Airfare & hotels price increases predicted for 2018
The price of flights and hotel stays are set to increase substantially in 2018. Bad news indeed for business travellers and their employers. It has been reported this week that those who travel for work can expect to pay up to 10% more for their corporate adventures, though prices will vary depending on destination. GBTA […]
British Airways launching Paris, Prague, Reykjavik to London City routes
It’s all go over at British Airways. Just weeks after we brought you news of their shiny new Club World and Club Europe services, they’ve announced a series of new European routes. It has been revealed that the airline will now be operating flights from London City Airport, to Paris, Prague and Reykjavik. The new […]
British Airways’ two week strike action – 19th July onwards
British Airways have announced that there will be another two weeks of disruption for travellers this month. Strike action is planned from 19th July. When does it start, when does it end and why are staff walking? Keep reading. British Airways Strike Dates BA cabin crew are in the middle of a long running dispute […]
US Laptop Ban Lifted on Emirates & Etihad Airways
Travellers to the US with Emirates and Etihad Airways will be relieved to hear that the ‘laptop ban’ has been lifted on both airlines. An announcement was made this morning and company bosses revealed that passengers will once again be able to bring laptops, mobile phones and electronic devices on board, with immediate effect. Extra […]
The Rise of Mobile Apps in Business Travel
In the not too distant past, booking a flight for business would often have entailed a trip or at least a phone call to your travel agent. If a flight was cancelled, everyone flocked to airport customer service desks or phoned help desks and to find your way about a new city, there was nothing […]
Flybe Remind Travellers of New Cabin Baggage Rules
Flybe have issued a reminder to travellers about what size and weight of cabin baggage that they will accept onboard an aircraft. Just as the summer season gets into full swing and airports become packed with crowds of holidaymakers, the airline have reached out to make sure their new rules are complied with. Previously, it […]
WIN Flights From Belfast to London Heathrow with British Airways
**Competition Closed** Would you like to visit London this summer? Catch a flight to the big smoke, visit Trafalgar Square or catch a show in the West End? This could be your opportunity. Beyond Business Travel have teamed up with British Airways and have a pair of return flights from Belfast to London Heathrow to […]
British Airways strike: Flights cancelled due to cabin crew action
Flights Between Abuja, Doha, Muscat and London Heathrow Cancelled Thousands of people are set to be affected by 16 day long cabin crew strike, which will impact British Airways passengers. The airline have announced a number of flight cancellations and warned of disruption and delays, as they prepare for the industrial action. Mixed Fleet Unite […]
Beyond Business Travel Assist Clients ‘Stranded’ in London
Beyond Business Travel received a touching email of thanks this week, after stepping in to help clients affected by British Airways’ recent computer crisis. An IT engineer has been blamed for taking down the company’s computer systems, leaving 75,000 people stranded around the world as a result. The whole fiasco started with a short power […]
Etihad Withdraw Free Chauffeur Service at International Airports
Etihad have announced a series of changes to the way their airline operates. Their free chauffeur service will soon be a thing of the past for many travellers. Previously, all business and first class passengers could avail of a free chauffeur service at every airport serviced by Etihad. Now, that will only be an option in Abu Dhabi. […]