British Airways may be seeking an alliance with American Airlines and Iberia.
How to make flight delays pay | Airline passengers missing out on millions after flight cancellations - 02/07/2008
Every year UK airline passengers are missing out on £115 million of unclaimed compensation for flight delays and compensation.
Virgin offers summer holiday tips | Airline suggests online and twilight check in - 02/07/2008
Airline Virgin Atlantic has come up with a range of tips to help passengers overcome the airport blues and enjoy a tip top summer holiday.
Try a cruise for a romantic holiday | New survey shows cruising popular with singles - 30/06/2008
Cruise holidays provide a good opportunity to look for love a new survey by Cruise Critic has found.
easyJet backs tax on planes | Low cost airline supports replacement of Air Passenger Duty with flight tax - 30/06/2008
Low fares airline easyJet is taking out ads in the national press today in support of its campaign to make the proposed replacement for Air Passenger Duty greener and fairer.
American Airlines makes more cutbacks | Airport delays at New York LaGuardia should be reduced - 27/06/2008
As the crisis facing the airline industry deepens, American Airlines is cutting back services at New York LaGuardia airport and other airports in the USA from November.
New video reports on holiday hotspots | Holiday company launches video upload facility - 25/06/2008
Jet2holidays.com, sister company of airline Jet2, is launching a new feature on its website that will enable holidaymakers to check out video reports before choosing their destination.
Airline tests biofuel to cut emissions | Japan Airlines announces test with Boeing and Pratt & Whitney - 23/06/2008
Japan Airlines in partnership with aircraft maker Boeing and jet engine maker Pratt & Whitney plans to test a second generation biofuel.
New flights to Liverpool airport | Ryanair to launch daily flights from Ireland - 23/06/2008
Low cost airline Ryanair will launch daily flights to Liverpool John Lennon airport from Ireland West Knock airport from 27th October.
Airline tests mobile phone check in | New technology could cut queues at check in - 23/06/2008
Delta Air Lines in the US is testing the use of mobile phones for check in, which could lead to shorter queues at the airport.
Singapore Airlines voted Best Airline | Tiny UK airline Palmair one of runners up - 19/06/2008
Singapore Airlines has been voted the Best Airline in the world in the annual Which? Awards.
New cruise ship is biggest ever | Oasis of the Seas launches in late 2009 - 19/06/2008
Cruise line Royal Caribbean International has released more details about Oasis of the Seas, which it says will be the world’s largest and most revolutionary cruise ship.
Mobile phones reduce flight delays | Airlines could save millions using digital devices - 19/06/2008
Airlines could save up to $600 million by taking advantage of passengers’ mobile phones to reduce flight delays.
easyJet cuts fuel consumption | Airline buys new flight planning system - 19/06/2008
Low fares airline easyJet is aiming to cut fuel consumption and deliver significant cost savings with a new flight planning system.
BA launches OpenSkies airline | First flight from Paris to New York - 19/06/2008
British Airways’ new subsidiary airline OpenSkies is launching its first flight today between Paris Orly airport and New York JFK.
New cruises from Portsmouth | New fly cruises from Aberdeen airport - 18/06/2008
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines will be offering cruise holidays from Portsmouth for the first time next year.
Brits back summer holidays | Beach holidays still most popular - 18/06/2008
Despite rising fuel prices and the gloomy economy, Brits are still determined to take their summer holiday a new survey shows.
New flying without fear book | Virgin Atlantic launches book to help nervous flyers - 13/06/2008
After 10 years of Flying Without Fear courses, Virgin Atlantic has launched a new book answering the questions of nervous flyers.
First A380 flight to New York | Emirates Airline launches Dubai to New York on superjumbo - 11/06/2008
The Airbus A380 superjumbo will make its first commercial flight to the USA on 1st August when Emirates launches new flights from Dubai to New York.
Airline passengers need protection | Airline failures prompt call from FTO - 11/06/2008
The Federation of Tour Operators is calling for airline passengers to be protected in the same way as passengers who book package holidays.
Airline Silverjet to fly again | Flights to New York and Dubai could relaunch soon - 11/06/2008
Business class airline Silverjet could relaunch flights to New York and Dubai within the next few weeks after agreeing a deal with Irish company Kingplace.
New cruise ship naming in Dover | Carnival Splendor largest passenger ship to sail from port - 09/06/2008
Carnival Cruise Lines' new cruise ship Carnival Splendor will be christened by TV presenter and musician Myleene Klass at the port of Dover on 10th July.
Best beaches in US named | Top beaches are in Florida and Hawaii - 09/06/2008
Dr Beach has revealed the top 10 beaches in the USA for 2008 and British holiday favourite Florida has two of the top three.
easyJet wins Best Low Cost Airline | British Airways voted Best Transatlantic Airline - 06/06/2008
British airlines including easyJet and British Airways have triumphed at the prestigious OAG Airline Industry Awards.
Continental Airlines makes cuts | US carrier reduces aircraft fleet and jobs - 06/06/2008
One of the clearest indications yet of the crisis facing the airline industry is Continental’s decision to reduce its fleet by 67 and eliminate 3,000 jobs.
Emirates Airline to fly A380 | First A380 to be used for Heathrow to Dubai flights - 06/06/2008
Emirates Airline will be the second airline to fly the Airbus A380 superjumbo when it receives the first of 58 new planes in July.
Airline launches summer sale | easyJet puts 2 million seats on sale - 06/06/2008
Low fares airline easyJet is today launching a summer sale, with up to 20% off every seat.
New flights from budget airline | Ryanair announces 6 new routes from Luton airport - 06/06/2008
Low fares airline Ryanair has announced what it describes as its biggest ever single expansion.
US goes online for visa waiver travellers | Passengers must apply in advance - 05/06/2008
Visitors flying into the United States will need to provide personal details in advance and online from next January, the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced earlier this week.
Best airlines shortlisted | Palmair plus Air New Zealand and Singapore Airlines nominated - 04/06/2008
Tiny UK airline Palmair which is based at Bournemouth airport has been shortlisted for the prestigious Which? Best Airline Award.
