Ryanair is ramping up its presence for 2023 at Belfast International Airport, with new plans for the season ahead. The airline has confirmed it plans to operate 4 additional routes for Summer’23, as part of its return to the airport. The return to Belfast International will consist of 16 total routes, with the four new routes being Budapest, Cardiff, Mallorca, and … [Read more...]

Whilst Finnair has suffered since certain airspaces have been closed to them, the airline is making a major play for Summer 2023, with flights added for the season to Asia. Finnair Airbus A350-900 approaching its gate at London Heathrow - Image, Economy Class and Beyond Let us break down the details: Helsinki to Osaka - Resumes with three weekly flights from 26th … [Read more...]

It seems that international train operator Eurostar is going to be hit by UK Rail strikes, as it adjusts services, as well as out-right cancelling services for a day. The train operator is running a revised service on the 23 and 24 December, with several trains outright cancelled. These include: Friday 23 December: London to Paris Train number 9050 - departure London … [Read more...]

Time for another snapshot - looking at the hotel experience of the Crowne Plaza in Geneva. In case you’ve forgotten how we do travel write-ups on Economy Class and Beyond, I have two major travel writing styles: Trip Reports – These are full deep-dive reports taking you into the experience and the small things… as well as the big things! … [Read more...]

It seems United Airlines is making a major move in its fleet renewal, with the airline choosing to order a lot of aircraft. Let us dive in, as there's a lot to unpack. A hint of what's been ordered - Image, The Boeing Company. United Airlines will be adding 100 Boeing 787 Dreamliners to its fleet, with the option to purchase 100 more. The deal is the … [Read more...]

If you're planning to travel by rail in the UK, you might want to rethink your plans, as strike action has been called. There are not going to be that many trains over the next few days... This time, it's the RMT Union who has called their members out on strike. The strike will run between Tuesday 13 and Wednesday 14 December 2022, with a lot more action to come as we … [Read more...]

It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have a SWISS International Air Lines Airbus A330-300 landing at Geneva Airport, as it completes a long-haul journey from New York. SWISS operates a fleet of 14 Airbus A330-300 aircraft in its fleet. The airline also operates the Airbus A340-300 and Boeing 777-300ER for its long-haul … [Read more...]

For those who live in the UK and are suffering the squeeze thanks to various factors, striking is always the last option. It seems that the Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS) - which represents the UK Border staff has chosen industrial action over the festive period. Don't expect things to be this calm if PCS Union staff walk. According to the PCS … [Read more...]

Gatwick Airport is gaining a significant boost in connectivity, as Emirates operates an Airbus A380 three times daily. Emirates Airbus A380 taking off - Image, Economy Class and Beyond. The third daily A380 flight comes as the world heads into the festive season rush period, where people are seeking to be with their loved ones. The additional frequency will offer … [Read more...]

It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art.  This week, we have a KLM Cityhopper Embraer E195-E2 at Hamburg Airport, as it is turned around for the return trip back to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.  KLM Cityhopper is the regional arm of KLM, operating services to the UK and Europe from its Amsterdam Schiphol hub. The airline has 11 aircraft in its … [Read more...]