Travel Blog Archive, May 2011

New Hawaiian Hotel to Offer Much Needed Accommodation

New Monarch Flights Available to Corfu and Bodrum

Abu Dhabi Set for Popular Summer

Flights with Jet2 Introduce Children's Entertainment

Holiday Club Resort Acquisition To Boost Flight Demand

Second Virgin Flight to Orlando Takes Off

Beach Cities Set to Enjoy Popular Summer

Customers Taking Manchester Flights For Loyalty Scheme

Mexico Enjoying Boost in British Tourism

New Southampton Flights to Dijon

Floridian Beaches Remain Popular

New Flights to Orlando and Cancun

New Hotels To Improve African Accommodation

Extra Flight to Sydney Added by Emirates

New First Class Kits Provided by Etihad

Airline Reveals Spain's Popularity for Families on Budgets

New Flights with Iberia for Rabat

Top Holiday Destinations Highlighted by Glasgow Airport

New Zealand Air Flights Praised for Cuddle Class

Air New Zealand's 'cuddle class' option has been given Conde Nast's top award for innovation and design. The design gives couples the option to buy a third seat that can convert into a bed for extra comfort.

Top Destinations for Green Holiday Getaways

Taking a holiday with a difference can be advantageous for body and mind. Some of the top destinations for those wanting to give something back to the planet have just been announced.

Hotels.com Expands into Vietnam and Indonesia

Hotels.com are now offering Hotels in Vietnam and Indonesia. Hanoi, Nha Trang and Jakarta are a few places seeing huge growth within the tourism trade. With Hotels.com now offering accommodation in advance or last minute, these two countries are always well worth a visit.

Kuala Lumpur to Offer Improved Business Check-in

Travelling with Malaysia Airlines out of Kuala Lumpur will become easier and more luxurious for those who are travelling first class or business. The new check in lounge offers the best in luxury and comfort. With new technology installed and flight menu options, Malaysia Airlines are winners when it comes to luxury.

Majority of British Travellers Visit Just Four Nations

It has been revealed that destinations in Turkey, Greece, the US and Spain remain the holiday choice for the majority of British travellers. With individuals wanting a successful getaway, travel to familiar locations is vital and whilst many dream of visiting places such as Brazil, the top four nations remain the main attractions.

New Amsterdam Flights with Flybe

Low cost airline Flybe is to start new flights between Amsterdam and Inverness starting in September. Offering seven flights per week for summer months and six flights in the winter months, the service will provide travellers with the ideal flights for holidaying in Amsterdam and connecting to the Schiphol Airport international hub.

British Airways Offers More Flights to Spain from London City

British Airways is to start a new route and increase services to a number of Spanish locations from London City. From June 8th a new service to Malaga will commence, offering quick and easy travel away from London. In addition, increased services for the summer will be introduced to both Ibiza and Palma.

2011's Top New Hotels Revealed

Travel and Leisure magazine have revealed the world's top hotels, offering guidance for travellers on where to stay. Whether a beach holiday or city break is required a great range of hotels have been included. And with Shanghai, Paris and Las Vegas all having top hotels, travellers will be able to find the best accommodation for their needs.

Honeymooning Couples Opt for Beach Retreats

It has been revealed that the majority of British couples want to spend their honeymoons in secluded beach locations. With newlyweds wanting to enjoy their most romantic times by themselves, popular destinations in the Caribbean and Sri Lanka are often chosen for this most special of holidays. The sand, sea and sun found on these holiday destinations mean that couples can enjoy the most relaxed holiday of their lives.

New Destinations Revealed for bmibaby Flights

Low cost airline bmibaby are to start several new routes from East Midlands and Birmingham Airports for the summer 2012 season. Including Murcia, Corfu, Cologne, Lisbon, Barcelona and Prague the new services include both summer only and permanent routes, offering travellers a host of new travel options to choose from.

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Best Beaches in Zante Revealed

Zante is one of Greece's most popular islands and located near to Corfu, is very accessible for British travellers. For tourists wanting to enjoy beach retreats there are more than enough stretches of coastline to fulfil all their varied requirements. And now some of Zante's best beaches have been revealed, offering tourists advice on the best places to go.

Icelandair Makes Inaugural Washington Flight

Icelandair's newest route to America has made its maiden voyage, making a new connection between Reykjavik and Washington. The four times weekly service will offer British travellers great connection opportunities to the States. And with the seasonal service being extended from September to January 2012, both business and leisure travellers will benefit for the new travel options.

Lufthansa Rolls Out A380 to Singapore

Lufthansa has revealed that it has added Singapore as its latest destination to receive the next generation Airbus A380 aircraft. Offering top quality and a range of new features to provide premium passengers with a luxurious journey, the new aircraft is the airline's seventh after the existing services to Miami, Johannesburg and San Francisco.

Montenegro A Top Destination

Being one of the world's newest countries, Montenegro is still writing its history and similarly it is expected to burst onto the tourist map over the coming years. Montenegro already has a fantastic array of attractions meaning that for tourists wanting something new and interesting, the country offers the perfect Mediterranean alternative.

Flights with Singapore Airlines Include Exclusive Upper Deck Business Class

Following previous rumours, Singapore Airlines has now confirmed that the top deck of their Airbus A380 will be exclusively reserved for Business Class passengers. This will ensure that premium passengers fly in the height of luxury in one of four sub cabins which will provide 86 top quality seats on each long haul flight.

Golf Enthusiasts Head to Turkey

With Turkey becoming increasingly popular as a tourist destination, British holidaymakers are flocking to the region. For golf enthusiasts it is particularly attractive as Antalya boasts the Belek Golf Village, which is arguably one of the best golf facilities in Europe. And with many competitive flights available it is also cheap and easy to get to.

Delta Passengers to Enjoy New Gatwick Lounge

No.1 Traveller and Delta have signed a deal to allow passengers to make use of Gatwick Airport's new 'super lounge'. Offering a huge range of services including a business centre, spa, mini cinema and complimentary food, the North Terminal lounge will make flying with Delta more attractive than ever.

Spas Remain Top Holiday Retreat

One of the best ways to relax when going on holiday is to make use of some of the world's top spas. Such facilities allow travellers to unwind and relax whilst pampering themselves and enjoying a little bit of well-deserved luxury. There are several attractive locations across the globe which provide the very best treatments.

Southampton Flights with Flybe Take to the Air

Flybe's three new flights from Southampton to France have made their inaugural flights. Offering those in the region great new travel choices for the summer season, the services to Pau, Beziers and Clermont-Ferrand will run until 10th September. All of which means that for those wanting quick and competitive travel, flying with Flybe to these French destinations is ideal.

Travel Industry Reveals Best Beaches

With the summer holidays only just around the corner, thousands of British holidaymakers will be looking forward to their getaways. The travel industry has highlighted several top beach locations for individuals to enjoy and with destinations including Rio de Janeiro, Sydney and Miami on the list, there is something for everyone.

Etihad to Provide Five Star Cuisine

A five star fine dining experience is coming to Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates. Starting from October, First Class passengers will be able to enjoy custom meals which are tailored to their personal preferences and tastes. This service for premium travellers is likely to prove a very attractive addition.

Seychelles Is a Must-do Adventure

If paradise is the requested location for tourists this summer then heading to the Seychelles is ideal. With over 100 different islands to explore there is more than enough to keep visitors happy and by indulging in a little island hopping explorers can have the holiday of a lifetime.