General news related to the travel industry http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/ Thu, 29 Jul 2010 16:49:51 +0100 Thu, 29 Jul 2010 16:49:51 +0100 here. We’ve listed all the major airlines – Ryanair, Easyjet, Flybe, BMI, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Air France, Lufthansa, Qantas and KLM - operating out of every major UK airport. 2008 has seen a relaxation in the one bag only policy imposed in the wake of security scares. At the start of the year BAA airports, with the exception of Gatwick, lifted the previous restriction on one cabin bag only. And now, from April, Gatwick is also allowing passengers to take more than one piece of hand luggage through security. But it’s still worth looking up your airline’s policy - because some have kept to the one bag limit. A BAA spokesman said: “Some airlines operating at Gatwick have chosen to continue with a restriction of only one item of hand baggage. Passengers will be advised to check with their airline before travelling to the...]]> http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/aph_sorts_through_the_baggage_18444259.htm General Travel Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/aph_sorts_through_the_baggage_18444259.htm http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/duty_free_to_your_door_12786214.htm General Travel Tue, 15 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/duty_free_to_your_door_12786214.htm
Under new rule, set to come into play in November, the UK government claims its new tax plan will help cut emissions, by discouraging airlines to fly planes that are half empty.

Such a tax, while generating extra revenue, would breach international laws.

The UK Treasury has denied it is proposing any tax, but the US embassy has expressed its deep concern in a letter to the UK government.

The letter purportedly lists a number of international agreements it says would be breached by the new tax, and adds that it can see no evidence of any environmental benefit.

Airlines estimate that under the proposed tax change, the tax payable on a flight from the UK to the US could more than double to £100 per person. ...]]> http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/us_unhappy_with_uk_air_tax_plan_43146684.htm General Travel Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/us_unhappy_with_uk_air_tax_plan_43146684.htm lowcost.com, whichbudget.com or oag.com. To compare prices for your chosen route, log on to Skyscanner or Dohop (Dohop is more comprehensive). The two largest no-frills operators – Easyjet and ...]]> http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/which_advice_on_how_to_book_a_flight_online_54315493.htm General Travel Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/which?_advice_on_how_to_book_a_flight_online_54315493.htm www.malariahotspots.co.uk , every year around 2,000 British travellers return home with malaria, and the UK is one of the biggest importers of malaria among industrialised countries. It's a preventable and treatable condition, but in its most severe form, it can be fatal - an average of nine people die each year from malaria in the UK. Malaria is transmitted by an infected mosquito. It only takes one bite from an infected mosquito to contract malaria. And with the onset of the UK winter, the lure of long-haul holidays to warmer climates and bargain flights is never stronger. So before you travel, health officials and the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) recommend visiting your doctor or a travel clinic to check whether your destination is prone to malaria - South and Central America, Africa and Central Asia are particularly prone to outbreaks. Your health advisor will recommend a course of...]]> http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/don't_let_the_bugs_bite!_21167335.htm Thu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/don't_let_the_bugs_bite!_21167335.htm www.skyros.com for more information. Facilitators for 2009 sessions will include Julia Bell, Helen Drysdale Sophie King and Andrew Miller (who was shortlisted for a Booker prize) Helena Drysdale, Julia Bell and Sophie King. See For nearly two decades, Skyros Writers’ Lab has created a very good reputation for itself. Writers like Steven Berkoff, Margaret Drabble, Hanif Kureishi, Alison Lurie, Hilary Mantel, D M Thomas, Sue Townsend,...]]> http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/writing_holidays_20414528.htm General Travel Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/writing_holidays_20414528.htm Gatwick Airport on 2nd May 2009. (Price quoted is based on two adults and two children sharing. It includes all inclusive accommodation, flights, transfers and taxes and charges. Tim Williamson, First Choice’s customer director, said; “At First Choice, we understand families are feeling the pinch this year and that value for money and financial security are top of the list when it comes to booking their holiday. Research has shown that most families regard their annual holiday as a necessity rather than a luxury, and...]]> http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/new_money_saving_ideas_98512054.htm Thu, 15 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/new_money_saving_ideas_98512054.htm http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/abta_concerned_about_travel_insurance_17362373.htm Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/abta_concerned_about_travel_insurance_17362373.htm The reports points out that destinations such as Egypt, Mexico and Turkey might expect to see a significant increase in visitors form Britain. This is because early figures indicate that British tourists are now tending to favour destinations that do not use the Euro. The ‘FCO & ABTA 2009 Travel Trends Report’ shows that the number of British holidaymakers who are travelling to Egypt increased by nearly 40% (actual figures 38%) over the last year alone and that the increase in British visitors to Turkey were up by 32%. But government officials at the FCO have expressed worries that too many British travellers might not be particularly familiar with these destinations. They are, therefore, concerned that this might mean there could be an increase in the number of Britons abroad who find themselves (perhaps inadvertently) in trouble with the local law...]]> http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/cultural_differences_in_new_holiday_hotspots_16621608.htm Thu, 15 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/cultural_differences_in_new_holiday_hotspots_16621608.htm http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/hotel_prices_fall_worldwide_20774460.htm Thu, 15 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/hotel_prices_fall_worldwide_20774460.htm http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/a_luxury_that_makes_sense_71607518.htm Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/a_luxury_that_makes_sense_71607518.htm www.bridgeandwickers.co.uk). Travelling by sea, road and air, viewers can tag along for Billy's ride. Starting in Nova Scotia, he sets off on an incredible journey taking ten weeks. This involved crossing the Northwest Passage, a remarkable feat that has been the ruin of many an explorer or adventurer. The passage is well within the Arctic Circle, and is usually blocked with ice, so is passable for only a few weeks during the summer, when the passage is ice free. Other highlights include: whale spotting in Newfoundland, panning for gold in the Yukon and a trip out to see some bears in the the Cariboo Mountains with famed 'bear whisperer' Gary Zorn. Experts in Canadian holidays Bridges and Wickers can offer the intrigued viewer of the series a taste of the adventure enjoyed by Billy Connolly. You can enjoy the beauty of...]]> http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/follow_billy_connolly_11808700.htm Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/follow_billy_connolly_11808700.htm http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/want_an_adventurous_holiday_19899803.htm Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/want_an_adventurous_holiday?_19899803.htm www.eurocamp.co.uk. Websites like www.laterooms.com/ and www.laterooms.com are also worth checking out for last minute bargain holidays. Don't forget to drop on to ...]]> http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/the_great_british_summer_18363957.htm Fri, 14 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/the_great_british_summer_18363957.htm http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/disabled_travellers_get_a_chance_to_speak_out_and_to_learn_a_16680433.htm Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/disabled_travellers_get_a_chance_to_speak_out_and_to_learn_a_16680433.htm http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/snow_joke!_get_your_skis_on_47197301.htm Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/snow_joke!_get_your_skis_on_47197301.htm
The special tags are created by CallUma (an...]]> http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/how_very_co-operative_of_them!_71970696.htm Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/how_very_co-operative_of_them!_71970696.htm http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/sorry_katie_and_osama_-_the_seats_are_taken..._15252038.htm Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/sorry_katie_and_osama_-_the_seats_are_taken..._15252038.htm  
Pierre & Vacances attribute this to the recent UK-wide snowfall, which, the company feels, has encouraged families to book holidays on the slopes. They have noticed that trips to the slopes, with self-catering accommodation for the February half term week are strongly in demand.
Business over the past two weeks has been especially good. And January trading is now comparable with last winter. And sales at the moment are showing bookings for holidays later in the season, when rates are, of course, lower.