Budget airlines fight back | Low cost rivals respond to Ryanair - 04/06/2008
The battle of the budget airlines is taking shape as rivals Jet2.com and Flybe hit back at comments made by Ryanair boss Micheal O’Leary.
Airlines in crisis | Industry leaders call for airports and governments to help - 02/06/2008
Heads of airlines around the world have called for help from governments and airports to survive the financial crisis at the World Air Transport Summit.
Queen says farewell to QE2 | Royal visit to cruise ship at port of Southampton - 02/06/2008
Her Majesty The Queen is paying a farewell visit to the historic cruise liner the QE2 at the port of Southampton today before the famous ship retires from active service in November.
Low fares airline adds new flights | Ryanair flies from Glasgow to holiday hotspots - 30/05/2008
Low cost airline Ryanair is launching five new flights from the UK this winter, from Glasgow and Bournemouth airports.
Cruise to beat Euro blues | Cruising tips to save holiday money - 30/05/2008
With the falling value of the pound against the euro making holidays in Europe more expensive, taking a cruise can cut the cost of a holiday.
Healthy demand for holidays | CBI survey shows people still want breaks - 30/05/2008
Despite the credit crunch and rising fuel prices, a new CBI survey shows people are still booking holidays.
Global airline traffic slows | Transatlantic flights increase with Open Skies - 30/05/2008
New figures show that record oil prices and the credit crunch are having a worldwide affect on the demand for flights.
BA raises fuel surcharge | Airline blames rising oil prices - 30/05/2008
British Airways has followed rival airline Virgin Atlantic by increasing fuel surcharges on all its flights from Tuesday.
Business class airline suspends flights | Last flight for Silverjet from Dubai today - 30/05/2008
Silverjet has become the latest business class only airline to suspend operations as high oil prices and the credit crunch take their toll.
Carbon emissions trading for airlines | MEPs want airlines included by 2011 - 28/05/2008
MEPs have voted to include airlines in the EU’s Emissions Trading Scheme from 2011 and for a lower ceiling on emissions.
Best luxury hotels named | Small Luxury Hotels of the World takes honours - 26/05/2008
Small Luxury Hotels of the World has been named as the number one luxury hotel brand in the world.
Airline trials boarding pass texts | bmi to test paperless system at Heathrow airport - 26/05/2008
Passengers on some flights with airline bmi from Heathrow airport will soon be able to receive their boarding pass via their mobile phone.
Budget airline in court over safety | Low cost carrier Flyglobespan prosecuted by CAA - 26/05/2008
Low cost airline Flyglobespan is being taken to court by the CAA following an alleged breach of safety on a New York flight.
Airline bmi sees profits halve | Develops mid haul flights from Heathrow - 23/05/2008
Pre-tax profits for airline bmi for 2007 were down 47.8% to £15.5 million, but the acquisition of airline BMED in November allowed bmi to continue to expand at Heathrow airport.
Business airline suspends shares | Silverjet flights to continue - 23/05/2008
Business class only airline Silverjet has suspended trading in its shares on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange as it still awaits funding from investors.
Wizz launches Kiev-Luton service | Part of new international network - 22/05/2008
Ukraine's first low cost airline, Wizz Air Ukraine, has announced the launch of three international routes from Kiev later this year.
Youth travel market grows | Young travellers stay longer and spend more - 22/05/2008
Youth travel is one of the global tourist industry's fastest growing sectors and accounts for a fifth of all international arrivals, according to a new report published this week.
Give dad a golf holiday | Fathers Day golf breaks at La Manga Club - 21/05/2008
With Father’s Day fast approaching, a golfing holiday may make the perfect gift for a golf mad dad.
Holiday snacking the new trend | Short breaks instead of two week summer holiday - 21/05/2008
Holiday snacking is the new term for the growing trend for people to take a number of short breaks rather than a long summer holiday.
easyJet celebrates 10 years at Stansted | Airline launches new Gatwick to Nantes flights - 21/05/2008
Low fares airline easyJet is today celebrating its tenth anniversary offering flights from Stansted airport.
New flights for skiing holidays | Jet2 launches Blackpool to Geneva flights - 19/05/2008
New flights from Blackpool airport to Geneva are part of low cost airline Jet2.com’s new winter ski schedule.
Gatwick to Jersey flights popular | Low cost airline Flybe considers new flights - 19/05/2008
Low fares airline Flybe says it is experiencing unprecedented demand for seats on its flights from Gatwick airport to Jersey.
Airline celebrates fourth birthday | Wizz Air offers flights to Poland and Romania - 19/05/2008
Low cost airline Wizz Air is today celebrating four years of offering flights to Central and Eastern European countries including Poland, Romania and Hungary.
Ryanair moves into holiday rentals market | Overseas property owners have new advertising opportunity - 16/05/2008
Low fares airline Ryanair is offering holiday villa owners the opportunity to advertise on its new website ryanairvillas.com.
Hostel holidays won't break the bank - 15/05/2008
Forget smelly dorms and cold showers, hostels in the 21st century feature top rate facilities in popular locations around the world - perfect for an affordable holiday in cash-strapped times.
Virgin soaring to T3 success - 15/05/2008
Virgin Atlantic has today announced outstanding customer feedback and performance results for their new terminal at Heathrow.
Holiday website for silver surfers | Grand UK Holidays launches winter brochure - 15/05/2008
A growing number of silver surfers – over 55s who regularly use the internet – can now book their holiday online
Eurocamp kicks off for Euro 2008 - 15/05/2008
Budding Ronaldo's inspired by Euro 2008 this summer will love Eurocamp's new on-parc Soccer Stations in France.
Driving each other mad abroad - 14/05/2008
New research suggests that driving abroad is one of the most common causes of arguments between British couples.
Buying airline tickets online risky | EU targets airlines and travel websites - 14/05/2008
One third of the websites investigated were found to be breaching consumer law when they sold airline tickets online
Heathrow airport third best in world | BA named best European airline - 09/05/2008
Much maligned Heathrow airport and British Airways have been honoured in the latest Business Traveller magazine awards.
