Tourists planning holiday tours to Adelaide in 2012 will be treated to some of the most high-profile events returning to this thriving Aussie city.
One of the major highlights to look out for will be the Adelaide's Big Day Out. Those buying tickets on cheap flights to Adelaide can add the dazzling Adelaide's Big Day Out to their travel itinerary as Australia's biggest music event reaches the city.
Scheduled to take place on 3rd February 2012, Adelaide's Big Day Out will feature some of the world's leading musicians and performers entertaining the audiences at the Adelaide Showground. Some of the leading bands to be featured during this eclectic festival will be Kasabian, My Chemical Romance and Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds.
Those seeking cheap flights to Adelaide for an extended stay can also partake in the Adelaide Fringe, which is set to take place between 24 February and 18 March 2012. One of the country’s largest arts festivals, the Adelaide Fringe will be featuring Australia’s dazzling arts and culture scene! This amazing event is all set to celebrate its 52nd year in 2012.
Tourists hopping on Adelaide flights during March 2012 will be able to treat their senses to everything from opera, theatre, literature, cabaret, outdoor entertainment to visual arts in the joyous Adelaide Festival.
The Adelaide Festival will run from 2nd to 18th March 2012 and will feature nearly 1000 talented performers.
A trip to Adelaide in March certainly promises loads of visual and acoustic treats. The connoisseurs of music and dance can check out WOMADelaide, one of the country's most popular outdoor music festivals, which will be celebrating its 20th anniversary from 9th to 12th March, 2012.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Monday, January 30, 2012
Qatar Airways Pleases its Fans
Qatar Airways fans who until now missed the Doha based airline’s premium hospitality in the UK can rejoice as the airline has opened a new lounge at Terminal 4 of the London’s Heathrow Airport. Well, the lounge is only for the airline’s first and business class passengers!
Interestingly, the lounge resembles a boutique hotel and boasts swanky delicatessen, Signature Martini bar, private shower services, heated floors and mirrors, toiletries, free Wi-Fi network for utmost comfort to those booking tickets for flights to London.
The airline also announced raising the number of flights on the Heathrow- Doha route from daily four to five from March 25. So all those late bookers who were aiming for booking cheap economy class tickets on flights to London for Olympics 2012 do have a chance!
Qatar to Become First Dreamliner Operator
Tickets on flights to London may further get cheaper with Qatar Airways, for it is planning to be the first airline to operate Boeing 787 from the UK (London as its first destination outside the Gulf). That, if the airline makes mind to pass on the fuel cost savings from it’s highly fuel efficient Dreamliners to travellers in the form of cheap flight tickets. The airline gets its Dreamliner this coming summer.
Not just fuel efficient, flight aboard Dreamliner means more space and more comfort with higher seat pitch, even for those buying economy class cheap flight tickets.
The airline will also serve one of its five daily flights on Heathrow-Doha sector with Deamliner. The 787 flight to London will feature plenty of economy seats due to its bigger size and two class configuration.
Interestingly, the lounge resembles a boutique hotel and boasts swanky delicatessen, Signature Martini bar, private shower services, heated floors and mirrors, toiletries, free Wi-Fi network for utmost comfort to those booking tickets for flights to London.
The airline also announced raising the number of flights on the Heathrow- Doha route from daily four to five from March 25. So all those late bookers who were aiming for booking cheap economy class tickets on flights to London for Olympics 2012 do have a chance!
Qatar to Become First Dreamliner Operator
Tickets on flights to London may further get cheaper with Qatar Airways, for it is planning to be the first airline to operate Boeing 787 from the UK (London as its first destination outside the Gulf). That, if the airline makes mind to pass on the fuel cost savings from it’s highly fuel efficient Dreamliners to travellers in the form of cheap flight tickets. The airline gets its Dreamliner this coming summer.
Not just fuel efficient, flight aboard Dreamliner means more space and more comfort with higher seat pitch, even for those buying economy class cheap flight tickets.
The airline will also serve one of its five daily flights on Heathrow-Doha sector with Deamliner. The 787 flight to London will feature plenty of economy seats due to its bigger size and two class configuration.
Mumbai to see the arrival of new monorail
Travellers taking flights to Mumbai will soon be able to travel the city and get great views at the same time as it is poised to open its new monorail service.
A 19.5 km corridor of the new monorail network is due to open in the city between Jacob Circle to Chembur, with the service set to open later this year.
Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority(MMRDA) have announced the monorail will be split into two parts, with the Jacob Circle to Wadala section to open in the summer months, followed by the Wadala to Chembur by the end of the year.
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A 19.5 km corridor of the new monorail network is due to open in the city between Jacob Circle to Chembur, with the service set to open later this year.
Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority(MMRDA) have announced the monorail will be split into two parts, with the Jacob Circle to Wadala section to open in the summer months, followed by the Wadala to Chembur by the end of the year.
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Emirates & Alaska Airlines Agreement On Frequent Flier Program
Emirates is out to make all the right noises with the airline’s launch date of Seattle to Dubai flight services drawing near.
Dubai based airline has now partnered an American player, Alaska Airlines, to come up with a frequent flier program alliance that is sure to make travellers happy. Under the agreement, passengers will be able to accrue Alaska Airlines’ Mileage Plan miles when they travel to any of Emirates’ more than 100 destinations worldwide. Likewise, it will now possible for Emirates’ Skywards members to accrue miles across the Alaska Airlines flight network.
And what’s more, to promote this new frequent flier deal, the two carriers will offer double miles on each others’ flights, starting March 1 through May 31, 2012! Although neither of the airlines is known in the aviation sector for offering cheap flight tickets but now with the option of redeeming their air miles with any of the airline, frequent travellers may find it a tad bit easy to find cheap flight tickets with the carriers. Other privileges like airport lounge access are also up for grabs.
As mentioned earlier, this specific business partnership might well be a move to make a buzz around the airline scheduled launch of flights to Dubai from Seattle. With these new flights to Dubai, Emirates not only wishes to cater travellers in Dubai and Seattle but also offer a convenient stop over to those who wish to further travel to regions like Indian Subcontinent.
This new service will also make Seattle the newest gateway for Emirates in the US after New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Houston and most recently, Dallas/Fort Worth.
Dubai based airline has now partnered an American player, Alaska Airlines, to come up with a frequent flier program alliance that is sure to make travellers happy. Under the agreement, passengers will be able to accrue Alaska Airlines’ Mileage Plan miles when they travel to any of Emirates’ more than 100 destinations worldwide. Likewise, it will now possible for Emirates’ Skywards members to accrue miles across the Alaska Airlines flight network.
And what’s more, to promote this new frequent flier deal, the two carriers will offer double miles on each others’ flights, starting March 1 through May 31, 2012! Although neither of the airlines is known in the aviation sector for offering cheap flight tickets but now with the option of redeeming their air miles with any of the airline, frequent travellers may find it a tad bit easy to find cheap flight tickets with the carriers. Other privileges like airport lounge access are also up for grabs.
As mentioned earlier, this specific business partnership might well be a move to make a buzz around the airline scheduled launch of flights to Dubai from Seattle. With these new flights to Dubai, Emirates not only wishes to cater travellers in Dubai and Seattle but also offer a convenient stop over to those who wish to further travel to regions like Indian Subcontinent.
This new service will also make Seattle the newest gateway for Emirates in the US after New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Houston and most recently, Dallas/Fort Worth.
Celebrate Republic Day in Delhi
Travellers taking flights to Delhi later this month could arrive in time to join in the city's celebrations of Republic Day.
Taking place on January 26th 2012, the event marks the date the country became an independent republic.
Celebrations are started with a flag raising ceremony in the morning which is watched by the country's president.
It is then followed by a parade of the armed forces, with a floats and performances then coming down the Rajpath to represent the culture of each of the vast nation's states.
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Taking place on January 26th 2012, the event marks the date the country became an independent republic.
Celebrations are started with a flag raising ceremony in the morning which is watched by the country's president.
It is then followed by a parade of the armed forces, with a floats and performances then coming down the Rajpath to represent the culture of each of the vast nation's states.
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Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Sri Lankan Airlines Increases Flights To GCC Countries
Sri Lankan Airlines, the flag carrier of Sri Lanka, is increasing its flight frequency to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries from its hub at Colombo’s Bandaranaike Airport. The airline is further planning to diversify its range of services to bank on the sizeable growth in inbound air travel traffic.
Furthermore, there has been a spate of cheap flights to Colombo from the GCC countries because of increasing competition, during the last five years. Sri Lanka has witnessed a 43.2 per cent increase in number of holiday makers looking for tickets to cheap flights to Colombo from GCC countries.
