Posts Tagged ‘London Heathrow Airport’

Flybe Confirms Additional Capacity In Response To BA Industrial Action

Posted on 12 Mar 2010 at 5:16pm

UK’s Number One Domestic Airline Adds seats at London Gatwick, Southampton, Jersey, Aberdeen and Dusseldorf to keep Britain on the Move.

Flybe regularly reviews travel disruption caused by industrial action on all forms of public transport be it trains, ferries or aviation and increases frequency and availability accordingly.

In order to give passengers impacted by the British Airways action a reliable and great value alternative, Flybe can therefore confirm it has increased the number of seats available on a number of our UK and European routes. Specifically, these are London Gatwick to and from Aberdeen, Jersey and Dusseldorf. Additionally, Flybe has upped the number of seats available for purchase from Southampton to a range of destinations to assist BA customers who otherwise might fly from Heathrow or Gatwick.

Easter Holiday Treats From Thomson Tailormade

Posted on 23 Feb 2010 at 8:57am


With Easter Holidays fast approaching, why not escape the cold weather in the UK and head off on a family break to the sunshine? Tour Operator Thomson Tailormade (0871 664 0273 ) is offering a huge range of Easter holidays to suit every taste and budget, from the fabulous beaches of Antigua to the crystal clear waters of the Maldives, palm fringed shores of Malaysia and much much more.

Penang, Malaysia, departing 5th April 2010. 7 nights from £1,300 per adult and £699 per child.

Price includes accommodation on a room only basis at the 4 Star Park Royal Penang, return flights from London Heathrow with Cathay Pacific and transfers.

You will find plenty to occupy you at the Park Royal Penang which enjoys a central location in Batu Ferringhi, close to local stores, craft stalls and nightlife. Shaded by palm trees, the hotel leads directly onto a golden sandy beach and the colourful night market is located within walking distance. Facilities include 2 swimming pools, spa, 2 restaurants, 2 bars, water sports, tennis, gym, games room and Koko Nut kids klub.

For bookings and information visit www.thomsontailormade.com or call 0871 664 0273

Kenya, departing 5th April 2010. 7 nights from £883 per adult and £515 per child.

Price includes accommodation on an All Inclusive basis at the 3 Star Papillon Lagoon Reef Resort, return flights from London Heathrow with Kenya Airways and transfers.

Papillon Lagoon Reef is located on the Southern Tip of Diani Beach, widely considered to be Kenya’s most beautiful beach, and is very private and quiet – perfect for enjoying a holiday away from it all. The hotel is built in traditional Swahili style, and nestles within exotic gardens, where toucans and colobus monkeys populate ancient baobab trees – the oldest tree is around 300 years old. Make the most of the beach-side location with a wide range of water sports including windsurfing, snorkelling and beach fishing, or book a diving trip with the resident dive team to explore the nearby coral reefs.
For bookings and information visit www.thomsontailormade.com or call 0871 664 0273

Maldives, departing 6th April 2010. 7 nights from £2,499 per adult and £750 per child.
Price includes accommodation on a b&b basis at the 4 Star Plus Hilton Iru Fushi Resort & Spa, return flights from London Heathrow with Sri Lankan Airlines and transfers.
Island settings don’t come much more idyllic than this. Set within the quiet Noonu Atoll, the lavish Hilton Maldives Iru Fushi Resort and Spa is surrounded by more than 52 acres of powdery white sand and tropical greenery. Facilities include 6 Restaurants including ‘The Cellar’, an over water wine cellar where guests can enjoy a more intimate dinner with vintage wines, 3 bars, swimming pool with children’s pool area, Infinity edge lap pool, kids club, PADI Gold Palm dive centre, water sports, gym, tennis courts, badminton, volleyball, table tennis, pool tables, cyber cafe and library.
For bookings and information visit www.thomsontailormade.com or call 0871 664 0273

Sharm el Sheik, departing 9th April 2010. 7 nights from £699 per person.
Price includes accommodation on a b&b basis at the 4 Star Hilton Fayrouz Resort, return flights from London Gatwick with Thomson Fly and transfers.
The Hilton Fayrouz is a peaceful oasis located on its own golden beach, right in the heart of Na’ama Bay with its shopping, restaurants and popular terraced bars. From world-class diving and water sports to lazing languidly by the numerous resort pools, there’ll be a perfect distraction no matter what it is you fancy.
For bookings and information visit www.thomsontailormade.com or call 0871 664 0273