Clubbers flights to Ibiza | Low fares airline Monarch teams up with Hed Kandi - 07/05/2008
Budget airline Monarch is expanding its partnership with lifestyle brand Hed Kandi to offer more party destinations, including Puerto Banus, Barcelona, Tenerife and Mallorca.
US airline cuts fuel consumption | Delta Air Lines subsidiary Comair equips planes - 07/05/2008
The US airline Comair has been able to cut fuel burn by around 3% by using new technology that optimises plane performance.
Business airline bags investor | Silverjet ready to dominate luxury flights market - 07/05/2008
All business class airline Silverjet has found the investor it hopes will enable it to secure its future as a provider of business travel.
easyJet upbeat despite fuel costs | Airline sees passengers and revenue up - 07/05/2008
Low fares airline easyJet has announced its interim results for the six months to 31st March.
Heathrow lounge wins award | Virgin Atlantic customers say Heathrow is Best Clubhouse - 05/05/2008
Airline Virgin Atlantic’s lounge at Heathrow airport has been named as Best Clubhouse in the international awards voted for by Virgin customers.
Stansted airport gets new coach link | Airport to Ipswich services start - 02/05/2008
A new airport coach service starts tomorrow with the launch of airdirect, offering a 24 hour a day service between Stansted airport and Ipswich.
Airline consolidation is critical | Air passenger growth slows - 02/05/2008
Releasing the air passenger figures for March, airline industry association IATA says that the industry has taken a major turn for the worse and consolidation is now critical.
European cruise holiday record | Four million take cruise holiday last year - 02/05/2008
Four million Europeans took a cruise holiday last year, an increase of 17% on the previous year, according to the latest figures from the European Cruise Council.
Airline jobs at risk says Unite | Virgin axes in flight beauty services - 02/05/2008
The Unite union, which represents over 70,000 workers in the aviation sector including 24,000 cabin crew members, says it has recently been involved in redundancy consultations with airlines XL Airways, Flyglobespan and First Choice.
Best of European cruises | Carnival Cruise Lines picks up 9 awards - 30/04/2008
After only three years offering cruises in Europe, Carnival has won 9 best of cruising awards in a new Fodor’s guide.
Sunshine getaways for Bank Holiday | Flights to Alicante and Faro most popular - 30/04/2008
As Brits head off in search of the sun for the May Bank Holiday, low fares airline easyJet says that holidays in Spain and Portugal are most popular.
Business airline gets backing | Silverjet hopes to offer new flights - 30/04/2008
Business class only airline Silverjet has entered into a memorandum of understanding with an investor based in the UAE which it hopes will secure its future.
Brits cancel summer holidays | More opt for UK break - 30/04/2008
A new survey shows that 20% of Brits have cancelled their plans to go on holiday this year.
UK top for Bank Holiday breaks | Flybe reveals most popular flights - 30/04/2008
Low fares airline Flybe says that short breaks in the UK are most popular with travellers as it gears up for a busy Bank Holiday weekend.
Brits want cheap holiday deals | Survey finds US holidays popular - 28/04/2008
Despite the credit crisis, consumers in Britain remain committed to taking a holiday this year and many plan to take advantage of the weak dollar to visit the US and Canada.
Fly cruise from Stansted | Mediterranean cruises on Balmoral - 28/04/2008
New cruise ship Balmoral starts a short season of Mediterranean cruises in May before returning to her home port of Dover.
Another airline goes bust | Business class Eos Airlines halts flights - 28/04/2008
Business class only Eos Airlines has gone out of business only a week before it was due to launch new flights from Stansted airport to New York Newark.
Low fare flights for winter | Thomsonfly flies from 9 airports - 25/04/2008
Thomsonfly is now offering winter holiday flights from nine UK airports including Gatwick and Manchester.
Airline meals for Euro 08 fans | Lufthansa appoints star chefs - 25/04/2008
German airline Lufthansa is introducing special gourmet meals with a Euro 2008 theme.
IATA's historic climate change deal - 24/04/2008
The International Air Transport Association and leading players in the aviation industry have signed a historic commitment to tackle climate change.
Cruises for food lovers | New cruise ship for Port of Dover - 23/04/2008
Carnival Cruises says its new cruise ship Carnival Splendor is the largest ‘Fun Ship’ ever built.
Airports face strike action | PCS union strike may disrupt airports - 23/04/2008
Airports including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and Luton could be hit by strike action tomorrow by members of the PCS union which includes immigration staff.
Flybe grows fastest in Germany | Budget airline offers 128 flights a week to Germany - 21/04/2008
Flybe has been named as the fastest growing low cost airline flying to and from Germany.
Business airline Eos woos investor | Stansted to New York - 21/04/2008
Business class only Eos Airlines which flies from Stansted airport to New York JFK says it expects to secure an extra $50 million investment next month.
Aer Lingus apologises over cheap flights error - 18/04/2008
Aer Lingus is offering economy class seats to customers who booked business class flights to the USA for just 5 euros following a technical error on its website on Wednesday.
Indian airline a hit in Belgium - 14/04/2008
Indian airline Jet Airways is celebrating after its chairman Naresh Goyal was named Man of the Year by journalists in Belgium.
More airlines could go bust - 14/04/2008
More airlines could go out of business as a result of the credit crunch and high fuel prices warns International Passenger Protection.
Butlins plans new spa hotel - 14/04/2008
British institution Butlins is shaking off its traditional holiday camp image with plans for a contemporary spa hotel at its holiday resort in the seaside town of Bognor Regis.
The Queen to bid farewell to QE2 - 11/04/2008
Her Majesty the Queen will pay a farewell visit to the cruise ship the QE2 at the port of Southampton on 2nd June ahead of the ship's retirement from active service in November.
Emirates opens futuristic new airport lounge - 09/04/2008
Emirates Airline has unveiled a luxurious new airport lounge at Brisbane airport in Australia with fabulous facilities for passengers.
