With the upcoming Winter 2025/26 season on the way, Spanish carrier Iberia has set out its store. Let's take a look at what's on offer. The airline is offering new routes, increased frequencies to destinations in Latin America, North America and Europe, and the return of seasonal winter routes. Americas New Routes Iberia is planning to launch three new long-haul … [Read more...]

Air Côte d’Ivoire, the national flag carrier of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, has taken delivery of its first of two Airbus A330-900 aircraft. The A330-900neo is the first widebody aircraft in Air Côte d’Ivoire’s fleet and is configured in a four-class cabin layout with four seats in First, 44 in Business, 21 in Premium Economy and 173 in Economy class. Yes, the twist is … [Read more...]

It seems that Austrian Airlines is trying new ways to deploy its fleet, with it planning to send an Airbus A320neo to Dubai, whilst offering discounted seating. So what's the catch? Let's dive in. Between December 2025 through March 2026, Austrian Airlines will test a new product: the “Dubai Deal.” The service will operate five times a week with the A320neo fleet, … [Read more...]

Rail fares in the United Kingdom can be confusing, to put it politely. Well, Scotrail (the national operator of Scotland) has made things a little simpler by abandoning Peak-Time Rail fares. ScotRail Class 385 - Image, ScotRail The move took effect on Monday, 1st September, with the Scottish Government-backed operator scrapping Peak-Time fares for those who travel on … [Read more...]

As we near the end of the summer holidays, companies still want you in the air. Virgin Atlantic is one of them, kicking off their September Sale. As usual, the airline has offerings for both Virgin Atlantic and Virgin Atlantic Holidays.  This promotion is running between 21st August and 30th September 2025 for travel up to 30th June 2026. For those looking for … [Read more...]

After some delay, Air India is all set to commence its refit programme for its Boeing 787-8 aircraft. VT-ANT at an Air India hangar in Mumbai before departure to Victorville - Image, Air India Air India has commenced the widebody retrofit programme for its legacy Boeing 787-8 aircraft, with the first of 26 aircraft (VT-ANT) having flown to a Boeing facility in … [Read more...]

Lufthansa is off to the Middle East, this time connecting Munich with Riyadh. The resumed service will restart on the 26th October 2025. The planned operations for this route are: LH640 DEPART MUC 21:45 ARRIVE RUH 04:50+1 LH641 DEPART RUH 06:25 ARRIVE MUC 10:25 Commences: 26th October 2025 Operates: Three times weekly from Munch Booked Equipment: Airbus … [Read more...]

Sometimes in the air, a special livery can brighten a day a lot when travelling.  Sadly, it seems ANA (All Nippon Airways) is nearing the end of its relationship with Star Wars, as the Boeing 777-300ER painted to resemble the best of all droids - R2-D2 - is set for its final flight. R2-D2 will have its final set of flights, operating on 6th August. It will operate as … [Read more...]

Next week, Black Sabbath will perform for the final time in Birmingham in their farewell gig at Villa Park. But you're going to need to get around, least of all, if you have tickets to the Back To The Beginning Gig. Black Sabbath Bridge and Bench, Broad Street, Birmingham Villa Park/Villa Ground? Villa Park or The Villa Ground is home to Aston Villa Football Club … [Read more...]

Emirates and Uber have signed a strategic partnership to explore ways to make journeys more seamless and rewarding for travellers. Through this partnership, Emirates and Uber will work together to introduce several initiatives that offer travellers more seamless and effortless journeys. Developments include an integrated booking experience that combines Uber Rides … [Read more...]