UK Travel News

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Two in five Irish travellers go unprotected
A large number of Irish travellers are taking international vacations without the proper travel insurance which, during ski season, means that many people are at risk for running up large, unnecessary bills for emergency treatment abroad.
07/04/2008

One in three neglect insurance
A recent study conducted by Nationwide has revealed that an alarming number of today’s travelers are going abroad without the protection provided by travel insurance.
01/04/2008

Norwich Union sets precedent with pay-out
One of the largest insurance companies in the UK recently announced that it will be returning a large share of its profits from the last two months to its policy holders.
27/03/2008

Insurers treat cancer survivors unfairly says survey
For most people, vacations are a way to leave the stress of every day living behind for a while and this is never truer than in the case of a cancer survivor. Unfortunately, for those who were once affected by cancer, finding travel insurance can be extremely stressful all on its own.
27/03/2008

Insurance holder left disabled with no compensation
A 36-year-old British woman from Stockport was left disabled after a holiday trip went horribly wrong. Linzi Higgins holds travel insurance, she has been unable to get compensation for the accident which injured her so badly. 27/03/2008

Pet insurance covers travelling pets
The Post Office has added to the range of financial services it provides and will now be offering customers comprehensive pet insurance.
21/02/2008

Last year's seriously strange insurance claims
Although some might consider the job of processing insurance claims to be tedious, the list of crazy claims recently released by AA Insurance indicates those filing might have a good source of entertainment after all.
15/02/2008

Britons prioritising insurance
Research recently conducted by Prudential indicates that many Britons consider insurance to be a priority, even in times of financial difficulty.
13/02/2008

Britons confused about insurance coverage
A recent survey conducted by MoneyExpert.com reveals that many people don’t know exactly what their insurance policy covers.
13/02/2008

Delays for passengers after Heathrow crash
British airways has cancelled flights in order to cope with the problematic landing today. Amongst the passengers caught up in the delays and cancellation: Gordon Brown.
18/01/2008

Tougher US rules for European travellers
18/01/2008

Bypassing holiday packages and travel agents
DIY holidays are how consumers choose to buy travel products. Using the internet and budget airlines to create a low-cost holiday on their own.
15/01/2008

Study shows savvy travel consumers
A recent study revealed that 20 million travel customers use search engines.
14/01/2008

More flight choices for Scots
An airline franchise is to make travelling between Scotland and the rest of Europe easier. Loganair and flybe signed an agreement.
14/01/2008

Indonesian airline whipped into shape
Air Travel Association (IATA) will encourage the European Union to lift its travel ban against Indonesian carriers flying to Europe.
14/01/2008

Schengen zone expands
Schengen, the passport free zone is expanding, adding nine other countries to its list.
12/01/2008

Two year decline in passenger numbers
The Civil Aviation Authority reveals that airline passenger growth numbers are declining in the UK, faced with the renewed popularity of rail travel.
12/01/2008

Wet weather changes travel plans
First Great Western says that floods caused delayed services between London and South Wales.
11/01/2008

Rail service enjoys renewed popularity
Rail travel is growing faster than air travel. Civil Aviation Authority warns of the changes.
11/01/2008

Passport cards for U.S. citizens travelling by land or sea
Rail travel is growing, stepping over even air travel. UK air travel market has fallen behind Europe.
11/01/2008

Holidays begin with a search engine
Internet search engines are the source of travel resources, a research found that 20 million customers have gone online in the first quarter of 2007.
10/01/2008

Government seeks to extend discount airfare plan
Governments are working to extend Air Discount Scheme for those living in the Scottish Highlands and Islands.
09/01/2008

Kenya package holiday ban remains in place
Tourists already in Kenya are told to exercise extreme caution when travelling around the country and to stay indoors if possible.
07/01/2008

Religious travel on the rise
The spiritual theme is worth little less than $20 billion according to some estimates; Israel was the top choice for religious trips, along with Italy and England.
06/01/2008

Travel news round-up
Due to the disputes in Kenya the Foreign Office has issued warnings against travelling to certain areas in the country.
06/01/2008