Low cost airline Oasis goes bust - 09/04/2008
Budget airline Oasis which offers flights from Gatwick airport to Hong Kong has gone into liquidation today with debts of £64 million.
Low cost airline Ryanair in ads battle - 09/04/2008
The battle between budget airline Ryanair and the Advertising Standards Authority is hotting up as the ASA counter-refers Ryanair to the OFT.
Airport delays boost ferry travel - 07/04/2008
The Port of Dover has benefited from problems at UK airports to record an increase in passengers using ferries to travel on holiday.
Mobile phones allowed on planes in Europe - 07/04/2008
Passengers will be able to make calls on mobile phones on aircraft flying in Europe thanks to new legislation from the European Commission.
Sophia Loren names new cruise ship - 07/04/2008
The new cruise liner MSC Poesia has been launched in a star-studded ceremony at the port of Dover attended by Hollywood legend Sophia Loren, Prince and Princess Michael, Andrea Bocelli and KT Tunstall.
Airline pilots slam Terminal 5 debacle - 07/04/2008
The British Airline Pilots' Association has published an Open Letter calling for change in the way British Airways is managed following what it calls 'the Terminal 5 debacle'.
Airlines hiding charges says TSI - 07/04/2008
Airlines are making extra money from passengers by not making baggage fees clear and even by using faulty scales at check in an investigation by the Trading Standards Institute has revealed.
Budget airline Ryanair complains to OFT - 07/04/2008
Low fares airline Ryanair has made a formal complaint to the Office of Fair Trading regarding judgments made by the Advertising Standards Authority about some of its advertising.
Low fares airline expands in France - 04/04/2008
Budget airline easyJet is expanding in France as it opens a new base at Lyon airport and launches new flights to destinations including Venice, Marrakech and Lisbon.
Monarch Airlines celebrates 40 years - 04/04/2008
Low fares airline Monarch Airlines is celebrating 40 years in business this weekend with a special flight from Luton airport to the popular Mediterranean island of Menorca.
Record month for business class airline - 02/04/2008
Business class only airline Silverjet has reported an impressive 23% increase in passenger numbers in March on flights from Luton airport to New York and Dubai.
Cruise liner Ventura sails to Southampton - 31/03/2008
The largest cruise ship ever built for British cruise passengers, P&O Cruises’ Ventura, is now complete and has set sail for her home port of Southampton.
Low cost airline launches new flights - 31/03/2008
Budget airline Flybe is starting 34 new flights to UK and European cities and holiday hotspots including flights from Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh airports.
Travellers still need insurance - 27/03/2008
People need to be vigilant and ensure that they have adequate travel insurance before setting off on holiday, new research suggests.
Airline websites slammed for hidden charges - 26/03/2008
Low cost airlines have been criticised for a lack of transparency in their pricing in a study looking at the usability of travel company websites.
A380 superjumbo grounded again - 26/03/2008
For the second time in two months the new Airbus A380 superjumbo has been grounded by fuel pump problems.
Airline offers in flight email and SMS - 24/03/2008
Aussie airline Qantas is installing technology on all its domestic planes that will enable passengers to send and receive email and SMS via mobile phones or personal electronic devices.
Delays possible on new Dreamliner plane - 24/03/2008
Further delays to the launch of Boeing’s new 787 Dreamliner aircraft are possible after the plane manufacturer admitted it had to redesign a key component.
Airline allows mobile phone calls - 21/03/2008
The first authorised mobile phone call has been made on an Emirates airline flight between Dubai and Casblanca.
Manchester airport backs World Swimming Champs - 21/03/2008
Manchester airport is sponsoring the World Swimming Championships which are taking place at the MEN Arena in Manchester from 9-13 April.
Ryanair brings cheap air fares to France - 21/03/2008
Low cost airline Ryanair is launching its cheap flights in France and Germany as it continues to expand around Europe.
Cruise holiday company hit by fuel bills - 21/03/2008
The world’s largest cruising holiday company, Carnival Corporation, has reported first quarter earnings for 2008 down on 2007 thanks to rising fuel prices.
Air France KLM buys Italian airline - 20/03/2008
The Italian state airline Alitalia is being bought by giant airline Air France KLM for just €139m.
Easter weather and travel misery for UK - 20/03/2008
It's looking like a long weekend full of travel misery for those Brits not escaping the country for an Easter getaway.
Eurostar Easter bonus - 20/03/2008
Eurostar has announced record passenger bookings for this weekend, its first Easter based at the newly restored St Pancras International.
Wizz Air offers more flights to Poland - 19/03/2008
More flights to Poland are to be offered by low cost airline Wizz Air following the decision by airline Centralwings to discontinue eight of its flights to Poland.
Airports set for Easter holiday getaway - 19/03/2008
Around two million Brits will leave the country for an Easter holiday this weekend, many from their local airport, and last minute deals will be hard to find.
Budget airline warns on profits - 19/03/2008
Low cost airline easyJet says its profits for the second half of the year will be down if fuel prices stay high, but the no frills carrier is performing well so far this year.
Airline ready for A380 landing at Heathrow - 17/03/2008
The first Airbus A380 to arrive at Heathrow will land at the airport tomorrow, 18 March, at around 15.15 and BA has won the maintenance contract for the Singapore Airlines plane at Heathrow.
Airline Monarch backs golf holidays - 17/03/2008
Low fares airline Monarch has been named as Official Airline Partner for two of the largest golf shows in Europe and says 78% of golfers that fly with it take two or more overseas golf holidays a year.
Luton airport and London City grow fastest - 14/03/2008
The London airports showing the fastest growth are Luton airport and London City airport according to the latest figures from the Civil Aviation Authority.
The Queen opens Heathrow Terminal 5 - 14/03/2008
The Queen is today officially opening Heathrow Terminal 5, the flagship new terminal for Heathrow airport which will be home to airline British Airways.
