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Our friends at British Airways are offering up a chance for you to win up to 60,000 Avios Miles that you can use for a free flight to the UK or any of the other destinations that British Airways flies. Please note, this contest requires the use of Facebook. Here are the prize details: The two winning combinations and prizes are as follows: … [Read more...]
I don't know about you but I'm getting really really excited about the launch of British Airways' fleet of A380's coming this fall. They've released this amazing video showing you their first model getting its paint job. Follow all our A380 coverage here - along with details on flight plans. … [Read more...]
On Sunday 10 March, 128 passengers on board a British Airways 767 aircraft, flew into the Guinness Book of Records for the 'Highest Harlem Shake' at 43,000ft. They did this to raise money for Red Nose Day in Britain, which takes place March 15th. … [Read more...]
British Airways and Visit Britain recently partnered for a flash mob event in Moscow and they've made a fun video of the result. Check it out below: British Airways and VisitBritain surprise Moscow shoppers to a UK-themed flashmob inviting people to Britain. … [Read more...]
British Airways has announced which routes will get their first deliveries of Airbus A380 Superjumbos. This is something I've been looking forward to for a long time. The big announcement is they they will first fly the 'Red Carpet Route' from Los Angeles to London and tickets for the first flight went on sale yesterday. The double-decker … [Read more...]
We'd like you to meet Alan Kingshott, Chief Yeoman Warder and guardian of the Tower of London. You may know him better as a Beefeater. Learn a little about Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress, and consider yourself cordially invited to visit on your better island vacation. … [Read more...]
British Airways and Visit Britain have launched a clever new sale on travel to the UK. The tagline is that you should come spend your holiday in a 60 Million acre island resort. Clever! Airfares to Britain from the USA are pretty good right now (try searching in shoulder seasons like the Spring and Fall). On top of good fares, BA is offering up … [Read more...]
Two of our cabin crew, Mark and Lucy, share their Perfect Day in London. For the latest prices on flights to London go to ba.com or read their Perfect Day in full athttp://www.facebook.com/britishairways Destinations shown in this video are: London Heathrow Terminal 5, Houses of Parliament, Primrose Hill, Camden Passage, The Langham, Hamleys, … [Read more...]
Our friends at British Airways have launched a new iPhone app that we thought was worth sharing. Called Perfect Days, it's a mobile version of their previously released Facebook app that allows you to build your perfect itineraries for destinations around the world that you can then share with your friends. We were one of the first people to … [Read more...]
The Telegraph has gathered together a ton of beautiful old British Airways vintage travel posters. Check them out in the gallery below: Source. … [Read more...]
Our friends at British Airways have launched a fantastic sale for the London 2012 Olympics. They're offering up business class tickets to London, round-trip from their North American Gateways for just $2,012. If you've ever wanted to fly business class - we cannot emphasize how good of a deal this is. Business class tickets usually cost … [Read more...]
Our friends at British Airways have launched a new commercial in the UK - this time featuring their jets exploring Britain's sites instead of flying around the world. The campaign is encouraging people to stay at home during the Olympics to boost Team GB instead of flying abroad. It's rather bizarre to see a company discourage people from using … [Read more...]
British Airways has launched a campaign called 'Home Advantage' to give a boost to Team GB as they prepare to compete in the London 2012 Games. Check out their really cool video below: The question is - will you be rooting for Team USA or Team GB? … [Read more...]
Our friends at British Airways have launched a sweepstakes offering Brits the chance to nominate their family and friends abroad for a chance to win a ticket to the London 2012 Games. Please note, this is a Facebook only contest so if that doesn't interest you - stop reading now. Here are the prize details: The prize will consist of 1 return … [Read more...]
We've received word that our friends at British Airways have launched a 3 Day Diamond Jubilee Sale. They're offering Business Class fares to London during the Diamond Jubilee period for just $1952 (1952 is when the Queen ascended). This is a fantastic deal - especially if you've never travelled business class. British Airways is encouraging … [Read more...]
