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Written on 23^rd February 2017

Virgin Atlantic unveils new Clubhouse and check in area at Gatwick's North Terminal

Virgin Atlantic has announced further improvements to its customer journey at Gatwick, as it unveils its new home at the North Terminal. The airline has unveiled a new Clubhouse and check in area, with an increased number of kiosks, ensuring the smoothest start to every customer’s holiday.

Written on 22^nd February 2017

Storm Doris to affect travel in the UK

Storm Doris is expected to bring high winds and stormy conditions to the UK until Thursday, 23rd February. British Airways have cancelled some flights today, 22nd February.

Written on 20^th February 2017

TAG Breakfast Seminar - Safeguarding Female Travellers

The safety and wellbeing of travellers has always been of extreme importance to The Appointment Group. In recent years however, corporate policies, terrorist attacks alongside some chilling statistic regarding female traveller safety have pushed the subject of ‘duty of care’ and security well and truly into the spotlight.

Written on 16^th February 2017

ibis budget: A new room for ever more comfort and conviviality

ibis budget, the world leader in low-cost hotels, announces the creation of its new bedroom concept with a bold all-new design that channels contemporary style and easy comfort. An atmosphere already existing in the brand’s common areas.

Written on 16^th February 2017

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport: boarding quickly and easily using facial recognition

Schiphol Airport has started a test with KLM involving “biometric boarding” – one-off boarding without showing your boarding pass or passport. Passengers board the aircraft quickly and easily using a special door that recognises passengers by their faces.

Written on 16^th February 2017

Strike to cause disruption at German airports

The German union Verdi has called for a warning strike by ground handling staff for today, 16th February 2017. All departures from Berlin-Tegel Airport (TXL) and Berlin-Schönefeld Airport (SXF) today between 4pm and 8.

Written on 15^th February 2017

British Airways industrial action

All British Airways customers will be able to fly to their destinations between Friday, 17th and Monday, 20th February 2017 despite 4 days of proposed industrial action by Mixed Fleet Unite. As part of BA's contingency plan, a very small number of flights to and from London Heathrow Airport will be merged.

Written on 9^th February 2017

Lufthansa A350-900: Take off on a new digital travel experience

The A350-900 is the Lufthansa fleet’s state-of-the-art newcomer. This aircraft is considered the most advanced and most environmentally-friendly long-haul aircraft in the world.

Written on 9^th February 2017

More than 20 new routes for Air France and KLM

From the start of our new Summer Schedule (end of March 2017), Air France will be reinforcing its medium-haul network with new flights from Paris-Charles de Gaulle to Agadir (Morocco), Marrakesh (Morocco), Palma de Mallorca (Spain) and Porto (Portugal). To further expand its regional network, Air France will be adding flights from Nice and Toulouse to Athens (Greece) and Malta.

Written on 9^th February 2017

Winter Storm Niko to affect travel in Northeast US

Winter Storm Niko is disrupting travel in the Northeast region of the US today February 9th, 2017. Heavy snow accumulation is delaying flights in Boston, New York City, Philadelphia and surrounding airports.

Written on 3^rd February 2017

American Airlines move to Terminal 5 at Los Angeles Airport

In order to more easily facilitate flight connections, baggage transfers and reclaim and access to its lounges, American Airlines’ (AA) operations at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) moved from Terminal 6 to LAX Terminal 5. This move includes: Check-in facilities Terminal Transfer operations to other terminals Please note that there are no changes to: AA’s operations at LAX Terminal 4 AA’s Regional Terminal AA’s operations at Terminal B (Tom Bradley International Terminal/TBIT) Operations of AA’s Joint Business partners British Airways, Iberia and Japan Airlines (all will continue to operate flights from Terminal B) In summary, American Airlines operates from the following terminals at LAX: LAX Terminal Check-in at Please Note Terminal 4 Terminal 4 International First Class Lounge available for eligible guests.