Ryanair criticises airline fuel surcharges - 12/03/2008
Low fares airline Ryanair has hit out at the fuel surcharges being levied by other airlines including Lufthansa and Aer Lingus.
A380 flights to start from Heathrow - 12/03/2008
Flights from Heathrow on the Airbus A380 superjumbo, the world’s largest commercial airliner, will start next Wednesday 19 March.
easyJet offers Easter holiday deals - 12/03/2008
Low fares airline easyJet says it will welcome 500,000 passengers on flights during the Easter holidays and it has a range of last minute deals for people looking for an Easter holiday.
New airports for China’s holiday hotspot - 11/03/2008
Three new airports are planned for the tropical island of Hainan, a holiday hotspot which is still little known outside China.
Storm causes flight cancellations at UK airports - 10/03/2008
Flights have been cancelled or delayed at UK airports including Heathrow, Gatwick, Bristol and Southampton as the worst storms of the winter batter Britain.
BA strike threatens Easter travel chaos - 10/03/2008
There could be travel chaos at airports this Easter now that talks to avert a strike by BA pilots have broken down.
BA counts cost of move to Terminal 5 - 07/03/2008
British Airway’s move to Terminal 5 this month, plus rising fuel costs and the gloomy outlook for the airline industry, have contributed to a profits warning and fall in the airline’s share price.
Airline announces record profit - 05/03/2008
Airline Cathay Pacific has announced record profits for 2007 despite high fuel prices and economic uncertainty.
Budget airline Flybe adds flights to Scotland - 05/03/2008
Low fares airline Flybe has announced new flights from Gatwick to Aberdeen airport, and from Birmingham airport to Dundee, and will feature on TV programme Project Catwalk tonight.
easyJet cheap flights ad banned - 05/03/2008
A complaint by rival low cost airline Ryanair has led to the banning of an ad campign by easyJet intended to attract customers to its cheap flights.
Virgin Atlantic selects Rolls for Dreamliner - 04/03/2008
Airline Virgin Atlantic’s new fleet of Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner planes will be powered by Rolls-Royce engines.
European cruises year round from NCL - 03/03/2008
Norwegian Cruise Line’s cruise ship Norwegian Jade will be based in Europe all year round from this month when cruise holidays begin from the port of Southampton.
Business class airline Silverjet grows - 03/03/2008
Business class only airline Silverjet which offers flights from Luton airport to New York and Dubai has announced record passenger numbers for February.
Low cost airline sees shares fall - 03/03/2008
Low fares airline Jet2.com which is based at Leeds Bradford airport has admitted that passenger numbers in the winter have been disappointing.
A380 superjumbo to fly Heathrow to Dubai - 03/03/2008
Emirates Airline will start London Heathrow to Dubai flights on an Airbus A380 from 1 December.
Short breaks cut costs and stress - 28/02/2008
A new survey carried out by Holiday Inn reveals that families across Britain are choosing to take a number of short breaks throughout the year in place of one long summer holiday.
Travel web fraudsters found guilty - 28/02/2008
A gang of fraudsters was found guilty of conspiracy to defraud at Southwark Crown Court this week, after swindling innocent holiday makers of £6 million.
Earthquake shakes UK - 27/02/2008
The UK's largest earthquake in nearly 25 years hit during the early hours of this morning.
Italy most popular for cruise holidays - 27/02/2008
Italy is the preferred destination for people taking a cruise holiday according to a new report on the cruise industry.
QE2 leaves Sydney on final world cruise - 25/02/2008
The cruise ship QE2 has left Sydney for the last time on her farewell world cruise, but not before meeting sister cruise liner Queen Victoria.
Airline Ryanair offers 1 million seats for 1p - 25/02/2008
Low fares airline Ryanair is offering one million seats for just 1p including taxes and charges from Tuesday following the upgrading of its website.
IATA and Solar Impulse team up - 20/02/2008
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has become an Institutional Partner of Solar Impulse, the solar-powered aeroplane currently in development.
Airlines BA and Virgin pay flight refunds - 19/02/2008
British Airways and Virgin Atlantic will have to pay millions of pounds compensation to passengers after fixing prices for fuel surcharges.
Weddings at sea boost cruise holidays - 15/02/2008
There can be more to a cruise holiday than simply seeing the sights; Azamara Cruises and Celebrity Cruises are now offering couples the chance to get married at sea.
Brits love cruise holidays - 13/02/2008
More than two million Brits could be taking cruise holidays by 2012 according to a new report on the cruise market.
Passengers down at BAA UK airports - 13/02/2008
Passenger numbers at BAA’s seven UK airports were down 2% overall in January, but Gatwick and Edinburgh airport saw increases.
Low cost airlines least child friendly - 13/02/2008
Low fares airlines including Ryanair and easyJet have fared badly in Rough Guide’s survey of the most child friendly airlines.
Most romantic locations for Valentines - 11/02/2008
If you’re looking for a last minute flight from your local airport for Valentine’s Day, the top 10 places in Europe to propose have been revealed.
Airline Eos to launch Stansted Dubai flights - 11/02/2008
Business class only airline Eos Airlines will offer flights from Stansted to Dubai from July, competing with rival Silverjet.
Airports will handle more large planes - 11/02/2008
Aircraft manufacturer Airbus, maker of the double decker A380, says that more large planes will be needed to cope with the demand for air travel.
Airlines promote online booking with virtual assistant - 08/02/2008
Booking your flight online just got a whole lot more fun in the shape of Jenn, the new ‘virtual assistant’ at Alaska Airlines.
Missed flight connections cause stress - 08/02/2008
Airline industry consumer watchdog the Air Transport Users Council has published a report highlighting the travel stress caused by missing flight connections.
Clickair to start low cost Gatwick Bilbao flights - 07/02/2008
Spanish low cost airline clickair will be starting daily flights from Gatwick to Bilbao in Northern Spain from March.
New wonders of nature - 07/02/2008
Numerous lists of the seven wonders of the world have been compiled over the years and the non-profit New7Wonders Foundation has now launched an international campaign to select the new seven wonders of nature.