Antigua, departing 12th April 2010. 7 nights from £1,499 per adult and £739 per child.
Price includes accommodation on an All Inclusive basis at the 3 Star Jolly Beach Resort, return flights from London Gatwick with British Airways and transfers.
Jolly Beach Resort & Spa has an impressive range of facilities that will appeal to anyone looking for a lively, fun-packed holiday in a great location. Kids will love the new 8,000 sq.ft. fantasy pool and adults will love the swim-up bar! All rooms are ocean facing and families will appreciate the Superior rooms offering more space. The children’s club runs evening parties and teenager’s evenings so parents can enjoy a romantic meal at one of the stunning restaurants on offer. Facilities include 5 restaurants, 5 bars, 2 swimming pools, water sports, tennis courts, beach volleyball and football, games room, fitness centre, evening entertainment, kids club (3-12 years) and teens club (13 – 16 years).
For bookings and information visit www.thomsontailormade.com or call 0871 664 0273

Chiva-Som Launches Brand New Golf Clinic

Posted on 15 Feb 2010 at 9:26am

This month, Asia’s original and best destination spa, Chiva-Som launches its brand new golf clinic. The new Chiva-Som Golf Clinic incorporates a thoughtfully designed series of all-in-one packages to suit all levels of golfer, from beginner to advanced players. Tailored to individual golfers’ skills and requirements, the packages will be offered in conjunction with nutritional consultation and analysis.

Chiva-Som’s resident professional golf coach will analyse the player’s game and technique, helping to fine-tune their swing and eliminate any slice or pull, in addition to giving expert tips on how to manage the game as players move around the course. Integral to the golf clinic packages are sessions on golf biomechanics, providing advice for guests on increasing their strength and flexibility, and opportunities to vastly improve handicaps through vital targeted fitness.

Guests returning from the fairway will experience a soothing Deep Tissue Massage delivered by one of Chiva-Som’s world-class specialist physiotherapists, designed to ease the common golfing ailment of tight, overworked muscles. During the second half of the course, players’ legs can feel heavy and tired which can result in more bogeys than pars. Chiva-Som’s renowned nutritionists will help put this right, giving expert advice on food intake to ensure optimum energy levels right until the 18th green. Balanced nutrition will provide core muscles with the requisite energy to perform and recover, bringing a positive effect to guests’ ongoing health and lifestyle, during and beyond their visit to Chiva-Som.

All Chiva-Som golf clinic packages include one 55-minute professional golf lesson at one of Hua Hin’s leading courses, including Royal Hua Hin, Banyan Golf, Black Mountain, Spring Field Golf and Palm Hill; one 55-minute biomechanics session; and one 55-minute Deep Tissue Massage.

Elegant Resorts (01244 897 538; www.elegantresorts.co.uk) offer seven nights at Chiva-Som from £3,110 per person, based on two sharing an Ocean View double room. Price includes three Chiva-Som spa cuisine meals per night of stay; daily massage; individual health and wellness consultation; use of the water therapy suites; and participation in the daily fitness and leisure activities. Price also includes return flights with Thai Airways from London Heathrow and onward private car transfers. Based on 9 July 2010 departure.

Golf Clinic packages are priced from THB11,887.70 (approximately £228) per person. The packages can be booked in advance through a UK tour operator partner or in resort.

No 1 Traveller Launches at London Gatwick and London Stansted

Posted on 11 Feb 2010 at 4:54pm

No.1 Traveller launches on Monday 1 February – a new approach to catching a flight that combines chauffeured airport transfers, airport concierge services and exclusive lounges, to create a seamless journey for the discerning passenger, from driveway to runway.

Created by innovative travel company, the No.1 Group, which last year opened stylish new lounges at Gatwick and Stansted airports (called No.1 Gatwick and No.1 Stansted), the No.1Traveller experience finally makes catching a flight a real pleasure.

No.1 Traveller is available to everyone, from companies to the individual business traveller, to the holidaymaker or honeymooner.

