https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/first choice/ First Choice News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T08:28:56+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-choice-drops-exclusive-all-inclusive-offering/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-choice-drops-exclusive-all-inclusive-offering/ First Choice has ditched its commitment to exclusively providing all-inclusive holidays, unveiling plans to offer customers more package breaks. The changes will be revealed in a new multi-million-pound ad campaign. Wed, 18 Dec 2019 10:01:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-choice-to-rerun-go-mahoosive-ad-campaign-over-christmas/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-choice-to-rerun-go-mahoosive-ad-campaign-over-christmas/ A 30 second version of the creative featuring the Turner Family as they embrace every aspect of a First Choice all-inclusive holiday quite literally singing – or rapping – its praises, will air on Boxing Day. Wed, 19 Dec 2018 09:42:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-adds-vietnam-to-long-haul-programme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-adds-vietnam-to-long-haul-programme/ Thomson and First Choice are to introduce Vietnam to its winter 2017 programme. The Caribbean islands of St Lucia and Cayo Santa Maria in Cuba, which were new additions to its summer 2017 programme, will also be extended into the winter season. The move is part of continued interest in long haul destinations and builds on the 350 per cent increase in long haul holidays over a ten year period that the brands revealed last year. Wed, 19 Oct 2016 09:28:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-confirms-demise-of-thomson-and-first-choice/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-confirms-demise-of-thomson-and-first-choice/ TUI Group has confirmed it will migrate to a single brand across all its markets, in effect signalling the end of Thomson and First Choice. The companies have been mainstays of the UK holiday market for a generation. In a call to analysts TUI Group chief executive Peter Long said the migration to the TUI brand would take place over several years. Wed, 13 May 2015 09:38:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-expand-summer-2015-schedule/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-expand-summer-2015-schedule/ Thomson and First Choice have announced in summer 2015 they will be increasing capacity at UK regional airports through the introduction of 29 new routes including Dubrovnik and Split in Croatia, Marrakesh in Morocco and Antalya in Turkey, as well as the addition of further weekly flights for existing routes across the regions. The move to introduce these routes is part of the UK’s largest tour operator’s strategy to ensure customers across the UK can fly from their local airport and stay at the best hotels in some of the most exciting destinations. Mon, 28 Apr 2014 15:04:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-choice-in-cinema-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-choice-in-cinema-deal/ First Choice has launched a brand new partnership withVue Cinemas aimed at bringing the ‘all-inclusive feeling’ to life in the UK. The partnership deal has been organised by Digital Cinema Media (DCM). Sun, 20 Apr 2014 07:00:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-choice-brings-all-inclusive-to-uk-with-vue-partneship/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-choice-brings-all-inclusive-to-uk-with-vue-partneship/ Leading travel company and home of all-inclusive, First Choice, has this week launched a brand new partnership with market leading Vue Cinemas aimed at bringing the ‘all-inclusive feeling’ to life in the UK. The partnership deal has been organised by Digital Cinema Media (DCM). Fri, 18 Apr 2014 00:30:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/plane-makes-emergency-landing-at-east-midlands/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/plane-makes-emergency-landing-at-east-midlands/ A plane has been forced to make an emergency landing at East Midlands Airport after being diverted from Birmingham Airport due to a minor technical fault. A spokesman for the airport confirmed that the First Choice flight, which was travelling from Barbados, landed safely after being at 05:40 GMT following the diversion. Sun, 02 Feb 2014 14:24:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boeing-dreamliner-headed-for-glasgow-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boeing-dreamliner-headed-for-glasgow-airport/ Thomson and First Choice have confirmed they will add direct flights from Glasgow Airport to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic to the bumper summer 2014 schedule. The move to introduce the routes is part of the UK’s largest tour operator’s strategy to ensure customers across the UK can fly from their local airport and stay at the best hotels in some of the most exciting destinations. Mon, 12 Aug 2013 10:44:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-first-choice-triple-services-from-london-southend-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-first-choice-triple-services-from-london-southend-airport/ For summer 2014, Thomson and First Choice will be flying twice a week to Palma, Majorca, and adding Ibiza to their schedule – tripling their service from London Southend Airport in just 12 months. Sun, 09 Jun 2013 09:48:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-boost-social-media-presence/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-boost-social-media-presence/ Thomson and First Choice holidaymakers will now have the option to speak to a member of the TUI UK & Ireland Social Media Customer Service team at any time before, during or after their holiday. The move will see the team increase to fifteen (twelve advisors, two senior advisors and one manager) all working shifts to be online 24 hours a day, seven days a week via the Thomson and First Choice Facebook and Twitter pages. Wed, 23 Jan 2013 05:28:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-confirm-package-holiday-is-alive-and-kicking/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-confirm-package-holiday-is-alive-and-kicking/ Following the release of TUI Travel PLC’s results to the city, Thomson and First Choice can confirm that the holiday market, despite the economic uncertainty, is in good shape. Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:00:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-choice-rolls-out-all-inclusive-holiday-advertising-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-choice-rolls-out-all-inclusive-holiday-advertising-campaign/ First Choice has announced the launch of a new brand-building campaign as it seeks to move over to an all all-inclusive offering from May 2012. Shot at the new First Choice Holiday Village Tenerife, the advertising campaign will appear on TV and in the national press.  