Ashley Quint
@ashleyquint.bsky.social
Director and Chief Travel Maestro at TravelTime World | 🌳 Responsible Travel Ambassador | 🍷 Alcohol-free | Writer and travel expert | 🎤 Former F1/FE Writer
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Trinity Airways Unveils World’s Most Basic Flat Bed Business Class: No Recline, No Entertainment
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Trinity Airways Unveils World's Most Basic Flat Bed Business Class: No Recline, No Entertainment
Trinity Airways, the rebranded T'way Air, is launching the Optimares SoFab seat on its new A330-900neos, a flat bed business class with no recline and no entertainment.
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September 11, 2026 at 11:28 AM
Trinity Airways Unveils World’s Most Basic Flat Bed Business Class: No Recline, No Entertainment
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Indonesia's Anak Krakatau volcano has erupted, forcing the temporary suspension of flights at Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Indonesia cancels flights at Jakarta airport as Anak Krakatau volcano erupts
Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau volcano has erupted, forcing the temporary suspension of flights at Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
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September 6, 2026 at 4:30 AM
Indonesia's Anak Krakatau volcano has erupted, forcing the temporary suspension of flights at Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
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Robert Colvile (“We can revive high streets but forget the shops. They’re never coming back”, Aug 30) says that the Mary Portas plan failed to come up with a strategy to save retail.
Sunday Times letters: Ideas for the high streets of the future
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September 6, 2026 at 4:19 AM
Robert Colvile (“We can revive high streets but forget the shops. They’re never coming back”, Aug 30) says that the Mary Portas plan failed to come up with a strategy to save retail.
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Major disruption as grass fire hits Heathrow train links
Major disruption as grass fire hits Heathrow train links
Severe delays and cancellations are set to continue, with no trains between central London and the airport.
www.bbc.co.uk
September 5, 2026 at 8:07 PM
Major disruption as grass fire hits Heathrow train links
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A new study shows that the over-40s consume more alcohol than younger generations. Four writers from their twenties to their sixties reveal all
Who drinks the most — Gen Z or boomers?
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September 5, 2026 at 2:22 PM
A new study shows that the over-40s consume more alcohol than younger generations. Four writers from their twenties to their sixties reveal all
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Three hurricanes in Pacific show the power of El Nino
Three hurricanes in Pacific show the power of El Nino
Three hurricanes that are churning in the Pacific represent a level of elevated activity consistent with El Nino.
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September 4, 2026 at 10:19 PM
Three hurricanes in Pacific show the power of El Nino
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Rome is facing a golf cart controversy.
Rome mounts a crackdown on golf carts that are increasingly popular with tourists
Rome is facing a golf cart controversy. Hundreds of them carry tourists through the city's historic center.
bit.ly
September 4, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Rome is facing a golf cart controversy.
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If F1 really does shorten grands prix next year because its technical rules have left the cars so energy-starved, will they discount ticket prices for fans by a suitable amount as they will now see less racing?
(Answer: Don't be silly)
#F1
(Answer: Don't be silly)
#F1
September 3, 2026 at 3:32 PM
If F1 really does shorten grands prix next year because its technical rules have left the cars so energy-starved, will they discount ticket prices for fans by a suitable amount as they will now see less racing?
(Answer: Don't be silly)
#F1
(Answer: Don't be silly)
#F1
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More and more of us want to travel long haul in more comfort, and for those who can’t stretch all the way up to a lie-flat seat in business class, Emirates could have just shaken up the Premium Economy market with a brand new seat on their upcoming Airbus A350 aircraft. It will introduce the […]
Emirates’ ‘game-changing’ new Premium Economy
More and more of us want to travel long haul in more comfort, and for those who can’t stretch all the way up to a lie-flat seat in business class, Emirates could have just shaken up the Premium Economy market with a brand new seat on their upcoming Airbus A350 aircraft. It will introduce the […]
traveltimeworld.co.uk
September 3, 2026 at 2:38 PM
More and more of us want to travel long haul in more comfort, and for those who can’t stretch all the way up to a lie-flat seat in business class, Emirates could have just shaken up the Premium Economy market with a brand new seat on their upcoming Airbus A350 aircraft. It will introduce the […]
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Which? says fake 10 Downing Street listing exposes 'unfit' Booking.com checks
Which? says fake 10 Downing Street listing exposes 'unfit' Booking.com checks
Booking.com said the "limited test" was "not a true reflection of the experience of millions of listings or reviews".