No.1 Traveller offers a tailored service at each step of the journey to and through the airport, with a focus on exceptional service, delivered at great value. No.1 recognises the need for a stress-free, and reliable experience when catching a plane. And, as airport security once again becomes more time-consuming, No.1 offers havens within the airport, where the traveller can make the most of their time, working or relaxing as they choose.

Airport Transfers The company boasts a modern fleet of Mercedes-Benz E, S and V class vehicles, with punctual, experienced and immaculately-presented drivers, and prices comparable to the cost of a standard people carrier from London’s leading minicab operators. Prices to Heathrow from London’s West End start at £58.20.

Concierge Whether printing off vital documents, arranging a return car journey or sorting out what to do with the house keys, No.1’s concierge service is an invaluable safety net for any traveller, and is available to all our members and anyone using our services on the day.

Lounges No.1 lounges are a haven within the airport. Each lounge has a number of areas in which to relax, work or socialise, features a fully-tended bar and offers table service from our welcoming and attentive team. The complimentary food and drink offering includes a range of cakes, savoury snacks and fresh fruit, with light bistro-style dishes available to order. The bar serves a full range of hot and cold drinks, wines, beers and spirits. A range of champagne and cocktails is also available for purchase. Lounge access can be purchased for £17.50 per adult (or less, if booked as part of a package with a car, or by using a No.1 card).

Corporate Membership & the No.1 Card Companies can optimise their staff’s travel time in one easy move by taking a corporate membership for five or more employees.

Each member gets a No.1 card, which also offers discounts on cars, lounges and complimentary use of the concierge service – which employees can also use for their own leisure travel, as an added perk. Individual travellers can subscribe to the No.1 Card for just £28 per annum, which includes one free lounge entry.

The No.1 Group is a British company, founded by the multi award-winning West End theatre producer, Phil Cameron. “As a frequent traveller, I know how stressful and unpredictable getting to the airport can be. We’ve created No.1 Traveller to take the hassle and stress away, and to let the traveller actually enjoy catching a flight again.

“We’re excited about this major launch in the UK and to building a reputation as the obvious choice for getting you, the passenger, to your flight. Whether it’s for work or a wedding, everyone wants their trip to get off to a good start, and for the best possible price. We’re here to make sure our customers feel their journey is happening their way.”

The company opened its first lounge at JFK International Airport in 2007 and, since then, has served hundreds of thousands of satisfied passengers. It will continue to extend its services to major airports across the UK during 2010 and 2011, with coverage of over sixty percent of the UK travel market in the next eighteen months.

No 1 Traveller Launches at London Gatwick and London Stansted

Last Minute Valentines Breaks To Vienna, Cologne And Geneva

Posted on 27 Jan 2010 at 2:21pm

Celebrate this year’s St. Valentine’s Day with a difference by whisking your loved-one away for a romantic European city break. Specialist tour operator, Dertour offers a range of long weekends, including historic Vienna, the colourful city of Cologne and cosmopolitan Geneva.

VIENNA £369pp – Depart 12 February from London Heathrow for two nights in romantic Vienna, staying at the three star Hotel Graben. The hotel is family-run, designed in Art Nouveau style and situated close to many boutiques and antique shops right in the centre of the city, with St Stephen’s Cathedral and the Imperial Palace very close by. Priced from £369 per person, based on two people sharing on bed and breakfast basis, including return flights.

COLOGNE £299pp – Cologne is one of Germany’s oldest cities and there is lots for romantic couples to see and do, including the Chocolate Museum and the breathtaking Cathedral. Depart 12 February from London Heathrow for a two night stay on bed and breakfast basis at the three star Hotel Konigshof, a family-owned hotel in the heart of the city. Price also includes return flights. Based on two people sharing.

GENEVA £329pp – Geneva is a beautiful, cosmopolitan city in the French speaking part of Switzerland, framed by the stunning Alps and situated at Europe’s largest lake, Lake Geneva, so it provides an ideal romantic backdrop for a Valentine’s weekend. Depart 12 February for a two night break staying on bed and breakfast basis at the three star Hotel Longchamp located a short walk away from Lake Geneva. Price also includes return flights. Based on two people sharing.

