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RIVIERA TRAVEL TO REMOVE REGIONAL FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS
Riviera Travel has announced that it will remove regional flight supplements on all river cruise and escorted touring holidays from next year.
This will be a permanent change and applies to 14 of the largest regional airports across the UK and Ireland including Belfast, Dublin, Edinburgh and Manchester.
Riviera will operate over 􏰅,􏰆􏰂􏰂 regional flights next year, which will serve river cruise itineraries including to the Seine, Rhone, Douro, Rhine and Danube and touring holidays including to France, Spain, Italy, Germany, Norway and Iceland.
A number of solo traveller-specific cruises and tours are also on offer, all of which have a selection of regional flights.
Will Sarson, head of strategy and innovation at Riviera Travel, said: “With ever-increasing numbers of people looking to holiday from next year, we’re excited to be able to offer even more flexibility for our guests around the country.
“We offer a wide selection of dates and regional departure options across the UK and Ireland, meaning guests can enjoy the convenience of flying direct from their local airport and all at great value.”
For more information, visit rivieratravel.co.uk or contact your Riviera Travel account manager.
BETTER DAYS ARE COMING.... THEY ARE CALLED SATURDAY & SUNDAY
BELFAST AND BEYOND WITH EMERALD AIRLINES, THE EXCLUSIVE OPERATOR OF AER LINGUS REGIONAL SERVICES TO AND
FROM BELFAST CITY AIRPORT
Looking to fly from Belfast City Airport to Birmingham, Edinburgh, Leeds Bradford, Manchester, Glasgow, Cardiff, Southampton and Exeter?
Emerald Airlines, the exclusive operator of Aer Lingus Regional services, is offering convenient flight schedules to facilitate regular business trips or quick city breaks to and from Belfast City Airport.
Passengers can book tickets now via www.aerlingus.com and www.britishairways.com
Earn and Burn - Aer Club & Avios Redemption
As an added benefit, by flying on Aer Lingus Regional flights operated by Emerald Airlines, passengers can benefit from the AerClub loyalty programme by redeeming and utilising their Avios points.
AerClub, the Aer Lingus’ loyalty programme, recognises the most loyal and frequent Aer Lingus flyers through a four- tier structure. Earn Tier Credits based on frequency and spend with Aer Lingus - the more earned in each 12-month qualification period the further you advance.
About Emerald Airlines
Emerald Airlines is the exclusive operator of the Aer Lingus Regional route network. The airline currently flies 􏰀􏰁􏰂 flights per week across 􏰃􏰂 routes. With fares starting from £37.99, Emerald Airlines will be providing more options for those travelling to and from Belfast City Airport.
Green Skies Ahead — Emerald Airlines’ Fleet
The ATR72-600 forms the backbone of Emerald Airlines’ growing fleet. The ATR 􏰄􏰃 turboprop-equipped aircraft is regarded as the go-to model for short-haul flights due to its short take-off and landing capabilities.
With improved fuel-efficiency and the lowest Greenhouse Gases of any aircraft in its class, the ATR 72 stands out as an eco-friendly aircraft with fuel burn 40% below its nearest competitor.
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