Dawn Morwood, co-director of Cheap Deals Away, knows exactly which seats to steer clear of when flying. Failure to dodge it can leave you with a sore back and in bad smell city
The back corner window seat should be avoided (Image: Getty Images)
A travel expert has advised against sitting in one particular seat whenever you’re flying.
While that back corner window spot might look appealing when you’re booking (quiet, out of the way, with a view) it could actually be the worst choice you make for your journey.
Dawn Morwood, co-director of Cheap Deals Away, knows exactly which seats to steer clear of. “People often think the last-row window seat will be peaceful, but it’s actually a recipe for a miserable flight,” she explains.
That back corner window seat might seem like prime real estate when you’re scrolling through the seat map, but it’s actually where comfort goes to die. The last-row window seat, particularly those positioned near the rear lavatories or galley, sets the perfect conditions for a series of sleep-disrupting problems.
The wrong plane seat could land you with a sore back(Image: Alexander Spatari via Getty Images)
“The biggest issue is the constant foot traffic. You’ve got passengers queuing for the loo right beside you, flight attendants rushing back and forth with trolleys, and people stretching their legs in the aisle. It never stops,” Dawn said.
The problems don’t end there. These seats typically have limited or no recline because there’s a wall directly behind them. On a 10-hour flight to Asia or an eight-hour journey to the States, that upright position can put extra strain on your back and make proper sleep nearly impossible.
The galley area stays brightly lit throughout most of the flight as crew prepare meals and clean up. That harsh fluorescent glow seeps through even the best eye masks, constantly disrupting your natural sleep cycles.
“The noise level back there is incredible. You’ve got the constant hum of equipment, crew chatting during their breaks, and the non-stop flush of toilets. It’s like trying to sleep next to a motorway service station,” Dawn continued.
The smell factor shouldn’t be ignored either. Being positioned near the lavatories means dealing with unpleasant odours, especially on longer flights when the facilities get heavy use.
The best seats are typically in the middle section of the aircraft, away from both the busy front galley and the chaotic rear area. “Look for seats around rows 6-15 on most wide-body aircraft,” advises Dawn. “You’re far enough from the action but still have easy access to facilities when needed.”
Never book within three rows of any lavatory. The queues, smells, and constant activity will make your journey miserable. Check the aircraft’s seat map carefully before selecting.
“If you’re flying eastbound for a daytime arrival, pick a seat on the right side of the plane to avoid the sun streaming through your window during the final hours. For westbound flights, sit on the left side,” Dawn said.
While exit row seats offer extra legroom, they come with restrictions. You can’t store anything under the seat in front during takeoff and landing, and these seats often don’t recline.
Dawn Morwood, co-director of Cheap Deals Away, said: “Your seat choice can make or break a long-haul flight, and I’ve seen too many holidaymakers arrive at their destination exhausted because they picked poorly. That back corner window seat might look appealing on the booking page, but you’ll regret it the moment you try to get comfortable.
“Poor seat selection not only impacts your flight, but your entire trip. If you can’t sleep properly on the plane, you’ll arrive with worse jet lag, feeling cranky and tired. Your first few days of holiday are essentially written off while you recover. When you’re paying thousands for a dream getaway, why would you sabotage it with a bad seat choice?
“I always tell my customers that spending a bit extra on seat selection is one of the best investments you can make. A good night’s sleep at 35,000 feet means you land refreshed and ready to enjoy every moment of your holiday. It’s worth every penny.”
Russia’s Aeroflot canceled flights after a pro-Ukrainian group claimed an attack on the airline. File Photo by Etienne Laurent/EPA
July 28 (UPI) — A cyber attack on Russia’s largest airline on Monday saw dozens of canceled flights after a pro-Ukraine team took responsibility for hacking airline computer systems.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov called it “quite alarming” after at least 42 scheduled Aeroflot flights largely domestic in Russia got canceled.
Aeroflot officials gave no specific details or how long it would take to restore its mainframe after officials informed passengers of a “failure” in its tech systems advising service disruptions, but did warn travelers of delays and cancellations.
The airline said its tech teams were “actively working to minimize the impact on flight operations and restore all services to normal as quickly as possible.”
“We kindly ask passengers to monitor real-time updates on airport websites, information displays, and public announcements across the airline’s route network,” the airline said in a statement.
Aeroflot’s cyber-security attack was a direct result of Russia’s full-on invasion of neighboring Ukraine, the hacker group calling itself “Silent Crow” confirmed.
Russia’s prosecutor general’s office also confirmed that Aeroflot’s technological issues were a result of a virtual attack on its computer systems and stated that a criminal investigation is underway.
Silent Crow says it worked with a separate group based in Belarus called “Cyber Partisans BY.”
They pressed unverified claimed of access to flight history data, that it destroyed roughly 7,000 Aeroflot servers, compromised its corporate computer structure and further threatened to released “the personal data of all Russians who have ever flown Aeroflot.”
On its Telegram channel, Silent Crow wrote how for a year, “we were inside their corporate network, methodically developing access, going deep into the very core of the infrastructure.”
Meanwhile, Aeroflot partner air carries Rossiya and Probed have not reported any technological issues.
The cyber attack on Russia’s flag air carrier arrived weeks after another on Australian airline Qantas exposed the data of six million customers. That followed a similar event at the end of June on Hawaiian Airlines by a group FBI officials believe to be young adults and teens living in the United States and Britain.
“Glory to Ukraine! Long live Belarus!” Silent Crow said in a statement.
OCHOPEE, Fla. — Deportation flights from the remote Everglades immigration lockup known as ”Alligator Alcatraz″ have begun and are expected to increase soon, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Friday.
The first flights operated by the Department of Homeland Security have transferred about 100 detainees from the immigration detention center to other countries, DeSantis said during a news conference near the facility.
“You’re going to see the numbers go up dramatically,” he said.
Two or three flights have already departed, but officials didn’t say where those flights headed.
Critics have condemned the South Florida facility as cruel and inhumane. DeSantis and other Republican officials have defended it as part of the state’s aggressive push to support President Trump’s crackdown on illegal immigration.
Building the facility in the Everglades and naming it after a notorious federal prison were meant as deterrents, DeSantis and other officials have said.
The White House has delighted in the area’s remoteness — about 50 miles west of Miami — and the fact that it is teeming with pythons and alligators. It hopes to send a message that repercussions will be severe if U.S. immigration laws are broken.
Trump has suggested that his administration could reopen Alcatraz, the notorious island prison in San Francisco Bay. The White House also has sent some immigrants awaiting deportation to a detention lockup in Guantánamo Bay, Cuba, and others to a megaprison in El Salvador.
The Everglades facility was built in a matter of days over 10 square miles. It features more than 200 security cameras and more than 5 miles of barbed wire. An adjacent runway makes it more convenient for homeland security officials to move detainees in and out of the site.
It currently holds about 2,000 people, with the potential to double the capacity, Florida Emergency Management Director Kevin Guthrie said Friday.
DeSantis wants the U.S. Justice Department to allow an immigration judge on site to speed up the deportation process.
