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IMPORTANT: RYANAIR BOARDING PASS & CHECK-IN INFORMATION

Effective Monday, 13th October 2025, We will be updating our Ryanair check-in and boarding pass process in line with new Ryanair policy changes coming into effect from 12th November 2025.

Please read the following information carefully, as it applies to all existing and new bookings

Key Changes:
- Ryanair is moving to a paperless check-in and boarding pass system.
- All clients must have access to a mobile phone to complete the check-in process and download their boarding pass.
- Booking and check-in procedures will now differ depending on the date of booking.

For Bookings Made Before 13th October 2025
- Pre-booked seats are included in your holiday cost.
- We will continue to assign seats on your behalf.
- However, check-in and boarding passes must now be completed by the client directly through the Ryanair app.

For Bookings Made on or After 13th October 2025:
- Pre-booked seats are not included in your holiday or flight cost.
- Clients will need to purchase seats directly via the Ryanair app during the check-in process.

Step-by-Step Guide to Check-In via the Ryanair App:
1. Download the Ryanair App from your device's app store.
2. Create an account (if you do not already have one).
3. Locate your Ryanair booking reference – this can be found on your travel documents.
4. Add your booking to your Ryanair account using the reference number.
5. Use the following email address when prompted: docs
6. Your booking details will then appear in your Ryanair app profile.
7. You can now:
o Add pre-booked seats (if required)
o Enter Advance Passenger Information (APIS)
o Complete the check-in process
8. Once checked in, your boarding passes will be available in the app and can be downloaded to your phone.

Need Help?

Travelling in more than 14 days?
- Please use the "Manage My Booking" section on our website.


Travelling within 14 days?
- For urgent assistance, contact our reservations service team at 0121 508 5555
- Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Air Canada is pleased to introduce a new non-stop seasonal summer service between Edinburgh and Montréal.
Flights will be operated with Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft, accommodating 169 passengers, featuring a choice of Premium Economy and Economy Class service.

Operating three times weekly from June 27, 2025 until September 07, 2025.

US-bound customers who are connecting between Air Canada flights in Montréal can clear US Customs & Immigration formalities in Montréal, thus saving time on arrival at their final destination in the US, where their arrival is treated as a domestic flight.

Air Canada’s Boeing 737 Max 8 offers a choice of two cabins: Premium Economy featuring larger seats with additional leg room and premium services, and Economy featuring complimentary Chef-inspired and designed meals, wines, and beverages.

Enjoy award-winning inflight entertainment screens at every seat with hundreds of hours of complimentary onboard entertainment.

Etihad Airways has significantly expanded its UK network with double daily flights from Manchester starting 30 September 2025. This higher frequency delivers greater choice and flexibility between the UK’s Capital of the North and Abu Dhabi, responding to increasing customer demand.

With this in mind, the schedule is carefully designed to maximise convenience for both business and leisure travellers. Additionally, this will give travellers more frequency and connectivity to our network including the far East, Australasia, Indian subcontinent, and Africa.

With Abu Dhabi being a dynamic hub for business and innovation while offering a unique environment that fosters growth and collaboration, this new route frequency enhances connectivity between the UK and the United Arab Emirates, facilitating trade and tourism opportunities in the region.

Emirates introduces Premium Economy to Brisbane Emirates has announced that it will offer its latest product, Premium Economy, on flights EK434/435 between Dubai and Brisbane three times a week, starting from 1 February 2025.
With the introduction of the Premium Economy on flights EK434/435, Brisbane will join Sydney and Melbourne in Emirates’ Australian network to be served by retrofitted aircraft equipped with the airline's award-winning product.
By 1 April 2025, Emirates will be serving Australia with close to 4,000 Premium Economy seats, via two daily services from Sydney and two daily services from Melbourne, with a third Melbourne service launching on 30 March 2025 with a retrofitted Boeing 777 on flights EK404/405, in addition to the Brisbane service.

Firstly we are delighted to advise an increase of Qatar Airways flights from Manchester to Doha from 21 weekly flights to 24, with the addition of an extra flight, departing from MAN on Weds, Fri and Sun at 0920 from 4th June, with the inbound departing at 02.40 on the same days.