Calls for Heathrow's third runway grow stronger
A third runway is to be planned at Heathrow with the backing of the UK trade unions and businesses.
02/1/2008

Exotic travels spurred by blockbusters
Film tourism has been made popular by experts in the past; films are a great form of advertising for places that don't otherwise get publicity.
28/12/2007

Holiday plans disrupted by thick fog
Air passengers affected by the almost 140 cancelled departures from London airports received re-scheduled tickets or refunds, according to airlines.
24/12/2007

High and low points of this year in travel
Writers at The Sunday Times described their best and worst travel experiences of the past year.
23/12/2007

Thousands of would-be travellers stranded by company collapse
Thousands of families who have booked their Christmas holidays though Travelscope remain stranded at home after travel company collapses.
22/12/2007

Holiday travel tainted by looming strikes
Strike action to be taken by Virgin's members of staff between January 9-10 and January 16-17.
20/12/2007

Vamped up efforts to push UK tourism
The Enjoy England tourist board is joining tour operators, ABTA and hotel owners to give UK tourism a new boost.
20/12/2007

More room to stretch out on long-haul flights
Thomas Cook announced that legroom on long-haul economy flights would be extended by three inches next year, heeding a recommendation from the House of Lords.
19/12/2007

Possibility of strike looms over holiday travel
UK airport staff may go on strike during one of the busiest vacation times of the year over a dispute regarding pensions.
17/12/2007

Prepare for early flights at the airport hotel
You need to leave your hotel by noon but your flight is in the late evening, where do you leave your luggage? And is it safe?
17/12/2007

Foreign ownership no threat
Concerns about the increased participation of foreign firms in key companies, known examples of our times is the recent purchase of the British Airport Authority by a Spanish group, Ferrovial.
12/12/2007

Britain's tourist industry needs better transport
The UK transportation system needs improvement to better serve local people, help the environment and bring in tourists.
08/12/2007

Bath's 2008 tourist campaign focuses on change
Bath Tourism Plus has just launched a new campaign to entice tourists to the area for 2008.
06/12/2007

2008 a tough time to be a travel agent
Big changes in the travel agents industry should be seen, or travel agents as we know them today may be extinct.
06/12/2007

TUI boss encourages creativity in travel agents
Travel agencies must became more innovative and diversify their products and services in order to stay viable in the future.
06/12/2007

UK visas just got more expensive for Kiwis
Visas required to enter the UK by New Zealanders have risen in price due to the new security restrictions.
05/12/2007

Domestic market suffers, outbound tourism grows
Package tours are becoming less popular according to a report by the travel agents and overseas tour operators market report 2007.
04/12/2007

Contacting airlines has never been harder
Buying online maybe quick and efficient for some, but are we ready to stop interacting with a real person when complaining?
03/12/2007

Travel chiefs defend package holiday appeal
Will the package holiday survive the competition of DIY holidays and budget airlines? Peter Long defends the much loved package deals.
03/12/2007

Solo adventures just got better
Lone travellers are finally able to enjoy a lone travel package to suit those travelling without a travel companion.
02/12/2007

Stella buys Global Travel Group
Stella travel Services recently purchase of the Global Travel Group, becoming the largest independent network of travel agents within the country.
28/11/2007

Responsibletravel.com increases online presence
A directory with ethical options is planning to expand in the online world.
28/11/2007

Live abroad, learn abroad
Why laze around the beach when you can learn something while on holiday?
25/11/2007

Britons the world's travel trendsetters
Britons are the world's trend setters reports the World Travel market. British travellers are more capable than most at finding new products.
12/11/2007

Travel agents: the ID card issuers of the future?
The IPS chief executive has recently suggested that travel agents and Post Offices help the government to recruit and enrol people in the plan to make biometric passports/ID cards a thing of the norm.
10/11/2007

Competition awards family holiday planning mums
A mother knows best; when it comes to planning a family holiday. Sun Travel is now awarding the best holidays planned by mums.
10/11/2007

2008 a year for stable growth in tourism
Growth for the travel market in 2008. GfK predicted that British travel market would continue to grow at the comparable rate seen in the industry this year.
09/11/2007