“This was never intended to be something where people are just held,” he said. “The whole purpose is to be a place that can facilitate increased frequency and numbers of deportations.”
Critics have challenged federal and state officials’ contention that the detention center is just run by the state of Florida. Environmental groups suing to stop further construction and expansion demanded Thursday to see agreements or communications between state and federal officials and to visit the site.
Seewer writes for the Associated Press. AP writer Mike Schneider contributed to this report.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has revealed that deportation flights have begun to depart from a remote detention facility known as Alligator Alcatraz, as the Republican leader seeks to put his state at the forefront of President Donald Trump’s immigration agenda.
Speaking from the south Florida site on Friday, DeSantis framed his efforts as a model for other states seeking to partner with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
“I’m pleased to report that those flights out of Alligator Alcatraz by DHS have begun,” DeSantis told reporters.
“ The reality is this provides an ability to enhance the mission, to increase the number and frequency of deportations. And so what’s been done here has really been remarkable.”
A representative for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Garrett Ripa, also confirmed that “two or three removal flights” had already been conducted from the Alligator Alcatraz facility and that more were planned.
He indicated that those flights contained “ up to a hundred individuals who were illegally present in the state of Florida”.
Rana Mourer waves a vintage-style US flag outside of the migrant detention facility dubbed Alligator Alcatraz on July 12 [Alexandra Rodriguez/AP Photo]
Delegating resources
President Trump campaigned for re-election last November on the promise that he would undertake the “largest deportation operation in American history”.
But with more than 11 million undocumented people believed to be living in the United States, critics have pointed out that his ambitions may outstrip the amount of detention space and resources the government has available.
That has led the Trump administration to seek additional resources from state and local authorities, as well as assistance from foreign governments.
He has also deployed the military to assist in immigration enforcement operations, a task traditionally outside its scope.
Part of Trump’s toolkit has been deputising state and local leaders through Section 287(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act.
While the federal government is solely responsible for immigration enforcement, Section 287(g) creates a loophole that allows ICE to enter into written agreements with state and local authorities to perform specific immigration-related functions.
Speaking alongside DeSantis on Friday, Larry Keefe, the head of Florida’s newly established State Board of Immigration Enforcement, said his team has already taken advantage of such arrangements.
“Just within the last couple of days, the federal government has issued credentials to over 1,200 Florida sheriff’s deputies and over 650 FDLE [Florida Department of Law Enforcement] agents and other state and local law enforcement agencies,” Keefe said.
“We have more than doubled our capability and capacity to effect arrests.”
Florida at the forefront
Florida, however, has been testing the limits of what it is able to do independently in terms of cracking down on undocumented immigration within its state lines.
Earlier this year, for instance, the Florida’s Republican-led government passed a law, known as SB 4-C (PDF), that imposes stiff criminal penalties on adult undocumented immigrants who knowingly enter the state.
But federal courts placed an injunction to prevent the law from taking effect, on the basis that it preempts the federal government’s authority over all things immigration.
Still, President Trump has hailed the aggressive immigration efforts in Florida, his adopted home state, where he maintains a residence, Mar-a-Lago, as well as golf courses.
Earlier this month, he visited Alligator Alcatraz, applauding its fast-paced construction. “This is what you need,” Trump said at the time. “A lot of bodyguards and a lot of cops in the form of alligators.”
Critics have denounced the facility as an exercise in cruelty, with reports emerging of poor conditions inside Alligator Alcatraz. Some immigrants have said they faced floodwater, poor sanitation, clogged toilets and clouds of mosquitoes as they stayed in fenced-in units where the lights were never dimmed.
Environmental groups and Indigenous members of the local Seminole and Miccosukee tribes have also criticised the facility for its location in the middle of the Everglades wetlands, a sensitive ecosystem prone to seasonal flooding.
Utilising an old airfield
Built across eight days in June, Alligator Alcatraz sits atop the site of the former Dade-Collier Training and Transition Airport in Ochopee, Florida.
That set-up has been a benefit for plans to also use the facility for deportation flights, DeSantis said on Friday. He described transferring immigrants from their detention cells to planes with relative ease.
“One of the reasons why this was a sensible spot is because you have this runway that’s right here,” DeSantis explained.
“You don’t have to drive them an hour to an airport. You go a couple thousand feet, and they can be on a plane and out of here.”
He added that the site already has runway lighting and 18,927 litres — or 5,000 gallons — of jet fuel on site. That, he hopes, will help pave the way for the number of deportation flights to increase in the coming weeks.
“ The cadence is increasing,” DeSantis said. “We’ve already had a number of flights in the last few days.”
Alligator Alcatraz — named for a forbidding island prison in the San Francisco Bay that closed in the 1960s — has the capacity to hold up to 3,000 people, according to Florida officials.
DeSantis has long positioned Florida as the “blueprint” for what Republican leadership in the US could look like, and in 2023, he launched a short-lived presidential campaign to challenge Trump for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination.
Increasing the pace
In his remarks on Friday, DeSantis briefly acknowledged the shortcomings in Trump’s mass-deportation plans, playing up the efficiency of the Alligator Alcatraz system.
“ICE has been understaffed — you know, is not scratching the surface of what would need to be done to get to where you have the largest mass deportation in history,” he said.
“So you’ve got to increase that tempo. You have a limited amount of time to do it. I think we’ve got to assume we’ve got these four years under the Trump administration to really get the job done.”
DeSantis also brushed aside concerns that the isolated facility cuts immigrants off from their legal representation and their right to be heard before a court.
He pointed out that he plans to have immigration judges on site. But he also questioned whether undocumented people should be allowed the same due process rights as US citizens and immigrants with legal status.
“To me, it’s like, if you are subjected to a traditional criminal process, there’s a whole a bunch of due process that goes into that,” DeSantis said.
By contrast, DeSantis argued that the immigration process “should be a pretty simple process. You either have a right to be here or you don’t.”
The days of being charged additional fees for your hand luggage on flights could soon be a thing of the past – at least in the EU
Good news: charging for cabin bags might soon be over
UK holidaymakers have been warned of a significant change to hand luggage rules on flights to Europe. The BBC has highlighted a considerable shift in hand luggage regulations for European Union flights. The era of being slapped with extra charges for your cabin baggage on flights may soon be over – at least within the EU.
On June 24, 2025, legislators voted in favour of a proposal that would allow passengers to bring a small carry-on bag weighing up to 7kg (15.4lbs) onto their flight free of charge, even on budget airlines. This development comes as Ryanair‘s chief, Michael O’Leary, has fired back at ‘unimplementable’ proposals that could permit each plane passenger to bring two free cabin bags on board.
Cabin bags up to 7kg to be free of charge, even on low-cost airlines(Image: Getty Images)
This development comes as Ryanair‘s chief, Michael O’Leary, has fired back at ‘unimplementable’ proposals that could permit each plane passenger to bring two free cabin bags on board, reports Birmingham Live.