This service is planned to be operated by the Dreamliner 787 – 900 with Business Suites, and is now loaded in the GDS

This complements our existing services from MAN and will also offer good connections to the new Virgin Australia flights from Doha.

Utilising aircraft wet-leased from Qatar Airways, Virgin Australia is set to commence long-haul flights to Sydney, Brisbane and Perth from Doha from June 2025, followed by Melbourne in December 2025.

This will add an additional 28 weekly flights to Australia. See attached press release now we have the final approvals from the Australian Authorities

We’re delighted to announce that Qatar Airways Group and Virgin Australia have received final approval from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) for the airlines’ integrated alliance.

This final decision officially authorizes Virgin Australia to commence 28 weekly flights between Australia and Doha, operated under a wet lease with Qatar Airways.

With this final approval, we are set to jointly offer your clients a world-class experience on board when travelling to or from Australia.

Your clients can experience the World's Best Business Class with our Qsuite and the fastest Wi-Fi with Starlink* high-speed internet. Whether they are streaming their favourite shows, watching live sports, gaming online, or working seamlessly at 35,000 feet, they'll enjoy an unparalleled experience.

From June 2025, Virgin Australia will launch flights between Australia and Doha, Qatar, connecting to the expansive Qatar Airways network.

Our partnership will provide access to more benefits for Privilege Club and Velocity Frequent Flyer members. Your clients will continue to earn Avios on Virgin Australia operated flights.

We’re pleased to announce that our newest Airbus A380, equipped with Premium Economy and the latest cabin designs, is on its way to Manchester.

The latest retrofitted Airbus A380s will operate on EK017/EK018 to Manchester from 6 June* as a four-class configuration:
14 First Class suites, 76 seats in Business Class, 56 seats in Premium Economy Class and 332 seats in Economy Class.

Flight Sector Depart Arrive
EK018 MANDXB 1405 0020*
EK017 DXBMAN 0725 1200

*Next day arrival (All times are local)

Available to book in the GDS now.

The enhanced service to Manchester complements the four daily retrofitted Airbus A380s currently operating on the London Heathrow–Dubai route, the newly introduced Airbus A350 on the Edinburgh route, and the soon-to-launch retrofitted Boeing 777 scheduled to serve London Stansted from 7 May.

Emirates A380 Premium Economy
Premium Economy cabin is located at the front of the main deck with 56 seats laid out in a 2-4-2 configuration. Each seat offers generous pitch and width for working and relaxing, as well as customised features like in-seat charging points and a side cocktail table. The onboard experience is rounded off with meticulously selected in-flight amenities, a curated menu, and extensive beverage options, including the Chandon Vintage Brut 2016, a global exclusive to Emirates Premium Economy passengers.

The daily service was due to stop for the season on 25 October, but will now continue on a five-times-weekly basis until 5 January, 2026, with a brief pause before commencing again on 20 February next year.

From 29 March, 2026 it will then revert to a daily service. Schedules for the Boeing 757-200 route are listed in the table below.

United said that the move would increase its seat offering from Edinburgh by nearly 10%.

The carrier originally launched seasonal flights between the US and Scottish capitals in 2018, complementing its year-round flights from Edinburgh to New York Newark, and seasonal flights between Edinburgh and Chicago.

Commenting on the news Karolien De Hertogh, director sales UK and Ireland, United Airlines, said:

“As the only airline connecting Edinburgh to the United States year-round, we are delighted to announce this significant expansion which further underlines the importance of our Edinburgh services within United’s global network.

“Our customers in Scotland can now benefit from even more time and travel options to visit Washington DC, as well as an unrivalled route network from United’s Washington/Dulles hub, offering convenient nonstop connections to 65 destinations across the Americas.”

Edinburgh will join our UK network from 12 September!

Flights are up to 4 days per week and currently filed to 12 April 2026.

FI435 EDI KEF 1415-1550
FI434 KEF EDI 1000-1320

Great news for Winter 2025!

We're increasing our services from Manchester to Hong Kong with daily flights!

From 01Nov25 to 28Mar26, enjoy greater flexibility and convenience for your clients, with more options to plan the perfect trip.

Aer Lingus first route to Mexico will take flight from January 2026


Aer Lingus today announces the launch of its first direct flight to Cancún, Mexico, commencing from January 2026.