Thu, 05 Jan 2012 09:18:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-wont-leave-police-out-of-pocket/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-wont-leave-police-out-of-pocket/ In support of the bravery Britain’s Police Force has shown this week Thomson and First Choice will allow police officers to rebook their holidays without incurring any extra charges. Sun, 14 Aug 2011 19:30:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-launch-new-eco-traveller-programme-in-primary-scho/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-launch-new-eco-traveller-programme-in-primary-scho/ Thomson and First Choice are set to introduce a new programme for primary schools focusing on elements of sustainable tourism from both an environmental and social perspective. Thu, 09 Jun 2011 13:38:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aito-first-choice-move-is-a-massive-blow-to-sustainability/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aito-first-choice-move-is-a-massive-blow-to-sustainability/ The recent announcement by First Choice to adopt an all-inclusive business model is a blow to local economies and a slap in the face to Sustainable Tourism claims Association of Independent Tour Operators. Wed, 13 Apr 2011 04:45:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-choice-to-go-all-inclusive-only/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-choice-to-go-all-inclusive-only/ First Choice holidays will make all its holidays “all inclusive” from next summer in a bid to save money. Its packages will include flights, in-resort transfers, hotel accommodation, three meals a day and unlimited local drinks as standard. The tour operator claims the move will make it the UK’s first mainstream holiday company to specialise in “all-inclusive” only. Fri, 08 Apr 2011 20:06:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-holidays-take-a-tropical-twist-with-exclusive-flig/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-holidays-take-a-tropical-twist-with-exclusive-flig/ From 2 November 2010, Thomson and First Choice will launch exclusive direct* weekly flights from London Gatwick to Liberia, Costa Rica. Offering customers an exciting combination of holidays, from adrenaline-rushing activities to a more laid-back, chilled-out vibe, this unforgettable country has something for everyone. Tue, 12 Oct 2010 08:40:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-holidays-expands-from-london-luton-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-holidays-expands-from-london-luton-airport/ London Luton Airport is delighted to announce the launch of new Winter sun holidays to Madeira and Tunisia with Thomson and First Choice holidays. Thu, 27 May 2010 10:23:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-announce-significant-retail-expansion/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-announce-significant-retail-expansion/ UK’s largest travel brands buck trend by opening new high street shops Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:08:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-unveil-new-brochure-line-up-for-winter-2010-11/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-unveil-new-brochure-line-up-for-winter-2010-11/ Thomson and First Choice, the UK’s leading tour operators, today launch their new Winter 2010/11 first edition brochures. With a whole host of exciting new holiday experiences, the new brochures will offer couples and families even more choice when it comes to booking a winter sun holiday. Thu, 11 Feb 2010 16:05:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/helplines-set-up-for-flyglobespan-passengers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/helplines-set-up-for-flyglobespan-passengers/ Two dedicated phonelines have been set up to deal with the huge number of passengers affected by the collapse of the Globespan Group. More than 8,000 calls have been received from passengers either stranded abroad or waiting for news in Scotland following the collapse of the group, which included the airline Flyglobespan. Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:33:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-holidays-offer-support-for-globespan-customers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-holidays-offer-support-for-globespan-customers/ Following the announcement that Globespan has gone into administration, Thomson and First Choice can confirm that they are committed to offering alternative holidays to thousands of holidaymakers, after their original plans had been thrown into doubt. Thu, 17 Dec 2009 11:20:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-first-choices-top-ten-hot-destinations-for-2010/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-first-choices-top-ten-hot-destinations-for-2010/ It’s that time of year when we all start to think of booking our next holiday and if you’re wondering what’s hot for 2010, look no further as leading holiday operators, Thomson and First Choice share their predictions on what they think will be the ten hottest destinations for 2010. Thu, 03 Dec 2009 11:24:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-demand-travel-industry-takes-firmer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-demand-travel-industry-takes-firmer/ Thomson and First Choice, has called for the travel industry to immediately adopt full and transparent carbon reporting. Fri, 09 Oct 2009 10:54:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-report-a-surge-in-demand-for-ten-and-11-night-holi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomson-and-first-choice-report-a-surge-in-demand-for-ten-and-11-night-holi/ Leading tour operators Thomson and First Choice are increasing the number of ten and 11 night holidays available for customers travelling next Summer, to reflect a reported 64% increase in demand throughout this Summer season. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 10:06:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090327115859653/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090327115859653/ First Choice has today launched a search to find seven fun-loving kids from across the UK to join its family holidays Cool Pool Board of Directors and advise on what makes a pool cool. Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:58:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090129133725565/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090129133725565/ Turkey is proving to be a real holiday hotspot for 2009, seeing a huge increase in bookings for this summer. To cope with demand for holidays there, First Choice have not only increased their capacity for Summer 2009, but also added four extra flights a week from the UK to Turkey this summer. Thu, 29 Jan 2009 13:37:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090121112334500/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090121112334500/ Thomson and First Choice have joined Flybe‘s recession-friendly pledge by offering redundancy cover to customers who book in January.The high street heavyweights, both part of TUI, are keen to raise the number holidaymakers who book early. Wed, 21 Jan 2009 16:58:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090121165739709/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090121165739709/ First Choice has tipped Egypt as being amongst the top popular family holiday destinations this year. Wed, 21 Jan 2009 16:57:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20061130101845252/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20061130101845252/ A surprising new survey has found that two thirds of men are too broad-shouldered for their neighbours’ comfort in an aeroplane seat of 16 inches wide. Thu, 30 Nov 2006 10:18:53 +0000