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There’s a new airline coming to the UK with ‘world’s most comfortable aircrafts’ and ‘champagne for every passenger’
The aim of Global Airlines is to "raise the bar in the world of aviation. A word of warning. Once you get used to Global Airlines, it is very hard to go back to anything else."
Taking off from 2024, Global Airlines is the newest long-haul airline in the world - and there's some pretty fancy features for everyone on board.
Global Airlines will be using the 'world's most comfortable aircrafts', A380s, with a fleet of four currently available, and more coming in 2024.
The idea is that everyone will be able to experience luxury travel - even with an economy ticket.
And the plan is to keep those tickets affordable. Global told The Independent that prices will be “in line with, if not cheaper” than those set by other carriers" because of alternative route to obtaining its aircraft.
Based at London Gatwick, the company plans to take to the skies flying to New York JFK by mid-2024 and go on to add a route from Gatwick to Los Angeles next year.
The first transatlantic flights will be from London Gatwick to New York JFK. / Image: Global Airlines
Founder and CEO James Asquith, travel personality and serial entrepreneur, designed the airlines to provide 'outstanding customer experience'.
Drawing inspiration from his own travels, Asquith had visited 196 countries by the age of just 24, and aims to 'right the wrongs' that he experienced on flights in the past.
The aim of Global Airlines is to "raise the bar in the world of aviation. A word of warning. Once you get used to Global Airlines, it is very hard to go back to anything else."
Notable features that will make the new airline different from its competitors include being chauffeur driven to airports included in the ticket price and in-flight champagne for all passengers, thanks to a new partnership from Laurent Perrier.
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Speaking to Inflight, Founder and CEO James Asquith said: “It is a brand that is known the world over, and our intention is to offer LP brands to passengers across our three cabins, and, if we can make it work, that absolutely includes in economy."
Eventually Global Airlines plans to have 15-20 planes within the first two years and expand "pretty aggressively" from there.
The airlines first transatlantic flights are expected by Spring 2024 and with a new partnership with American Express, loyal card members with the an AMEX will be amongst the first to be able to purchase tickets for all three cabins.
Leeds train station set for biggest transformation in a generation as Government backs growth.
If you thought the work was over for Leeds station, think again.
Because passengers are set to see major improvements as the Government injects a further £200 million into the development of the transport hub.
The additional funding was announced at the Budget today, with upgrades set to be delivered by 2030 and will include the construction of a new central overbridge, three new entrances, more space on the concourses and a longer Platform 14.
Image: Supplied
It means passengers will benefit from more direct routes, less crowding, and nearly 40% more ticket barriers.
Three new entrances will strengthen links between the station and town, improving access to the South Bank, the Dark Arches and Princes Square.
Transport Secretary, Heidi Alexander, said: "Leeds station is the gateway to West Yorkshire, and this extra £200 million investment will turn it into a station this city can be proud of: modern, welcoming and built for the people who rely on it every single day.
"The great cities of the north deserve better transport, and that’s exactly what we’re delivering. We're paving the way for Northern Powerhouse Rail, forging stronger connections across the region, and backing the infrastructure that creates jobs, builds homes and puts passengers first as we work to set up Great British Railways."
Mayor of West Yorkshire Tracy Brabin said: "Leeds Station is the beating heart of our region's transport network, connecting millions of people to jobs, education and opportunity every year – and it’s only going to get busier.
“This investment will benefit passengers and businesses, help to unlock the capacity we need for future growth and create a gateway to West Yorkshire that reflects our ambition.
“Together with our wider plans for West Yorkshire’s Weaver Network, we're building a better-connected region which works for all.”
You can watch The Celebrity Traitors finale on a massive screen in Leeds this Friday
Clementine Hall
The finale of The Celebrity Traitors is hitting our TV screens this Friday, and there’s a big screening party happening in Leeds especially for it.
Don't panic guys, it's happening.
Fancy sitting down to watch one of the cultural events of the year on a big screen with dozens of others who are just as invested in the show as you are? Well, now you can.
And that’s because Headrow House, one of the city’s most beloved event space, rooftop and bar, will be hosting a finale watching party - and we’re all invited.
Taking place this Friday 30 October, fans of The Traitors are invited to watch the finale at 8pm.
The best part? Entry is completely free and they'll even be streaming the semi-final ahead of the final at 6pm, so you can indulge in a double bill of the country's most beloved show.
We honestly couldn't think of a better way to spend a Friday evening and we're already searching our wardrobes for an item of clothing that remotely resembles a cloak.
Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, Headrow House said: "celebrity traitors final this friday! we’ll be showing the semi-final for anyone who missed it before tuning in for the live final. free entry, get down early for a seat and bring your claudia wigs x"
So to give this series of The Celebrity Traitors a proper send off, get yourself to Headrow House from 6pm and enjoy a few beverages with like minded fans whilst screaming at the screen as Claudia makes her way into the frame.
Whilst we're on the topic, has anyone got an incredibly glossy black fringed wig we could borrow?
Sophie Smith -
8th August 2023 
