TUI launches TEN package holidays from Scots airport – including stunning Spanish seaside towns
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window)
Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)
TUI has released four new routes in a surprise boost for the summer holidays.
Flight plans from Glasgow Prestwick Airport will give travellers direct access to city adventures in Pisa and Barcelona.
Sign up for Scottish Sun
newsletter
Sign up
2
The beaches in Alicante are stunning.
2
Faro is another new destination added to the flight plans.
There's also some amazing beach breaks in destinations including the Canary Islands.
Holidaymakers will now have easier access to TUI products like Holiday Village, TUI BLUE and Sensatori by TUI BLUE resorts.
Neil Swanson, managing director of TUI UK&I said: 'Offering wider choice and flexibility for customers has been an essential part of our plans for some time.
"These new routes bring the convenience of departing from local airports closer to home, saving our customers valuable time and allowing them to get into 'holiday mode' even quicker.
'We're delighted that travellers from Glasgow can now enjoy easier access to their favourite holiday destinations, with quicker journeys to their nearest airport, making the start of their TUI holiday experience smoother and more enjoyable right from the get-go."
In one new deal, TUI is offering a seven-night holiday to Los Gigantes, Tenerife staying at the 4T+ TUI BLUE Los Gigantes on a half board basis from £809 per person.
As well as Pisa and Barcelona, other destinations include Palma de Mallorca, Alicante, Faro and Tenerife South.
Lanzarote, Gran Canaria, Malaga and Murcia complete the line-up of fresh locations for travellers.
Meanwhile, the city most people associate with Christmas is getting new UK flights this year.
Strasbourg is the capital city of the Grand Est region and sits on the French-German border.
Primark launches new range of cabin bags on wheels - they're approved by all budget airlines & there's matching carry-ons too
And in November, easyJet will be flying to Strasbourg from Manchester.
Despite the UK getting hot this week, the city is known for its bustling Christmas market.
Strasbourg is known as the "Capital of Christmas" with the market, also known as Christkindelsmärik, is scheduled to run from November 27 to December 27.
Flight tickets have been released already with tickets on sale in November from £48.99 (one-way).
From November 28, the new service will operate twice weekly on Fridays and Sundays.
This is part of easyJet's expansion of 22 new routes from UK airports for the winter season.
For anyone keen to jet off before then, easyJet already offers flights from the UK to Strasbourg flying from London Heathrow from £38.99 - and it's one hour and 35 minutes away.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Daily Mail
7 hours ago
- Daily Mail
Jet2 profits prepare to take off on summer holiday boom
Travel group Jet2 is due to see its profits surge thanks to Britons shrugging off cost-of-living concerns and jetting off for holidays. Britain's largest package holiday operator is set to report an annual profit of £579 million when it delivers its results on Wednesday, a 9 per cent rise on the previous year. Sales are also expected to have soared by £1 billion to £7.2 billion in the 12 months to March, according to analysts' forecasts. The profit is slightly above the £570 million that the company predicted in a trading update in April when it flagged that demand for its summer holidays had boomed earlier in the year, with the firm increasing the number of seats on its planes by more than 8 per cent. It provided relief to investors after its boss, Steve Heapy, warned in February that the cost-of-living crisis could hit profits as consumers cut back on getaways. Jet2 is the largest company on the London Stock Exchange's junior AIM market, with a value of nearly £3.8 billion. Its value has surged since the pandemic, with the share price more than doubling in the past five years as it managed to emerge from the Covid-19 lockdowns less scarred than many of its competitors. It allowed the company to leapfrog rivals such as Tui and On The Beach to become the UK's largest tour operator. Despite initial fears that consumers would sacrifice holidays as the cost of living rose, the opposite appears to have been the case, with many households ring-fencing their getaway budgets. In its half-year results in May, On The Beach said it was expecting a record summer season as Britons prioritised spending on travel, particularly city and beach breaks to countries such as Spain. And last month Heathrow airport increased its profit forecasts for 2025, citing better-than-expected demand for long-haul flights despite fears that turmoil in the Middle East and US President Donald Trump's tariff and border policies would put people off travelling.
