easyJet has announced that Garry Wilson has joined the company as chief executive of its holiday’s business and a member of the airline management board.

Of his appointment, Wilson said: “I’m excited to be joining easyJet and for the opportunity to create a serious player in the holiday’s market. 

“easyJet is a brand which is loved by millions and has a frequency, cost position and market share that is the envy of the industry. 

“It is building on these strengths that will help to deliver an attractive and compelling proposition for easyJet Holidays.

“I look forward to creating an industry leading team and a network of the best partners across Europe to drive the growth of the business in the coming years.”

easyJet Holidays offers a wide range of value for money holidays from the UK, Switzerland, Germany, Italy, Spain, France and the Netherlands to more than 1,450 destinations in 30 different countries across the easyJet network.

Johan Lundgren, chief executive, easyJet, commented: “Garry joins us with over 20 years-experience in the holiday sector, his knowledge combined with the great brand and efficient model that easyJet has will help us to develop a significant holidays business.”

easyJet Holidays include flights and accommodation, with optional private and shuttle transfers available.

Having access to all of the flights from one of Europe’s largest airlines means that customers have a wide range of departure airports, flight times, dates and durations to suit their needs.