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www.nitravelnews.com Aer Lingus Extends 10kg Carry-On Policy
to All Regional Flights THE baggage policy will apply across Aer Lingus’ Regional Network from March 2026 and will give passengers more flexibility while travelling. Aer Lingus has announced that the extension to their 10kg carry-on baggage policy will be operated by Emerald Airlines from 3rd March 2026.
Regional, will also be eligible for a free 10kg carry-on bag, while Saver fare passengers can either pay to bring the bag on board or check it into the hold for free. All passengers may also bring a small personal item, such as a handbag or laptop bag, to store under the seat. Aer Lingus’ 10kg carry-on baggage policy applies to bags that are 55cm in
height,
40cm in width and 24 cm in depth. Susanne Carberry,
Aer Lingus Chief Customer Officer, said: “Our 10kg carry-on baggage policy is all about giving customers greater choice, convenience, and
flexibility.
“We know our customers value the assurance that this
Passengers who are travelling on regional routes to the UK, Europe and across Ireland will benefit from the existing
baggage options currently
available on Aer Lingus flights. Customers booking Plus or Advantage fares with Aer Lingus or Aer Lingus
policy brings. In response to customer feedback, we’re now extending this policy across the Aer Lingus Regional network. “Whether it’s a quick business trip or a longer break, our policy ensures all customers have the option to travel with a 10kg bag at no extra cost.”
March 2026
Jet2 Announce New Partnership with Musement
JET2 has announced a partnership with Musement
,
a global tours
and activities business, to offer an extensive selection of excursions, activities and attraction tickets for customers travelling on a Jet2holidays package holiday or
Jet2.com flight. The new offering is set to be rolled out during 2026, initially to customers that have a direct booking with Jet2. com and Jet2holidays (including Jet2Villas
It will be rolled experiences
and Jet2CityBreaks). out to customers
booking via an independent travel agent at a later date, giving agency partners a diverse portfolio of thousands of
to offer customers.
The Musement platform will enable independent travel agents to easily search and book an experience. The curated range of excursions, activities and attraction tickets has been designed with customer experience as the priority for Jet2 and Musement.
Thomas Cook Launch New Middle East
Package Holiday from Mainland UK
Air Canada Announce Next Phase of Fleet Modernisation Program
AIR Canada has announced the next phase of its fleet modernisation program with the addition of the Airbus A350-1000 widebody aircraft. The airline will welcome eight aircraft
to its fleet, and has rights to purchase eight other A350-1000s, with deliveries scheduled to begin in the second half of 2030. “Air Canada’s acquisition of the Airbus A350-1000 will further solidify our position as a leading global airline through the next decade. This state-of-the-art aircraft adds a new dimension to Air Canada’s long-haul capabilities, with impressive range, enhanced payload, and proven economics that unlock new possibilities for long-haul flying for our customers,” said Mark Galardo, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, and President of Cargo at Air Canada. “The addition of the Airbus A350-1000 to
our fleet is a forward-looking investment that strengthens Air Canada’s long-term cost efficiency,” said John Di Bert, Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, Air
Canada. “These aircraft will deliver improved operating economics, enhance our operational reliability, and ensure we remain competitive across our global network.
The
aircraft’s lighter materials and advanced engines deliver meaningful fuel-burn improvements versus the aircraft they replace,
supporting
our financial and environmental objectives. This order is another step in the modernisation of our fleet and is aligned with our capital allocation priorities and our target to maintain capital investments at or below 12 per cent of revenues.” Powered by the XWB97 engine from Rolls Royce and fabricated using lighter weight materials, it is estimated
the aircraft will deliver up to a 25 per cent
fuel consumption reduction
compared to the previous generation aircraft, as estimated by Airbus. The A350-1000 has a potential range of approximately 9,000 nautical miles. According to Airbus, customers will experience the quietest twin- aisle cabin available. It is designed to be pressurised to only 6,000 feet to reduce stress on the body, minimise
jet lag and deliver a
noticeably more comfortable travel experience. The A350-1000 will come equipped with the latest generation in-flight entertainment screens and connectivity, as well as Air Canada’s new cabin standard, which is being introduced later this year.
Steve Heapy, CEO at Jet2 said, “We are always
looking at how we can
further improve our incredible customer experience, and today’s announcement means our customers can choose from an even bigger selection of attractions and activities when enjoying their award- winning flights and holidays with us. Once live for our independent travel agency partners, this partnership with Musement will mean that they can offer a best-in- class choice of things to do, enhancing the Jet2holidays experience even further.” Peter Ulwahn, TUI Musement CEO,
added, “This is a very important strategic agreement for Jet2 and Musement, as well as being a significant partnership to drive growth of the Tours & Activities market. Furthermore, this partnership reaffirms Musement’s position as the leading B2B partner for Tours & Activities, and our team is ready to work with Jet2 in providing great experiences for their customers.”
THE move follows a significant uplift in long-haul bookings,
with demand
for the Middle East continuing to rise In response to growing demand for long-haul getaways, online travel agency Thomas Cook has launched package holidays to Saudi Arabia from mainland UK. The move follows a significant uplift in long-haul bookings, with demand for the Middle East continuing to rise. Thomas Cook bookings to the United Arab Emirates in particular, are up more than 700% year-on-year.
New Travel Rules for Dual Nationals as UK Government Implement Changes
THE government has stated that Dual British Nationals will be required to use a valid British passport upon entering the UK from February 2026 following the
rollout of the
Authorisation system. Lisa Uttley,
Electronic Immigration partner
travel at
Gherson Solicitors LLP warns that the new government measures could impose additional costs and complications for citizens living overseas. She added that, “Turning up with only a foreign passport will no longer be enough, unless it carries a Certificate of Entitlement confirming your right of abode, at a steep cost of £589.
She continued, “Dual citizens who live
abroad and let their British passport lapse will now face renewal costs or a hefty certificate fee just to travel home. For some, it feels less like administrative tidying and more like a bureaucratic squeeze. Ultimately, the rule reflects a broader trend: borders are becoming more digitised, more system-driven and less flexible. Citizenship still provides an unfettered right of entry but increasingly, only if it’s presented in the right format.”
The change will bring clarity to airlines but may create extra costs for dual nationals
who’s British passports may have expired.
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