During Ryanair’s earnings call for the first quarter of 2026, its CEO vehemently criticised the ‘impractical’ move. As per Travel Weekly, he stated: “The idea that everyone is entitled to two free bags on board is unimplementable – they don’t fit in the aircraft.
“There’s not room on largely full aircraft for one small carry-on bag and one large trolley bag. About 50 per cent of the passengers can bring a trolley bag and we do that using the priority boarding service.
“Any rules that would alter that would be infringing EU rules guaranteeing the freedom of airlines to set pricing and policies, and we don’t believe that will happen.”
Ourania Georgoutsakou, managing director of Airlines For Europe, Europe’s largest airline association, expressed her concern: “Europe’s airline market is built on choice. Forcing a mandatory trolley bag strips passengers of that choice and obliges passengers to pay for services they may not want or need,”.
She further questioned: “What’s next? Mandatory popcorn and drinks as part of your cinema ticket? The European Parliament should let travellers decide what services they want, what services they pay for and, importantly, what services they don’t.”
Meanwhile, Mr O’Leary announced his consideration to increase the incentive to “eliminate the scourge of passengers with excess baggage. I think it’s unlikely to play out but there’s clearly going to be some kind of negotiation between the parliament and the commission on passenger rights.”
By eliminating carry-on baggage fees, airlines will make travelling abroad easier. Even better, it will save them from spending hundreds of pounds to send off a small piece of luggage.
July 20 (UPI) — Typhoon Wipha slammed ashore along the southern Chinese coast Sunday evening, after drenching Hong Kong and Macau with heavy rain and whipping wind, the Guangdong meteorological service said.
The storm made landfall around 5:50 pm local time with the strength of a Category 1 hurricane and weakened to a tropical storm by Sunday night as it continued to move to the West and South, the Joint Typhoon Warning Center said.
Wipha is the sixth named storm of the year, and packed 106 mph sustained winds, heavy rain and sea swells as it brushed the southern edge of Hong Kong, the meteorological service said.
The storm is expected to dump heavy rain on the Pearl River Estuary throughout the day on Monday.
Hong Kong issued the highest level warning alert as the storm approached, the first time since 2023 that a No. 10 hurricane signal has been used. The warning level was downgraded as the storm moved away from the city.
Wipha also promoted some southern Chinese cities, ports and workplaces to close their doors. Heavy downpours also created local flooding and prompted widespread road closures in some areas.
At least 26 people have been treated for storm-related injuries, and heavy winds downed more than 470 trees. More than 250 people sought safety in government shelters.
Travelers began to re-enter the airport as the storm warning was downgraded and the Hong Kong airport said it would operate overnight on heightened storm alert status.
Wipha is expected to drift toward Vietnam where it is projected to make landfall later in the week, the meteorological service said.
Cheap Holiday Expert Chelsea Dickenson is always on the lookout for destinations where you can get more bang for your buck – and she thinks this city break should be on your radar
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Chelsea praised Tirana for its abundance of green spaces, as well as it’s vibrant restaurant and café scene(Image: Getty)
Travel guru Chelsea Dickenson is always on the hunt for ways to cut down travel costs, whether that’s finding loopholes in airline baggage fees, sharing packing tips, or swapping popular holiday spots for lesser-known destinations. Chelsea, better known as Cheap Holiday Expert, recently highlighted underrated city breaks that should be on your radar, especially if you’re looking to save a few bob without skimping on the thrill of travel.
Chelsea recently teamed up with Boots to put together ready-made bundles containing all the essentials for festivals, beach trips, and adventures so customers can get everything they need in one go, without having to shell out a small fortune.
Being a lover of a good deal, Chelsea is always scouting for destinations where her money will go further. There’s one European city Chelsea reckons is grossly underrated, despite the country receiving heaps of praise for its coastal spots in recent years.
Speaking to the Express, she said: “So one place I think should be on more people’s radar, it’s really interesting, because Albania has been getting lots more attention, but more for their Riviera…I’m saying their capital Tirana is absolutely gorgeous.”
Cheap Holiday Expert Chelsea Dickenson revealed the European city that needs to be on your radar(Image: Chelsea Dickenson)
Nestled in the heart of Albania, the capital city Tirana is surrounded by mountains and hills, including Dajti. The city was established by an Ottoman Albanian general in 1614 and became an independent nation in 1912, nearly three centuries later.
Chelsea praised Tirana as a haven for those who love green spaces, boasting numerous outdoor areas to unwind in during the sunny summer months. She suggested that when the weather is favourable, one should delve into the local cafe and restaurant scene.
Chelsea added: “They have such a brilliant cafe and restaurant culture, so there’s so many outdoor places to sit. I was getting their traditional pastries for I think 45 pence each. So you can eat super affordably.”
The city is brimming with Balkan pastries, with an Albanian local highlighting treats like borek, kadai and baklava. Another speciality to try is kompekaj, akin to the well-loved baklava.
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A Tirana local offered some tips on the best culinary spots. Kernace Zgare Fatosi is the go-to for fans of kofta, breads and yoghurt.
For an extra-special experience, they recommend visiting at twilight for a truly magical atmosphere.
If you’re keen to sample some traditional Albanian cuisine, make your way to Restorant GjinoKastra for some authentic pacha – or stew – featuring some surprising ingredients… like sheep head, if that’s your cup of tea. They also suggest trying some Turkish coffee, though be warned that these coffee shops are invariably rammed.
For some cultural exploration and attractions, consider Skanderbeg Square, Kalaja e Tiranes (Tirana Castle), the New Bazaar in Pazari i Ri, and Sofra e Aruit, a bear cafe with bears within arm’s reach.
Chelsea also highlighted the city’s drinking scene, such as Blloku. To savour a tipple whilst soaking up panoramic views of the city, the rooftop at the Xheko Imperial Hotel is “amazing”.
You can pick up a one-way flight for as little as £15(Image: Jacob Wackerhausen via Getty Images)
Another perk of visiting Tirana?
The bargain flights. Chelsea flagged up the Albanian capital as one of the rare destinations where you could bag a return flight for roughly £40 during quieter periods.
A flight from London Stansted with Ryanair in September could see you fork out just £15 each way. Chelsea managed to keep costs down, spending only £100 on a three-day, two-night break in the city.
“You know, holidays are getting more expensive,” Chelsea said. “It’s one of those places that you can go and do not have to spend a fortune.”
The ready-to-go bundles will be available on boots.com containing all the essentials for festivals, beach trips, and adventures. The three bundles are £20 each, consisting of five to seven products and with savings of over £10.
Travelling on long-haul flights is never a pleasant experience – but there are a few things I always pack with me to try and make the journey a little easier
Flying long haul doesn’t have to be awful(Image: Alireza Akhlaghi via Getty Images)
At the tender age of three, my family and I uprooted from our Northampton home to start a new life in New Zealand. Despite growing up on the other side of the globe, with all my extended family back in England, I became well-acquainted with the 24-hour plane journey required for family visits.
This mammoth trip was undertaken every four years until I relocated back to England last year. Now, as a travel reporter, I frequently find myself jet-setting around the world; and the knowledge gained from doing so has been invaluable to my career.
