@Olof,
.................. I just wish we (Brits) had the same access to all the other non UK major European carriers..........
Never heared of someone refused because of british nature?? But, as overall in the world, it helps to have a knowledge of the local language.
I admit, it is easier for "non-british", because with a higher educatoin level you are forced to have two languages in your curriculum, i.e. in Germany English/France/Latin.
The real reason british do not want to come to the continent is: Europe is driving on the wrong side of the road and the GBP is not available!