Scottish Sun
9 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
I went to the Turkish TUI resort where you never have to fight for a sunlounger and has free entry to massive theme park
Apparently, the Magic Life chain of TUI brings a certain buzz I BELIEVE IN MAGIC I went to the Turkish TUI resort where you never have to fight for a sunlounger and has free entry to massive theme park I'M not one for getting up and dancing in front of strangers. So I'm impressed by the gumption of the hotel guests, who get up, no questions asked, when the music starts playing. Advertisement 8 The Magic Life chain of TUI, Beldibi, Turkey Credit: Alamy 8 Sunbathe to music by the poolside paradise Credit: supplied 8 The hotel's lush gardens Credit: Supplied But what I did not expect was them to break into a dance routine. No, it's not a flash mob, but hotel guests singing and dancing to the TUI Magic Life anthem in unison. The next evening, I'm amused at myself, getting up and joining in, singing 'Feel the magic in the air, ooo lay-o-lay-oh-lay' as I wave my arms. Apparently, the Magic Life chain of TUI brings a certain buzz. Advertisement I'm at the one in Beldibi, Turkey, which is the smallest. Giddy with gin, mum and I stroll to our hotel room and bump into a lady in the lift who claims it's her 66th time at a Magic Life resort. 'It's my favourite place in the world,' she tells us. 'I'm the Queen of Magic Life!' Advertisement And she's got the badge to prove it — literally, she's wearing it, given to her by the adoring staff. So what's the deal with this, we wonder? Martin Lewis warns about strict passport rule that could see you board your flight - only to get sent home on arrival As a pair who have done their fair share of all-inclusive holidays, my mum and I wanted to see what makes these hotels 'next level', as claimed on the website. Our seaview balcony room is modern with upscale touches, and I get to watch the sunrise each morning from bed! Advertisement We go for breakfast, wondering if we should have been up at the crack of dawn to lay towels on sunbeds. But we are pleasantly surprised to find there is no scramble, with dozens of beds to choose from. Though the hotel is the smallest of the TUI Magic Life group, with 200 rooms, it's still spacious. With the pool, beach and lawns, we are spoilt for choice when it comes to sunbed spots. Advertisement But the views are also worth mentioning because Beldibi is surrounded by natural beauty. A village near Kemer, it's less than an hour away from the city (and airport) of Antalya. The hotel has a backdrop of rugged mountains and is next to a golden sandy beach. 8 A modern seaview room Credit: supplied Advertisement 8 Myra is famous for its carved tombs Credit: Getty 8 The Sun's Vanessa Chalmers tries archery The gardens, however, really make this hotel special. They are maintained by a team of gardeners, one of whom offered me fresh, juicy strawberries as I strolled past the herb garden — full of lavender, mint and parsley. Advertisement Tree-lined paths meander through lawns dotted with sunbeds, hammocks and swing seats. While there's lots of welcome shade in the hotel grounds, you'll find plenty of sun on the beach. There is one vast outdoor pool but with lots of activities and rather loud music, we preferred other areas of the hotel, like its private jetty. You can hire sunbeds or a cabana — with a mini-fridge and a hammock-like net you can lie on, that hangs over the sea. Advertisement 8 Feast on local dishes and salads Credit: supplied 8 Vanessa with her mum With packages ranging from €99 to €229 (£84 to £196), it's an extra worth considering if you really want ultimate peace and seclusion. When you stay at this resort, however, you do get a 3-in-1 deal. Advertisement There's free entry to the Land Of Legends theme and water park, with rides, slides, shops and more. And you can also use the Rixos Sungate hotel nearby — featuring its own mini-waterpark with 13 flumes and various pools. To be frank, we were far too happy where we were and didn't use either. When you're not snoozing under the sun, there's a list of activities to choose from every day, including mountain biking, beach volleyball and tennis. Advertisement It's not all exercise, though there are nearly ten fitness classes per day. Darts, shuffleboard, and archery are popular too, all bookable