From December 23, Sri Lanka’s national airline will be operating two extra flights between Colombo and Muscat, thereby increasing its total frequency to four weekly flights. The flights to Muscat from Colombo will be operated on Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Recently, the airline increased its flight frequency from Doha to Colombo from five to seven flights per week. Additionally, the airline is working on plans to operate daily flights from Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Kuwait and increase as many as five flights between Colombo and Riyadh and Jeddah.
Sri Lankan Airlines operates 64 flights every week to seven Indian cities - Bangalore, Mumbai, Madras, Delhi, Trichy, Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi and is also expected to increase to 77 flights per week after December 23.
Besides the increased flight frequency, the airline has recently got into a revamp of its fleet, which will be completed by July, 2012. Sri Lankan is expected to offer remarkable travel experience with swish interiors and a traditional Sri Lankan aura.
The airline is already offering easy links to its global route network of 60 destinations in Europe, Middle East, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Far East, North America and Australia.
Furthermore, there has been a spate of cheap flights to Colombo from the GCC countries because of increasing competition, during the last five years. Sri Lanka has witnessed a 43.2 per cent increase in number of holiday makers looking for tickets to cheap flights to Colombo from GCC countries.
From December 23, Sri Lanka’s national airline will be operating two extra flights between Colombo and Muscat, thereby increasing its total frequency to four weekly flights. The flights to Muscat from Colombo will be operated on Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Recently, the airline increased its flight frequency from Doha to Colombo from five to seven flights per week. Additionally, the airline is working on plans to operate daily flights from Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Kuwait and increase as many as five flights between Colombo and Riyadh and Jeddah.
Sri Lankan Airlines operates 64 flights every week to seven Indian cities - Bangalore, Mumbai, Madras, Delhi, Trichy, Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi and is also expected to increase to 77 flights per week after December 23.
Besides the increased flight frequency, the airline has recently got into a revamp of its fleet, which will be completed by July, 2012. Sri Lankan is expected to offer remarkable travel experience with swish interiors and a traditional Sri Lankan aura.
The airline is already offering easy links to its global route network of 60 destinations in Europe, Middle East, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Far East, North America and Australia.
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Bollywood star 'loves performing in Delhi'
People taking flights to Delhi could find they enjoy spending time in Delhi as much as Bollywood star Raja Chaudhary.
Chaudhary gave a performance in the city on New Year's Eve at Rajouri Garden and told the Times of India that he loved every minute of it.
It was the second consecutive year he had performed at the city's new year festivities and said it once again proved to be a very special concert for him.
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Chaudhary gave a performance in the city on New Year's Eve at Rajouri Garden and told the Times of India that he loved every minute of it.
It was the second consecutive year he had performed at the city's new year festivities and said it once again proved to be a very special concert for him.
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Christchurch Airport Accommodations – Comfortable and Convenient
For travellers on holidays or a stopover in Christchurch, it would not be hard to find a good hotel near the Christchurch airport.
Finding a good accommodation in Christchurch is surely not a very difficult task as the place is brimming with many options. But most stopover air travellers and some holiday makers prefer to opt for Christchurch airport accommodations as the movement to and from the airport is much smoother.
Copthorne Hotel Commodore is a fine option for those looking for an alternative near the airport. This exotic hotel is a great hit among the travellers booking flights to Christchurch. From splendid guestrooms to marvellous in-house restaurant, from outstanding recreational activities to fantastic arrangements for business meetings, Copthorne Hotel Commodore has it all.
Huntley Lodge is another very famous hotel that greets hordes of travellers booking tickets for flights to Christchurch. With a serene ambience, excellent services and mesmerizing facilities, Huntley Lodge stands out as a fascinating Christchurch airport accommodation option.
For the budget-oriented travellers booking cheap flights to Christchurch Peppers Clearwater Resort hotel is a perfect place to stay. The shimmering lakes and waterways flowing along the hotel make a perfect backdrop to relish some time in the warmth of nature.
Moreover, Chardonnay Motor Lodge is another spectacular accommodation in Christchurch. Travellers booking cheap flights to Christchurch love to plan a stay at this mesmerizing hotel that features all the modern amenities along with a friendly vibe.
Hotels around airports are surely much better placed when it comes to moving to and from the airport. Therefore, it makes sense for stopover as well as regular travellers to go for them!
Finding a good accommodation in Christchurch is surely not a very difficult task as the place is brimming with many options. But most stopover air travellers and some holiday makers prefer to opt for Christchurch airport accommodations as the movement to and from the airport is much smoother.