American Idols With Thomson Tailormade – US Deals

Posted on 16 Jan 2010 at 2:07pm

AMERICAN IDOLS WITH THOMSON TAILORMADE FANTASTIC USA DEALS, BOOK BY JANUARY 26TH

American Idol returns for its much-anticipated ninth season this month. Every year, tens of thousands of hopefuls from across the United States audition for a shot at stardom. Headed by Simon Cowell, the judging panel this year will be joined by guests including Victoria Beckham, Mary J. Blige, Shania Twain and Ellen DeGeneres.
Why not skip the auditions and the judges harsh critique but visit the fantastic cities the show tours?
Tour Operator Thomson Tailormade has some great offers in Dallas, Boston, Los Angeles, Orlando, Chicago and Atlanta.

Thomson Tailormade offers 4 nights at the 3 Star Hotel Indigo Dallas from £649 per person. Price includes accommodation on a room only basis and return flights from London Heathrow with Continental Airlines. Departing 15th March 2010. Book by 26th January 2010.
A nationally registered landmark, Hotel Indigo offers true ‘Texan hospitality’, a chance to enjoy fun, fast paced city life in tranquil surroundings. Centrally located in Downtown Dallas, it’s a stylish urban oasis, close to an array of shopping, dining and entertainment experiences. Enjoy dinner at the hotel’s popular Phi Restaurant or pop out and enjoy the best Southwestern hospitality in one of Dallas’ fine eateries.

Thomson Tailormade offers 4 nights at the 4 Star Millennium Biltmore Hotel Los Angeles from £599 per person. Price includes accommodation on a room only basis and return flights from London Heathrow with Virgin Atlantic. Departing 20th March 2010. Book by 26th January 2010.
Since it opened in 1923, the landmark Millennium Biltmore Hotel has been home to Presidents, Kings and Hollywood celebrities. Its classic décor can be found throughout the lounges and restaurants to the luxurious guest rooms. Located in the financial and cultural heart of downtown Los Angeles, the former home of the Academy Awards is within close proximity to the Music Centre, theatres, shopping and restaurants. Guests can relax in the elegant surroundings, away from the bustling city yet only a short drive to Beverly Hills, Hollywood and Universal Studios. Facilities include a swimming pool, health club, beauty salon, two bars and two restaurants.

Thomson Tailormade offers 3 nights at the 3 Star Plus Avenue Hotel Chicago from £599 per person. Price includes accommodation on a room only basis and return flights from London Heathrow with Continental Airlines. Departing 11th May 2010. Book by 26th January 2010.
The Avenue hotel Chicago, a new downtown luxury hotel, is situated next to Chicago’s famous Magnificent Mile – perfect for shopaholics! The hotel décor is trendy and modern with a sleek finish to everything. Facilities include an outdoor rooftop pool, rooftop dining at the Sky Lounge, fitness centre and in room spa services.

Thomson Tailormade offers 3 nights at the 3 Star Plus Boston Park Plaza Hotel and Towers from £599 per person. Price includes accommodation on a room only basis and return flights from London Heathrow with British Airways. Departing 1st June 2010. Book by 26th January 2010.
This large hotel is home to some delicious restaurants including the famous Todd English’s Bonfire Restaurant. Relax with a Guiness at M.J. O’Connor’s Irish Pub after a day in this walking city seeing the sights. For those wanting to use public transportation, it’s all conveniently located just outside the hotel.
Facilities include Todd English’s Bonfire Steakhouse, Whiskey Park Bar and Night-club, McCormick and Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant, M.J. O’Connor’s Authentic Irish Pub, Finale – All Desserts restaurant, Swans Cafe Lobby Bar & Restaurant, a fitness centre, business centre, barber and beauty salon.

Thomson Tailormade offers 7 nights at the 3 Star Monumental Movieland Hotel Orlando from £549 per person. Price includes accommodation on a room only basis and return flights from London Gatwick with Virgin Atlantic.
Departing 15th June 2010. Book by 26th January 2010.
It’s all about movies and shopping at this centrally located hotel. Just minutes away from the new Millenia shopping Mall, featuring stores such as Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Neiman Marcus, plus over a hundred shops and restaurants are all within walking distance on International Drive. Be treated like a moviestar at this friendly hotel with excellent facilities which include an outdoor swimming pool, restaurant, bar and games room.