with mobile app Magic Life. There's also a decent gym, indoor pool and spa complete with beauty salon. While Mum got a pedicure, I enjoyed a full-body 45-minute massage that was very reasonably priced at £58. Advertisement And there are almost 60 excursions to choose, from jewellery shopping and traditional Turkish baths, to the historic day trip we opted for. Stunning blue waters The first stop was Simena, an ancient town half-submerged under water, caused by an earthquake in the 2nd century AD. It's only accessible via a half-hour boat trip in stunning blue waters — with time for a short swim stop. Even more marvellous was the ruined city of Myra, renowned for its tombs carved into cliff faces. Advertisement The tombs date back to the 4th century BC, built by the Lycian people, who believed that burying someone as high up as possible would help them reach the afterlife easier. Back at the Beldibi, we enjoy dinner on the terrace of the main restaurant, Magico, illuminated by atmospheric lights each night. The food is of a high quality with plenty of local dishes, from kofta to fresh salads. At breakfast, we didn't just have eggs — they were scrambled with chorizo, folded with cheese or eggy bread, alongside roasted potato wedges, sauteed mushrooms and baked beans. Advertisement Lunch, at the Downtown restaurant by the pool, was vibrant and included crunchy salads with a side of treats — pizza, chips and an ice lolly for dessert. There are two other speciality rest-aurants you can book for dinner once per week at no extra cost, as well as a coffee shop and two bars — one of which, the Wunderbar, is open 24 hours. The outdoor bar is nestled in the gardens surrounded by tropical plants. By day, this is the perfect spot for shade and a sea breeze — and by night, it glows in the dark. Advertisement There are plenty of comfy, private areas where you can have a romantic drink, too, watching Antalya sparkling on the horizon over the dark ocean. The Stage is where the magic starts at 10.45pm each evening. Entertainment is on a two-week schedule, so you should never see the same show twice. The team genuinely make an effort to get to know all the guests, and solo travellers even have their own designated staff member called a Magic Angel. Advertisement As the beats get louder and heavier, the entertainment team go around tugging on guests' wrists, willing them to get up. The party can go on until 2am and we find ourselves staying later and later as the week goes on. I guess you could say I am a Magic convert — I won't be settling for anything less now.
The Sun
9 hours ago
- The Sun
I went to the Turkish TUI resort where you never have to fight for a sunlounger and has free entry to massive theme park
I'M not one for getting up and dancing in front of strangers. So I'm impressed by the gumption of the hotel guests, who get up, no questions asked, when the music starts playing. 8 8 But what I did not expect was them to break into a dance routine. No, it's not a flash mob, but hotel guests singing and dancing to the TUI Magic Life anthem in unison. The next evening, I'm amused at myself, getting up and joining in, singing 'Feel the magic in the air, ooo lay-o-lay-oh-lay' as I wave my arms. Apparently, the Magic Life chain of TUI brings a certain buzz. I'm at the one in Beldibi, Turkey, which is the smallest. Giddy with gin, mum and I stroll to our hotel room and bump into a lady in the lift who claims it's her 66th time at a Magic Life resort. 'It's my favourite place in the world,' she tells us. 'I'm the Queen of Magic Life!' And she's got the badge to prove it — literally, she's wearing it, given to her by the adoring staff. So what's the deal with this, we wonder? Martin Lewis warns about strict passport rule that could see you board your flight - only to get sent home on arrival As a pair who have done their fair share of all-inclusive holidays, my mum and I wanted to see what makes these hotels 'next level', as claimed on the website. Our seaview balcony room is modern with upscale touches, and I get to watch the sunrise each morning from bed! We go for breakfast, wondering if we should have been up at the crack of dawn to lay towels on sunbeds. But we are pleasantly surprised to find there is no scramble, with dozens of beds to choose from. Though the hotel is the smallest of the TUI Magic Life group, with 200 rooms, it's still spacious. With the pool, beach and lawns, we are spoilt for choice when it comes to sunbed spots. But the views are also worth mentioning because Beldib i is surrounded by natural beauty. A village near Kemer, it's less than an hour away from the city (and airport) of Antalya. The hotel has a backdrop of rugged mountains and is next to a golden sandy beach. 