Copthorne Hotel Commodore is a fine option for those looking for an alternative near the airport. This exotic hotel is a great hit among the travellers booking flights to Christchurch. From splendid guestrooms to marvellous in-house restaurant, from outstanding recreational activities to fantastic arrangements for business meetings, Copthorne Hotel Commodore has it all.
Huntley Lodge is another very famous hotel that greets hordes of travellers booking tickets for flights to Christchurch. With a serene ambience, excellent services and mesmerizing facilities, Huntley Lodge stands out as a fascinating Christchurch airport accommodation option.
For the budget-oriented travellers booking cheap flights to Christchurch Peppers Clearwater Resort hotel is a perfect place to stay. The shimmering lakes and waterways flowing along the hotel make a perfect backdrop to relish some time in the warmth of nature.
Moreover, Chardonnay Motor Lodge is another spectacular accommodation in Christchurch. Travellers booking cheap flights to Christchurch love to plan a stay at this mesmerizing hotel that features all the modern amenities along with a friendly vibe.
Hotels around airports are surely much better placed when it comes to moving to and from the airport. Therefore, it makes sense for stopover as well as regular travellers to go for them!
Monday, January 16, 2012
AirAsia X Scraps Flights to Europe and India
AirAsia X could take it no more! Yes, the popular low cost airline has decided to bring its services to Europe and India to an end!
In what may seem like a big blow to travellers who seek cheap flight tickets to Malaysia from regions like Europe and India, AirAsia X said it will cease it operations to London Gatwick and Paris in Europe and Delhi and Mumbai in India.
The airline cited reasons such as sluggish demand and rising cost of operations for taking this extreme step.
The move will see the long haul budget airline withdrawing flights to Delhi, Mumbai, Paris and London from its Kuala Lumpur hub as follows:
Azran Osman-Rani, CEO of AirAsia X said prevailing economic situation as well as excessive government taxes is making it unfeasible to operate long-haul low cost flights between Asia and Europe.
Visa restrictions, increase in costs at airports and baggage handling charges are the reasons that made the airline stop flights to Delhi and Mumbai.
The airline promised to offer alternative travel options to travellers affected by the move.
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In what may seem like a big blow to travellers who seek cheap flight tickets to Malaysia from regions like Europe and India, AirAsia X said it will cease it operations to London Gatwick and Paris in Europe and Delhi and Mumbai in India.
The airline cited reasons such as sluggish demand and rising cost of operations for taking this extreme step.
The move will see the long haul budget airline withdrawing flights to Delhi, Mumbai, Paris and London from its Kuala Lumpur hub as follows:
- Mumbai- Four weekly services will be shelved (last flight on 31 January)
- New Delhi- Daily services will be suspended (last flight on 22 March). Flights to Delhi to be trimmed down to four in a week in March.
- London- Six weekly services will be terminated (last flight on 31 March)
- Paris- Four weekly services will be cancelled (last flight on 30 March)
Azran Osman-Rani, CEO of AirAsia X said prevailing economic situation as well as excessive government taxes is making it unfeasible to operate long-haul low cost flights between Asia and Europe.
Visa restrictions, increase in costs at airports and baggage handling charges are the reasons that made the airline stop flights to Delhi and Mumbai.
The airline promised to offer alternative travel options to travellers affected by the move.
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Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Delhi pedestrians 'to receive rewards'
People crossing the road after taking flights to Delhi could bear in mind the importance of keeping safe, as it may see them picking up a reward.
In an attempt to promote the safety of pedestrians in the city, the traffic police have devised the idea of offering prizes worth 5,000 rupees (£61) for people who use the capital's many footbridges.
People that use the bridges at peak times will be handed leaflets and a prize draw will be conducted, with the holders of the winning tickets to be given the money.
Coupons were first handed out from January 1st 2012 as part of Road Safety Week, with Satyendra Garg, joint commissioner of Delhi's traffic police, explaining nearly 20,000 were given to people in the first week alone.
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In an attempt to promote the safety of pedestrians in the city, the traffic police have devised the idea of offering prizes worth 5,000 rupees (£61) for people who use the capital's many footbridges.
People that use the bridges at peak times will be handed leaflets and a prize draw will be conducted, with the holders of the winning tickets to be given the money.
Coupons were first handed out from January 1st 2012 as part of Road Safety Week, with Satyendra Garg, joint commissioner of Delhi's traffic police, explaining nearly 20,000 were given to people in the first week alone.