Written on 3^rd February 2017

TSA partners with 11 additional airlines to offer TSA Pre✓®

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced the expansion of TSA Pre✓® to 11 new airlines, bringing the total number of airlines participating in TSA Pre✓® to 30. The expansion includes both foreign and domestic airlines operating within the United States.

Written on 3^rd February 2017

Four Seasons Hotel opens London at Ten Trinity Square

Just steps from the Tower of London and Tower Bridge, Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square is an ideal home base for exploring the City of London’s 2,000 year history, and its dynamic present. Arts and cultural sites abound, and London’s best markets are within walking distance.

Written on 3^rd February 2017

Hilton changes loyalty programme

Hilton announced industry-first benefits for all 60 million members of its award-winning guest loyalty program, Hilton Honors, including Shop with Points at Amazon. com.

Written on 3^rd February 2017

Travel Bulletin: Paris Louvre Museum Security Incident

A major security operation is under way near the Louvre museum in Paris after a man attempted a knife attack on soldiers patrolling the area. The attempted attack took place in the Carousel du Louvre, a commercial underground shopping centre near the entrance to the Louvre, which is one of the world’s most-visited museums.

Written on 1^st February 2017

British Airways - Unite Industrial Action

All British Airways customers will be able to fly to their destinations on Sunday 5th, Monday 6th, Tuesday 7th, Thursday 9th, Friday 10th and Saturday 11th February despite proposed industrial action by Unite. As part of British Airways contingency plan, a very small number of flights to and from London Heathrow Airport will be merged.

Written on 30^th January 2017

USA: Immigration Presidential Executive Order

The Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson has held conversations with the US Government and as a result we can clarify that: The Presidential executive order only applies to individuals travelling from one of the seven named countries (Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen). If you are travelling to the US from anywhere other than one of those countries (for instance, the UK) the executive order does not apply to you and you will experience no extra checks regardless of your nationality or your place of birth.

Written on 26^th January 2017

Finnair non-stop flights to Lapland from London, Paris, Frankfurt and Zurich

Finnair will offer non-stop flights to Lapland, Finland from London, Paris, Frankfurt and Zurich during the winter season 2017–2018. The flights will be operated from mid-December 2017 till the end of March 2018.

Written on 26^th January 2017

Radisson Blu Hotel to open In Geneva

The Rezidor Hotel Group is pleased to announce the signing of the Radisson Blu Hotel, Geneva in Switzerland. Four Swiss Radisson Blu hotels are already in operation at Zurich Airport, Basel, Lucerne and St.

Written on 19^th January 2017

Global Entry: Interview slots available at the US embassy in London

For any further information or questions please email: globalentry@appointmentgroup. com The Appointment Group.

Written on 19^th January 2017

Emirates to launch daily flights to Croatia

Emirates announced that it will further expand its European network with the introduction of a daily flight from Dubai to Zagreb (ZAG), the capital of Croatia from 1st June 2017. The new southeast European destination will be served by an Emirates Boeing 777-300 aircraft, the only wide-body service operating to/from Zagreb.

Written on 17^th January 2017

British Airways proposed industrial action - 19th and 21st January

British Airways has advised that customers will be able to fly to their destinations on Thursday 19th, Friday 20th and Saturday 21st January despite the proposed industrial action. As part of British Airways' contingency plan, a very small number of flights to and from London Heathrow will be merged.

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Written on 12^th January 2017

Snow to affect London airports - 12th January

Snow and wintry weather may affect flights at London's airports today, 12th January. London Heathrow Airport has advised that airlines are adjusting their schedules as a result.

Written on 12^th January 2017

Air Canada's Concierge - At your service

Air Canada's Concierge team is on hand at 42 airports worldwide including all major airports in the USA and Canada, as well as European hubs such as London Heathrow. Altitude Super Elite 100K members and International Business Class passengers are entitled to concierge services with a 24 hour hotline to connect you instantly with an Air Canada concierge agent.