There’s no sugar-coating it – long-haul economy class flights are far from enjoyable, especially for someone who is nearly six feet tall like me. The conditions are cramped, dry, dirty, and often dark.
However, there are a few essentials I always pack to make the ordeal slightly more bearable.
My long-haul flight essentials
Silk scarf
The air in long-haul flights can be incredibly dry, causing discomfort to your nose, mouth, and eyes. To combat this, if I’m attempting to get some shut-eye, I drape a silk scarf over my face, serving as both an eye mask and face mask.
Breathing through the silk helps humidify the air, making it less irritating to breathe, and also prevents the sensitive skin around my nose from drying out. You might attract a few curious glances, but trust me, it’s worth it.
Headphones
My headphones are Bluetooth-enabled, but they also come with a connecting cable that can convert them into wired ones. This is compatible with most in-flight entertainment systems, allowing me to enjoy films with excellent sound quality.
This is an absolute must-have for me, especially during long-haul flights that can last up to 16 hours. The complimentary headphones provided at takeoff are often of poor quality and lack sufficient padding, making them uncomfortable to use for extended periods.
Headphones are essential(Image: Dani VG via Getty Images)
Earplugs
I swear by Loop earplugs as they’re comfortable, stay put in my ears, and effectively block out the majority of the noise associated with air travel, which makes sleeping a little easier
Toiletries
Carrying wet wipes, a toothbrush and toothpaste, deodorant, and some moisturiser can make a world of difference in helping you feel somewhat refreshed.
Just remember never to brush your teeth using the water from the aeroplane bathroom – it’s not the cleanest. I usually wait until my layover before heading to the airport bathrooms for a quick freshen-up.
A few basic toiletries make a big difference(Image: FabrikaCr via Getty Images)
Knowing that I’m relatively clean makes the second leg of the flight much more bearable. I always ensure I have a spare pair of underwear and socks to change into, and if there’s room, I bring an extra shirt as well, because accidents do happen.
Slippers
Having slippers on hand makes trips to the bathroom or getting up to stretch your legs a lot easier and hygienic. Never venture to an aeroplane bathroom barefoot or in socks. It’s gross and completely avoidable.
Long-haul flights can be a bit of a drag, but they don’t have to be utterly unbearable. These minor adjustments can transform a dreadful journey into a tolerable one, and personally, I wouldn’t dream of travelling without them.
The exact date to get “super cheap” EasyJet flights for next summer has been announced, according to Martin Lewis’ Money Saving Expert, who shared the news to excited travellers on Facebook
EasyJet customers can bag themselves ‘super cheap’ flights on one date (Image: NurPhoto via Getty Images)
Most Brits love heading on a holiday abroad when the summer months come. However, with the ongoing cost of living crisis, many people find they don’t have as much spare cash to spend on breaks away as they used to.
If that’s you, then listen up, as the exact date to get “super cheap” EasyJet flights for next summer has been announced, according to Martin Lewis‘ Money Saving Expert. The MSE Facebook account shared the news in a post with its 412,000 followers recently, and the post quickly went viral as many travel lovers planned to bag their cheap flights.
Sharing the news, MSE wrote: “Heads up! Super cheap EasyJet flights for summer 2026 are landing on Tuesday July 22.
“If previous releases are anything to go by, being online bright and early is the key to bagging a bargain.”
According to the MSE website, Easyjet releases its flights in batches every quarter of the year – and if you discover what day they’re going to be launched and you book them them quickly, you can get a far cheaper price.
It adds: “EasyJet follows a dynamic demand pricing model – in other words, when there’s lots of demand for seats, you pay more; when there’s less demand, you pay less. Usually it can be tricky to predict, and prices are fluid.
“There’s one point when demand is almost always low… the very second seats are released. This happens in several tranches throughout the year. In the past, these seats have shot up in price within two or three hours of being made available, so being online bright and early is the key to bagging a bargain.”
just because the flights have just gone on sale, it doesn’t necessarily mean you’re getting the best deal. As MoneySavingExpert.com founder
Martin Lewis himself does warn that just because the flights have only just gone on sale, it doesn’t necessarily mean you’re always getting the best deal. He says: “This has been a very successful technique for many people, and indeed if you want certainty of a cheap price it’s worth doing. Do benchmark what a good price on that route is beforehand, just so you can check if it’s worth it.
“Though of course, if a particular flight is very substantially under-booked later on, you could get seats even cheaper then – that’s just far more difficult to predict.”
What time will the flights be released?
Easyjet hasn’t announced when the flights will go on sale. It says that customers looking to book early and get great fares for next summer should keep an eye on the Easyjet website from early in the morning.”
According to MSE, the tickets “tend to go on sale as early as 5am or 6am, but sometimes it hasn’t released seats until 8am, and it could depend on the location.”
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Kenton Jarvis, chief executive of the Luton-based carrier, has warned that the industrial action is presenting “unacceptable challenges” – with 70% of flights affected
Milo Boyd Digital Travel Reporter and Neil Lancefield PA Transport Correspondent
EasyJet’s chief, Kenton Jarvis, has slammed the recent French air traffic control (ATC) strikes, labelling them as a source of “unexpected and significant costs for all airlines” and deeming the disruptions “unacceptable challenges”.
The Luton-based airline’s boss expressed his frustration after tens of thousands of passengers faced chaos due to the walkouts by French ATC staff on July 3 and 4 over working conditions. Both flights operating to and from French airports and those scheduled to pass through French airspace were thrown into disarray.
Each day, an average of around 3,700 flights in total were delayed and 1,400 were canceled, according to a report from Eurocontrol, the central organisation for air traffic management on the continent.
“An ATC strike in France has the potential to impact a third of flights across the continent, showing the disproportionate impact that disruptions in one busy country can have on the European network as a whole,” Eurocontrol wrote in its report.
The budget carrier was badly impacted at the beginning of July
Ryanair also felt the sting, with another strike on Wednesday throwing a spanner in the works for the travel plans of 30,000 customers. The airline’s boss Michael O’Leary has long been a critic of the French ATC unions.
While the unions haven’t announced any further action, it’s likely there may be more strikes, given the long running nature of the dispute. UNSA-ICNA wants pay rises in line with inflation following a 2023 agreement, as well as more staffing and better working conditions.
Mr Jarvis vented: “We are extremely unhappy with the strike action by the French ATC in early July, which as well as presenting unacceptable challenges for customers and crew also created unexpected and significant costs for all airlines.”
He pointed out that French ATC strikes have been the primary culprit behind easyJet flight delays since the onset of summer. Describing the early July industrial action as “very, very disruptive”, Mr Jarvis revealed it led to the cancellation of 660 flights and inflicted a £15 million dent in their finances.
With around 70% of easyJet’s flights either heading to or from a French airport or traversing France’s airspace, the impact is potentially very substantial. Despite having “very strong measures in place to protect our operations” and an improved punctuality record, Mr Jarvis admitted that these efforts fall short when “no measures will cope when French airspace effectively closes”.