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Flights to India for a Gratifying Eating Experience
Food is what makes tickets for holidays to India a highly revered commodity for the foodies. The delicious Indian food leaves you speechless with its unique flavours and aroma that emanate from its cuisines served in hotels, restaurants and myriad eateries in the streets.India is a veritable vortex of as many tastes and flavours as it is of various cultures. The north Indian food seems to be a cut above the rest with its extremely high popularity and is worth your air travel to this part of the country.
No wonder, Chicken Tikka masala is the most popular dish in restaurants in Britain and has been referred "a true British national dish. It is served in restaurants across the world and is found to be one in seven curries sold in the UK. For sure, many Britons have it as one of the compelling reasons for booking cheap flights to India!Delhi, the food capital of India, offers implausible variety to epicureans hopping on cheap flights to India. Gorge on mouth watering street food (yet hygienic) at Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid on a tour to Old Delhi or devour the delectable cuisines at popular restaurants on a trip to Connaught Place - Bukhara, Delhi Darbar, The Dhaba restaurant of The Claridges and Kebab Factory to name a few.
Not far from Delhi, Jaipur is another paradise for food lovers. Chokhi Dhani, Moti Mahal Deluxe, Apno Gaon, Natraj and Four Seasons are few names in Jaipur that realise the cost of your flights to India with every single bite you take on the delectable cuisines served here. Jaipur is well connected to Delhi with domestic airlines offering cheap flights.
Emirates’ Daily Service to Dublin Begins
The gloomy clouds of slowing economy are not offering much chance to people to enjoy the sunny celebrations of any sort! Yesterday, however, was a different story with Emirates’ much anticipated Dubai to Dublin flight landing in the Irish capital.
There was some cheer and much champagne sipping as the first flight to Dublin touched down at the city airport yesterday. The newly launched service is the third route for Emirates that went underway in the New Year. Prior to Dublin, the airline initiated flights to Rio de Janeiro in Brazil and Buenos Aires in Argentina in the first week of 2012.
Dubai-based Emirates will be offering daily flights to Dublin and will be plying A330-200 on the route. The aircraft will have three travel classes, catering to all categories of air travellers – from luxury seekers to passengers who opt for relatively cheap flight tickets!
Flight EK 0161 will take off from Dubai at 0700hrs and will land at Dublin at 1130hrs. Flight EK 0162 will take off from Dublin at 1255hrs and arrive at Dubai at 0025hrs, next day.
Apart from the Middle East, Emirates considers Australia as the key market for its newly launched service. Emirates has 70 flights to Australia each week, including an A380 service to Sydney. Travellers may sometimes find it hard to find cheap flight tickets on Emirates’ A380 but the on board amenities offered by the airline is surely worth the airfare!
Emirates will be launching flights to Lusaka, Harare, Seattle and Dallas in the coming months.
There was some cheer and much champagne sipping as the first flight to Dublin touched down at the city airport yesterday. The newly launched service is the third route for Emirates that went underway in the New Year. Prior to Dublin, the airline initiated flights to Rio de Janeiro in Brazil and Buenos Aires in Argentina in the first week of 2012.
Dubai-based Emirates will be offering daily flights to Dublin and will be plying A330-200 on the route. The aircraft will have three travel classes, catering to all categories of air travellers – from luxury seekers to passengers who opt for relatively cheap flight tickets!
Flight EK 0161 will take off from Dubai at 0700hrs and will land at Dublin at 1130hrs. Flight EK 0162 will take off from Dublin at 1255hrs and arrive at Dubai at 0025hrs, next day.
Apart from the Middle East, Emirates considers Australia as the key market for its newly launched service. Emirates has 70 flights to Australia each week, including an A380 service to Sydney. Travellers may sometimes find it hard to find cheap flight tickets on Emirates’ A380 but the on board amenities offered by the airline is surely worth the airfare!
Emirates will be launching flights to Lusaka, Harare, Seattle and Dallas in the coming months.
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Sri Lankan Airlines Increases Flights To GCC Countries
Sri Lankan Airlines, the flag carrier of Sri Lanka, is increasing its flight frequency to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries from its hub at Colombo’s Bandaranaike Airport. The airline is further planning to diversify its range of services to bank on the sizeable growth in inbound air travel traffic.
Furthermore, there has been a spate of cheap flights to Colombo from the GCC countries because of increasing competition, during the last five years. Sri Lanka has witnessed a 43.2 per cent increase in number of holiday makers looking for tickets to cheap flights to Colombo from GCC countries.
