FLYGLOBESPAN STAFF GIVE GENEROUSLY
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Judith Duffy and Shereen Tulloch with the flyglobespan team
Flyglobespan was proud to support CHAS, as part of Real Radio’s Bring a Pound to Work Day held on 6 March.
The company donated money at all of the offices as well as at the shops and airports and is expecting to raise hundreds of pounds for the charity.
Every staff member was able to get involved, from the cabin crew and engineers to the accountants and marketing teams, making the event a huge success.
Shereen Tulloch from Real Radio visited the flyglobespan Head Office where she conducted a live broadcast with Judith Duffy, Marketing Manager on why flyglobespan got involved.
Judith said, “We think CHAS is a very worthwhile charity for us to lend our support to. Obviously being a Scottish airline it is great to be able to give something back to the local communities by supporting this very worthy Scottish charity.
FLYGLOBESPAN CELEBRATES 150,000TH PASSENGER FLYING FROM DURHAM TEES VALLEY AIRPORT
Pictured: Mr and Mrs Norton
Flyglobespan, who serve more destinations than any other airline from Durham Tees Valley Airport, today celebrated with Mr and Mrs Norton who became the 150,000th passenger to fly from the North East airport with the award-winning airline.
Mr and Mrs Norton were checking in on the morning flight to Alicante when Emma Ormerod, Marketing & Promotions Manager of Durham Tees Valley Airport surprised them with a bottle of champagne to celebrate reaching this impressive milestone.
Mrs Norton said, “I am very surprised, but of course delighted, to have been presented with a bottle of champagne by the airline and airport staff - what a great start to my holiday! My husband and I have flown with flyglobespan three times already this year; we book the whole package with the airline from flights and transfers to the hotel.
She continued, “Living in Catterick Village I very much appreciate the locality of the airport and the range of flights that flyglobespan offers from here. It provides me with a hassle and stress-free alternative to flying from Newcastle airport – long may it continue!”
TOM DALRYMPLE ANNOUNCED 15TH MOST SUCCESSFUL ENTREPRENEUR IN THE UK
flyglobespan’s success has been recognised by Management Today magazine which has placed Tom Dalrymple as 15th most successful entrepreneur in the UK.
The news comes as the publication releases its annual league table of the top 100 entrepreneurs for 2008, based on the success of the companies that each candidate has founded.
The league table is a Whose Who of Britain’s top wealth creators, and is seen by Tom as a reflection on everyone at flyglobespan’s efforts in achieving such a high position in this prestigious list.
Tom Dalrymple’s 15th position is ahead of a number of well-known and highly respected entrepreneurs including Christian Rucker of The White Company, Linda Bennett of luxury shoe company LK Bennett, Sir Anthony Bamford of JCB, the construction equipment company, and Mark and Mo Constantine of Lush Cosmetics.
Tom is also the second most successful Scottish entrepreneur to make the list, just a few positions behind Sir David Murray who is in 11th place.
The ranking position of the entrepreneurs has been based on three main indicators – employment figures, turnover growth and a valuation of their stake in the business and other assets.
Young Carers trip with flyglobespan is a “huge success”
Eleven of Scotland’s most deserving children have just touched down after the trip of a lifetime with flyglobespan and the Sol Hotel Group.
The children, who are part of NCH Scotland’s Young Carers programme, experienced a fantastic time in Magaluf. They were able to let their hair down, visiting Karaoke bars, crazy golf courses and the many other attractions that the area has to offer, before retiring to their rooms at the luxurious Sol Magalluf Park Hotel.
Commenting on the trip project organiser Allison Smith said, “We had a fantastic holiday – everything was perfect. The flyglobspan staff were so welcoming and the hotel staff in Magalluf were equally warm. Thank you so much for giving our young carers such a memorable and worthwhile memorable holiday.
Flyglobespan jets Young Carers off on holiday of a lifetime
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Rick Green, flyglobespan CEO, celebrated with the project organisers and some of the children booked onto the trip
Flyglobespan, has joined forces with the Sol Hotel Group to send 13 of Scotland’s most deserving children on the trip of a lifetime.
The children, who are part of NCH Scotland’s Young Carers programme based in Motherwell, will be whisked off for a three-night trip to Spain in January 2008, staying at the luxurious Sol Magalluf Park Hotel.
For many of the children it will be their first time abroad, and their first ever flight, but for all of the children it will be a highly deserved reward. All of the children on the project are the primary carers for a parent or sibling who is dependent on them due to a disability or dependency.
Commenting on the forthcoming trip Rick Green, flyglobespan CEO, said, “We are delighted to be supporting such a worthwhile project, and look forward to providing the children with a well-earned break.”
Santa swaps his sleigh for a Flyglobespan aircraft!
Santa Claus is due to make some surprise visits on board select flyglobespan flights next week.
Pictured here is Santa booking a pre-Christmas winter sun getaway at the flyglobespan shop on Queensferry Street in Edinburgh.
However no-one knows which flights he has booked onto, only that he will be found on board eight flyglobespan routes in and out of Glasgow and Edinburgh next week (week commencing 17 December).