British Muslims in danger from conmen
British Muslims should be warned of conmen posing as travel agents, this warning comes as arrangements to participate in this year's Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca will be soon start ahead of next month.
08/11/2007

First-time cruisers wanted
Travel agent's new target: exploring the cruise market. An information pack will soon be made available to help Travel agents on persuading travellers book a cruise for a change.
07/11/2007

The Queen opens St Pancras International
St Pancras International train station opened for business this week, the station will be the new home for Eurostar.
07/11/2007

New bypass makes driving to Dublin easy
Driving to Dublin will soon be easy. A new bypass has been unveiled and is now going to be opened for travel.
05/11/2007


Record year for Ryanair's revenue
Europe's biggest budget airline has announced profit increase of 24 per cent for the first half of 2007, a total of £408 million after tax profit.
04/11/2007

Good news from BA
BA makes the one of the most welcomed announcements, notifying future travellers that the one piece of hand luggage policy would soon be lifted.
02/11/2007

Local business lands deal in Middle Eastern airport
A company based in Birmingham was recently awarded a contract to supply coffee machines to the Middle East. The company will supply equipment to two cafes operating in airports in the Middle East.
01/11/2007

Lords just as confused about Airline security
The bans on liquids on planes was once again debated, the current measures cause "considerable inconvenience" to travellers.
30/10/2007

Britons waste money on vacation
Britons waste money while on holiday a research from Abbey; perfume, souvenirs, magazines and books are amongst what we spend on at the airport.
23/10/2007

Passengers enjoy self-service options
Recent surveys indicate that and increasing number of travellers are today using online services for convenience.
19/10/2007

Ryanair announces three new flights from Bristol
On May 15th 2008, Ryanair will make its first flight from Bristol to Beziers. Ryanair's CEO Michael O'Leary confirms the continuous success of the airline and talks about other next year routes additions.
14/10/2007

Good year for growth for HIAL
HIAL the company that operates many airports in Scotland indicated that 2007 was a good year for growth for airports located in the north and west. The passenger traffic has risen by 5 per cent this year.
14/10/2007

Walsh speaks from the helm of BA
Willie Walsh's British Airways is under threat, the arrival of the Irish business man in 2005, is yet to give the once successful airline its glory back as a worthy flagship airline should have.
14/10/2007

European World Travel Award distinctions
European World Travel Awards (WTA) gathers members of the European tourism industry for a chance to win the recognition afforded by taking away a trophy.
13/10/2007

BAA airports take off in September
BAA findings show that Brits are taking more to the skies. In September, seven BAA airports saw 14 million passengers passing through its doors, this number indicates an increase of 2.9 per cent of passengers compared to findings in September 2006.
12/10/2007

New rail link proposed for Heathrow
Rail link to be constructed between Heathrow airport and Staines. BAA is planning to construct this link to enable passengers to access the National rail network.
11/10/2007

Poll shows local support for Heathrows third runway
Heathrow First, a group campaigning for the expansion to go through, conducted the opinion poll. The survey revealed that the airport's benefits outweighed the inconvenience.
08/10/2007

Ryanair launches 70 new routes
October Revolution Ryanair is adding a total of 70 new routes to its destinations list. This change will have an effect on operations on several UK airports.
05/10/2007

Drinking could void insurance claims
Britons on holiday spend an average of £4.5 billion on alcohol each year. An average Briton spends on average £85 on alcohol. Excessive drinking can lead to accidents and injuries which are not covered under most travel insurance policies.
01/10/2007

Little Summer in Palma
The airport receives a large number of scheduled and chartered flights from the UK, but the low cost carrier easyJet offers the most choice and some of the cheapest flights, particularly at this time of year.
01/10/2007

Use the web to cut travel costs
How to get the best prices when travelling with trains, places to go visit before you buy your ticket, save money by knowing where to look.
29/09/2007

Low cost carrier growth fuels regional airport expansion
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) points out the growth of UK regional airports, believed to be connected with the growth of low cost airline carriers.
28/09/2007

Spain's deadline for data collection approaches
British airlines operating flights to Spain warned of thousands of  fines per traveller if they fly without advance passenger information (API) systems in place and functioning.
27/09/2007