From December 23, Sri Lanka’s national airline will be operating two extra flights between Colombo and Muscat, thereby increasing its total frequency to four weekly flights. The flights to Muscat from Colombo will be operated on Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Recently, the airline increased its flight frequency from Doha to Colombo from five to seven flights per week. Additionally, the airline is working on plans to operate daily flights from Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Kuwait and increase as many as five flights between Colombo and Riyadh and Jeddah.
Sri Lankan Airlines operates 64 flights every week to seven Indian cities - Bangalore, Mumbai, Madras, Delhi, Trichy, Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi and is also expected to increase to 77 flights per week after December 23.
Besides the increased flight frequency, the airline has recently got into a revamp of its fleet, which will be completed by July, 2012. Sri Lankan is expected to offer remarkable travel experience with swish interiors and a traditional Sri Lankan aura.
The airline is already offering easy links to its global route network of 60 destinations in Europe, Middle East, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Far East, North America and Australia.
Furthermore, there has been a spate of cheap flights to Colombo from the GCC countries because of increasing competition, during the last five years. Sri Lanka has witnessed a 43.2 per cent increase in number of holiday makers looking for tickets to cheap flights to Colombo from GCC countries.
From December 23, Sri Lanka’s national airline will be operating two extra flights between Colombo and Muscat, thereby increasing its total frequency to four weekly flights. The flights to Muscat from Colombo will be operated on Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Recently, the airline increased its flight frequency from Doha to Colombo from five to seven flights per week. Additionally, the airline is working on plans to operate daily flights from Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Kuwait and increase as many as five flights between Colombo and Riyadh and Jeddah.
Sri Lankan Airlines operates 64 flights every week to seven Indian cities - Bangalore, Mumbai, Madras, Delhi, Trichy, Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi and is also expected to increase to 77 flights per week after December 23.
Besides the increased flight frequency, the airline has recently got into a revamp of its fleet, which will be completed by July, 2012. Sri Lankan is expected to offer remarkable travel experience with swish interiors and a traditional Sri Lankan aura.
The airline is already offering easy links to its global route network of 60 destinations in Europe, Middle East, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Far East, North America and Australia.
Monday, January 9, 2012
Egypt Might Ban Beer, Bikinis and Beach Parties
If Egyptian Islamist politicians have their way, sunbathing at Egypt’s top class resorts may soon become a thing of the past!
Almost 10 per cent of the country’s GDP comes from the tourism sector and the country really cannot afford to hamper its prospects as a top holiday resort. Each year, millions of travellers book advance tickets to bag cheap flights to Egypt, enamoured by the region’s incredible natural beauty.
People book cheap flights to Egypt to travel to sea resorts like Luxor, Hurghada, Sharm el-Sheikh for enthralling beach fun. But it seems that the revelries and festivities just might have to stop at these resorts. Given the political unrest in the country, tourism is already suffering and with the prospect of potential ban on bikinis and beer it sure is going to take a nose dive.
With the Islamic parties gaining majority of votes, all the resorts and hotels in the country may undergo severe changes that may shrink the number of tourists booking flights to plan holiday trip to Egypt.
The Muslim Brotherhood's Freedom and Justice Party is calling for 'sin-free' tourism in Egypt whereas the ultra-traditionalist Salafi Muslims` Al-Nour party wants to inflict strict Islamic law in Egypt that includes prohibition of alcohol and mixed bathing.
It appears that Egypt tourism will face severe hindrances in the coming months. Any sort of ban on tourist centric activities will certainly result in a huge drop in the number of travellers planning air travel to Egypt and landing at the country’s major airports.
Almost 10 per cent of the country’s GDP comes from the tourism sector and the country really cannot afford to hamper its prospects as a top holiday resort. Each year, millions of travellers book advance tickets to bag cheap flights to Egypt, enamoured by the region’s incredible natural beauty.
People book cheap flights to Egypt to travel to sea resorts like Luxor, Hurghada, Sharm el-Sheikh for enthralling beach fun. But it seems that the revelries and festivities just might have to stop at these resorts. Given the political unrest in the country, tourism is already suffering and with the prospect of potential ban on bikinis and beer it sure is going to take a nose dive.
With the Islamic parties gaining majority of votes, all the resorts and hotels in the country may undergo severe changes that may shrink the number of tourists booking flights to plan holiday trip to Egypt.
