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    Budget-Friendly European Journeys: Trains Beat Planes for Flight-Free Summer Vacations

    European rail has become the preferred alternative for holidaymakers who want to avoid airports with all their hassles, delays, and costs.
    It’s not just better for our planet. You can save money by taking the train.
    As a Which? research suggests families can save money on travel by choosing sleeper trains instead of short-haul flights.
    Consumer advocacy group says a family of four can save up to PS100 (EUR115), if they travel by sleeper train.
    Families with more children can save up to PS250 (EUR287).ADVERTISEMENTHere are some ways to save money on your holiday.
    What sleeper trains routes can you save money on?Which? analyzed the costs of three European sleeper routes and two UK routes.
    They compared, for the European routes of Paris to Vienna, Brussels Vienna and London Berlin, the price of a private compartment during the first week in August with the cost of the cheapest flight plus a night of accommodation.
    Nightjet is Europe’s biggest sleeper train operator.
    A couple could save money on these services by flying. A couple with up to four children is better off taking the train.
    “Groups of four could save PS94, while a bigger group could reduce their holiday bill by a whopping PS267,” Which? concluded.
    The ticket for the London to Berlin Sleeper Route, operated by European Sleeper, is slightly more expensive than both a flight plus a night of accommodation.
    Rory Boland is the editor of Which? Travel acknowledged that the price of travel is still a barrier to eco-friendly travel.
    “While new sleeper train routes have launched across Europe, fares are prohibitive for many travellers,” he mentioned.
    “Our research found solo travellers and couples would have to pay significantly more to choose the train over the plane. But the good news is that there are savings to be made for families and larger groups who can share train compartments.”
    In the UK, sleeper trains cost about the same as flights
    There are two sleeper trains in the UK: GWR Night Riviera, which runs from London Paddington Station to Penzance and Caledonian Express, which runs from London Euston Station to the Highlands.
    Cornwall’s sleeper services cost the same as a flight. Railcard holders get a discount around PS50 (EUR57.50) The passengers can also use a free surfboard or bicycle.
    A family of six or four would pay the same amount for a Caledonian Sleeper, a luxurious option that is well-known.
    What is the environmental impact of flying?By avoiding air travel, you can reduce your carbon footprint.
    The average person in the Democratic Republic of Congo emits about 242kg of CO2 per year.
    Trains traveling along the same route emit around 32kg CO2 per person, which is a reduction of seven times the emissions from flights.
    UK domestic flights emit more CO2 than rail. By rail, a trip from London to Aberdeen emits only 50kg CO2 per person. However, by air the amount is more than doubled to 119kg.
    Rail revival and ‘slow travel’Rail travel offers a great alternative to flying, with no security lines, more relaxed baggage restrictions and stunning views.
    It’s also less likely that you will be stranded due to a flight cancellation at the last minute or a long delay. This can ruin even the best-planned vacation.
    There are many ways to view Europe from a train’s window. With over 200,000km of rail in Europe, you can see the continent from a variety of angles.

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    How to Spend 7 Action Packed Days in the Algarve

