Tag Archives: Emirates

Introducing London’s first cable car

By Katie | Published July 2, 2012 | 1 Comment

London has a new attraction to add to its growing list. With the Olympic Games expected to attract millions to the city this summer, they can now enjoy some spectacular Thames views while they’re at it on London’s first cable car. Continue reading »

Travel News | Also tagged 2012, London, Olympics, sightseeing, summer, UK

In-flight calls to become the norm

By Katie | Published May 21, 2012 | Leave a comment

As Virgin Atlantic becomes the first airline to offer in-flight mobile phone calls (using your own mobile!), more airlines are looking in the same direction. Aviation experts predict that it’ll become the norm in no time, maybe even by the end of the year. Continue reading »

Travel News | Also tagged in-flight services, Travel News, Twitter, Virgin Atlantic

Cheap hotels in Dubai offer festive feasts

By Jeremy | Published November 29, 2010 | Leave a comment

While cheap flights to Dubai would likely be regarded by most as an excellent Christmas gift, some traditionalists may be concerned that their turkey and trimmings will go amiss.

Dubai flights and hotels news | Also tagged Cheap hotels, Christmas, Dubai

Dubai flights offer gateway to Christmas classics with a twist

By Jeremy | Published November 27, 2010 | Leave a comment

Although Christmas in the desert may not sound traditional, staying in cheap hotels in Dubai can still offer some old-fashioned festive fun.

Dubai flights and hotels news | Also tagged Cheap flights, Christmas, Dubai, hotels

Britain lifts Sri Lanka travel ban

By Katie | Published August 12, 2010 | Leave a comment

For the first time in 30 years the UK has lifted its travel ban for the northern regions of Sri Lanka after the British High Commission completed a security assessment. The original threats to British tourists were unexploded mines and terrorism, both of which prove to be amended, opening Sri Lanka for tourism! Continue reading »

Travel Ideas | Also tagged beach, Sri Lanka, travel ban, Travel News

Mobiles on a plane, who’s got’em?

By Katie | Published August 3, 2010 | Leave a comment

Have you ever sneaked a text message from your mobile while flying? Did you switch your cell phone on when the flight attendant wasn’t looking, just to see if you got a signal? The use of mobile phones in-flight has been a travel taboo for years, could it be changing? Some airlines are giving the thumbs up to chit-chatting while flying, is it good or bad news? Continue reading »

Travel Tips | Also tagged Air France, airline companies, BMI, British Airways, mobile phones, technology