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Finnair has announced it will cancel approximately 140 flights on Friday, affecting around 12,000 customers travelling on May 2.The four-hour industrial action is due to take place on Friday, according to the Finnish Aviation Union (IAU), which indicated the work stoppage will take place in "different shifts" rather than at a specific time.Finnair's chief operating officer, Jaakko Schildt, said: "We are sorry for the situation and will do everything we […]

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have announced a significant expansion of their Winter 25/26 flight programmes from Manchester and London Stansted Airports.This will include flights to Spain, Portugal and Greece for some winter sun, as well as popular destinations for ski holidays. The companies are increasing capacity across their Winter Sun, City Breaks, Ski and Christmas Markets destinations from both UK airports.Manchester Airport will see a seven per cent capacity increase, offering […]

Electric vehicles could act as a lifeline to power homes during power blackouts, as seen in Spain and Portugal earlier this week.New analysis has suggested that electric vehicles can serve as backup power sources during electricity outages.Reports on social media indicate that people affected by recent power outages in Spain have been using their electric vehicles to power their homes.As extreme weather events and infrastructure challenges continue to affect power […]

A British Airways flight travelling from Washington DC to London was forced to make an emergency landing in Boston after a suspected bird strike caused fumes in the cabin.The Boeing 777 aircraft was diverted on Saturday evening "as a precaution", according to the airline.The incident occurred after the crew reported a possible bird strike and smoke in the cabin, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said in a statement to CBS […]

The Greek islands are renowned for their beauty, stunning scenery, and rich culture, making them an incredibly popular destination for tourists and expats.An expat who has lived in Greece for the past 30 years has shared the positives and negatives of life on the islands.Sherry spoke on YouTube (@AegeanDreams) about the "glorious scenery" across the Greek islands.She said: "It is so beautiful. From my house, I can see the bay […]

TUI has announced a significant expansion at Cardiff Airport, introducing new destinations and exclusive routes for Welsh travellers.The expansion aligns with Marella Cruises' winter programme in Gran Canaria, creating more opportunities for winter getaways and summer holidays from Wales' national airport.Welsh travellers will benefit from an exclusive new route to Fuerteventura, doubled service to Gran Canaria, and increased flights to Tenerife.The additional capacity means approximately 20,000 more holidays will be […]

UK tourists planning holidays to popular Spanish destinations this June have been warned of potential disruptions caused by planned protests against overtourism.Activist groups across Spain and southern Europe are coordinating "an unprecedented mobilisation" scheduled for June 15 to address tourist overcrowding in holiday hotspots.The action could affect visitors to the Canary Islands, Majorca and Barcelona. The coordinated action was confirmed at a meeting of the Southern European Network Against Touristisation […]

Travel disruptions continue across parts of Europe today following widespread power outages that struck mainland Spain, Portugal, and Andorra yesterday.The blackouts, which occurred on Monday, April 28, have now largely been resolved according to the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO); however, airlines including easyJet, Jet2 and TUI are still managing the aftermath of the disruption.The FCDO has advised travellers that whilst power has been restored to most areas, some […]

Jet2 has updated its drinks menu in a new partnership with Costa Coffee, starting this week. From Thursday, May 1, 2025, passengers flying with the leisure airline and tour operator will be able to enjoy Costa's signature beverages at 35,000 feet.The collaboration aims to enhance the in-flight experience for holidaymakers by offering high-quality coffee options during their journeys.This new service will elevate the travel experience for customers jetting off on […]