Advice for the tornado-affected
Association of British Insurers has issued some advice to those travelling into hurricane zones like the Caribbean. Travellers are advised to check that their travel insurance covers similar instances.
26/09/2007

All work and no play for Britons abroad
British business executives less likely to mix work and pleasure, TripAdvisor showed that Britons are the least likely to combine business trips with their holidays.
24/09/2007

More Britons flying from smaller airports
Regional airports are becoming more popular according to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
20/09/2007

Experts say government must invest in travel infrastructure
The growth of the tourism industry has caused leaders in the industry to meet and discuss the country's infrastructure requirements.
19/09/2007

JLA awarded UK Airport of the Year
The John Lennon airport has been awarded with the UK airport award of the year. Liverpool airport was short listed by readers of TTG.
14/09/2007

Newquay's growing success
Newquay Cornwall airport is seeing and expecting large increases in passenger numbers, due to having one of the longest runways in the UK and providing more flights.
20/08/2007


More travellers flying from Scotland
Scottish airports have experienced the busiest month ever compared to other UK airports during the month of July.
09/08/2007

New website launched with transport links
Passengers flying in and out of East Midlands airport will have access to information about public transport links as well as information for disabled travellers.
02/08/2007

Extra time required for the Gatwick drive
Passengers heading for Gatwick airport by car are being warned by airport operaters to leave plenty of time for the drive, due to construction work on the M25.
26/07/2007

New airport bus service from Leeds Bradford to York
A new Aircoach launched linking the city of York to Leeds Bradford International airport, has received positive feedback.
24/07/2007

Extra staff kept on to assist passengers
Extra staff were kept on to assist passengers getting to their destinations after poor weather conditions caused delayed and cancelled flights at Heathrow airport, during one of the busiest travel seasons of the year.
22/07/2007

UKs hand luggage restrictions will stick
The United Kingdom's transport minister, Ruth Kelly has confirmed that restrictions on the 'one bag rule' will continue across the country's airports as passenger safety will not be compromised.
20/07/2007

Expansion at Bournemouth Airport given the go-ahead
Officials at Bournemouth Airport have had their £32 million proposal approved, which includes a new international arrivals hall, departure lounge and improved parking facilities.
19/07/2007

New prayer room offers quiet place for reflection
East Midlands airport has opened a new multi-faith prayer room, designed to allow passengers a quite moment of contemplation before their flight.
18/07/2007

Biometric security measures announced for Heathrows T5
Passengers at Heathrow's Terminal 5 will participate in the first ever finger print and facial scans as part of routine security when the terminal opens next Spring.
17/07/2007

10 tips to a stress-free airport experience
Follow these tips to make your airport experience as stress-free as possible before travelling abroad, given the increasing security regulations at airports across the UK.
14/07/2007

Edinburgh Airport developments welcomed
Edinburgh airport will expect work to begin on the terminal building by early next year. Developments include shops, restaurants, bars, a quiet area and a family zone.
05/07/2007

Ryanair considers Belfast City Airport
Budget airline Ryanair is close to begining operations at the George Best Belfast City Airport according to a local paper, the Belfast Telegraph.
25/06/2007

Heathrow to trial new baggage tagging technology
London's busiest airport, Heathrow, will soon trial new baggage tagging technology which is hoped to reduce the number of lost luggage and save airlines millions.
22/06/2007

New passport processing slows entry into the UK
New technology is being introduced at Gatwick, Birmingham and Luton airports with the aim of improving security in UK airports, but is also expected to slow down the processing of passengers.
21/06/2007

Self-serve check in speeds up the airport experience
Additional check in kiosks are in place at Manchester airport in order to help save time holiday makers spend in the airport before taking off to destinations like Lanzarote, Malaga and Faro.
20/06/2007

Biometric technology gets two thumbs up at Heathrow
Overwhelmingly positive responses have been received after months of Biometric technology trials undertaken by thousands of travellers at London's Heathrow airport.
19/06/2007

Coventry Airports hopes crumble
The UK government has decided to reject Coventry Airport's expansion proposals, which after more than seven months of consideration, has come as a serious blow.
18/06/2007