Santa plans to bring his festive cheer on board the flights with gifts for all the children on board.
Flyglobespan now offers meals on many more flights
From 1 December passengers travelling with flyglobespan on routes to Cyprus, Madeira and Gran Canaria will be able to purchase hot meals on board.
Meals will be available to pre-book and will cost from just £6 person per flight. Passengers will be able to choose from dishes such as Beef Ragout and Farmhouse chicken or vegetarian options, such as penne pasta in a tomato and basil sauce.
The introduction of hot meals follows the popularity of a meals service on flyglobespan's new flights from Edinburgh to Sharm El Sheikh.
Passengers travelling to all other European destinations will still have the opportunity to purchase cold snacks on board, whilst passengers flying to America and Canada will continue to receive complimentary hot meals.
Globespan appoints new CEO
Globespan has appointed one of the British travel trade's most experienced executives into a newly created role as the company's Chief Executive Officer.
Rick Green, the former Managing Director with Direct Holidays, will be based at Globespan's Edinburgh HQ, as chairman Tom Dalrymple looks to build up his management team and continue the company's expansion.
The recruitment of Green, 45, underlines the company's determination to continue its remarkable growth of recent years by expanding all aspects of its holiday programmes.
During his nine years with the My Travel Group, Rick's primary role was MD of Direct Holidays, along with senior secondments to assist and lead the tour operating turnaround plan. Prior to his time with Direct Holidays, Rick also held senior positions with Thomas Cook and First Choice Holidays.
Welcoming the appointment, flyglobespan chairman Tom Dalrymple said: "I am delighted we have been able to recruit someone of Rick's stature to this vitally important position in the company.
The new Chief Executive Officer is looking forward to his new role.
"I am thrilled to be joining such an exciting company as Globespan," says Green. "They have achieved remarkable growth in recent years and totally transformed the holiday market - not just in Scotland, but throughout the UK.
"I look forward to working with all our customer base and playing a part in its continued growth."
Flyglobespan named Best Holiday Airline
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Judith Duffy (flyglobespan), Jimmy Martin (SPAA President) and Nina Gibson (flyglobespan)
Flyglobespan was named Best Holiday Airline at The Scottish Passenger Agents Association (SPAA) Awards on 8 November, fighting off strong competition from First Choice Airways, Mytravel Airways and Thomas Cook Airlines.
The prestigious awards, now in their 15th year, attracted almost 700 people from the travel industry to the glittering ceremony held at The Hilton Hotel in Glasgow.
The award was in addition to flyglobespan beating British Airways, Lufthansa and Easyjet to achieve runner up title in the Best European Airline category, just being pipped at the post by KLM.
Commenting on the Best Holiday Airline Award, Tom Dalrymple, Chairman of flyglobespan said, " I am very pleased to accept these awards on behalf of all the flyglobespan team who have worked so hard to make flyglobespan an award-winning airline".
Earlier this year flyglobespan was placed 133 in the Sunday Times Top 250 mid-market private companies in the UK, in their Top Track Awards.
Flyglobespan launches new flights to Egypt
Sharm el Sheikh
Wednesday 7th November saw the launch of the first direct flight from Edinburgh airport to Sharm El Sheikh, and to celebrate flyglobespan staff got into the spirit of things by donning diving and Bedouin sheikh costumes!
The weekly flight will operate every Wednesday throughout both the winter and summer seasons, and is expected to prove extremely popular with divers attracted to the famous coral reefs of the Red Sea. Sharm El Sheikh offers plenty of culture too, with colourful Bedouin tented camps, a local bazaar and a rich history to discover.
Khaled Ramy, Director of Egyptian State Tourist Office welcomed the flights, commenting, "We are delighted about the new Flyglobespan flight from Edinburgh to Sharm el Sheik starting today. This year round connection from Scotland to our Red Sea Riviera will enable Scottish visitors to experience great diving and watersports, beach holidays and excellent hotels"
Flyglobespan raises a glass to new flights to Madeira
flyglobespan crew and passengers celebrate the first Madeira flight
Monday 5 November saw the launch of the first direct flight from Edinburgh airport to Madeira, and to celebrate flyglobespan offered passengers a taste of the famous wine.
Passengers on the first flight, Graham Scott and Kirsty Carr (pictured), were poured a glass of Madeira by a member of flyglobespan cabin crew.
The weekly flight will operate every Monday throughout both the winter and summer seasons, making it a fantastic year round destination, ideal for holidaymakers looking to combine the delights of beach, mountain and city.
Flyglobespan launches new flights from Aberdeen to Malaga
flyglobespan crew celebrate the first Aberdeen to Malaga flight
Saturday (3 November) saw the launch of the first direct flight from Aberdeen airport to the sunny destination of Malaga.
Passengers booked on the first flight were welcomed on board with flyglobespan goody bags, provided in association with BAA and The Costa Del Sol Tourist Board.
The weekly flight will operate every Saturday throughout both the winter and summer seasons, making the Costa Del Sol a fantastic year round destination.
With miles of spectacular beach, a huge range of watersports and a great choice of bars and restaurants, it is easy to see why The Costa Del Sol is one of Europe's most popular holiday destinations.
