Traffic & Travel News

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays will commence flights to Chania in Crete from East Midlands Airport beginning in May 2026, marking their 10th Greek destination from the Midlands hub. The popular travel operator announced the new service as part of their biggest summer schedule from the airport.The western Crete destination joins an existing roster of nine Greek locations already served from East Midlands, including Corfu, Rhodes and Zante. The new service will […]

TUI has unveiled impressive refurbishments onboard, which include Arabic-influenced designs and lots of great places to eat and drink. The ship accommodates 146 passengers across 74 cabins and joins TUI Al Horeya in the company's Egyptian fleet.TUI Bahareya's November debut will offer passengers a number of new facilities and cultural experiences during their journey along the historic waterway. Expect a range of dining options that will enhance passengers' culinary experiences […]

While a beach holiday is the dream for many, there has been a surge in holidaymakers looking for destinations with cooler temperatures, scenic landscapes and plenty to do.Akureyri in Iceland has had the biggest spike in popularity, and offers tourists amazing whale-watching, must-see architecture and picture-perfect landscapes, without soaring temperatures that make it difficult to explore.This comes from new research by experts at Ingham Walking, who looked at year-on-year search […]

British Airways is set to run a trial that will enable travellers to watch films and television programmes on their own smartphones, tablets and laptops during flights. The carrier will introduce this bring-your-own-device system on selected international services from London Heathrow, starting this month.This marks the first time this has been trialled within the aviation sector, and could change the way British holidaymakers enjoy entertainment when travelling. The complimentary streaming […]

Rocky Mountaineer has announced a new limited-time rail route through the Canadian Rockies, scheduled to operate exclusively during summer 2026. The new itinerary, titled 'Passage to the Peaks', will run between Banff and Jasper, offering passengers a rare opportunity to travel between the two mountain towns by rail.Unlike the company’s established routes, which typically extend westward to Vancouver, this new service remains entirely within the Canadian Rockies. It will also […]

British families looking for a cheap getaway can save with budget carrier PLAY, who will launch a three-day sale next week offering 30 per cent reductions on selected routes. The Icelandic airline's promotion runs from July 31 to August 3, covering departures from London Stansted throughout the autumn months.The discounted flights were first available to purchase in an offer that ran last week, but the promotion is set to return […]

MSC Cruises has revealed groundbreaking entertainment spaces for its forthcoming flagship vessel, MSC World Asia, scheduled to launch in December 2026. The ship will introduce The Clubhouse, a retro-themed family entertainment area, alongside completely reimagined versions of Luna Park and The Harbour.The vessel represents the third addition to the cruise line's World Class fleet, incorporating subtle Asian cultural elements throughout its design. From December next year, the ship will navigate […]

International holidaymakers have chosen Ambleside as their favourite UK destination for 2025, placing the Cumbrian town ahead of the usual tourist magnets, according to new data. The top 10 locations favoured by tourists were named, which could give inspiration to Britons planning their next staycation. Holiday rental firm Sykes Holiday Cottages' Staycation Index shows the Lake District location has steamed ahead of traditional coastal retreats to claim the number one […]

Etihad has updated its loyalty scheme as part of a new collaboration with digital banking platform Revolut.British travellers will have more ways to accumulate rewards for flights with the UAE's national carrier, as customers can convert their RevPoints into airline miles at an equal exchange rate.This comes as Etihad Airways has shared a number of positive updates, including the introduction of 27 fresh routes to its schedule this year.This development […]