Northern Lights Light Up 2010’s Best Value Destination

Posted on 13 Jan 2010 at 6:16am

- Iceland Northern Lights City Break includes flights, three nights accommodation + Northern Lights tour from £269.

The Northern Lights are at their peak activity levels through the end of March in Iceland and to provide UK travellers with an affordable way to see this natural wonder, Icelandair is pleased to offer the Northern Lights City Break. This holiday package includes flights from London Heathrow, Manchester or Glasgow, three nights accommodation and Northern Lights tour from £269*.

The Northern Lights tour takes place the evening following the day of arrival and is operated by Reykjavik Excursions. Passengers are picked up at their hotel and driven to an area outside of Reykjavik to search for the natural phenomenon. Every tour is different since the leader takes the group to the area where they are most likely to see the lights that day based on weather. The tour generally lasts three hours and makes for an exciting evening out exploring the rugged Icelandic wilderness.

In addition to the tour, the Northern Lights City Break provides free days to enjoy exploring Reykjavik, relaxing at the Blue Lagoon or enjoying one of Iceland’s many winter activities. Plus, due to the exchange rate, Iceland has not been as cheap as it currently is in decades, so now is the time to travel to this winter wonderland. In fact, Lonely Planet recently named Iceland one of its Top 10 Value Destinations for 2010.

The offer is good through 31st March 2010 travel. It must be booked online at www.icelandair.co.uk by 31st January. Hotel upgrades are available at an extra cost. Icelandair is one of Iceland’s longest established companies, connecting the world and Iceland for over 70 years.

Netflights launches in Thomas Cook and Going Places stores giving customers greater choice and security in 2010

Posted on 06 Jan 2010 at 6:04am

Netflights launches in Thomas Cook and Going Places stores giving customers greater choice and security in 2010

Netflights, one of the UK’s leading tailor-made travel companies, is starting the new year with a new look and a new booking option with thousands of its flight, hotel, car hire and holiday deals now available in over 800 Thomas Cook and Going Places stores nationwide.

Previously only available via the internet or over the phone, holidaymakers are now able to take advantage of netflights’ great holiday deals with the added security of booking through the best known name in travel.

As well as discounted airfares from over 135 airlines including BA, Virgin and Qantas, netflights also offers reduced rates at over 30,000 hotels worldwide, great value holiday packages and car hire options in over 50 countries – giving customers the flexibility to choose how long, when, where, and who they want to travel with.

To coincide with its high street launch, netflights has revamped its image for the New Year with the introduction of a new look logo, which includes the strapline ‘Travel Your Way’ to reflect the wide range of flexible holiday options and booking channels available.

Terry Fisher, Managing Director of Thomas Cook Scheduled Businesses, said; “Netflights is renowned for offering great deals to a host of destinations such as Dubai, New York, Thailand and Australia. We’re excited that holidaymakers on the high street can now take advantage of these prices along with the expertise, heritage and security offered by the Thomas Cook name and its travel agents.”

Netflights deals for 2010

To ensure holidaymakers find the best deals in 2010, netflights will be part of Thomas Cook and Going Places’ in-store ‘Price Beat’ pledge, challenging customers to find a better scheduled flight price anywhere on the high street and they will beat it by £1. All customers need to do is provide a written quotation for the same trip within 48 hours of booking a netflights scheduled flight with Thomas Cook or Going Places and they will qualify for the Price Beat promise.

For those looking for more than just flights, netflights is also offering hundreds of free kids places, free half board options and free nights on selected hotel and holiday deals throughout the whole of 2010 – guaranteeing even more great savings on summer and winter breaks.

Here’s just a snapshot of where netflights can take holidaymakers in 2010…

Flight Only

Return flights to Dubai, flying from London Heathrow with Royal Brunei Airlines from £273 per person – departure dates up to 09 July 2010. Offer valid until 31 March 2010

Return flights to Shanghai, flying from London Heathrow with Qatar Airways from £395 per person – departure dates up to 16 July 2010.

