UK Travel News

Airline e-commerce developer Datalex plc announced that Alan Dunne returns in a new post as chief product officer.

Miiro, the new lifestyle hotel brand from InterGlobe Enterprises, announces the launch of Templeton Garden, marking the brand’s debut in the UK and the fourth opening in Europe in less than…

The Advantage Travel Partnership announced that it is teaming up with Princess Cruises for its 2025 Latitude Cruise Conference.

The North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) has announced its exclusive luxury rail charter experience for 2025, offering passengers the opportunity to charter the opulent Great Western Saloon…

From Friday 18 April to Monday 21 April, ahead of official summer opening on Saturday 03 May, until Sunday 07 September, Splashdown Quaywest at Goodrington, will kick off the 2025 spring…

Travelodge, the UK’s first budget hotel brand which operates over 600 hotels across the UK, Ireland and Spain, announces it has opened the doors to a brand new 113-room hotel in Chiswick,…

Demand for international rail travel on the UK’s only high-speed line which runs from London to Folkestone is predicted to triple over the next 15 years increasing from 11 million to 35…

Oman Air will resume double-daily flights between Muscat and London starting October 26, in response to growing demand and the strong and sustained operational performance of this vital…

Following the huge success of last year’s Walk for Wellness wherein more than 1,000 travel agents collectively clocked 98,000 miles to raise £15,000 for charities Abta Lifeline and ITAA…

Dnata Travel Group UK’s flagship B2B brand, Gold Medal, and their specialist brands Pure Luxury, Cruise Plus and Incredible Journeys have been exceptionally busy visiting 34 travel…

Emirates will be introducing its newest Airbus A380s fitted with its latest cabins, including Premium Economy, to Manchester and Milan.

Aviation analytics firm Cirium presents flight data on the Easter Weekend and the Easter school holiday below.

New YouGov data reveals how airlines stack up when it comes to onboard snacks, drinks, and meals.

VisitEngland’s Easter Trip Tracker survey, indicates that 10.6 million Brits are definitely planning an overnight holiday trip in the UK for the Easter weekend, bringing an estimated £3.9…

Birmingham Airport (BHX) is preparing for its busiest Easter holiday on record with an expected 15% increase in customers year-on-year, with over 650,000 passengers set to travel through…

Waverley, the World’s last seagoing paddle steamer, will return to South Cornwall and South Devon this summer with the historic steam ship set to include Torquay as a calling point

The School Travel Forum (STF) and ABTA welcome the introduction of a faster border processing pilot for school groups and the participation of P&O Ferries and Irish Ferries in this new…

VisitEngland has published the latest edition of its Pink Book outlining regulatory requirements for accommodation providers and attractions in England. 

Loganair, the UK’s largest regional airline, has launched over one million seats to book as part of its winter schedule that is set to operate between October 2025 and March 2026.

This week Blenheim Palace, UNESCO World Heritage Site and award-winning Oxfordshire attraction, marked a historic milestone - the 75th anniversary of its opening to the public.

Air Canada, Canada’s largest airline and flag carrier, took to the skies with its newest route, relaunching flights between London Heathrow and Ottawa.

Situated within the historic former American Embassy at Grosvenor Square, The Chancery Rosewood is now accepting reservations for stays starting from 1 September, 2025.

CruiseAberdeenshire officially launched the cruise season for both Port of Aberdeen and the wider region today, 3rd April. 

Jumeirah Carlton Tower is proud to take part in The Big Egg Hunt, a city-wide celebration of art and conservation set to transform London’s most iconic landmarks into a vibrant open-air…

From 1 September 20255, the new service will depart twice a week on Mondays and Fridays, perfect for staycation, visiting friends and family, or travelling for business.

Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, celebrated the inaugural flight of its new direct route from Bahrain International Airport to London Gatwick Airport with special…

Visit Malta is thrilled to announce a new direct EasyJet flight route from London Southend Airport to Malta.

Virgin Voyages, Richard Branson’s adult-only boutique hotel at sea, celebrates record-breaking revenue and bookings, delivering the strongest trading season in the company's history.

Tourism Malaysia lauded the resumption of British Airways' flights from London to Kuala Lumpur, as the first reinstated flight took off from London Heathrow Airport today, 1st April.

Flag-carrier British Airways has announced that it is improving connectivity between Saudi Arabia and UK by increasing its Riyadh to London Heathrow service from seven to 13 flights per week…

Air Canada, Canada’s largest airline and flag carrier, is continuing its transatlantic expansion for 2025, having unveiled its newest route between Edinburgh and Montréal.

The first commercial flight of the Embraer E195-E2  landed at London City Airport, operated by Helvetic Airways on behalf of Swiss International Air Lines.

Viewers enjoyed the finale of the Great British Menu as the milestone 20th anniversary season culminated at Blenheim Palace, where chefs from around the country battled it out course by…

The Advantage Travel Partnership has announced Eagle Travel has transitioned its business to operate under its Managed Services model – Advantage Managed Services (AMS) from being a standard…

VisitEngland has revealed the winner of its Tourism Superstar 2025 competition with port volunteers Southampton Saints taking the title. 