8 8 8 The gardens, however, really make this hotel special. They are maintained by a team of gardeners, one of whom offered me fresh, juicy strawberries as I strolled past the herb garden — full of lavender, mint and parsley. Tree-lined paths meander through lawns dotted with sunbeds, hammocks and swing seats. While there's lots of welcome shade in the hotel grounds, you'll find plenty of sun on the beach. There is one vast outdoor pool but with lots of activities and rather loud music, we preferred other areas of the hotel, like its private jetty. You can hire sunbeds or a cabana — with a mini-fridge and a hammock-like net you can lie on, that hangs over the sea. 8 8 With packages ranging from €99 to €229 (£84 to £196), it's an extra worth considering if you really want ultimate peace and seclusion. When you stay at this resort, however, you do get a 3-in-1 deal. There's free entry to the Land Of Legends theme and water park, with rides, slides, shops and more. And you can also use the Rixos Sungate hotel nearby — featuring its own mini-waterpark with 13 flumes and various pools. To be frank, we were far too happy where we were and didn't use either. When you're not snoozing under the sun, there's a list of activities to choose from every day, including mountain biking, beach volleyball and tennis. It's not all exercise, though there are nearly ten fitness classes per day. Darts, shuffleboard, and archery are popular too, all bookable with mobile app Magic Life. There's also a decent gym, indoor pool and spa complete with beauty salon. While Mum got a pedicure, I enjoyed a full-body 45-minute massage that was very reasonably priced at £58. And there are almost 60 excursions to choose, from jewellery shopping and traditional Turkish baths, to the historic day trip we opted for. Stunning blue waters The first stop was Simena, an ancient town half-submerged under water, caused by an earthquake in the 2nd century AD. It's only accessible via a half-hour boat trip in stunning blue waters — with time for a short swim stop. Even more marvellous was the ruined city of Myra, renowned for its tombs carved into cliff faces. The tombs date back to the 4th century BC, built by the Lycian people, who believed that burying someone as high up as possible would help them reach the afterlife easier. Back at the Beldibi, we enjoy dinner on the terrace of the main restaurant, Magico, illuminated by atmospheric lights each night. The food is of a high quality with plenty of local dishes, from kofta to fresh salads. At breakfast, we didn't just have eggs — they were scrambled with chorizo, folded with cheese or eggy bread, alongside roasted potato wedges, sauteed mushrooms and baked beans. Lunch, at the Downtown restaurant by the pool, was vibrant and included crunchy salads with a side of treats — pizza, chips and an ice lolly for dessert. There are two other speciality rest-aurants you can book for dinner once per week at no extra cost, as well as a coffee shop and two bars — one of which, the Wunderbar, is open 24 hours. The outdoor bar is nestled in the gardens surrounded by tropical plants. By day, this is the perfect spot for shade and a sea breeze — and by night, it glows in the dark. There are plenty of comfy, private areas where you can have a romantic drink, too, watching Antalya sparkling on the horizon over the dark ocean. The Stage is where the magic starts at 10.45pm each evening. Entertainment is on a two-week schedule, so you should never see the same show twice. The team genuinely make an effort to get to know all the guests, and solo travellers even have their own designated staff member called a Magic Angel. As the beats get louder and heavier, the entertainment team go around tugging on guests' wrists, willing them to get up. The party can go on until 2am and we find ourselves staying later and later as the week goes on. I guess you could say I am a Magic convert — I won't be settling for anything less now.
