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The Unite trade union announced on Wednesday that the “mixed fleet” British Airways cabin crew will strike for a further 14 days as part of an on-going dispute over pay. The newly announced action will run from the 2nd to the 15th August. The mixed fleet, serving both short and long-haul routes, has already taken part in several strikes this year, including a 16-day walkout at the beginning of July. The additional ind...
Read MoreGrand Central launches new First Class lounge at Wakefield Kirkgate Rail users in Wakefield can now enjoy a First Class travel experience as Grand Central Rail reveals its first ever First Class lounge at Wakefield Kirkgate. Fully equipped with power sockets, USB ports, free Wi-Fi and task lighting, the exclusive lounge can accommodate at least 24 people and provides a number of areas for individuals and groups to rel...
Read MoreOn Tuesday afternoon, Tropical Storm Don was located in the Atlantic, approximately 155 miles Southeast of Barbados and 255 miles east of Grenada. The centre of Don, travelling at approximately 20mph, is expected to move westward across the south eastern Caribbean Sea during Wednesday and is forecast to degenerate into a trough of low pressure late Wednesday or Wednesday night. Tropical storm Don has maximum sustained...
Read MoreBelow are a number of handy tips provided by the UK government to help speed up your entry to Britain this summer. What to do at the border Have all your travel documents ready If you have everything prepared before you reach UK border control, we will be able to process you without any delay. You should have your passport open at the photo page and remove any holders or covers. Check our guide to entering the...
Read MorePassengers travelling with Emirates in Economy Class you will receive up to 20MB of complimentary internet use on board most flights. This allowance can be used within the first two hours of log in, allowing customers to browse social media and send messages. For those who would like to use the onboard Wi-Fi for longer, 150MB of data is available for purchase at US$9.99. Travellers on an ultra-long flight who want to sta...
Read MoreMembers of the train drivers' union Aslef on Southern rail and the Gatwick Express have voted overwhelmingly to take strike action in a pay dispute. The strikes will take place on Tuesday 1st August, Wednesday 2nd August and Friday 4th August.
Read MoreThe New York Times reported that travellers enrolled in the TSA PreCheck programme have the option of confirming their identity with a fingerprint scan at single security lanes at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International and Denver International airports. The voluntary TSA PreCheck programme was launched in 2013, with enrolment costing $85 for five years and offering access to expedited screening at 180 US airports. TSA ...
Read MoreEastern Airways has announced the launch of a new non-stop service from Belfast City Airport to Newcastle. The regional airline will provide a daily weekday service from the Northern Irish capital to the North East's largest airport starting on 1st September 2017. Mathew Herzberg, head of commercial at Eastern Airways, believes the route will provide a convenient link to the whole of the North East via Newcastle. L...
Read MoreSevere wind, rain and snow caused flight disruptions, road closures and power outages across New Zealand on Thursday 13th July, when the South Pacific island nation was hit by a storm carrying gales of up to 160 km an hour (100 mph). The southerly gales hit the capital, Wellington, as the storm moved north towards Auckland, New Zealand's largest city. Several highways were shut and ferries that travel across the Cook Str...
Read MorePilots from low-cost French airline Hop! have confirmed that they will strike during the long July 14 weekend after talks with the unions broke down. The strike will run from July 13 to 18. If you are due to travel during this busy holiday period with Hop! please contact the airline for further information or your travel provider to seek alternative arrangements. Leave extra time for your journey.
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