Low fares airline easyJet adds passengers - 07/02/2008
Passenger numbers at low cost airline easyJet grew by 12.4% to just over 9 million in the last quarter of 2007.
A380 makes first flight on alternative fuel - 07/02/2008
The new Airbus A380 superjumbo has made the first commercial flight using synthetic liquid fuel processed from gas.
Profits fall at low fares airline Ryanair - 04/02/2008
Europe’s largest low cost airline Ryanair has recorded profits down 27% for the third quarter to December, but plans to respond to economic uncertainty by slashing air fares.
Cruise holidays more popular despite US recession - 01/02/2008
Royal Caribbean Cruises has announced record net income for the fourth quarter of 2007, suggesting cruise holidays are still booming despite the economic situation in the US.
New flights to New York from London City airport - 01/02/2008
British Airways is launching new business flights from London City airport to New York using Airbus A318 aircraft.
More business flights from regional airports - 01/02/2008
Regional airline Eastern Airways is adding new flights from Aberdeen airport, Newcastle airport, and Southampton airport to destinations in the UK and abroad.
BA may be official airline of London Olympics - 30/01/2008
British Airways is expected to be announced as the official airline of the 2012 Olympics in London as it ends sponsorship of popular attraction the London Eye.
Jet2 offers 10,000 free flights - 30/01/2008
Leeds Bradford airport based low cost airline Jet2.com is offering the chance to win 10,000 free flights in a new competition to celebrate its fifth birthday.
A380 begins Heathrow flights on 18 March - 30/01/2008
Heathrow airport will welcome the Airbus A380 superjumbo for the first time on 18 March after the inaugural flight from Singapore.
Airline Flybe to award degrees - 28/01/2008
Low cost airline Flybe is one of only three companies in the UK which will be able to award their own qualifications.
Airlines in India and China boost Airbus - 28/01/2008
Airbus has reportedly received orders worth around £4.5 billion from China Airlines and Indian based airline Kingfisher Airlines.
Virgin prepares for space flights - 25/01/2008
If you’re looking for more excitement than flights from your local airport can offer, why not consider a flight into space on the new Virgin Galactic spaceship?
Air Europa ditches Airbus for Dreamliner - 23/01/2008
Spanish airline Air Europa has ordered eight Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners, and has switched its allegiance from Airbus to Boeing.
Low cost airline launches carbon offsetting - 23/01/2008
Low cost airline Atlas Blue is introducing a carbon offsetting programme so environmentally conscious passengers can pay to offset their emissions.
BA pilots strike would disrupt flights - 23/01/2008
British Airways pilots are expected to be balloted over strike action by their union BALPA, and any strike would be bound to cause severe disruption to BA flights.
Airlines want Heathrow flights - 21/01/2008
Airlines are starting to line up to buy bmi British Midland which holds 11% of the valuable take off and landing slots at Heathrow.
Boeing delays Dreamliner flights - 16/01/2008
Boeing will not begin test flights on its new Dreamliner airplane until as late as June, and airlines will not receive the plane until early 2009.
Best airlines and holiday providers revealed - 16/01/2008
The best airlines, best cruise holiday operators, best coach and rail operators and best airport, have been revealed at the Globe Travel Awards.
Flybe adds low cost flights - 14/01/2008
Flybe has signed a franchise agreement with Scottish regional airline Loganair that will see it introducing its low cost flights to the Highlands and Islands.
Airports and airlines face tough future - 14/01/2008
UK airports and airlines face an uncertain future thanks to longer queues at security, competition from rail travel, rising fuel prices and a slowdown in consumer spending.
Virgin Atlantic flies from Heathrow on biofuel - 14/01/2008
Virgin Atlantic will become the first airline to run a commercial plane on biofuel when it flies from Heathrow to Amsterdam in February.
Singapore Airlines accepts second Airbus A380 - 11/01/2008
A second Airbus A380 superjumbo, the largest commercial aircraft in the world, has been delivered to Singapore Airlines.
World’s fastest airport check in named - 11/01/2008
The fastest airport check in in the world, plus the world’s best city and best new hotel, have been named at the prestigious Wallpaper Awards.
UK airports handle more flights - 10/01/2008
BAA, operator of seven UK airports including Heathrow, Gatwick and Glasgow airport, handled more passengers over the busy Christmas holiday period than last year.
New flights to Innsbruck boost skiing holidays - 09/01/2008
easyJet has launched new flights from Liverpool John Lennon airport to Innsbruck boosting the burgeoning market for skiing holidays in the Alps.
Birmingham airport plans runway extension - 07/01/2008
The runway at Birmingham International Airport will be extended by 405 metres if the airport receives planning permission from Solihull Council.
Gatwick to allow two bags in "near future" - 07/01/2008
Gatwick airport will allow passengers to carry onboard more than one item of hand luggage early in 2008, but other major airports including Luton and East Midlands have yet to announce when the one bag rule will be lifted.
Holidays to Kenya cancelled - 04/01/2008
Holidays to Kenya have been cancelled by the Federation of Tour Operators until at least Monday although flights to Kenya are still operating.
22 UK airports allow more than one bag - 04/01/2008
There are now 22 airports in the UK which from 7 January will allow passengers to carry onboard more than one item of hand luggage, with Glasgow airport one of the latest to be added.
Vietnam Airlines orders Boeing Dreamliners - 04/01/2008
Boeing has won more orders for its new generation 787 Dreamliner airplane from Vietnam Airlines taking the total number of orders for the new plane to 802.
Heathrow charges attacked as bmi scraps flights - 04/01/2008
The MD of the second largest airline at Heathrow, bmi, has criticised airport charges as flights to Leeds Bradford airport and Inverness are scrapped.
Feeling sad? - 03/01/2008
Want to get away? At this time of year most people get the post-Christmas blues, but for some winter depression is a more serious matter.
New airports encourage holidays to Oman - 02/01/2008
Six new airports are being built in the Gulf state of Oman, which is tipped as one of the holiday hotspots for 2008.
