CalMac seeks tender to deliver ferry booking and ticketing service
Ferry operator CalMac is seeking to appoint a service provider to deliver an adequate ferry booking and ticket solution for its vast network across Scottish islands.
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TRAVEL: Boarding the Viking Sea for an unforgettable voyage on the whale road
In the early 8th and 9th Centuries, the Vikings sailed across the North Sea from western Norway to claim Orkney and Shetland as their own.
TRAVEL: Find out why Edinburgh is one of the greatest cities for visitors the world over
The city of Edinburgh has remained at the pinnacle of Scotland’s history for generations, becoming one of the most visited destinations across the country.
Cutting HS2 route will leave North in second class, local officials warn
Politicians in the North have hit out after reports the HS2 rail route to Leeds and Sheffield could be scrapped under cost-cutting plans.
Airport partially evacuated amid alert over vaccines cargo leak
An airport was partially evacuated and an aircraft cordoned off after a leak in cargo containing vaccinations.
Concerns voiced over future of Highland airport
Business and union representatives are pressing home concerns they have about the future of Wick John O’Groats airport.
Ryanair: Aviation watchdog must take some blame over Thomas Cook collapse
Ryanair bosses have said the air travel regulator was partly at fault for the chaos surrounding the collapse of Thomas Cook, calling for it to introduce tougher financial stress tests to protect customers.
TRAVEL: Wildlife and history in the county of Cumbria
Cumbria – home to the beautiful Lake District and the county of the first city you reach travelling by road from Scotland down the A74-M74 and then the M6.
Caledonian Sleeper services cancelled as staff walk out on strike
Caledonian Sleeper services will be cancelled for two days as staff strike over what unions described as “intolerable pressure”.
BA funds seven-year-old cancer survivor’s Disney trip after Thomas Cook collapse
A family have said they “cannot thank British Airways enough” after the airline offered to fund a Disney trip that was cancelled after Thomas Cook’s collapse.
Anger over executive pay and perks as Thomas Cook repatriation continues
Anger is growing over millions of pounds in payments made to Thomas Cook bosses before the tour operator collapsed.
Almost 15,000 Thomas Cook customers brought back to UK on Monday
Nearly 15,000 Thomas Cook customers have been repatriated following the travel company’s collapse, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has said.
TRAVEL: Why Grannie’s Heilan’ Hame has a place in the heart of many
Since having children, I have become a bit of a holiday park aficionado.
Ryanair strikes called off by pilots’ union
A series of strikes planned by Ryanair pilots have been called off.
Thomas Cook told to find £200m as it tries to stave off collapse
Tour operator Thomas Cook has confirmed it is seeking £200 million in extra funding as it attempts to prevent a collapse.
Extinction Rebellion co-founder arrested on Heathrow drone protest second day
An Extinction Rebellion co-founder has been arrested for the second time in three days after trying to fly a drone near Heathrow Airport during an environmental protest, the group said.
TRAVEL REVIEW: Enjoying dog days at Knock Castle Hotel near Crieff
Your beloved four-legged friend gets the chance to become king or queen of the castle during a stay at Knock Castle Hotel and Spa.
Travel disruption on cards as BA pilots hold first-ever strike
The first-ever strike by British Airways pilots will cripple flights from Monday, causing travel disruption for tens of thousands of passengers.
Hundreds arrested for being drunk on planes or at airports in just two years
More than 400 airline passengers have been arrested on suspicion of being drunk in the past two years, an investigation has found.
Signal faults cause cancellations for rail passengers
ScotRail commuters are experiencing delays and cancellations this morning due to signal faults. The Inverness to Aberdeen line has been affected with some cancellations taking place from Huntly. This has subsequently had a knock-on effect with train currently delayed. The issue has been reported to the train operator ScotRail.
Air passenger satisfaction down since 2016, survey finds
Satisfaction with air travel has fallen in the past three years, according to new research.
TRAVEL: Enjoy a ‘dram’ good experience in the company of Glenmorangie House
After spending the night at Glenmorangie House, I felt like I’d been a guest at a lovely party.
Gatwick-bound plane forced to turn to avoid drone
An airliner carrying up to 186 passengers was forced to take avoiding action after a drone was spotted, a near-miss report has revealed.
Thomas Cook agrees rescue deal with China’s Fosun
Troubled travel company Thomas Cook has “substantially agreed” the key terms to a rescue deal with Chinese firm Fosun, lenders and bondholders to secure the company’s future.
TRAVEL: Hop aboard the Fingal, a former lighthouse ship with Royal connections
If you can’t decide between a cruise or a city break, then this could be the ideal spot for you to lay your head for a night in Scotland’s capital.
TRAVEL REVIEW: Exploring the land of lakes
It inspired writers such as childhood favourite Beatrix Potter and poet William Wordsworth, and has recently been named a Unesco World Heritage site.
Key moments in the history of the HS2 rail project
The Government has launched a review into HS2.
Family sue over holidaymaker’s death from legionnaires’ disease
The family of a man who died after contracting legionnaires’ disease on holiday in Bulgaria is taking legal action against tour operator Jet2.
Senior politicians claim standard of rail service unacceptable after further signalling problems
Travellers in the north-east suffered six hours of chaos yesterday after trains between Aberdeen and the central belt were cancelled.
Learner drivers in Highlands making near 400-mile trip to pass test in Orkney and Elgin
Learner drivers in Caithness and Sutherland trying to pass their theory tests are travelling as far as Orkney and Elgin rather than wait several months to sit one nearer home.
Man given his own private Delta flight after being the only one to turn up
A man was given his own private Delta flight after he was the only person to show up for the trip.
Norwegian plane suffers damage after hitting fence during push back at Gatwick
A plane operated by airline Norwegian was damaged after hitting a fence while being moved from its departure gate at Gatwick, the carrier said.