TUI is resuming flights to several European destinations from Bristol Airport later this month.
In June, flights began operating for the first time since several airlines were forced to ground their fleets at the end of March as a result of Covid-19
Nearly four months later and TUI has revealed its summer 2020 holiday programme starting this Saturday (July 25).
The UK’s largest holiday company will be ready to take people on holiday again to 10 destinations across Spain and Greece, including Alicante, Corfu, Heraklion, Ibiza, Kos, Gran Canaria, Palma, Rhodes, Tenerife and Zakynthos.
More destinations, including in Turkey, Egypt and Cyprus, will be added to the programme throughout August and September, with a total of 18 destinations accessible from Bristol by the start of October.
The first flight to depart Bristol Airport on July 25 will be to Palma, Majorca at 9.25am.
Richard Sofer, commercial director at TUI UK & Ireland said: “After four months of not taking people on holidays, we are incredibly excited to be back at Bristol Airport and taking our customers away.
"We’re starting small, offering holidays to some of our most popular destinations, so that those who want to travel can do so safely.
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“Of course, the current circumstances mean we need to be flexible, and we’re ready to adapt our plans if need be.
"We’re always monitoring local and international government advice, and we’ll constantly review our holiday programme as we go along.
“Our customers can be sure they’ll be taken care of through every part of their holiday with us – from the flight, to the transfers, and the hotel – particularly with our new COVID-19 Cover included with every booking.
"We realise we’re almost halfway through the summer, so we’re glad we’re finally able to offer a variety of choices so our customers can make the most of what’s left of the warmer months.”
Dave Lees, CEO of Bristol Airport, added: “We are delighted to see the return of TUI flights from Bristol Airport.
"During these unchartered times, never has a well-earned holiday been more deserved by our customers.
"The flight programme restarting is a clear indicator of the aviation industry slowly recovering and gradually returning to normal.
"We continue to work closely with airlines, the government, Department for Transport and Public Health England on the latest information and guidance to keep our customers and colleagues safe whilst travelling.”
