Thomas Cook News
Breaking Travel News investigates: Thomas Cook returns to Tunisia
Thomas Cook has become the first major UK-based tour operator to return to Tunisia following an extended hiatus. Here Carol MacKenzie, group head of customer welfare for the company, gives her views on travel to the destination.
Thomas Cook Airlines to go handheld on in-flight entertainment
Customers on Thomas Cook Airlines who are flying short and medium-haul will be able to connect to Sunstream, a new entertainment system using their own personal devices from this summer.
Greek holidays drive revenue upward at Thomas Cook
Returning demand for holidays in Greece, couple to a boom in long-haul travel, has seen revenues rise by three per cent during the first half of financial 2017. Reporting results for the six months to March 31st, the tour operator said revenues rose 3.2 per cent to £2.9 billion.
Thomas Cook Airlines takes off for San Francisco
Thomas Cook Airlines’ inaugural San Francisco flight took off earlier, confirming its position as the biggest carrier to the USA from Manchester. Thomas Cook chief airlines and hotels Officer, Christoph Debus, said: “This is such an amazing day for our customers and our airline.”
Thomas Cook Airlines launches Corfu flights from London Luton Airport
The first flight operated by Thomas Cook Airlines took off from London Luton Airport earlier, marking the arrival of the 14th airline at the airport and the 14th new route this year. The new route will serve the Greek island of Corfu, operating every Sunday throughout the summer season.
James Anderson appointed Thomas Cook Sport brand ambassador
England and Lancashire Cricket legend James Anderson has been named as a brand ambassador for Thomas Cook Sport. England’s all-time highest international wicket-taker will work with the sports travel specialists to promote their sporting experiences, which include the upcoming Ashes series in Australia.
Shares fall in Thomas Cook as results disappoint
Thomas Cook remains cautious for the year ahead despite narrowing losses. The travel agent saw a one per cent increase in revenue, to £1.6 billion, for the three months to December 31st, with losses narrowing two per cent to £49 million.
Royal Caribbean appoints account manager for Thomas Cook
Royal Caribbean has announced the appointment of Rosie Long, who will join the UK & Ireland sales team as strategic account manager for Thomas Cook.
Thomas Cook rules out Sharm el Sheikh return for summer 2017
Thomas Cook has ruled out a return to Egyptian beach resort Sharm el Sheikh for the summer of 2017. The decision comes amid continued fears over terrorism in the destination and a resulting ban on flights departing from the UK to the resort’s airport.
Thomas Cook Airlines takes off for Tobago
Thomas Cook Airlines’ inaugural Tobago flight took off earlier, reinforcing its 17-route-strong long-haul portfolio, which already makes it the largest carrier to the USA from Manchester. At the start of their journey to the island’s amazing hotels and beaches, customers were treated to a steel band and carnival dancers at check-in and more music, food and cocktails at the departure gate.
Thomas Cook adds new route from Manchester to San Francisco
Thomas Cook Airlines’ rapidly expanding US network took another leap forward earlier with the announcement of direct flights from Manchester to San Francisco. The flights are available to book this week for flights beginning in May 2017.
Thomas Cook partners with Fosun for China launch
Thomas Cook and Fosun, the leading Chinese investment conglomerate, have officially launched Thomas Cook China at an event in Shanghai. Thomas Cook China, or Thomas Cook 托迈酷客, is a joint venture between Thomas Cook and Fosun.