The Muslim Brotherhood's Freedom and Justice Party is calling for 'sin-free' tourism in Egypt whereas the ultra-traditionalist Salafi Muslims` Al-Nour party wants to inflict strict Islamic law in Egypt that includes prohibition of alcohol and mixed bathing.
It appears that Egypt tourism will face severe hindrances in the coming months. Any sort of ban on tourist centric activities will certainly result in a huge drop in the number of travellers planning air travel to Egypt and landing at the country’s major airports.
Friday, January 6, 2012
Emirates Announced Non-Stop Daily Flights to Ho Chi Minh City
Travellers who have been planning a holiday to Vietnam have a reason to be happy as they can buy tickets on Emirates Airlines new route to Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City. According to the Emirates’ news release, the airline is all set to offer non-stop daily flights to Ho Chi Minh City from 4th June 2012.
The new flight will make air travel to Vietnam, particularly for travellers from the Middle East, Africa and Europe much more comfortable and convenient.
The daily non-stop flight, EK 390 will depart Dubai International Airport at 0925hrs arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport at 1920hrs. The return flight to Dubai, EK 391 will depart Tan Son Nhat International Airport at 2050hrs arriving Dubai airport at 0045hrs, the next day.
Initially, Emirates will offer outbound flight to Ho Chi Minh City and return flight to Dubai using an Airbus A330-200 which, starting 28th October 2012, will be replaced by a Boeing 777-300 ER – both in two class configuration.
Travellers aiming to buy economy class tickets on cheap flights can now choose Emirates as the flight will offer 251 Economy Class seats - a considerably higher number than 27 Business Class seats only.
Emirates’ entry into Vietnam’s travel market with a ‘7 days-a-week non-stop flight’ is a part of its meticulous expansion plans and may spell availability of tickets on cheap flights for travellers due to increased competition in the region.
Ho Chi Minh City is Emirates’ 124th destination and eighth route launch this year. Other newly launched routes include Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro (launched on 3rd January); Dublin (9th January); Lusaka and Harare (1st February); Dallas (2nd February) and Seattle (1st March).
The new flight will make air travel to Vietnam, particularly for travellers from the Middle East, Africa and Europe much more comfortable and convenient.
The daily non-stop flight, EK 390 will depart Dubai International Airport at 0925hrs arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport at 1920hrs. The return flight to Dubai, EK 391 will depart Tan Son Nhat International Airport at 2050hrs arriving Dubai airport at 0045hrs, the next day.
Initially, Emirates will offer outbound flight to Ho Chi Minh City and return flight to Dubai using an Airbus A330-200 which, starting 28th October 2012, will be replaced by a Boeing 777-300 ER – both in two class configuration.
Travellers aiming to buy economy class tickets on cheap flights can now choose Emirates as the flight will offer 251 Economy Class seats - a considerably higher number than 27 Business Class seats only.
Emirates’ entry into Vietnam’s travel market with a ‘7 days-a-week non-stop flight’ is a part of its meticulous expansion plans and may spell availability of tickets on cheap flights for travellers due to increased competition in the region.
Ho Chi Minh City is Emirates’ 124th destination and eighth route launch this year. Other newly launched routes include Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro (launched on 3rd January); Dublin (9th January); Lusaka and Harare (1st February); Dallas (2nd February) and Seattle (1st March).
Book Flights to India to Gratify your Shopping Instinct
India is a great holiday destination to gratify your shopping instinct and features most exciting shopping hubs that mirror the multicultural facet and contemporary lifestyle here.
Delhi, the capital city of India is a prominent hub for shopping at the best spots. From sky-piercing shopping malls to traditional street markets, the city brims with endless choices that lure travellers to book airline tickets on flights to India. The shopping malls of the city like Ansal Plaza, Metro Walk Mall and Mamram Magic Mall host stores of all the world-renowned brands whereas the street markets like Dilli Haat, Janpath and Khan Market are best to buy goods at knock down prices.
A trip to Mumbai is also worthwhile and tempts hordes of shopaholics booking flights to India. The city is a dreamland for buyers looking for best of goods at reasonable prices. Street markets of the city like Chor Bazaar, Zaveri Bazaar, Fashion Street and Colaba are fantastic and make shopaholics gloat over their decision of buying cheap flights to India.
The beach paradise of India, Goa also boasts number of shopping hubs dotted all over the state. The Anujana market, Mapusa Market, Baga Beach Market and Calangute Market Square are the most popular shopping spots of Goa and stay jam-packed with travellers booking cheap flights to India. Moreover, while enjoying tour Goa, travellers may chill around at various hotels and restaurants bordered all along the traditional markets.