Airlines implement cabin baggage rules - 02/01/2008
Passengers at UK airports including Heathrow and Manchester will be able to carry onboard more than one item of hand luggage from 7 January, but airlines are introducing their own rules.
Holidays to Kenya going ahead despite unrest - 02/01/2008
Flights to Kenya are being operated as normal by British Airways and Virgin Atlantic despite the unrest in the popular beach and safari holiday destination.
easyJet puts 1 million holidays on sale - 02/01/2008
easyJet Holidays has launched a New Year sale with one million city break and sunshine holidays on sale for less than £199.
Airport strikes off – for now - 01/01/2008
UK airports including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and Glasgow will operate as normal on 7 January as thousands of passengers return to the UK from holiday destinations overseas.
Airport strikes may be called off - 31/12/2007
Strikes at UK airports operated by BAA that would cause widespread travel disruption could be called off following fresh talks today.
Virgin strikes on as Branson suggests quitting - 31/12/2007
Strikes by Virgin Atlantic cabin crew will go ahead in January as Sir Richard Branson suggests they work elsewhere if they want more pay.
Hand luggage restrictions lifted at some UK airports - 31/12/2007
Passengers will be able to carry onboard more than one item of cabin baggage at some UK airports from 7 January, but there is still widespread confusion.
Air Berlin launches long-haul flights in 2008 - 28/12/2007
Air Berlin, the third largest low-cost airline in Europe, is introducing long-haul flights to Shanghai and Beijing in China next May.
VLM cooperates with CityJet at London City Airport - 28/12/2007
Air France-KLM has bought VLM Airlines, the biggest carrier at London City Airport, giving it access to more business routes from London.
British Airways buys Boeing Dreamliners - 28/12/2007
BA is buying 24 Boeing 787 Dreamliners as it renews its long-haul fleet, and has options for a further 18 of the new planes.
Airlines offer flights to Maxjet customers - 28/12/2007
Airlines including Silverjet and US Airways are offering flights to Maxjet passengers stranded by the company going bankrupt.
Strikes at UK airports to go ahead - 28/12/2007
Strikes at Gatwick, Heathrow, Stansted and other BAA airports are set to go ahead in January after talks to avert them broke down.
Airmiles aims to be miles better - 24/12/2007
Travel rewards scheme Airmiles is introducing all-inclusive fares on flights with British Airways and other scheduled airlines.
Business class airline Maxjet goes bankrupt - 24/12/2007
All-business class long-haul airline Maxjet, which operated flights between Stansted airport and New York JFK, Los Angeles and Las Vegas, has gone bankrupt.
Travel disruption at UK airports - 24/12/2007
Heavy fog at UK airports over the weekend has had a knock-on affect on flights on Christmas Eve, with a number of flight delays and cancellations.
January strikes at UK airports - 21/12/2007
There will be two 24 hour strikes and one 48 hour strike in January at the seven UK airports run by BAA, including Gatwick, Heathrow, Stansted, Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Record numbers go abroad for Christmas holiday - 21/12/2007
Around 3.5 million people will head abroad for the Christmas and New Year holiday to take a winter sunshine break or skiing holiday says travel industry body, ABTA.
Virgin cabin crew strike in January - 21/12/2007
Virgin Atlantic cabin crew will take strike action in January over a pay dispute leading to flight cancellations to New York, Chicago, Boston and Nairobi.
Zoom starts low fare flights to Florida and California - 19/12/2007
Zoom Airlines is launching low cost flights across the Atlantic from Gatwick to Fort Lauderdale in Florida and San Diego in California from next summer.
New flights launched by Ryanair - 19/12/2007
Ryanair is launching new routes from seven UK airports to popular destinations in Europe including Alicante, Malaga and Faro.
Cabin baggage chaos predicted - 17/12/2007
There could be chaos from 7 January when the Department for Transport has said that more than one item of hand luggage will be allowed onboard aircraft.
Virgin opens new terminal at Heathrow - 14/12/2007
The Spice Girls and Sir Richard Branson have opened Virgin's new terminal at Heathrow, dubbed Terminal 6 by the airline.
More low cost flights in Europe - 14/12/2007
Low cost airlines in Europe have operated 1.4 million flights in 2007, a staggering 26.7% increase on 2006.
Christmas flights from easyJet - 14/12/2007
easyJet says it will carry over one million passengers as people fly away for the Christmas holidays.
Spice one wins - 13/12/2007
A Virgin Atlantic Boeing 747 was christened "Spice One" today, after over 33,000 fans worldwide entered a competition.
Last minute Christmas markets - 13/12/2007
Christmas shopping is much less stressful with a glass of mulled wine in your hand.
East Midlands airport gets busier - 12/12/2007
East Midlands airport continues to grow at a phenomenal rate, as 15.4% more passengers used the regional airport in November.
Heathrow link to Shannon cancelled - 12/12/2007
To make room for a new connection between Heathrow and Belfast, Aer Lingus will stop offering flights from Shannon to the London hub.
World's biggest cruise ship takes shape - 12/12/2007
The largest cruise liner ever to be built is now under construction for Royal Caribbean International in Finland.
Heathrow Airport Expansion - 12/12/2007
More than 100 million passengers could be using Heathrow airport within just over 10 years if current plans come to fruition.
Airbus A380 Emirates order - 12/12/2007
Emirates Airlines has ordered 50 Airbus A350-900s and 20 A350-1000s, with an option on another 50 A350-900s, at the Dubai Airshow.
UK airport passengers increase - 12/12/2007
Passenger numbers at BAA's UK airports were up slightly, by 1.5%, to 10.8 million in November, although Stansted fell by 6.3%.
More Brits holiday in Sri Lanka - 12/12/2007
More Brits are taking holidays in Sri Lanka this year as the country continues to recover from the effects of the tsunami.
Northwest starts Heathrow to US flights - 12/12/2007
Northwest Airlines and joint venture partner KLM are starting daily nonstop services from Heathrow to Detroit, Minneapolis/St Paul and Seattle next spring.