Editor's Note: Many of you may remember that we can a sweepstakes last spring/summer with British Airways giving away a free trip to Britain for one lucky winner. Well, the contest winner - Karen - has just returned from her trip and she was kind enough to share her experience as well as some pictures. On July 5, 2011, I was looking at my email … [Read more...]
British Airways is hard at work preparing their infrastructure to handle the delivery of it's 12 Airbus A380's that it will begin taking delivery of in late 2012/early 2013. The really cool video above shows off the retrofitted hanger they'll be using and they actually park an A380 in it. Amazing! British Airways has completed the latest trials … [Read more...]
As a fan of British Airways and the Airbus A380, I've been waiting with bated breath to hear about where British Airways would send the 12 A380s it has on order when they take delivery in 2012. My hope was that they would put one on the Chicago to London Route (we use O'Hare when going to Britain). Sadly, this will probably not be the case … [Read more...]
To help you have a smooth journey British Airways has collected some top baggage tips from staff around our airline. Check it out below: … [Read more...]
British Airways asked some veteran employees for their favorite travel tips to make the most of travel. Check it out below: … [Read more...]
Our friends at British Airways have launched a new commercial - hot off the heals of their last commercial. This on is geared towards London 2012. From their description: This year, the eyes of the world will be on us. We're proud to be ready to use our experience and expertise to fly customers from all over the world to London. Watch our new … [Read more...]
British airways has launched a Winter/Spring 2012 airfare sale that presents some great deals on Airfares to Britain for the first half of 2012. One interesting thing they're doing with this sale is how they're presenting their prices - their prices now INCLUDE taxes and fees. No misleading teaser airfares - what you see it what you pay. This is … [Read more...]
British Airways has set out to change the way customers think about airplane food with its new initiative, Height Cuisine. Understanding that the average person loses about 30% of his/her taste at cruising altitude, British Airways has been working with experts to perfect catering improvements that will leave all customers, even the foodies, … [Read more...]
British Airways has launched an update for Android which, like their iPhone app, now gives users the ability to log-in with their name and booking reference. This new functionality opens up mobile boarding to all passengers regardless of whether they are an Executive Club member. They are planning to roll this out to other devices in 2012 New … [Read more...]
Our friends at Britain Magazine are running a sweepstakes giving away what they call a 5-star trip to Britain. Here are the prize details: To celebrate our special London issue, we have teamed up with The Ritz, and British Airways, to offer one lucky reader and guest a chance to win a five-star, two-night stay in the world’s greatest … [Read more...]
The British Airways museum at the airlines’ headquarters has re-opened its doors, as the Speedbird Centre, after an extensive redevelopment programme.The centre showcases the past, present and future of the airline and is open to staff, researchers and members of the public by appointment. Items on display reflect the rich history of the … [Read more...]
How do you like your tea? In this week's Height Cuisine video, Tea Specialist Mark takes us through the process of selecting the best teas to drink at altitude. … [Read more...]
Our friends at British Airways have launched a new sweepstakes on Facebook for a free trip to London from anywhere they fly. The prize includes: Could this be a dream come true? Just imagine how you'd spend your perfect day in the city. Win 2 transatlantic flights, 3 nights at the Hilton Park Lane London or Hilton New York and a meal for 2 at … [Read more...]
If you're coming to Britain on Wednesday - you may want to try and reschedule your flight. Britain's public sector unions are going on strike about their pensions and the UK Border Agency is one of those affected organizations. This means that front line staff who manage customs at Britain's airports and seaports won't be on duty or will have … [Read more...]
Our friends at British Airways are providing us an exclusive deal for our readers - save up to $100 discount per adult on flight + hotel packages to the UK. This is a great deal on already low airfares to Britain. The deal is only good from Friday Nov 25th to Sunday Nov 28th so you need to act fast to take advantage of this. British Airways … [Read more...]
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