Medway Travel eNewsletter November 2009

Airline news

Air France to introduce baggage charges

Air France economy passengers without premium Flying Blue status will have to pay €50 to check in a second bag on flights between Europe and the US from this month.

The new fee came into effect on November 1, and will see economy passengers on flights from Europe to the US being charged €50 for a second checked bag weighing up to 23kg (or $50 for flights from the US to Europe). In addition the charge for checking in a bag weighing between 23kg and 32kg will double from €50/$50 to €100/$100.

Silver, Gold and Platinum members of the carrier’s Flying Blue loyalty scheme, and Elite members of the Skyteam frequent flyer programme will continue to be able to check in two pieces up to 23kg without charge. Passengers flying in first, business and Air France’s new Premium Voyageur class can check in two pieces up to 32kg without charge.

The new charge follows a similar move by BA, which saw a charge for a second piece of checked luggage for economy passengers on most transatlantic routes come into force on October 7.

Terminal Changes at Heathrow

Changes are taking place at Heathrow over the next few months, with more than 50 airlines moving terminals.

In most cases you will have printed itineraries from us, and of course, we are available to answer any questions.

If in doubt, you may also contact Heathrow direct. to confirm current information:

Either:

Visit: www.heathrowairport.com

Call: 0800 183 9474

Text: Your flight number to 64222

Whichever terminal you depart from, don't forget we can pre-book your airport car parking and arrange airport hotel accommodation, often at very preferential rates.

For further information, just contact us.

 

Etihad opens new lounges 

The airline's new premium lounges are open in Abu Dhabi, London Heathrow and Frankfurt airports – offering  the most comfortable, personalised experience outside of their premium cabins.

Once stepping inside the lounges,  customers will enjoy:

• Plush couches, exquisite décor and quiet, intimate corners
• Rejuvenating day-spa treatments in the world-renowned Six Senses Spa
• Fine dining – a la carte selections in our Diamond First lounge and all-day dining in the Pearl   Business Class Lounge
• State-of-the-art business facilities with enhanced connectivity and wifi-enabled laptops
• Dedicated family room with activities and children’s menu

Contact us for our best business class rates with Etihad, and experience their lounges next time you fly.

Baboo arrives at London City Airport

Geneva-based airline Baboo has commenced a twice daily service from London City Airport to Geneva. In addition to the direct service to Geneva, passengers can travel on to the Italian cities of Venice and Florence.

Despite making a stop in  Geneva, passengers travelling onwards to Venice and Florence will always experience a faster point-to-point journey. Baboo will get passengers to Venice or Florence faster than any other carrier out of London when flying from London City Airport.

The new service is operated on Baboo's 74-seat Dash 8 Q400 aircraft, with fares starting from £51 one way including taxes.

For further airline information, or to book your next flight, just contact us. 

 

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