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The current schedule would permit a x2-3 weekly year-round service and a x2 weekly summer seasonal service. I predict that if Norwegian do expand from BFS (which I believe is highly plausible), it'll be CPH plus a seasonal service to OSL/ARN.
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I completely agree with many points, though volume has grown hugely in the intervening years, and generally many functions have been outsourced stripping huge cost out if the system... retail concessions pay eye watering rents generally, and charge above the odds..
Gazmo,
I recognise BFS have done a strong job on cross border marketing, though this in view hasnt drove the number, the currency has been a big part, and the increases were well underway before the branding of buses etc started taking place..equally DAA had a big dublin campaign in NI, I think that didnt cause cross border business going south ..
And as for Dublin having no competition is a red herring, Ryanair run the rule over all EU bases before granting another ac, though I agree the NI landscape is intense, currently much to BHD's challenge ..
I completely agree with many points, though volume has grown hugely in the intervening years, and generally many functions have been outsourced stripping huge cost out if the system... retail concessions pay eye watering rents generally, and charge above the odds..
Gazmo,
I recognise BFS have done a strong job on cross border marketing, though this in view hasnt drove the number, the currency has been a big part, and the increases were well underway before the branding of buses etc started taking place..equally DAA had a big dublin campaign in NI, I think that didnt cause cross border business going south ..
And as for Dublin having no competition is a red herring, Ryanair run the rule over all EU bases before granting another ac, though I agree the NI landscape is intense, currently much to BHD's challenge ..
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I'm not complaining, I've used the airport more than enough (and got my money's worth) this year to write of the extra few quid to park in August. That said I feel for those people who save all year just to afford to get away once a year and then get whacked with an even higher cost for parking.
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No and yes. However an almost 75% increase in cost is taking liberties. Imagine the uproar if an enery supplier increased their prices by 75% over the winter due to 'supply and demand'.
I'm not complaining, I've used the airport more than enough (and got my money's worth) this year to write of the extra few quid to park in August. That said I feel for those people who save all year just to afford to get away once a year and then get whacked with an even higher cost for parking.
I'm not complaining, I've used the airport more than enough (and got my money's worth) this year to write of the extra few quid to park in August. That said I feel for those people who save all year just to afford to get away once a year and then get whacked with an even higher cost for parking.
As for the 'poor people saving up for their one holiday' I think they will likely have booked early and kept the price down. To cap it all off, parking charges at BIA are as nothing compared to rates across the water.
Swings and roundabouts.
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What do you mean by "Poor"? There's a sort of Elite vibe on this forum and one would get the impression that members are traveling and living the life of glitz of glam. I'm not sure how true that is. (I'm sure travel costs are covered by management)
My family fits into the bracket of holidaying 1-2 times a year, but we usually go for a minimum of 3 weeks and spend £5-£12,000. I don't think we're poor at all.
The parking costs, well that's just Northern Irish stinginess.
My family fits into the bracket of holidaying 1-2 times a year, but we usually go for a minimum of 3 weeks and spend £5-£12,000. I don't think we're poor at all.
The parking costs, well that's just Northern Irish stinginess.
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What do you mean by "Poor"? There's a sort of Elite vibe on this forum and one would get the impression that members are traveling and living the life of glitz of glam. I'm not sure how true that is. (I'm sure travel costs are covered by management)
My family fits into the bracket of holidaying 1-2 times a year, but we usually go for a minimum of 3 weeks and spend £5-£12,000. I don't think we're poor at all.
The parking costs, well that's just Northern Irish stinginess.
My family fits into the bracket of holidaying 1-2 times a year, but we usually go for a minimum of 3 weeks and spend £5-£12,000. I don't think we're poor at all.
The parking costs, well that's just Northern Irish stinginess.
For context, my travel through Aldergrove this year has been 75/25 personal vs company paid. My total £'s spent on said personal travel is considerably less than your potential £5-12k. Whilst I have flown a lot its not exactly living the life of glitz and glamour, I've just taken advantage of low fares on a new route.
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I remember maybe 20 years ago we paid £300 plus for a return ticket to London, unless you were staying a Saturday night. Even then it wasn't that cheap. Now I can get a return flight for £30-40.
In the 1970s the Caledonian Moonjet overnight fare was £13 return for Belfast to London. BEA's overnight Vanguard seats were even cheaper, I believe.
Those weren't loss-leader or sale fares, they were printed in the timetables and available for every seat on every eligible flight. Where are the equivalent guaranteed bargain fares these days? Gone, 'revenue managed' out of existence in favour of a few cheap seats marketed heavily to those susceptible to advertising.
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In the 1970s the Caledonian Moonjet overnight fare was £13 return for Belfast to London. BEA's overnight Vanguard seats were even cheaper, I believe.
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What do you mean by "Poor"? There's a sort of Elite vibe on this forum and one would get the impression that members are traveling and living the life of glitz of glam. I'm not sure how true that is. (I'm sure travel costs are covered by management)
My family fits into the bracket of holidaying 1-2 times a year, but we usually go for a minimum of 3 weeks and spend £5-£12,000. I don't think we're poor at all.
The parking costs, well that's just Northern Irish stinginess.
My family fits into the bracket of holidaying 1-2 times a year, but we usually go for a minimum of 3 weeks and spend £5-£12,000. I don't think we're poor at all.
The parking costs, well that's just Northern Irish stinginess.
As for posters trying to show how elite they are, telling us that you holiday in 3 week spells and spend up to 12k would put you squarely in the bracket you are admonishing. You'll forgive me if I ignore your criticism as a result.
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Thinly veiled "I am richer than you and don't insult the poor" post.
Really nothing to do with the topic at hand, and even so, taking the post at Owenc's interpretation, people of a lower income taking even a short trip to mainland UK probably wouldn't enjoy these car parking charges.
Also, I don't accept the argument of "We used to pay so much so we can't complain if we've to pay more now". It's insulting really to consumer rights and having progressive industries.
Really nothing to do with the topic at hand, and even so, taking the post at Owenc's interpretation, people of a lower income taking even a short trip to mainland UK probably wouldn't enjoy these car parking charges.
Also, I don't accept the argument of "We used to pay so much so we can't complain if we've to pay more now". It's insulting really to consumer rights and having progressive industries.
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more jobs for next year
Jet2.com recruiting for 50 positions at Belfast International Airport - BelfastTelegraph.co.uk
Jet2.com recruiting for 50 positions at Belfast International Airport - BelfastTelegraph.co.uk
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I would suggest badly written especially when you read the Jet2 announcement on their website and compare
Jet2.com announces over 1,700 jobs | Jet2.com
Jet2.com announces over 1,700 jobs | Jet2.com
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Vilnius was Monday/Friday this summer as well. I doubt that Wizz would increase the frequency on the route any time soon - upgrading to an A321 for the full summer season would be the next logical step. I do think however that the horrible flight times are hindering growth on the service.