TRYING to decide on your next holiday destination can be a tricky decision, with passenger numbers hitting an all time high.
Predictions by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) say as many as five billion people are expected to travel this year – higher than pre-Covid 2029 numbers by 400million.
And this is expected to be even higher next year, we’ve rounded up some of the big new flight routes being launched by airlines such as British Airways and easyJet, that you should get excited about in 2025.
From beautiful winter sun islands to up-and-coming cities, make sure to add these to your travel list next year.
EasyJet – Cape Verde
EasyJet is launching its longest flight yet, with new routes to Cape Verde next year.
Taking off from London Gatwick from March 31, the flights will land on the island of Sal.
Flights will depart from Gatwick at 10am, arriving at 2:10pm, while return flights…
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