    For those that like to pack as much as possible into their holiday and enjoy a thrill or two, Algarve Tourism has come up with their top list of adrenaline-fueled activities, that will have your pulse racing and your family and friends talking about their experiences for years to come.With a golden coastline stretching over 200 kms, caves and grottos to explore and great surf breaks, the region is the perfect backdrop for kayaking, paddle boarding, jet skiing and surfing. Whilst inland, tracks that weave their way through almond groves and white-washed villages up to the mountainous region of Monchique, are great for off-road adventures.
    After a busy week of activities, there is nowhere better to relax than on one of the 85 Blue Flag beaches, for which the Algarve receives annual accolades.
    Off Road Buggy TourAre you prepared for the ride of your life? Well your ticket to an unforgettable off-road adventure awaits you. With Extremo Ambiente, you’ll embark on an exciting off-road tour on a Polaris RZR vehicle that will take you around the amazing landscapes of the Algarve, while zooming through dirt roads, hills and rivers.
    Cost: £140 for 2 people www.extremoambiente.pt
      2.  Jet Ski TourADVERTISEMENTIf you’re looking for an exciting way to get to know the Algarve coast and visit the magnificent caves, there’s no better way to do it than with a Jet Ski tour.
    Feel the adrenaline rush through your veins as you cruise the crystal-clear waters of the coast on your high speed water scooter.
    This unique experience will allow you to see a completely different side of the Algarve. And for those that like cruising around the coast in a calmer fashion, they can choose a slower ride as a family or couples outing.
    Cost: 3 hour rentals from £190 per adult. Rental with skipper for one hour and 30 mins from £196 per adult www.royalnautic.pt
      3.  Tandem Sky Dive
    Securely harnessed to your qualified tandem skydiving instructor you will experience the thrill and excitement of freefall whilst enjoying some of the most spectacular and incredible views of the Algarve. The activity is open to any one over 16 years old* even if you have never jumped before.
    * Parental consent required for 16/17 year olds.
    Thrill seekers can choose from different packages, including a choice of jumping from 10,000 or 15,000ft in a tandem.
    Costs from £153 per person. www.skydivealgarve.com
    Mountain BikingFor those who prefer exploring new destinations by pedal power, the Algarve offers some diverse scenery, from rugged mountain tops to the dazzling Atlantic coast, passing through the typical Algarve’s barrocal. Popular routes are Via Algarviana, an inland route connecting Alcoutim in the far east to Cabo de São Vicente in the far west that consists of rural paths across the mountains and valleys that will allow you to see the great variety of fauna and flora of this region and to immerse into the local culture of rural villages. On the west coast the Rota Vicentina has many popular routes that provide sweeping views of the Atlantic.
    Routes can be planned using the Tourism’s website www.portuguesetrails.com.
    For guided daily bike tours visit www.algarvebikeholidays.com. Daily tours cost £47 and include the bike, helmet, guide and Insurance. Mountain bike rental is £23 per day.
    Open Top Jeep Tour– Best of the WestTo see a completely different side to the Algarve, a guided tour in an open-top jeep in the Natural Park of Costa Vicentina in the south west of the region, is a must. Expect magnificent beaches, rocky coastlines, breathtaking views, fishermen’s villages, paleontological sites, historical insights, and soaring birds.
    Cost: £81 per person. Visit hw.geographic-algarve.com
      6.  Surfing
    With its emerald waters and waves, the Algarve reigns as one of Europe’s greatest surfing playgrounds. 
    If you want to break a wave or two, Freeride Surf School in Sagres, the most south-western point in Portugal, is the perfect choice for your surf holiday.
    From group lessons to private lessons or surf guides, the surf school has the best team of professionals for surfers at any skill level.
    With lessons running from March to December, surfers can pick from either one- day packages to six day lessons.
    Costs start from £55 per person for a day and from £153 per person for 3 days.
    www.frsurf.com
      7. Kayaking/Cave exploration
    This breath-taking guided Kayak tour in Ponta De Piedade navigates you through a labyrinth of caves, arches, rock formations and secret beaches, allowing you to discover the beauty of the Portuguese coastline at sea level.
    And you’ll be free to soak in all the beauty as an experienced guide gives you the necessary tips and techniques to navigate your kayak safely through the caves.
    Over the course of two hours and 15 minutes, kayakers will travel a distance of 10 kilometres, which is equivalent to 5.4 nautical miles.
    Cost: £35 per person for adults and children. Minimum age 6 yrs. www.bluefleet.pt/en/experiences/kayak-grotto-tour/

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    APT and Travelmarvel launch new agent incentive competition

    APT & Travelmarvel will be giving one lucky travel agent a year’s worth of food shopping for them and their household with a new ‘Win a Year’s Food Shopping’ competition, launching today.
    It couldn’t be simpler to enter.
    Agents just need to subscribe to APT’s trade emails here before December 14th, or in person at any of the trade events that APT will be exhibiting at throughout the year, and they will be automatically entered into the draw.
    With food prices continuing to rise, the average annual spend on food shopping in the UK is now £4,125.
    APT will support the lucky winner by covering these household costs for a full year, giving them a total prize of £4,200 in Love2Shop vouchers, valid to spend at Sainsbury’s, ASDA or Morrisons.
    These will be delivered in 12 monthly instalments of £350 throughout 2024.
    The lucky winner will be selected at random on December 15th.
    Once subscribed to APT’s informative trade emails, agents will benefit from learning about new incentives, fam trip opportunities, product launches, training, key events and more.
    Brad Bennetts, APT & Travelmarvel head of sales & business development, said: “With the cost-of-living crisis, times are tough out there, so we wanted to come up with a new way to support our valued agent partners, creating a trade campaign that was exciting but also genuinely meaningful.
    “By covering the cost of their household food shopping each month for a whole year, our ambition is to reduce the pressure of rising costs for one lucky winner for a whole year.
    “I wish everyone the best of luck – get subscribing today!”