Farnborough Airport announced that it has signed a landmark deal with Hydrogen Refinery for 12.5 million litres or 10,000 tonnes per annum of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) produced locally…

Railway enthusiasts and families alike are in for a treat this spring as the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) welcomes the legendary No. 45596 Bahamas for a special visit this April.

London's Heathrow Airport resumed full operations on Saturday and ordered a probe into how it dealt with a power outage that shut Europe's busiest air hub for almost a day as airlines warned…

All arrival and departure flights to the airport were cancelled at London’s Heathrow Airport for 24 hours. Here we bring you data from Cirium on Heathrow Closure

Airport experiences firm and Collinson Group member company Airport Dimensions announced its expansion into Indonesia through a strategic investment in Blue Sky Group which owns Blue Sky…

With the start of the Easter holidays just a few weeks away, ABTA – The Travel Association is encouraging anyone with plans to travel to Europe to make sure their passport will be valid for…

From 10 April, the fee for a standard online application made from within the UK will rise from £88.50 to £94.50 for adults and £57.50 to £61.50 for children.

Foreign travellers who are permitted visa-free entry to the EU will not be required to obtain a travel authorisation – ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) – until…

All arrival and departure flights to the airport have been cancelled at London's Heathrow Airport for 24 hours. 

Global traveltech firm Sabre Corporation formally launched British Airways’ New Distribution Capability (NDC) content in its travel marketplace today, 19th March.

 Wizz Air UK, the second most punctual airline in the UK*, today announces a new route from London Gatwick Airport to Wroclaw, Poland. 

British Airways’ YouTube advertising campaigns from September 2024 to February 2025 have effectively showcased the airline's commitment to safety, luxury, and customer satisfaction,…

Following the resounding success of Bay of Lights 2024, the English Riviera BID Company working in partnership with Torbay Council has released dates for the 2025 event.

Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole (BCP) Council announces the launch of a series of six new walking itineraries across its stretch of glorious coastline, along with an accompanying new…

Tourism Malaysia’s London office announced that Kuala Lumpur was ranked second in this year’s Tripadvisor list of the Top Trending Destinations.

The BTN Group which has organised the Business Travel Show Europe for three decades brings the same world-class sourcing, networking and educational programme to the Asia Pacific this April.

Travel companies report that the first quarter of the year sees a spike in travel gift card redemptions, as people start turning holiday presents into real trips

Global hospitality firm IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) announced its sponsorship of World Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, as well as the pavilion for the United Kingdom at the event.

A new report released by TravelInsurance.com.au reveals that nearly one in every three international trips taken by Australians in 2025 will be to Southeast Asia.

A female pilot from the town of Largs is flying high as she earns her Captain stripes with Loganair, the UK’s largest regional airline, aged just 26 years old.

Emirates will expand the list of cities served by its refurbished Boeing 777 to Seoul, South Korea starting 14 April* and London Stansted in the UK from 7 May*, as aircraft sporting upgraded…

Property management software company Avantio, has today announced the launch of its native dynamic pricing tool, empowering property managers to increase their revenues and optimize their…

From November, passengers will no longer have the option to download and print physical boarding passes. Instead, all travelers will be required to check in and generate digital passes…

The expansion marks the latest phase in the UK’s gradual rollout of the ETA, which was introduced in November 2023 and extended to over 50 countries, including the United States, Australia,…

One Rep Global announces its latest partnership with Nobu Hotel London Portman Square. This collaboration marks a significant step in strengthening the hotel's presence in the Indian market,…

Loganair has opened applications for its apprenticeship scheme, aiming to recruit mechanical engineers in Glasgow and Aberdeen to enter its four-year modern apprenticeship.  

IndiGo marks a major milestone with its long- haul debut, announces non-stop flights to Manchester and Amsterdam.

English Tourism Week, the annual week dedicated to celebrating England’s tourism industry, is fast approaching with businesses, destinations and visitor attractions encouraged to get…

New research from Trainline Partner Solutions (TPS) highlights a significant shift in business travel attitudes amongst Gen Z professionals.

The flagship B2B brand of dnata Travel Group UK, Gold Medal, have unveiled extended dates to their ODR programme.

Loganair has announced that it is opening its tenth base at Southampton Airport, generating new jobs, specifically for pilots, cabin crew and engineers from the local area, and offering new…

Chelsea Football Club’s official global hotels partner The Ascott Limited (Ascott) brings The Famous CFC to Bangkok, Thailand.

As Birmingham Airport makes further preparations for its busiest year ever, a series of announcements around the enhanced passenger experience are expected, beginning with the launch of two…

The move aligns with Wizz Air’s broader strategy to challenge traditional full-service carriers by offering no-frills, cost-efficient flights on longer routes

The new system, aimed at enhancing border security and streamlining travel, will work alongside the Entry/Exit System (EES), which is set to introduce biometric checks at EU borders by late…

The airline's decision mirrors a broader industry trend, with several other airlines ramping up regional operations in response to shifting travel patterns.

A new research commissioned by AXA – Global Healthcare discovered a new trend on the rise – the digital nomad family. 

Singha Estate PCL’s hospitality arm S Hotels and Resorts PCL announced its 2024 financial results, revealing a record revenue of 10.352 billion baht.