I admit it. I avoid Low Cost Carriers like the plague normally (but then, what airline doesn't play the low cost carrier game these days by offering optional "extras" and creature comforts these days), but there are times when you have to bite the bullet and say "what the heck". I need to get to Dublin in early January for a reason that will come clear (If you were at FTU … [Read more...]
Air Passenger Duty to be axed for younger passengers
Earlier this week, The Right Honourable George Osborne, Chancellor the Exchequer made his autumn statement to House of Parliament. The Famous Budget Red Box - Image HM Government - www.gov.uk Buried in the announcements he made, there was an important detail for those of you who have children and enjoy taking them on your travels. From 1st May 2015, children under 12 years … [Read more...]
Air Canada focuses on getting people home for Christmas*
It seems airlines continue to find different ways to pull at emotional heart-strings. Air Canada is trying a very different idea for Christmas holidays... ... by going to an ex-pat public house, and offering to buy a round - just not the sort of round you'd expect at a pub.... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5YvVB1FJrs It's a great gesture by Air Canada - like all … [Read more...]
Oneworld boosts Emerald and Sapphire luggage benefits
It seems the oneworld airline alliance has boosted some of its benefits for those of us who check luggage in when flying around the world. oneworld's tiers are : Base Ruby (lowest elite tier) Sapphire (the mid-tier) Emerald (the top tier) Today's changes are for Emeralds and Sapphires. Emeralds will now get Priority Luggage handling on any cabin on all … [Read more...]
Cabin safety? The crew of LH953 have heard of it.
Good morning from Frankfurt Airport.. Where I'm rather concerned about a major carrier today after the performance they put in. That carrier's in question: Lufthansa. We've all done boarding producers in the past - get on the plane, stow luggage, find seat, and sit in safety for the next few hours. And this is what I was expecting aboard LH953 from Birmingham to … [Read more...]
UK24: A Visualisation of UK Air Traffic
When flying into the UK and flying into one of the major hubs (such as Heathrow, Gatwick or Manchester), it's not unusual to be put into a stack or seemingly go around the houses until you reach your destination. NATS have released previous visualisations of the traffic that flies into and above the UK - and have provided a tour of the United Kingdom - and what goes on during … [Read more...]
Hotel backs down from £100 charge for a negative review
The Broadway Hotel in Blackpool whipped up a storm with it charging £100 if people placed negative reviews on TripAdvisor. Well it seems the hotel has had a change of heart according to the BBC, who will refund the £100 charge. The hotel said in a statement: "We exercised this policy with Mr and Mrs Jenkinson as we felt extremely upset by their actions and insulting … [Read more...]
Couple fined £100 for leaving a bad review on TripAdvisor
TripAdvisor is a nice resource for those who want some views on a property, location or general travel content. Although it seems that a British couple got stung for leaving a negative review at The Broadway Hotel, Blackpool. The £100 "fine" was levied at the hotel for leaving negative comments on TripAdvisor - although the hotel could be rolling in it with the negative … [Read more...]
Etihad 49% purchase of Alitalia cleared
Etihad's 49% purchase of Alitalia was cleared by the European Commission on Friday. Etihad Boeing 777 - Image, Economy Class and Beyond Alitalia Airbus A321 - Image Image, Economy Class and Beyond The European Commissions rubber stamp is the final hurdle to the purchase that was announced in August, in which Etihad is to pump €387.5 million into the airline. For Eithad, … [Read more...]
When you HAVE to call the airline
A lot of us who do mistake fares are taught one simple rule... and it's DON'T CALL THE AIRLINE But what about fares that aren't mistake fares? The British Airways Premium fare sale came to a close today, and I've been mulling over the fare a few days - least of all to retain BA Gold, but also to try out a new destination. Thankfully, when one is hunting for British Airways … [Read more...]
