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EasyJet and British Airways Cause Travel Turmoil with Multiple Flight Cancellations During Bank Holiday Weekend – Passengers Express Outrage Over Airline’s ‘Appalling’ and ‘Uncoordinated’ Customer Support

August 26, 2023

Thousands of British travellers faced disruptions to their bank holiday travel plans when British Airways and easyJet had to cancel multiple flights. Air Traffic Control imposed reduced flying due to poor weather conditions in parts of Western Europe, leading to significant flight cancellations by both airlines on Thursday. The chaos continued into Friday as British …

Supersonic Concorde, Breaking New York to London Record Flying at 1,350mph, Receives Hudson River Tour During Transfer from Intrepid Museum to Brooklyn Shipyard for Renovation

August 11, 2023

A supersonic Concorde aircraft belonging to British Airways, which previously held the record for the fastest flight from New York to London at a speed of 1,350 miles per hour, recently had its slowest journey while being transported along the Hudson River. This iconic jet, which was once capable of traveling at twice the speed …

Do Your Personalities Transform at the Airport? British Airways Unveils Five Different Traveler ‘Personas’, from ‘Ambler’ to ‘Athlete’

August 8, 2023

Have you ever noticed a change in your personality when you step into an airport? It turns out that more than half of Britons feel that way, according to a survey conducted by British Airways. The survey categorized travelers into five different ‘airport personas’. The most common persona is the Airport Ace, who is always …

How the Wealthy Navigate the Big Squeeze: Cutting Back on Manicures, Sharing Meals, and Opting for Scotland over the Hamptons

August 7, 2023

It’s been a few weeks into summer and I find myself already annoyed. The constant rain and tourists asking for directions to the nearest shisha bar have made me realize that Knightsbridge is not as glamorous as it seems. I long for happier times, when one door closed (my boys’ school for summer break) and …

British Airways gives employees a generous 13% salary increase following reductions during the Covid-19 pandemic

August 5, 2023

British Airways employees have successfully negotiated a significant pay increase of over 13%, reversing the pay cuts that were implemented during the height of the pandemic. Approximately 24,000 workers at the airline will receive a 13.1% pay rise over an 18-month period, along with a one-off payment of £1,000. This deal, facilitated by the Unite …

British Airways to reintroduce complimentary tea and coffee – with some exclusions

July 17, 2023

In 2017, the decision to reduce refreshments was seen as the end of an era for the premium airline and was aimed at bringing it closer to its budget competitors like Easyjet and Ryanair. However, customers were unhappy with the change, feeling that it degraded the service that had previously set the airline apart. Free …

Should we be concerned about the increasing turbulence?

June 17, 2023

Buckle up tight because we’re in for some turbulent flights ahead. Recent research from the University of Reading shows that rising temperatures and changes to the jet stream have led to a significant increase in turbulence in the sky. Severe turbulence has risen by 55% between 1979 and 2020, and experts predict that it will …

Understanding Your Right to a Refund: A Comprehensive Guide

June 17, 2023

British Airways (BA) has caused major disruptions for thousands of travelers this week due to an IT glitch. The issue, which has now been resolved, continues to create chaos for those traveling during the half-term holiday. Passengers are uncertain about whether their flights will proceed due to the impact on cabin staff schedules caused by …

This chaos is unfair towards vacationers.

June 12, 2023

The COVID-19 restrictions on international travel have been among the most ill-conceived measures imposed by the government. Trying to keep out a virus that was already circulating in the UK was illogical, resulting only in lost opportunities to go on holiday, visit friends and family overseas, and a travel industry pushed to the brink of …