China Eastern Airlines launches new Italy routes

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October 2, 2024

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The SkyTeam carrier now flies from Shanghai, Wenzhou and Xian to Milan and Rome

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Plaza Premium Group opens new lounge at Heathrow T4

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October 2, 2024

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The lounge is housed within space previously occupied by the SkyTeam T4 lounge, which closed in May 2020 as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic

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China Southern Airlines to add Sydney-Beijing Daxing flights

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October 2, 2024

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The carrier will operate a two-class A330-300 on the new route

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Louvre Hotels Group to offer 1,000 more keys in Saudi Arabia by 2027

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October 2, 2024

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Louvre Hotels Group has announced plans to launch 1,000 additional keys in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia within the next three years

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Rove Hotels and IRTH Group to launch Rove Home branded residences in Dubai Marina

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October 2, 2024

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Rove Hotels has announced that it will be collaborating with IRTH Group to launch the Rove Home Dubai Marina, a new residential development in the heart of Dubai Marina. Marking an exciting new chapter for the dynamic UAE-based brand, the new development promises a unique style and innovative spirit for a fresh, vibrant take on modern living.

Rove Home Dubai Marina will be offering buyers the chance to secure an off-plan property in this highly coveted neighbourhood.

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Much-loved free perk of flying is disappearing forever – as yet another airline reveals plans to scrap it

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October 2, 2024

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Another airline is set to ditch their free food on flights

A TOP European airline is scrapping free food onboard flights, just days after another carrier dropped theirs.

KLM is looking into ditching the free sandwiches it currently offers to economy passengers.

KLM is considering scrapping their free sandwichesCredit: Getty

All travellers get the vegetarian sandwich and drink on their flight.

However, according to NL Times, the airline is considering “various concepts which make a wider range possible for a fee”.

A spokesperson said: “We are currently still in the research phase.

“The service will be introduced by the end of 2025 at the earliest.”

While passengers would still get free drinks such as coffee, tea and water, the only free food would be a small snack.

All other drinks such as alcohol and meals could become a paid-for option.

It comes just weeks after Air France – a sister company to KLM – confirmed they would be ditching their free food as well.

Passengers on short-haul flights were also once able to enjoy a sweet cookie at any time during the flight.

And on medium-haul flights passengers had an additional fresh sandwich for the rest of the journey.

But the new rules will mean only drinks such as tea, coffee and water will be free.

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The two airlines are some of the last in Europe to still offer free food, with the majority having scrapped it.

Ryanair was one of the first budget airlines to scrap free food onboard.

This was followed by other low-cost airlines, with easyJet and Wizz Air also not offering free meals.

And most airlines only offer free meals if they are long-haul services.

British Airways scrapped complimentary meals on their short-haul flights back in 2017.

Back in the 1960s, food on planes was a much fancier affair.

Airlines with the best plane food

Korean Air

Korean Air won best airline cuisine in last year’s Global Traveler’s awards.

Some of their popular dishes onboard include bibimbap, a Korean rice dish, and ssambap, Korean rice lettuce rolls.

It also made the top 10 for airlines with the best plane food in CN Travelers 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards.

Japan Airlines

Coming in first place in the Reader’s Choice Awards was Japan Airlines.

The airline has partnered with six Michelin-star chefs, each of whom have three stars – so you can expect it to be good.

Passengers can choose bento boxes and miso soups onboard.

Singapore Airlines

Often voted one of the best airlines in the world, it is no surprising Singapore Airlines is said to have some of the best plane food.

Chef Dennis Littley said: “Their gourmet meals rival those of ground-based restaurants.”

Dishes include congee, a rice porridge, as well as Singaporean rice and curry options.

Some passengers were offers whole roast joints and souffles, along with silver service.

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My favourite holiday parks with indoor water parks for a rainy UK break – with flume rides and pirate ship attractions

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October 1, 2024

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Robbie Lane is the face behind the specialist website, Holiday Park Guru

HOLIDAY park guru Robbie Lane has visited dozens of sites across the UK, cherry-picking his favourite destinations with the best indoor water parks for an autumnal getaway.

