If you’re planning a luxury island escape in 2026, reaching paradise is easier than many travellers realise. With direct flights to the Maldives from the UK, you can travel from London to the Indian Ocean in one smooth, non-stop journey – making this dream destination more accessible than ever.
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Are Gulf Air Good? A Comprehensive Review
We’ve spent our fair share of time on planes. So we believe we’re pretty qualified to answer the question “Are Gulf Air good?” Let us tell you everything we know about this emerging airline.
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How to Fly Like a Pro – Quick Tips from a Former Cabin Crew
Having experienced flying as a member of the crew for years, Hayley, our Sales Team Supervisor, is a expert at all things flight-related. Here are her top tips for flying like a pro.
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How Will Leaving The European Union Affect Your Holiday?
Most holidaymakers who pass through Blue Bay Travel are embarking on long-haul non-European travel, so you’re unlikely to see any major changes as a consequence of leaving the European union. The main thing to bear in mind is the exchange rate, which will affect holiday prices and the cost of living overseas. We’ve broken down the travel advice for non-European and European travel, so you can see exactly how leaving…
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Virgin Atlantic Economy Review: Fly in Style Without Breaking the Bank
Virgin Atlantic have a reputation for being one of the UK’s most popular long-haul airlines, thanks to a range of excellent services and special perks that set the company above the rest. But does the flight experience live up the the hype? Below you’ll find everything you need to know about the Virgin Atlantic Economy Class, and all the reasons we believe it offers some of the best value long-haul…
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A First-Hand Review of the British Airways World Traveller Economy Flight Experience
I’ve recently flown to St. Lucia and Antigua using British Airways, and this here review will give you my little kernels on wisdom on the BA long-haul experience. In short, it’s an efficient service that will swiftly and comfortably deliver you to paradise, with all the perks you need to keep yourself entertained. Here’s everything you need to know, Holidaymaker.
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Inside the New Virgin Atlantic 787 Dreamliners
Virgin Atlantic has added new fleet of Dreamliners to its fleet, an initiative included in a shake-up of the airline’s high benchmark for quality. The union between Virgin Atlantic’s sterling customer satisfaction and the Dreamliner’s tech-savvy advancements is a smart match, adding a new level of sophistication to the airline’s widely respected service.
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A First-Hand Review of the NEW Thomas Cook Premium Cabin
Many of our best value holiday packages come via the wings of Thomas Cook, and the company’s new premium cabins have caused quite a stir. In order to get my head around the hype I recently flew on the new premium service, and I can definitely put my recommendation behind a premium upgrade. Here’s my review of the whole experience, with all the reasons I think you should seriously consider…
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The 5 Super-Speedy Steps for a Thomas Cook Regional Connection
Getting out and seeing the world has never been easier, especially in light of funky new regional connections from Thomas Cook. You can jump on an internal flight from your local airport and connect into an international Thomas Cook flight from Manchester straight to your little slice of paradise. The process is so easy that it can be encapsulated in pictorial form, and thus was born this yellow-blue infographic of…
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A First-Hand Account of a Thomas Cook Regional Connection
Thomas Cook recently announced a hanger-load of regional connection opportunities for holidaymakers living in the far flung corners of the United Kingdom. In order to sleuth out the specifics I’ve tried the whole process myself, flying from the Isle of Man to Cancun. Here are all the facts and figures from my first-hand recon, to help you find that shortcut to paradise.
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Your Shortcut to Paradise: New Regional Connections on Thomas Cook Long Haul Routes
We recently witnessed Thomas Cook undergo a transformation of Kafkan proportions with a complete overhaul of its premium cabins, greatly improving the Thomas Cook in-flight experience. Now the masterminds behind the revolution have made the airline’s service even more personal, extending its reach into a number of regional airports across the UK.
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The Reinvention of Thomas Cook – New Premium Cabins That’ll Have You Lost for Words
Thomas Cook know the way forward. They’ve diligently delivered holidaymakers to sunnier skies for many moons, and likewise ensured their timely return. We’ve ushered countless Blue Bay Holidaymakers to their dream destinations via the wings of Thomas Cook, to Mexico, the Caribbean and everywhere in between. And that’s why we’re pretty excited to show you their latest initiative in the quest for aviation excellence. The breadth of Thomas Cook’s service…