The new route from Dublin to Cancún will operate 3 times weekly on the
airline’s A330-300 aircraft

This new direct service, operating from 6 January to 29 April 2026, provides an effortless option for those looking to escape the cold Irish winter
months, while avoiding the hassle of long stopovers.

Connections from all the UK EI departure points will connect also.

Emirates and Air Seychelles have established a new codeshare partnership that will offer seamless connections for Emirates customers connecting on Air Seychelles-operated flights from Mahe to Praslin Island.

Open for sale now and effective for travel on/after 2 June 2025
Emirates will place its code on flights between Mahe and Praslin Island operated by Air Seychelles. Emirates customers will enjoy the convenience of island-to-island connectivity, hassle-free booking of itineraries on a single ticket while benefiting from competitive fares, and a single baggage policy checked through to Praslin Island.

Air Canada will launch a new daily non-stop seasonal winter service between London Heathrow and Mumbai.
Flights will be operated with Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft featuring a choice of Air Canada Signature Class, Premium Economy Class and Economy Class service.

Operating daily starting October 26, 2025 - March 28, 2026.

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New Air France flights as of 27 November 2025



3 flights from Phuket (HKT) to Paris (CDG) and vice versa

Flights operated by Boeing 777-300ER



Flight schedule

AF 156 CDG – HKTDeparture 15:50 – Arrival 09:25 +1 local time



AF 157 HKT – CDGDeparture 11:50 – Arrival 19:10 local time

New route from Edinburgh to the Faro Islands
Flying time just 1 hrs and 25 mins
Flights are on a Monday & Wednesday
Fares from just £255.00 return and include a check in bag

Please call/ email to get a quote and book!

• Extended summer 2026 transatlantic schedule includes a third daily flight from Dublin to both New
York JFK and Boston

• More flights to music city Nashville and motorsport hotspot Indianapolis to take off in summer 2026
• Services to Orlando from Dublin to operate daily next summer
• New route connects the cities of Raleigh and Durham to Ireland for the first time

Dear Travel Agent,
Aer Lingus has today announced its largest ever transatlantic summer schedule for 2026 as well as further
expansion of its long-haul network with the introduction of a new direct service from Dublin to RaleighDurham International Airport, North Carolina, next year.
Transatlantic growth

Aer Lingus has significantly grown its transatlantic network with the addition of ten new routes in the past
four years. As well as new routes, Aer Lingus has added additional capacity to many existing routes and for
summer 2026, operating its largest transatlantic schedule to date in response to demand and market
opportunities.

For summer 2026 Aer Lingus is introducing third daily flights from Dublin to both New York JFK and
Boston. The additional flights will have a late evening departure from Dublin and late-night departures from
New York and Boston, allowing customers to make the most of their days on both ends of the trip.

Aer Lingus’ popular new routes from Dublin to Nashville and Indianapolis, which launched earlier this year,
will both see frequency increased from four weekly flights to five next summer, and Dublin to Orlando will
increase to daily flights in peak summer season.
Aer Lingus services from Shannon to Boston will also increase by three weekly flights to ten in peak
summer.

Next stop, North Carolina
Aer Lingus has also announced further expansion of its long-haul network with the introduction of a direct
service from Dublin to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, North Carolina.
Taking off in April 2026, the new route will bring the total number of routes Aer Lingus operate to North
America to twenty-six. The continued growth of the airline’s North American network is part of its Dublin
Hub strategy, providing a central gateway between North America, Ireland, the UK and Europe.

The service will connect the cities of Raleigh and Durham directly to Ireland for the first time and serve the
wider State of North Carolina, with its population of over 11 million, with greater links to Ireland. The yearround route will operate up to five times weekly on Aer Lingus’ new Airbus A321 XLR aircraft. Ireland and
North Carolina share deep economic, financial and educational connections as well as shared heritage, with
significant foundations in early Scots-Irish migration.

Sentosa Discovery Choice Pass (Tourist)

Campaign Period
• From now till 31 March 2026.