He remarked: “What we have to do is demand that the French government steps in and really works with their ANSP (air navigation service provider) because it has been the worst-performing air traffic control area in Europe, and they get ahead of it and do some long-term measures.
“More recruitment into the tower for controllers, protecting over-flying, using AI and data that’s available nowadays to improve the life of the controller. We’re asking for improved actions, but at easyJet we’ve made a lot of investment into our resilience.”
The budget airline easyJet has felt the pinch with a £10 million blow due to the recent surge in fuel costs. The carrier celebrated a headline pre-tax profit of £286 million from April to June. This marks a £50 million boost from the same period last year.
EasyJet reported that it transported 25.9 million passengers from April to June, marking a 2.2% increase compared to the same period last year.
A new viral airport hack is now making some passengers miss their flights because they’re showing up to the gate too late, and this is all coming from a misunderstanding
Dangerous airport hack is making passengers missing their flights(Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto)
Holidaymakers are advised to avoid taking part in the popular ‘airport theory’ trend, after dozens of travellers miss their flights for showing up to the gate too late. A new TikTok trend has taken social media by storm, where travellers ignore the airport advice of showing up to the airport hours before their flight.
Instead, passengers are showing up 15 to 20 minutes before their scheduled boarding or departure time. If you’re carrying a cabin bag, you can save yourself some time by having to go to the airport two to three hours before and avoid the long queues.
‘Airport theory’ trend sees passengers turning up minutes before the flight’s scheduled departure time(Image: Getty Images)
As long as you have a digital boarding pass and your suitcase has the permitted measurements and weight, you shouldn’t have any problems. But there’s one thing you should know.
Social media users have posted videos of their attempts to make it to their flights on a short timeframe, but this has led to some missing their flights, the Daily Mail reported.
TikToker @momlifewithtiff, whose name is Tiffany, documented the moment that she and her husband almost missed their flight by trying out the challenge. She wrote: “Definitely do not recommend trying the airport theory. Will certainly be getting to the airport 2 hours early from now on.”
Posting different time frames of this stressful situation, she filmed from the moment they got stuck in security whilst boarding had already begun, to begging people to cut in line, and finally, being the last two passengers to board the plane before the doors closed.
In a similar situation, another TikTok user @jenny_kurtzz, known as Jenny, said that she found out the plane had left without her showing up at the gate at the time of departure.
As a former check-in agent, I’ve had situations where passengers would be at the gate as soon as the doors had closed, or even when the plane was about to take off. Unfortunately, in these circumstances, there isn’t anything that the airline can do.
When this happens, passengers have to book another flight at their own expense. However, this can change depending on the circumstances and their status with the airline.
It’s important for passengers to understand they must arrive at the gate at least one hour prior to departure time. During this hour, passengers board the plane. The departure time is the slot planes should take off, not when boarding begins.
Another tip for holidaymakers is to expect agents checking the number of bags you’re bringing on board. Planes have a capacity and weight allowance, reflected in their strict rules of one cabin bag and one personal item per passenger.
Although the ‘airport theory’ trend might work on some occasions, it’s best to be on the safe side and avoid the situation of having to spend hundreds of pounds for a new ticket. No one wants to start their holidays on the wrong foot!
One of the factors used is the check in order is the order in which people checked in. If you were one of the last to check in, you’re more likely to be at the bottom of the priority list
Make sure to check your boarding pass(Image: Getty Images)
An easy-to-overlook code on your plane boarding pass could let you know whether or not you’ll be kicked off a flight.
Holidaymakers should be paying close attention to the ‘SEQ’ number, as it could let you know your chances of a big spanner being thrown in the holiday works.
When flights are oversold, which is increasingly common during peak periods, airlines have to choose who gets involuntarily denied boarding. One of the factors used is the check in order is the order in which people checked in. If you were one of the last to check in, you’re more likely to be at the bottom of the priority list.
Hadleigh Diamond, airport chauffeur at SCS Chauffeurs, explains, “SEQ stands for Sequence Number, and it tells airlines the order in which you checked in for your flight. A SEQ of 001 means you were the first to check in; 152 means you were the 152nd. While it doesn’t affect your seat assignment or boarding group, it’s crucial during overbooked flights, especially on budget airlines.
People occasionally find themselves bumped from busy flights(Image: Getty Images)
“When we arrange transfers, we often remind passengers to ensure they’ve checked in early, whenever possible, to avoid a potential flight issue”
With travel demand surging, overbooking has become a more regular practice across major airlines. According to the UK Civil Aviation Authority, more than sux million passengers were denied boarding globally in the last year, with many unaware that early check-in could have protected their seat.
“Airlines tend to overbook flights as not all passengers turn up on the day. When a flight is so overbooked that passengers are denied boarding or offloaded, the airline will usually ask for volunteers. But if no-one comes forward, each airline will deny boarding to passengers in line with its own policies,” Hadleigh added.
There are other boarding pass codes that are worth paying attention to, such as the SSSS that appears on many tickets for travel to or from the US.
Chloe Jade Meltzer, 30, has been traveling the world since 2015 and has visited 162 countries. Out of the hundreds of times she has traveled, Chloe has had ‘SSSS’ written on her boarding pass six times.
Those four letters stand for secondary security screening selection – meaning the passenger has been flagged for additional security checks by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) before boarding the flight.
This means they will have to undergo additional screening procedures, including pat-downs, hand swabs, and thorough luggage checks before boarding the plan. Chloe says one of the most common signs a traveller will have ‘SSSS’ appear on their boarding pass is if they don’t get issued it immediately.
Chloe, a travel blogger, from New York City, said: “I have gotten ‘SSSS’ on my boarding pass periodically over the years. When I get one, I will just try get the checks out of the way and head straight to the boarding gate to be screened again by airline staff.
“Usually, how long it takes depends on how fast you get to the boarding gate, how your bags are packed and how fast they are at searching. When you are checking into your flight, you usually get your boarding pass. If you don’t get it straight away, that can be a sign your pass will have ‘SSSS’ written on.”
Chloe says if you are flagged for secondary screening you will be pulled aside at the gate before you board. She said you will then either be given a pat down or a detailed search of your luggage – or you will be tested for explosives.
Russian airline Nordwind will begin direct service between Moscow and North Korean capital Pyongyang later this month, Russia’s Transport Ministry announced. Ties between the two countries have grown closer since a summit between North Korean leader Kim Jong Un (R) and Russian President Vladimir Putin (L) last year. File Kremlin Pool Photo by Vladimir Smirnov/Sputnik/EPA-EFE
SEOUL, July 15 (UPI) —North Korea and Russia will begin operating direct flight service linking their capital cities of Pyongyang and Moscow later this month, Russia’s Transport Ministry announced.
Nordwind Airlines, a Russian budget carrier, will begin direct flights between the two cities on July 27, the ministry said Monday night on its Telegram channel. Travel time will be about eight hours.
“For the first time, the capitals of Russia and the DPRK will be connected by direct flights,” the ministry said, using the official acronym for North Korea.