Sales for the end of March are noticeably high, with ski trips booked for the week before Easter - commencing March 27 – especially popular.  This week is classed as ‘off peak’ in France, but is a school holiday in most of the UK. So, of course, British customers are taking advantage of the...]]> http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/snow_joke!_it’s_time_to_go..._15777605.htm Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/snow_joke!_it’s_time_to_go..._15777605.htm It's also reported that another aircraft will be based at Manchester Airport, thus allowing for the introduction of new services to Mahon (Menorca). Sharm el Sheik and Zurich. Easyjet would then be a major player in the north of England, with its 20 planes in the region it would be one of the biggest, if not the biggest, airlines in the North of England. Plans for 2010 include 36 new routes to and from Europe.

Paul Simmons, Easyjet's regional manager is quoted as saying: “EasyJet is committed to expansion across the UK regions, tapping in to new catchment areas such as Yorkshire and Humberside and providing greater access to our famously low fares and convenient services from your local airport.”
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For example a family of four purchasing drinks, sandwiches, and a chocolate bar could end up spending the best part of an eyewatering £50 if buying onboard rather than stocking up before they fly. The travel comparison site examined supermarket, airport and onboard prices and found an average mark-up of food and drink on supermarket prices (not including hot drinks) of 374 per cent.
 
Bob Atkinson, who is a travel expert with travelsupermarket.com, said: "Airlines can get away with charging extortionate prices because once you're onboard there's nowhere else to go!  Small savings can really add up, so holidaymakers who want a few extra pounds to spend whilst away need to get more savvy about eating and drinking onboard.
 
"Prices vary...]]> http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/do_not_get_snacked_14317446.htm Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/do_not_get_snacked_14317446.htm Heathrow to Dresdsen. The daily flights are operated by the German airline Lufthansa and bear the flight number LH4767. “It is a new daily non-stop flight from London Heathrow to Dresden, capital city of the German federal state of Saxony. The new Lufthansa flight started from 19 April. Tickets to Dresden are available from £89 return including taxes and charges,” explained a spokesperson for the airline. Though they emphasised that this excludes any excluding agency booking fees. The flights will be made using a modern and luxurious Airbus A319, which will be operated by British Midland (BMI), which is a part of the Lufthansa Alliance. The spokesperson added: “If it’s BMI on the outside, it’s Lufthansa on the inside: from the Airbus’s 138 comfortable seats to the onboard catering. The flight leaves Heathrow at...]]> http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/new_daily_service_to_dresden_16465076.htm Tue, 18 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/new_daily_service_to_dresden_16465076.htm http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/new_flight_schedule_from_british_airways_29320853.htm Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.aph.com/news/general_travel_news/new_flight_schedule_from_british_airways_29320853.htm
The report indicates that Euro 11 Billion was earned by 96 airlines worldwide from a number of disparate sources, like baggage check-in, in–flight refreshments, and commission bookings for hotels and car rental. The figure for 2008 had been Euro 7.68 Billion.

EasyJet saw a rather mouth (or eye) watering rise in ancillary revenue, from  Euro 212 million to Euro 608 million last year. Meanwhile Ryanair made ‘only’ an increase of Euro 38 Million an increase to Euro 663 million!

So what do you do? Firstly, watch out for inflated prices, something APH has warned about before. Also, check out the great value travel extra products that APH offers its clients. You could find APH saving you money on its modest airport parking fees!
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