Description of the campaign and mechanics:
• Choose from ONE of Sentosa's participating attractions for FREE!
Ticket Terms & Conditions Tickets are valid till 31 March 2026 from date of redemption

S/N Island Partners Experience
1 The Palawan @ Sentosa i) 1 x UltraGolf Standard Admission to 18-hole course experience
2 Scentopia Singapore i) 1 x 1x Dual Scent Perfume-Making Experience (10ml)
3 Axe Factor i) 1 x Axe Throwing Carnival Experience (up to 30 throws)
4 Mount Faber Leisure Group
i) 1 x Wings of Time Fireworks Symphony (8.40pm show)
5 SkyHelix Sentosa i) 1 x SkyHelix Sentosa Standard Admission

Please visit the Singapore Airlines Website for booking information

Qatar Airways

Privilege Club members can redeem a USD 20 voucher* for food and drinks at participating outlets across Hamad International Airport during transits of four hours or more.

Your clients simply need to add their Privilege Club member number to their booking prior to check-in and present their boarding pass between 13 April and 13 June 2026.

Travel from the 5th April - 2th July & 24th August - 3rd December 26
Book by the 7th April
Prices are net, Taxes from £181.00

Singapore from £460.00
Bangkok / Phuket from £480.00
Bali from £580.00
Brisbane from £810.00
Perth from £750.00
Sydney from £705.00
Cairns from £800.00

From the 26th February, Clients booked with Etihad on a Business Class Deluxe ticket
are eligible for chauffer drive in the following destinations...
Singapore
Bangkok
Phuket
Heathrow
UAE

When selecting the flight on our website, you will see the "flight Extras" page, You can select "Business Deluxe"
so your clients can enjoy the extra benefits. Or Call JTA to upgrade your clients to Business Deluxe.

Up to 50% off - book between 1st March - 30th April 2026

Perth-Melbourne daily service returns
This October, our daily service between Perth and Melbourne returns. Operated on a Boeing 787, this service is an extension of the existing QF 9/10 connecting London Heathrow and Perth daily. This renewed service also connect with the thrice weekly QF 34/35, allowing more flexibility and travel options for customers travelling from Paris.

Qatar Airways has published its latest revised schedule, reflecting the gradual increase in flights to and from Doha. The latest update, valid between 08 to 15 April 2026, provides additional frequencies to more than 90 destinations across Qatar Airways’ global network.

Our schedule from UK & IE

Flight Route
BHX-DOH 5 x a week
EDI-DOH 5 x a week
LHR-DOH 4 x daily
MAN-DOH 2 x daily
DUB-DOH 7 x a week

With India representing our largest area of growth outside the United States, we would like to inform you of some of our latest updates regarding our services and offerings.

From the 1st June we will be increasing our LHR-BLR services from 11 per week to 13 per week through to the end of the Summer season, marking a significant step towards double-daily operations on the route. The expanded Bengaluru schedule complements our existing double daily services from London Heathrow to both Delhi and Mumbai.

We have significantly grown our presence in India since 2019, increasing capacity by over 250% and now offering more than 500,000 seats annually between the UK and India. Our flights VS358/359 operating LHR–BOM-LHR will temporarily switch from the Boeing 787 to the Airbus A350 between 28th March and 15th May 2026. This change adds 30% more capacity on the route, further strengthening connectivity during the busy travel season.

We are going to be increasing our Indian crew complement on these routes to six per flight. So, we’ll shortly be hiring for locally based Indian cabin crew who will bring valuable language skills, cultural insight and regional expertise to the team, helping us deliver a more personalised and truly Virgin onboard experience for customers.

Singapore Airlines (SIA) operate a daily service from London Gatwick
to Singapore (SQ309).

From 31 March 2026, the schedule increases to 10 weekly, with three additional
flights on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday (SQ313).

Service from 3 July to 29 August 2026 increases to double-daily for
a total of 14 weekly flights, offering even more choice and connectivity.
From I September to 24 October 2026, flight SQ313 reverts back to
10 weekly flights.

The flight is operated by the Airbus A350-900, with Business Class,
Premium Economy and Economy Class. From Changi Airport enjoy seamless
connections to Asia, Australia and New Zealand with world-class service onboard.

Book by 30th April 2026

All Travel must be completed by the 31st December 26
Book by the 12th May 26
Fares are net and tax is extra

Cape Town from £1337.00
Buenos Aires from £1592.00
Rio from £1063.00
Punta Cana from £1229.00
Nairobi from £1248.00
Lima from £958.00
Panama City from £927.00