“Further flights will be operated once a month — to create sustainable demand and load flights,” the ministry added.
Currently, the only direct flights between the two countries are operated by North Korea’s Air Koryo, connecting Pyongyang with Vladivostok in Russia’s Far East.
The announcement comes amid growing military and economic ties between Russia and North Korea, highlighted by Pyongyang supplying troops and weapons to Moscow for its war against Ukraine.
North Korea has gradually begun opening up to international tourism after sealing its borders at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in January 2020. So far, foreign visitors have come almost exclusively from Russia.
Russian travelers were the first to return to North Korea post-COVID on the Pyongyang-Vladivostok Air Koryo route early last year. Direct rail service between Pyongyang and Moscow also resumed in June after a five-year suspension.
Last week, the North welcomed around 10 Russian guests — including Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov — to its sprawling new beach resort on the east coast, Russia’s Kommersant newspaper reported on Monday.
The Wonsan Kalma coastal tourist area runs along 2.5 miles of beachfront and has a capacity for up to 20,000 guests. At a ribbon-cutting ceremony last month, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un called the completion of the resort one of the country’s “greatest successes this year” and said it would “play a leading role in establishing the tourist culture of the DPRK.”
Launched in 2014, the Wonsan project was initially slated to open in April 2019 but faced numerous setbacks, including international sanctions on materials and COVID-19 pandemic closures.
During his visit to Wonsan last week, Lavrov said that Russia also plans to restore maritime passenger routes between the two countries.
“Our Korean friends have expressed interest in having more Russians at the wonderful resort of Wonsan and other resorts in the DPRK,” Lavrov said at a press conference. “I have no doubt that this will happen.”
While passengers typically sleep in their seats on long-haul flights, few know where the cabin crew rest – but a TUI flight attendant has offered a rare behind-the-scenes look
A TUI flight attendant has given passengers a glimpse at where the cabin crew sleep during long haul journeys (stock photo)(Image: Rathke via Getty Images)
A TUI air hostess has lifted the curtain on a little-known aspect of aviation by showing where cabin crew staff sleep on long haul flights. Experienced travellers will be well-versed in the hierarchy of airline seating from economy to first class, with the latter two offering flat-bed luxury.
However, for some passengers it’s a mystery as to where the flight attendants rest during these lengthy journeys. Charlie Silver, an air hostess with TUI, took to TikTok to give a glimpse into the resting place for staff onboard planes. In her video, she walks through a hidden door near the galley and climbs a ladder to a snug sleeping area above the main cabin.
She reveals: “This is our crew bunks and we have six of these little beds located on our 787 Dreamliners.” She goes onto describe how each crew member receives a ‘bunk kit’ for their break, complete with a pillowcase, mattress topper, and blanket.
Charlie admits that making up these compact beds isn’t straightforward due to the cramped conditions.
The flight attendant shared: “Some crew can’t sleep up here but even if you’re not going to sleep sometimes it’s just a nice little escape from everyone.
“I, personally, can sleep and I think it’s just the sound of the plane that just soothes me.”
Ensuring her safety, she always fastens her seatbelt over the blanket in case of any unexpected turbulence. The bunks also usually come with reading lights for convenience.
Charlie further revealed that these snug spaces are where crew members can “have a little nap at 40,000 feet somewhere across the Atlantic”.
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After take-off, rest periods are scheduled and rotated among the crew to ensure everyone gets a chance to recharge.
As per Cabin Crew Wings, on flights ranging from 8 to 12 hours, staff might be allocated an hour or two for their rest break.
On ultra-long-haul flights (those exceeding 12 hours), they are often given up to four hours to rejuvenate and be ready to help passengers.
Cabin Crew 24 reveals that passengers “rarely know about these spaces as they are often hidden from view”.
Despite being compact, these compartments provide enough comfort for crew members during their breaks.
They come equipped with essentials like privacy curtains and ventilation systems.
The website also emphasises that rest for cabin crew is a “critical part of ensuring the safety and efficiency of the flight”.
This is because the onboard staff have numerous responsibilities, including handling emergencies and providing customer service.
Charlie’s TikTok video, offering a peek into where TUI cabin crew members catch some shut-eye, has garnered more than 30,000 likes and nearly 200 comments.
One person remarked: “I’d pay good money to have one of these instead of a normal seat.” Another chimed in: “Gosh I’d feel very claustrophobic.”
A third expressed their astonishment, saying: “Why have I travelled long haul millions of times with TUI and never knew about these.”
Meanwhile, a fourth commented: “Been on a TUI 787 many times, where on Earth is this located on the plane?!?!” To which Charlie responded: “At the back most people think it’s a toilet!”
Travel pillows are a common sight in any flight but shopping insiders have warned that they’re not always the best answer to getting decent sleep on a plane
You may not need a travel pillow to sleep better(Image: Getty Images)
Anyone who’s been on a plane will know how difficult it can be to get decent sleep – unless you’re lucky enough to be in First Class of course – so it’s no surprise that in recent decades, travel pillows have become a must-have accessory for holidaymakers.
However, one shopping insider has claimed that they’re not actually a travel essential, but instead they’re a ploy to get travellers to spend money when they’re tired at the airport.
Fred Harrington, CEO of Proxy Coupons, has claimed that despite their popularity, most travel pillows actually offer little real support for your head and neck because they’re designed for one specific sleeping position. He explained: “These things are everywhere in airports because they’re impulse buys that prey on tired travellers.”
If you’re on a short flight, then your belongings could be enough to get you through a short nap. Fred shared one of his travel tips: “A rolled-up jumper or small cushion from home does the same job without the bulk. Better yet, invest in noise-cancelling headphones – they’ll help you sleep far better than any pillow.”
Travel pillows are a common sight on planes(Image: Getty Images)
Fred explained that often, holidaymakers incorrectly believe that they need “specialised gear for every scenario”, but that the reality is that “simple, versatile items usually work better”. Other items he claimed are not necessary for travel included travel-sized toiletries (if you’re travelling with more than just a cabin bag), universal adaptors, incorrect portable phone chargers and portable clothing steamers.
Of course if you are flying long-haul, you may be looking for as many tricks as possible to get some decent sleep.
Luckily, one sleep expert was recently on hand to share their top tips for beating jet lag. That included answering the age-old debate; do you try and sleep on the flight, or do you power through and stay awake in a bid to keep jet lag at bay? According to Martin Seeley, CEO and sleep expert at MattressNextDay, it all comes down to when you are actually travelling.
He recently explained: “The answer depends on when you arrive. If your flight lands in the morning or early afternoon, getting some sleep on the plane will help you avoid exhaustion on arrival. Use an eye mask, earplugs, and a travel pillow to make yourself comfortable.
“But if you’re landing at night, try to stay awake for the last few hours of the flight to help you fall asleep once you get there. Sleeping at the right time on the plane is one of the best ways to reduce jet lag.”