www.bbc.co.uk
September 2, 2026 at 1:31 AM
Which? says fake 10 Downing Street listing exposes 'unfit' Booking.com checks
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Cuba's tourism has nose-dived as the U.S. ramps up pressure on the island this year.
Cuba's tourism plummets 62% after US pressure and energy embargo
Cuba’s tourism has nose-dived as the U.S. ramps up pressure on the island this year. Official figures show a 62% decline in visitors from January to July compared to the same period in 2025.
bit.ly
September 2, 2026 at 4:30 AM
Cuba's tourism has nose-dived as the U.S. ramps up pressure on the island this year.
Truly hope this works for JetBlue, because it really seems to be quite a decent product (minus the lounge situation). https://traveltimeworld.co.uk/north-america/jetblue-launches-bluefirst-its-new-domestic-first/
September 1, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Truly hope this works for JetBlue, because it really seems to be quite a decent product (minus the lounge situation). https://traveltimeworld.co.uk/north-america/jetblue-launches-bluefirst-its-new-domestic-first/
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Dozens of people evacuated from parts of the Grand Canyon after flash floods
Dozens of people evacuated from parts of the Grand Canyon after flash floods
No one was injured in the flash floods, park officials said
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August 30, 2026 at 5:41 PM
Dozens of people evacuated from parts of the Grand Canyon after flash floods
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Why young Brits are going to Japan
Why young Brits are going to Japan
Photos of Mount Fuji, bowls of ramen and the bustle of Shibuya Crossing are filling up social media feeds.
www.bbc.co.uk
August 30, 2026 at 4:11 AM
Why young Brits are going to Japan
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Hackers steal data from millions of airport customers. 'The majority of the data accessed was restricted to customer email addresses and related to WiFi sign-ups within the airports' terminals.' Brace yourself for a wave of "public wifi is dangerous" takes! www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Hackers steal data from millions of UK airport customers
About 8.7 million customers had their data accessed and a ransom was demanded.
www.bbc.co.uk
August 27, 2026 at 3:53 PM
Hackers steal data from millions of airport customers. 'The majority of the data accessed was restricted to customer email addresses and related to WiFi sign-ups within the airports' terminals.' Brace yourself for a wave of "public wifi is dangerous" takes! www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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The return of passenger trains between Madrid and Lisbon could be close. Unofficial sources say Renfe and CP are preparing a daytime service with Talgo IV via Extremadura. trenvista.net/en/new...
Madrid–Lisbon Intercity? Renfe and CP could be working on it, with Talgo VI trains
The return of passenger trains between Madrid and Lisbon could be close. Unofficial sources say Renfe and CP are preparing a daytime service with Talgo VI via Extremadura.
www.trenvista.net
August 25, 2026 at 6:12 PM
The return of passenger trains between Madrid and Lisbon could be close. Unofficial sources say Renfe and CP are preparing a daytime service with Talgo IV via Extremadura. trenvista.net/en/new...
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Find out what your consumer rights are if your cruise holiday or itinerary has changed, and whether you can claim a refund or compensation.
What are my rights if my cruise is disrupted or cancelled?
www.thetimes.com
August 24, 2026 at 6:45 PM
Find out what your consumer rights are if your cruise holiday or itinerary has changed, and whether you can claim a refund or compensation.
