Tag: uk airports
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Why does fog cause a problem for flights?
There has been a lot of press today particular about the impact of fog on flights in London, but this made us wonder what affect does it have and why. Todays weather has been dense fog across large parts of the UK and particularly London and the South East. London City Airport had to cancel…
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Travel to Gatwick – Gatwick Express
Departing every 15minutes with a journey time of just 30minutes, the Gatwick Express is a fantastic way to get to the airport from central London. Departing from London Victoria this is the best way to arrive relaxed at the airport terminal. Book your tickets now with The Trainline.
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Travel to Stansted – Stansted Express
One of the best ways to get to Stansted Airport is by Stansted Express, especially if you are travelling from London. Its a great, relaxed way to get to the airport and fares start from just £8 each way. It takes between 47 and 56minutes from London Liverpool Street and just 36minutes from Tottenham Hale. Departures…
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What bag can you take on Easyjet as cabin baggage?
Many people ask what what bags they can take on board with them on easyJet flights. So, here is a quick round-up of what you can take into the cabin with you. easyJet allows ONE item of cabin baggage per passenger. If you take just ONE piece of cabin baggage which does not exceed 50…
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Make sure electronic devices are charged when flying
Following our previous post about tightened airport rules when flying to the US, it has now been confirmed that many UK airports and airlines are asking passengers to ensure their devices are charged and able to be switched on when departing for america. This includes new devices purchased within the airport too.
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Stansted Airport drop-off zone returns
Fantastic news for those being dropped off or picked up from Stansted Airport, Essex. The express zone has been restored directly outside the terminal. It will have a minimum charge of £2 for 10 minutes, the same charge that was applied to the short-stay car park. There will be a free drop-off and pick-up facility…
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Security tightened on flights to the US
With almost immediate effect security on direct flights to the US is being tightened at the request of the TSA. UK airports have said they are following instructions and tightening security, but no extra details have been provided. Its likely that there will be additional checks on clothing and bag contents, so our advice would…
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Holiday Money Collection at the airport
Following our previous posts about not waiting until you get the airport to buy your travel money, but instead compare your holiday exchange rates online and buy holiday money online beforehand we thought it’d be useful to also point out that some companies offer reserve and collect. A number of the online suppliers who have…
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Should you buy Euros before you get the Airport
Absolutely YES! You should always buy before you get to the airport, the rates are usually much better. Even still buy them online and with most suppliers you will get your holiday cash the next day via recorded delivery. Check out the current best Euro rates for your holiday cash with Holiday Currency Exchange.
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Airport Hotel stay with Parking
Following on from our previous post about getting to and from the airport, we explore the airport hotel stay and parking option. This has been popular for a long time, but with the rise of on-site hotels is becoming even easier than before. it can also be a more relaxed way to start your holiday,…