If you’re thinking of just squeezing in a few power naps, then you may want to set yourself an alarm. According to Martin, you’ll want to limit naps to no more than half an hour, or it could actually be detrimental when trying to get your body to adapt to the new time zone. He added: “The goal is to stick as closely as possible to the local time, so your body clock adjusts faster and jet lag doesn’t drag on.”
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The East of England Ambulance Service and Essex County Fire and Rescue Service were also at the scene
An aircraft has crashed at London Southend Airport, police have confirmed.
Essex Police said it was alerted to a 12-metre plane on fire at the site in Southend-on-Sea shortly before 16:00 BST on Sunday.
The East of England Ambulance Service said four crews were at the scene including a rapid response vehicle, a hazardous area response vehicle and a senior paramedic.
The Labour MP for Southend West and Leigh, David Burton-Sampson, said on X: “My thoughts are with everyone involved.”
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Following the crash all flights from Southend Airport have been cancelled
A spokesperson for Essex Police said: “We are working with all emergency services at the scene now and that work will be ongoing for several hours.
“We would please ask the public to avoid this area where possible while this work continues.”
Essex County Fire and Rescue Service said it was called to the incident at 15:58 and has asked people to avoid the area if possible.
A spokesperson said: “Crews from Southend (two), Rayleigh Weir and Basildon (two), along with off-road vehicles from Billericay and Chelmsford attended.
“We are continuing to work at the scene with our emergency services and aviation partners.”
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BBC reporter Nick Hull said an air ambulance had left the scene just after 17:45
Police said, as a precaution, officers have evacuated the Rochford Hundred Golf Club and Westcliff Rugby Club due to its proximity to the incident.
An eyewitnesses from Westcliff Rugby Club said a presentation event was happening at the time of the incident.
Matt Dent, Southend City Council’s cabinet member for business, culture, music and tourism, said on X: “I am aware of the live serious incident ongoing at London Southend Airport.
“At present all I know is that a small plane has crashed at the airport. My thoughts are with all those involved, and with the emergency services currently responding to the incident.”
Brits looking for hot and sunny holiday destinations won’t need to go far with Europe’s sunniest beach less than 5 hours away – and with plenty of cheap flights available
It’s been crowned Europe’s sunniest beach(Image: Getty Images)
Brits looking for sun, sea and sand on their holidays may want to consider a trip to Europe’s ‘sunniest beach’ where they’ll find balmy temperatures of 32C and a daily average of 10h 26m of sunshine.
Ölüdeniz Beach in Fethiye, Turkey, has been crowned as the must-visit for sun-seekers, impressing not only with its weather but also its golden sands and swim-friendly waters. In fact, those azure shores are also home to the iconic ‘Blue Lagoon’ that you’ll no doubt have seen in your social media feeds.
The breathtaking coastal spot topped new rankings from the experts at Saga Holidays, who looked at factors such as sunshine hours and average temperatures across both high seasons and low seasons. (So whether or not you’re tied to the school holidays, you can enjoy a sun-soaked getaway!).
The nearest airport to the beach is Dalaman, which is about a 45-minute drive from Ölüdeniz Beach. The good news for Brits is that there are heaps of budget-friendly flights to Dalaman direct from the UK. For example, easyJet has flights from £17.99 each way, while Ryanair has one-way flights from £29.99 in August. In fact, you can find returns from £54 according to Skyscanner, although it’s worth noting that the cheapest rates often don’t include extra hand luggage allowance.
A view of the beach and lagoon(Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto)
It’s not just the sunshine that makes Ölüdeniz Beach a must-visit for the summer holidays. The Blue Flag beach boasts postcard-worthy turquoise waters, fine sandy shores, and a lush green backdrop that wouldn’t be out of place in a storybook. Of course a beautiful beach like this is always popular, so it’s worth noting that it can get quite busy during the peak summer months.
There are three sandy parts to the beach – one of which is free – but for the other two there’s a small entry fee if you want to visit, with some amenities available such as sunbeds you can hire, and a series of watersports to enjoy (again you’ll need to pay an extra fee if you want to hire equipment for the likes of paddleboarding or kayaking).
On Tripadvisor the beach gets a mixed bag of reviews. Although visitors all generally agree that it’s beautiful and the surrounding mountains make for a beautiful backdrop, because the beach has become so famous, some holidaymakers have slammed the beach for getting too crowded. If you want to check it out for yourself, then it’s well worth getting up early so you can enjoy the quieter moments of the day before the larger crowds arrive.
Alternatively you could visit in low season between November and April when temperatures range around 19C – so while it may be a little chilly for getting into the water, you can still enjoy those breathtaking views while out on a scenic stroll.
It wasn’t the only beach to impress in Saga’s rankings. Anthony Quinn Bay on the Greek island of Rhodes came a close second with a three-minute difference in terms of hours of sunshine, and 32C temperatures during the peak summer months.
You can check out the full list of Europe’s top 10 sunniest beaches below:
Ölüdeniz Beach (Blue Lagoon), Fethiye
Anthony Quinn Bay, Rhodes
Nissi Beach, Ayia Napa
Playa de las Teresitas, Tenerife
Agia Fotia Beach, Crete
Playa de Maspalomas, Gran Canaria
Lay’s Mile Beach, Limassol
Elafonissi Beach, Crete
Tsamadou Beach, Samos
Praia do Barril, Tavira
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The Starlink constellation of satellites will provide internet to the Virgin fleet of Airbus and Boeing aircraft, the airline’s CEO Shai Weiss announced on Tuesday evening
The Wi-Fi will be streaming quality and free(Image: Getty Images)
Virgin Atlantic has pledged to provide free, streaming-quality Wi-Fi to all passengers on all of its planes by the end of 2027.
Elon Musk’s Starlink constellation of satellites will provide internet to the Virgin fleet of Airbus and Boeing aircraft, Virgin Atlantic chief executive Shai Weiss announced on Tuesday evening.
According to Space Explored, Starlink for aviation is different from the typical ground-based product and uses a specially made antenna that can work at high speeds and remain reliable over long periods. A number of airlines have announced plans to use the service by the end of 2025, including United Airlines, SAS, and Air France.
Virgin Atlantic is aiming to be the first UK airline to offer the service, which will be unlimited for every passenger who signs up to the airline’s Flying Club loyalty scheme. The airline hopes to have it installed on its fleet of Airbus A330neos, A350s, and Boeing 787s by the end of 2027.
Some frequent flyers are bound to welcome the move, given the current high cost and unreliable nature of in-flight Wi-Fi. Others may feel that being disconnected from the internet for a few hours now and again is something to be cherished.
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Virgin Atlantic is also updating its fleet(Image: NurPhoto via Getty Images)
CEO Shai Weiss said: “To fulfil the brief that we’ve set ourselves, which is to offer free, basically unlimited, streaming-quality connectivity on a plane, right now there’s only one solution: it is Starlink. We were the first airline to launch Wi-Fi fleet-wide across the Atlantic, and now we will be the first fleet to complete this transformation.”
The rollout of Starlink was not the only major announcement on Tuesday evening.