Tourism 'can help end poverty' - 11/12/2007
Tourism has a vital role to play in increase the wealth of developing countries, but it must do so in a sustainable way, the UN has warned.
New planes for Eos Airlines - 11/12/2007
An airline which offers an "uncrowded" travel experience for transatlantic holiday makers has revealed that it expanding its fleet of aircrafts as it prepared to increase the number of flights it offers.
SAS commits to green flights - 10/12/2007
Scandinavian Airlines has become the first commercial airline to fly across the Atlantic using a green approach designed to save fuel and CO2 emissions.
Holidays to Jamaica more popular - 10/12/2007
UK visitors to the popular Caribbean holiday destination of Jamaica increased by 9.3% between January and August to just over 125,000.
Wild West for City Slickers - 10/12/2007
Travellers looking for fantastic scenery, adventure and a refreshingly different holiday in 2008 could consider a ranch holiday in North America
First Gatwick to Oman flights - 10/12/2007
Oman Air is launching the first direct flights between London Gatwick and the increasingly popular holiday destination of Oman.
Cunard launches new cruise ship - 10/12/2007
Cunard's new cruise ship Queen Victoria is being officially named by Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall in Southampton today.
easyJet launches new flights for 2008 - 07/12/2007
New summer sun flights have been announced by easyJet, including flights to Faro, Nice and Sardinia.
Air France KLM favourite to buy Alitalia - 07/12/2007
Airlines and financial consortia are bidding to buy ailing Italian airline Alitalia, with Air France KLM the early favourite.
EasyJet confirms 6 new routes - 07/12/2007
EasyJet has announced six new routes that will be added to its network next year.
Singapore offers service for young travellers - 07/12/2007
Singapore Airlines is to introduce a new range of options to keep children entertained on flights.
Continental 'top for US travel' - 07/12/2007
A new survey has concluded that Continental Airlines is the best US carrier for North American travel.
Santa in Lapland - 06/12/2007
Santa is welcoming visitors to Lapland after the Christmas season was officially opened in Rovaniemi on 24 November 2007.
Heathrow Express this Christmas - 06/12/2007
This Christmas and New year holiday the Heathrow Express service will be affected by essential engineering works
N Korea opens up to tourists - 06/12/2007
North Korea has opened a city near its border to allow visits from tourists.
Kangaroo Route turns 60 - 06/12/2007
Qantas recently celebrated the 60th anniversary of its flights between Australia and the UK.
Emirates welcomed to Houston - 06/12/2007
Emirates has completed its inaugural flight between Dubai and the city of Houston, Texas.
Bmi to launch Heathrow-Tel Aviv - 06/12/2007
Bmi has announced that it will begin flights from Heathrow to Tel Aviv next year.
Low-cost airlines grab charter passengers - 05/12/2007
Low-cost carriers have taken passengers from established charter airlines it has been claimed at the Future of Air Transport Conference.
BA says short haul routes disappointing - 05/12/2007
British Airways has admitted that premium short haul routes are not performing well as it releases its passenger figures for November.
bmi increases Manchester to Barbados flights - 05/12/2007
bmi is now flying direct from Manchester to Barbados three times a week, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Passenger numbers up 7% in October - 05/12/2007
The International Air Transport Association has released figures showing growth of seven per cent in passenger numbers in October.
Lufthansa, TAM confirm cooperation - 05/12/2007
Air services between Germany and Brazil are set for a boost as a result of an agreement between Lufthansa and TAM.
Joint initiative 'to boost Iberian tourism' - 05/12/2007
A new initiative to jointly promote Spain and Portugal is expected to have a positive effect on the region's tourism industry.
Plans for Heathrow-Paris rail link - 04/12/2007
An engineering firm is drawing up provisional plans for a high-speed rail link between Heathrow airport and Paris.
Delta inaugurates Nigeria services - 04/12/2007
Delta Air Lines has launched its first flights between the US and Nigeria.
New Zealand 'top spot for Brits' - 04/12/2007
The results of the Telegraph Travel Awards are in, and show that New Zealand is Britons' favourite international destination.
Unconventional hotels 'attracting visitors' - 04/12/2007
Hotels are becoming more unusual to attract travellers looking for something different, according to reports.
Bmi regional to fly Nottingham-Cologne - 04/12/2007
Bmi regional is to commence services from Nottingham East Midlands airport to Cologne in Germany next year.
Wizz Air to launch from Warsaw to Sheffield - 04/12/2007
Polish airline Wizz Air has confirmed a new service to link Warsaw to Sheffield.
British Airways forecasts profit - 03/12/2007
Following a record first half year British Airways is on target to meet its full year profit target and pay a dividend for the first time since 2001.
Leeds/Bradford gets Sardinia flights - 03/12/2007
Leeds/Bradford airport will offer flights to Sardinia from next spring thanks to jet2.com.
Kangaroo route celebrates 60 years - 03/12/2007
Qantas is celebrating 60 years of flights from Australia to the UK on the Kangaroo route.
Edinburgh airport - hotels needed | New requirements in the near future - 03/12/2007
Edinburgh airport will need 1500 new hotel rooms by 2013 says a new report being submitted to planners on Thursday.
Continental enables offsetting - 03/12/2007
Continental Airlines has announced the launch of a carbon offset programme for its customers.
AA wins first class award - 03/12/2007
American Airlines has won the Global Traveller magazine award for North America's best domestic first class carrier.
Christmas shopping in Austria - 30/11/2007
Christmas shoppers in Innsbruck, Austria can now go direct from the shops to the mountain tops thanks to the opening of a new funicular and cable car system.
Go camping in Florida - 30/11/2007
Camping holiday specialist Keycamp is offering camping holidays in Florida for the first time next year, as well as holidays in treehouses.
More flights from East Midlands airport - 30/11/2007
East Midlands airport is having a record year, with passenger numbers to October up 14.4% on last year.
Cruise holidays set for growth - 30/11/2007
The number of people taking cruise holidays from the UK is set to grow by more than 60% from 1.35 million this year to more than two million by 2012.