Return flights to New York, flying from London Heathrow with Delta Airlines from £269 per person – departing 7th January – 31st March 2010. Offer valid until 25th January 2010.

Return flights to Sydney, flying from London Heathrow with Qantas from £661 per person – departing 16 April – 20th June 2010. Offer valid until 02nd February 2010.

Room Only

Staying at the 3 star Hotel Edison, 47th Street, New York on room only basis costs from £58 per person per night. Offer valid until 06th February 2010.

Staying at the 3 star The Great Southern Hotel, Sydney on room only basis costs from £33 per person per night. Offer valid until 09th February 2010.

Staying at the 3 star Ibis City Centre, Dubai on room only basis costs from £23 per person per night. Offer valid until 09th February 2010.

Holiday Prices

Netflights – 2 nights in New York from £449 per person

Staying at the 4 star Novotel Times Square on room only, flying from London Heathrow with Kuwait Airways. Travelling between 1st February – 11th March 2010

Netflights – 8 nights in Puket from £659 per person

Staying at the 4 star Centara Karon Resort, Phuket on bed & breakfast basis, flying from London Heathrow with Thai International Airways. Travelling between 7th April – 30th June 2010

Netflights – 3 nights in Dubai from £579 per person

Staying at the 5 star Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Jumeirah Beach on room only basis, flying from London Heathrow with Royal Brunei Airlines. Travelling between 8th May – 9th July 2010.

Netflights – 5 nights in Las Vegas from £629 per person

Staying at the 5 star Bellagio Hotel and Casino. Las Vegas Strip on room only basis, flying from London Heathrow with Delta Airlines. Travelling between 1st June to 30th June 2010

Get Fit In The Snow At Grand Resort Bad Ragaz, Switzerland

Posted on 06 Jan 2010 at 5:48am

Grand Resort Bad Ragaz Invites Guests To Get Fit In The Snow

January 2010…/ Gruelling boot-camp breaks may be popular with those wanting to get fit or lose weight, but they are usually high on the pain factor and low on enjoyment. For guests wanting to hone their physique and improve fitness levels in an alternative way this winter, Swiss health retreat Grand Resort Bad Ragaz is offering some fun ways to get fit in the snow.

For skiers and non-skiers a visit to the local mountain, the Pizol, is a must. 40 kilometres of perfectly groomed slopes await, inviting skiers to enjoy carving, free-riding or simply a leisurely ski. Non-skiers can enjoy the enchanting winter landscape on a guided snow-shoe hike, a toboggan ride or a bracing walk through the countryside of the stunning Bündner Herrschaft region. After enjoying the great outdoors, guests can treat themselves to pure relaxation in the To B. Wellbeing & Spa and refuel at one of the outstanding restaurants at the Grand Resort. The Ski & Wellness Package includes a 4 day ski pass and daily fitness and relaxation lessons to ensure guests truly feel the benefits of their stay.

Ski & Wellness Package

5 nights’ accommodation

Generous daily buffet breakfast

Fresh fruit and Ragaz water each day

Welcome gift

Access to the To B. Wellbeing & Spa

Admission to the Tamina Therme thermal baths

Daily fitness and relaxation lessons

2 luxury spa treatments of your choice

4 day Pizol ski pass

Transfers between the Pizol cablecars and the hotel

Prices from 1,223 Euros per person

For more adventurous skiers there is the chance to explore the excellent skiing in the surrounding areas, whether it’s on the Pizol or further afield in Davos, Klosters, Lenzerheide, Flumserberg, Flims/Laax or Arosa. Former professional ski racer Franco Cavegn will whisk guests away for an exceptional skiing experience, offering professional tips and tricks to hone their style and skills on the snow.

Carving Days with Franco Cavegn – 7-10 January 2010, 18-21 January 2010, 2-5 February 2010 (minimum 4 persons, maximum 8 persons).

3 nights’ accommodation

Generous daily buffet breakfast

Fresh fruit and Ragaz water each day

Welcome aperitif

Dinner in the Restaurant Bel Air

Access to the To B. Wellbeing & Spa

1 Swedish whole body massage

Fitness and relaxation lessons

2 day ski pass

Refreshments on the slopes

Farewell drinks

Prices from 1,527 Euros per person

2010 Accommodation Rates:

Nightly rates in a new Spa Loft at Grand Resort Bad Ragaz (+41(0)81 303 30 30; www.resortragaz.ch) start at 550 Euros, based on two adults sharing on a B&B basis.