With such exclusive shopping options, millions of travellers plan air travel and book flights to India to partake in the most vibrant shopping hubs.
Delhi, the capital city of India is a prominent hub for shopping at the best spots. From sky-piercing shopping malls to traditional street markets, the city brims with endless choices that lure travellers to book airline tickets on flights to India. The shopping malls of the city like Ansal Plaza, Metro Walk Mall and Mamram Magic Mall host stores of all the world-renowned brands whereas the street markets like Dilli Haat, Janpath and Khan Market are best to buy goods at knock down prices.
A trip to Mumbai is also worthwhile and tempts hordes of shopaholics booking flights to India. The city is a dreamland for buyers looking for best of goods at reasonable prices. Street markets of the city like Chor Bazaar, Zaveri Bazaar, Fashion Street and Colaba are fantastic and make shopaholics gloat over their decision of buying cheap flights to India.
The beach paradise of India, Goa also boasts number of shopping hubs dotted all over the state. The Anujana market, Mapusa Market, Baga Beach Market and Calangute Market Square are the most popular shopping spots of Goa and stay jam-packed with travellers booking cheap flights to India. Moreover, while enjoying tour Goa, travellers may chill around at various hotels and restaurants bordered all along the traditional markets.
With such exclusive shopping options, millions of travellers plan air travel and book flights to India to partake in the most vibrant shopping hubs.
Thursday, January 5, 2012
Turkish Airlines Codeshares with Thai Airways and TAM
Turkish Airways (TK) seems to have considerably expanded its travel network, especially to some destinations which so far were offline network points. The airline has codeshared with Thailand’s and Brazil’s flag carriers - Thai Airways and TAM Airlines respectively.
As per the agreement with Thai Airways, the Turkish Airlines’ flyers booking flights to Bangkok will have better connections on Thai Airways-operated flights to Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Melbourne, Auckland and Kuala Lumpur. Moreover, a similar agreement will be applied to Hong Kong to provide flights between Bangkok and Hong Kong on TK coded flights to the Turkish Airlines’ flyers.
The Turkish airlines will enjoy an expanded reach - flights to Bangkok from its hub airport in Istanbul and further linking to cities in Australia, so far offline network points for the airline.
Though, both full-service and star alliance member airlines may not be popular for cheap flight tickets, the codeshare will lend a wider choice to travellers planning to travel on the routes which are part of the codeshare. However, those looking to book tickets on cheap flight can expect to benefit as any such codeshare spells increased competition on the partnered routes.
In another strategic move, Turkish Airlines has signed a codeshare agreement with Brazil’s TAM Airlines; a move that will boost the choices for holiday destinations for flyers planning to travel between South America and Europe.
Once this agreement gets the green signal, the TAM Airlines’ flyers will be able to take direct flights between São Paulo and Istanbul in a Turkish Airlines operated flight. Turkish Airlines’ customers will be able to book tickets to São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Brasília, Porto Alegre and Foz do Iguaçu; and Buenos Aires in Argentina on flights operated by TAM Airlines.
As per the agreement with Thai Airways, the Turkish Airlines’ flyers booking flights to Bangkok will have better connections on Thai Airways-operated flights to Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Melbourne, Auckland and Kuala Lumpur. Moreover, a similar agreement will be applied to Hong Kong to provide flights between Bangkok and Hong Kong on TK coded flights to the Turkish Airlines’ flyers.
The Turkish airlines will enjoy an expanded reach - flights to Bangkok from its hub airport in Istanbul and further linking to cities in Australia, so far offline network points for the airline.
Though, both full-service and star alliance member airlines may not be popular for cheap flight tickets, the codeshare will lend a wider choice to travellers planning to travel on the routes which are part of the codeshare. However, those looking to book tickets on cheap flight can expect to benefit as any such codeshare spells increased competition on the partnered routes.
In another strategic move, Turkish Airlines has signed a codeshare agreement with Brazil’s TAM Airlines; a move that will boost the choices for holiday destinations for flyers planning to travel between South America and Europe.
Once this agreement gets the green signal, the TAM Airlines’ flyers will be able to take direct flights between São Paulo and Istanbul in a Turkish Airlines operated flight. Turkish Airlines’ customers will be able to book tickets to São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Brasília, Porto Alegre and Foz do Iguaçu; and Buenos Aires in Argentina on flights operated by TAM Airlines.