Proposals in the works for a sixth terminal and third runway at Heathrow
Airport operator BAA, is planning to add a sixth terminal and a third runway at Heathrow airport by 2017 despite Terminal 5 still being under construction.
14/06/2007

Irelands Aer Lingus gets ready to make a move
Aer Lingus, Ireland's national airline, is planning to rebase its UK operation from Dublin to the Aldergrove International airport in Belfast, creating new jobs and launching new routes.
13/06/2007

Heathrow's Yotel: long layover luxury on the way
The founder of Yo! Sushi has brought the concept of a Yotel, a mini hotel room, to Gatwick and Heathrow airports.
11/06/2007

Stansted certified for going green
London's Stansted airport is the largest in the country to be awarded an ISO 14001 rating for its environmental efforts, which are expected to continue.
06/06/2007

New technology helps lighten the security load
Security restrictions in place across UK airports are unlikely to disappear, but new technology part of Britain's 'e-borders' programme should help.
03/06/2007

New stop on the rails at Manchester Airport
Work is set to begin on Manchester Airport's thrid railway platform in order for it to be operational by December 2008.
31/05/2007

More developments for Manchester Airport
Psychologists have been commissioned to study passenger's pre-flight experience in the terminal at Manchester Airport, in the hope of bringing improvements.
22/05/2007

Thomsonfly announces new destinations from London Luton
Budget airline Thomsonfly have announced the launch of new summer flights to destinations such as Dubrovnik, Jersey, Corfu and Paphos from London's Luton airport.
21/05/2007

Hilton Garden Inn to hit London Luton Airport
The popular Hilton brand will launch the HIlton Garden Inn hotel at Luton North in the comming year with a host of special features.
18/05/2007

Iris scans may take the place of immigration officials
Gatwick's South Terminal has joined other UK airports by using eye-scanning technology to help frequent flyers have a more efficient airport experience.
17/05/2007

Manchester Airport participates in public transport study
A research project will use volunteers to gather information about the use of public transport from Manchester Airport.
11/05/2007

Glasgow Airport's proposed extension colourful and distinct
Expansion plans for Glasgow airport's main terminal have been announced and are expected to set it apart from other UK airports.
09/05/2007

Manchester Airport dreams big and reaches for the sky
Manchester airport is predicted to become the second busiest airport in the country, following London Heathrow, in the next 15 years.
02/05/2007

Jetstream Express launches from Blackpool airport
Jetstream Express will operate an increased "fast-transit" flight service from Blackpool to Southampton, Aberdeen and Belfast City airports.
23/04/2007

The Heathrow Express is now online
The Heathrow Express train has joined T-Mobile to provide passengers with internet service, even when underground from London to Heathrow airport.
20/04/2007

More SelfServ check-in kiosks in the UK
SelfServ kiosks, which reduce check-in time for passengers, are to be increased throughout airports under the management of the Manchester Airports Group.
17/04/2007

Manchester Airport trials tracking technology
A trial has been carried out on a new system which tracked passenger movements through Manchester airport once they checked in, giving an insight into where improvements can be made.
12/04/2007

Gatwick Express still in business
Gatwick Express, the non-stop rail link connecting passengers with Gatwick airport and London, is to add more trains to service the route.
10/04/2007

Increased flights from Manchester to Canada
An increased flight service will be in operation between the UK and Canada for the ski season from October 2007 and April 2008.
03/04/2007

Heathrow T5 will be UK's biggest 'free-standing' building
The design of London Heathrow's T5 is set to make it the largest, ultra modern, high tech new terminal with new rail and baggage services.
02/04/2007

Stansted installs new travel plan technology
Announcements at Stansted have revealed the installation of new touch screens providing detailed transport and travel information for passengers throughout the airport.
23/03/2007

Record growth for Scottish airport company
The Highlands and Islands Airports Limited (HIAL) have predicted record passenger numbers this year given new routes, more frequent flights as well as Air Passenger Discount Scheme.
19/03/2007



Legal battle against UK airport tax
Information on the FTO's legal battle against the British government's Airport Passenger Duty airport tax, which it is hoping to have withdrawn.
27/02/2007



 

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