Getting There:

Swiss International Airlines (www.swiss.com/uk; 0845 601 0956) offers up to 20 daily flights a day to Zurich from London Heathrow, London City, Birmingham and Manchester. Return fares, including all taxes and charges, start from £107 in economy class and £376 in business class.

It’s also easy to travel from London to Zurich by train, taking Eurostar to Paris, then a direct Paris-Switzerland high-speed TGV. The TGV from Paris to Zurich are run by Lyria, a consortium of the French and Swiss national railways. From Zurich, Bad Ragaz is an easy train ride away – it takes 1 hour and the trains run about every 30 minutes.

Netflights launches in Thomas Cook and Going Places stores giving customers greater choice and security in 2010

Posted on 05 Jan 2010 at 12:02pm

Netflights, one of the UK’s leading tailor-made travel companies, is starting the new year with a new look and a new booking option with thousands of its flight, hotel, car hire and holiday deals now available in over 800 Thomas Cook and Going Places stores nationwide.

Previously only available via the internet or over the phone, holidaymakers are now able to take advantage of netflights’ great holiday deals with the added security of booking through the best known name in travel.

As well as discounted airfares from over 135 airlines including BA, Virgin and Qantas, netflights also offers reduced rates at over 30,000 hotels worldwide, great value holiday packages and car hire options in over 50 countries – giving customers the flexibility to choose how long, when, where, and who they want to travel with.

To coincide with its high street launch, netflights has revamped its image for the New Year with the introduction of a new look logo, which includes the strapline ‘Travel Your Way’ to reflect the wide range of flexible holiday options and booking channels available.

Terry Fisher, Managing Director of Thomas Cook Scheduled Businesses, said; “Netflights is renowned for offering great deals to a host of destinations such as Dubai, New York, Thailand and Australia. We’re excited that holidaymakers on the high street can now take advantage of these prices along with the expertise, heritage and security offered by the Thomas Cook name and its travel agents.”

Netflights deals for 2010

To ensure holidaymakers find the best deals in 2010, netflights will be part of Thomas Cook and Going Places’ in-store ‘Price Beat’ pledge, challenging customers to find a better scheduled flight price anywhere on the high street and they will beat it by £1. All customers need to do is provide a written quotation for the same trip within 48 hours of booking a netflights scheduled flight with Thomas Cook or Going Places and they will qualify for the Price Beat promise.

For those looking for more than just flights, netflights is also offering hundreds of free kids places, free half board options and free nights on selected hotel and holiday deals throughout the whole of 2010 – guaranteeing even more great savings on summer and winter breaks.

Here’s just a snapshot of where netflights can take holidaymakers in 2010…

Flight Only

Return flights to Dubai, flying from London Heathrow with Royal Brunei Airlines from £273 per person – departure dates up to 09 July 2010. Offer valid until 31 March 2010

Return flights to Shanghai, flying from London Heathrow with Qatar Airways from £395 per person – departure dates up to 16 July 2010.

Return flights to New York, flying from London Heathrow with Delta Airlines from £269 per person – departing 7th January – 31st March 2010. Offer valid until 25th January 2010.

Return flights to Sydney, flying from London Heathrow with Qantas from £661 per person – departing 16 April – 20th June 2010. Offer valid until 02nd February 2010.

Room Only

Staying at the 3 star Hotel Edison, 47th Street, New York on room only basis costs from £58 per person per night. Offer valid until 06th February 2010.

Staying at the 3 star The Great Southern Hotel, Sydney on room only basis costs from £33 per person per night. Offer valid until 09th February 2010.

Staying at the 3 star Ibis City Centre, Dubai on room only basis costs from £23 per person per night. Offer valid until 09th February 2010.

Holiday Prices

Netflights – 2 nights in New York from £449 per person

Staying at the 4 star Novotel Times Square on room only, flying from London Heathrow with Kuwait Airways. Travelling between 1st February – 11th March 2010