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Jetstar has officially launched its new route connecting Melbourne with Sri Lanka. #aviation #aerospace
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Jetstar rolls out Melbourne-Sri Lanka service
The low-cost carrier’s inaugural Colombo flight, JQ5, took off from Melbourne just after 12:30pm on Tuesday aboard the 787-8 Dreamliner VH-VKA. Jetstar is the first Australian airline to operate the route, and will compete with SriLankan Airlines.
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August 25, 2026 at 3:30 AM
Jetstar has officially launched its new route connecting Melbourne with Sri Lanka. #aviation #aerospace
https://bit.ly/3UkwfyK
https://bit.ly/3UkwfyK
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What’s the term… too little too late…
August 24, 2026 at 10:41 AM
What’s the term… too little too late…
I don’t at home, but I do when I’m away on a work trip, it’s so much easier.
Tom Peck: I’ve started to wear the same outfit every day. It’s genius
Tom Peck: I’ve started to wear the same outfit every day. It’s genius
www.thetimes.com
August 16, 2026 at 6:39 AM
I don’t at home, but I do when I’m away on a work trip, it’s so much easier.
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JetBlue: BlueFirst seat has been FAA certified. First modification scheduled for September 21st.
August 12, 2026 at 6:25 PM
JetBlue: BlueFirst seat has been FAA certified. First modification scheduled for September 21st.
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This study suggests more flights are resulting in over tourism and pricing locals out.
When we fly LESS, every trip matters more, we stay longer, we support communities rather than overwhelming them. Tourism doesn't need to mean destruction.
#ReducePollution TheArtOfSlowing
When we fly LESS, every trip matters more, we stay longer, we support communities rather than overwhelming them. Tourism doesn't need to mean destruction.
#ReducePollution TheArtOfSlowing
Booming air tourism could fuel European rent hikes of up to €250 a…
Southern Europe and Ireland hit hardest by air tourism-driven housing crisis, T&E study finds
www.transportenvironment.org
August 9, 2026 at 11:19 AM
This study suggests more flights are resulting in over tourism and pricing locals out.
When we fly LESS, every trip matters more, we stay longer, we support communities rather than overwhelming them. Tourism doesn't need to mean destruction.
#ReducePollution TheArtOfSlowing
When we fly LESS, every trip matters more, we stay longer, we support communities rather than overwhelming them. Tourism doesn't need to mean destruction.
#ReducePollution TheArtOfSlowing
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We were delighted to host Advantage Travel Partnership CEO Julia Lo Bue-Said, for a TV interview with ITV News focusing on the wildfires across southern Europe and the impact it has on imminent travel, and what it may mean for travelling in the future. In the interview, which aired on Tuesday,…
Filming with ITV News and Julia Lo-Bue Said
We were delighted to host Advantage Travel Partnership CEO Julia Lo Bue-Said, for a TV interview with ITV News focusing on the wildfires across southern Europe and the impact it has on imminent travel, and what it may mean for travelling in the future. In the interview, which aired on Tuesday, Julia spoke about the […]
traveltimeworld.co.uk
August 8, 2026 at 12:38 PM
We were delighted to host Advantage Travel Partnership CEO Julia Lo Bue-Said, for a TV interview with ITV News focusing on the wildfires across southern Europe and the impact it has on imminent travel, and what it may mean for travelling in the future. In the interview, which aired on Tuesday,…
Don’t think I have ever seen this, considering we’re so close to the flightpath for Luton, and the Bovingdon stack for Heathrow.
August 9, 2026 at 6:40 AM
Don’t think I have ever seen this, considering we’re so close to the flightpath for Luton, and the Bovingdon stack for Heathrow.
Book a ‘package holiday’ and you’re protected that way…!
‘Vrbo won’t refund our £3,000 after holiday villa made us ill’
‘Vrbo won’t refund our £3,000 after holiday villa made us ill’
www.thetimes.com
August 9, 2026 at 6:38 AM
Book a ‘package holiday’ and you’re protected that way…!