From water parks with seaside-themed slides and 60ft-high flume rides to huge indoor pools and tipping buckets, Robbie has recommended the best of the best.

The former BBC journalist is the face behind the specialist website, Holiday Park Guru.

Robbie has covered everything, from adults-only trips to ski holidays and popular chains like Center Parcs and Butlin’s to little-known independent sites and budget-friendly breaks.

He recently told Sun Online Travel: “If you want a big range of activities and good swimming pools, then some good options include Butlin’s Skegness, Butlin’s Bognor Regis and Butlin’s Minehead.

“There’s also Craig Tara in Scotland, which is one of the larger Haven Resorts, and Trecco Bay in Wales.”

Butlin’s, Skegness

The main pool at Butlin’s Skegness finally reopened earlier this year after it was forced to close back in November 2023.

Along with the main pool, the wave pool and the lazy river also reopened in July.

There are plenty of other features at the Skegness-based water park, including the 60ft-high Vortex Fast Flume, which sends riders into a spinning bowl.

Other rides include the Family Riptide Raft Ride and a children’s pool called Rockpool Cove for younger guests.

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Craig Tara is home to Splashaway Bay, Scotland's biggest indoor water park — Craig Tara is home to Splashaway Bay, Scotland’s biggest indoor water parkCredit: www.haven.com

Craig Tara, Scotland

The Splashaway Bay at Craig Tara is Scotland‘s biggest indoor water park, and it features two water flumes, a giant tipping bucket, a tots’ pool and water features.

One of the flumes has neon lights and three crystal-clear sections, so you can wave to your family while travelling down.

But it doesn’t end there. The other interactive flume allows you to time your ride and try to beat the fastest time of the day.

Although some activities are included, you could also add others for an additional cost.

The Haven’s holiday park also features an adventure village, crazy golf and a NERF training camp – described as a mixture of paintball and basketball.

There are even roller discos, slime-creation workshops and baby sensory rooms.

Butlin’s, Bognor Regis

The second Butlin’s water park Robbie recommended was Splash at Bognor Regis.

According to its website, the water park has been “designed to bring the best of the British seaside inside” with a Helter Skelter-themed slide, Seaside Garden rapids and Stick of Rock slides.

There’s also an Adrenaline Flume ride and Racer slides for those who are looking for something a little more exhilarating.

Other areas include a wave pool and a children’s pool for younger or less confident swimmers.

Trecco Bay, Wales

Elsewhere in Wales, Trecco Bay is a holiday park on a Blue Flag beach, making it ideal for those looking to enjoy a waterpark and sunbathe.

The ‘Splashland’ at Parkdean Resorts features a giant swimming pool with water chutes, waterslides, and a pirate ship attraction for children.

Plus, in the summer, there’s even an outdoor wet zone with shoots and water guns.

The park also has a high ropes course, an ‘Arts & Crafts Den’ and a climbing wall.

On top of that, there is a ‘Next Level Gaming Arena’ with the latest consoles and games to keep teenagers entertained.

Butlin’s, Minehead

Just like the two other Butlin’s sites Robbie recommended, Minehead Splash Waterworld is home to water flumes and rides.

One of those is Master Blaster, a raft ride with a series of twists and turns.

There are other rides too, including Black Hole, Space Bowl and Blue Comet – one of the fastest rides at the water park.

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Therme Manchester will have 25 swimming pools, 25 water slides and an indoor beach.
Modern Surf Manchester will be a surfing lagoon offering lessons to both beginners and experts.
Chessington World of Adventures Waterpark is set to have wave, infinity and spa pools as well as waterslides and cabanas.
The Cove Resort, Southport is likely to have a water lagoon and a thermal spa with steam rooms and saunas.
The Seahive, Deal plans to be the “surfing wellness resort” in the UK.

Last month, Robbie revealed England’s top three underrated holiday parks – with private beaches, indoor water parks and jet skis for kids.

And here are the other lesser-known holiday parks named among the best in the UK.