Virgin Atlantic also plans to invest £17 billion in a mixed fleet of 45 next-generation, fuel-efficient aircraft, including 19 A330-900s, 12 A350-1000s, and 14 B787-9s, with an average fleet age of just under seven years by 2028.
It will also increase the number of premium seats across its fleet due to high demand.
Premium economy seats will increase from 35 to 56, while business class will increase from 31 to 44. Economy seats, meanwhile, will decrease from 192 to 127.
“In the last four decades, we’ve evolved from a challenger to a leader and a premium, long-haul flag carrier. We exist to make our customers smile—it’s that simple—obsessing over finding new ways to delight our guests, delivered by our amazing people, on our journey to become the most loved travel company,” Shai said.
“We are investing billions to fly the youngest fleet across the Atlantic; the first UK airline to have free, streaming-quality, fleet-wide Wi-Fi; more premium cabins; and a full retrofit of the 787 fleet—alongside a new app featuring the world of Virgin Atlantic in your pocket, all delivered by our amazing teams. The best is yet to come.”
New routes include East Midlands Airport to Antalya in Turkey, meaning another winter-sun destination has opened up for those in the Midlands, as well as East Midlands to Sharm El Sheikh and Cardiff Airport to Hurghada, resulting in year-round flying from Wales to Egypt
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Bookings have opened for TUI’s latest holiday destinations.
The German package giant has announced it will be adding capacity to locations in the Canary Islands and Egypt, as demand for sizzling getaways continues to be strong—despite the roasting hot May and June that the UK has just experienced.
New routes include East Midlands Airport to Antalya in Turkey, meaning another winter-sun destination has opened up for those in the Midlands, as well as East Midlands to Sharm El Sheikh and Cardiff Airport to Hurghada, resulting in year-round flying from Wales to Egypt.
Once its 2026/27 winter programme begins, TUI will connect British holidaymakers with more than 2,000 hotels across 50 destinations. New places to stay this year include three new concept hotels: the TUI BLUE Yaramar in Costa del Sol, the TUI MAGIC LIFE Redsina in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, and the stunning HOLIDAY VILLAGE Skanes Resort in Tunisia.
TUI will also be flying holidaymakers out to Phuket in Thailand and Montego Bay in Jamaica, with an additional weekly flight from London Gatwick.
Couples looking for somewhere sunny to tie the knot may be tempted by a TUI wedding in Thailand. The travel firm is adding the South Asian country to its wedding destination list for the first time, bringing the total number to 15, with over 125 venues to choose from.
TUI has also added Arctic Lakeland to the programme, with direct flights from Manchester to Kajaani twice a week. Keen to tap into the trend, TUI said the addition would meet demand for traditional Lapland holidays, which “consistently sell out year after year.”
Chris Logan, commercial director at TUI UK, said: “Our Winter 2026 programme is designed with great value at its core. We understand that Brits are looking for both affordability and exceptional experiences, which is why we’ve expanded our range of destinations and included some great-value getaways to choose from. We’re making winter getaways more accessible than ever before. Whether it’s a week of winter sun in the Canaries or a dream holiday to the Caribbean, there really is something for everyone.”
Bookings for the Winter 2026 programme are available starting today through TUI’s website, app, and retail stores across the UK.
New holidays on offer include:
Thailand Escape A 14-night holiday to Khao Lak, Thailand, staying at the 3T+ The Briza Beach Resort Khao Lak on a bed and breakfast basis from £1,595 per person. Price is based on two adults sharing an Annexe Deluxe double room with pool view and balcony, departing from London Gatwick on 2 December 2026, with 20kg hold luggage per adult and transfers included.
East Midlands to Antalya Getaway A seven-night holiday to Antalya, Turkey, staying at the 5T TUI Palm Garden on an all-inclusive basis from £975 per person. Price is based on two adults sharing a double room with balcony, departing from East Midlands on 30 March 2027, with 25kg hold luggage per adult and transfers.
TUI MAGIC LIFE Redsina, Egypt A seven-night holiday to Sharm El Sheikh, staying at the 5T TUI MAGIC LIFE Redsina on an all-inclusive basis from £896 per person. Price is based on two adults and two children sharing a family area deluxe double room with garden view and balcony, departing from London Gatwick on 26 November 2026, with 20kg hold luggage per adult and transfers.
A sleep expert has shared his top tips for beating jet lag, and answered the age-old question regarding whether you should sleep during a flight or try to stay awake
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Beating jet lag can feel near-impossible (Image: Rex)
Kicking off a holiday with jet lag is less than ideal. After all, feeling tired and groggy and sometimes nauseous is hardly how anyone wants to start a trip, and you may try a power nap but it rarely fixes the issue entirely.
Luckily one sleep expert has offered up some of their best tips for trying to beat the tiredness, as well as revealing how you can put the odds in your favour when it comes to adjusting your body clock.
That includes offering a resolution to the age-old debate; do you try and get some kip on the flight, or do you power through and stay awake? It turns out that your strategy needs to differ depending on whether you’re flying in the morning or at night.
Martin Seeley, CEO and sleep expert at MattressNextDay, explained: “The answer depends on when you arrive. If your flight lands in the morning or early afternoon, getting some sleep on the plane will help you avoid exhaustion on arrival. Use an eye mask, earplugs, and a travel pillow to make yourself comfortable. But if you’re landing at night, try to stay awake for the last few hours of the flight to help you fall asleep once you get there. Sleeping at the right time on the plane is one of the best ways to reduce jet lag.”
Being tactical about when you sleep on flights is key (Image: Getty Images)
As for the flight that could ease your jet lag symptoms? Consider an evening arrival if you can. He added: “Landing at night can actually work in your favour. Once you arrive, keep things calm and dim the lights to help your body know it’s time to wind down. Avoid screens and bright lights, which can trick your brain into thinking it’s still daytime.
“Head straight to your accommodation and try to sleep as close to the local bedtime as possible. If you’re not sleepy, don’t stress-relax with a book or calming music in low light until you feel ready to nod off. Your body clock will start to adjust even if sleep doesn’t come immediately.”
While those power naps may be tempting, he warned not to sleep more than half an hour, or it could push your bedtime later and therefore stop your body from naturally adapting to the new time zone. “The goal is to stick as closely as possible to the local time, so your body clock adjusts faster and jet lag doesn’t drag on,” he said.
If you’re going to be flying long-haul, don’t wait until your travel day to adjust either. In fact, a few days beforehand it’s worth moving your bedtime by up to an hour every day towards the time zone you’re travelling to, so that in theory there’s less of a shock to the system once you do arrive.
According to Martin, research has shown that it can take your body clock up to a week to fully adjust, “so every bit of pre-trip prep helps”.
Once you’re on holiday, there are a few things you can do to try and ease your body into the new time zone too. “Temperature plays a key role in signalling to your body when to sleep and when to wake,” he said. “Try taking a warm shower in the morning to help wake you up and a cool shower about an hour before bed to encourage sleepiness. Keeping your bedroom cool – around 16 to 18°C – also supports deeper, more restful sleep. These simple temperature cues can help your body adjust faster to a new time zone and reduce jet lag.”
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