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    Meet HEAT: American’s tool to manage through summer storms

    Airline operations are carefully planned and orchestrated, and a reliable operation is one that’s constantly moving. Because when an airline stops, it means our aircraft and crews stop — and importantly, it means our customers stop. It means it can become increasingly more difficult to return to normal operations.
    American Airlines has developed cutting-edge technology that keeps customers moving when severe weather impacts our larger hubs. The Hub Efficiency Analytics Tool (HEAT) dynamically moves our flight schedules around to ensure that customers, crews and aircraft keep moving when weather threatens to disrupt our schedule.
    Developed in-house at American, HEAT optimizes data about weather, how full our flights are, customer connections, and gate availability, as well as any air traffic control or crew constraints. Then, an advanced algorithm weighs this data and shifts arrivals and departures around at the hub. The incredible experts at our Integrated Operations Center (IOC) — the nerve center of our operation — use HEAT to help us avoid the most severe weather impacts and keep our operation running, while getting customers on their way faster during severe weather.
    “HEAT is an innovative tool and part of our irregular operations playbook that will only get smarter with use,” said Timothy Niznik, American’s director of IOC Analytics. “Each time we run HEAT, we analyze the results, and incorporate those findings so we can continue to improve the strategies and technology that help keep our operation moving.”
    Since its initial deployment last year, HEAT has prevented nearly 1,000 flight cancellations across our network.ADVERTISEMENT“HEAT allows me to optimize our flight timing in inclement weather to provide a better experience for our customers and crews — it’s a game changer,” said Bob Shirley, an American dispatcher, air traffic control coordinator and a member of the team who developed the tool.

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    Leave your Kindle or tablet at home – because the book is back on holiday

    Researchers from easyJet Holidays, surveyed the nation’s holidaymakers – and revealed a staggering 87% insist a real book is better on holiday than any form of tech.The research was commissioned to celebrate the operator’s new partnership with WHSmith, the global travel retailer, curating a ‘Perfect Summer Reads’ edit for jetsetters. The partnership will see the list promoted in 140 WHSmith stores, which will be co-branded with easyJet holidays, based in UK airports and train stations.
    77% of Brits maintain they always read a real book on holiday, with 56% saying it is one of the only times they take a proper break from looking at a screen.
    More than a third (35%) even love the smell of a book, while 24% said a device doesn’t have the same aesthetic as the front cover of a novel. What’s more, almost a quarter (22%) reckon holding a book makes them appear more cultured, while 11% of modern Brits deem old-school hard copy books as retro and hip.
    One in ten (10%) like that other people can see what they’re reading, in fact, 79% think that a holiday isn’t a real holiday without a book to read. Amazingly, almost half (49%) read more books on holiday than they do for the rest of the year.
    Feeling more relaxed (74%), having fewer distractions (54%) and not worrying about work (23%) are reasons why we read more on our holidays.ADVERTISEMENTTo help readers choose their perfect holiday narrative, easyJet Holidays and WHSmith Travel have curated a selection of spine-tingling summer page turners, guaranteed to elevate any holiday, with an objective to showcase a diverse range of authors. From gritty crime dramas and coming of age stories, to laugh-out-loud fiction and inspiring essays and poetry, the ‘Perfect Summer Reads’ edit will be available across WHSmith Travel stores in large airports and rail locations in the UK:
    The Bullet That Missed – Richard OsmanHoney & Spice – Bolu BabalolaThe Boys from Biloxi – John GrishamIt Starts With Us – Colleen HooverGreenlights – Matthew McConaugheyYoung Mungo – Douglas StuartLessons in Chemistry – Bonnie GarmusThe Escape Artist – Jonathan FreedlandAct of Oblivion – Robert HarrisUndoctored – Adam KayTrespasses – Louise KennedyThe Whale Tattoo – Jon RansomTomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow – Gabrielle ZevinYou made A Fool of Death with your Beauty – Akwaeke EmeziQueer Life, Queer Love: The Second Anthology
    Mike Roberts, Senior Books Buyer, WHSmith Travel, said: “We’ve loved working with easyJet Holidays to curate this selection of Perfect Summer Reads. There really is something for everyone; the edit includes some of the big summer blockbusters we know our customers are going to love, and an eclectic selection of diverse titles, authors and genres. So wherever you’re journey takes you this summer, you can pick up a guaranteed good read to enjoy on your travels.”
    Chris Brown, Head of Marketing at easyJet Holidays, who commissioned the survey commented: “Books and holidays have always gone hand-in-hand. Whether it’s saving a particular novel for a holiday read, or grabbing that last-minute bestseller from the airport WHSmith, books help make a holiday relaxing. For those who aren’t usually avid readers at home, it’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in something special. That’s why we’re extremely pleased to have partnered with WHSmith, to curate the ultimate list of perfect summer reads, showcasing a diverse range of authors, to help you elevate all our customers’ holiday experiences.”
    Almost one in five (19%) say the best place to read a book is on a sun lounger, while 16% prefer to sit under the shade of a tree.
    While 27% have even come up with the plot for their own novel while whiling away the hours on holiday, yet a forgetful 32% have left their book at home and been forced to read something random from the hotel library.
    An honest 49% judge fellow holidaymakers on their beach reads, while 71% believe you can tell a lot about a person by the book they’re reading.
    51% of Brits purchase their holiday book at the airport, while 47% are more organised and purchase them online before they jet off to sunnier climes.

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    Walt Disney World Announces New Holiday Glam Party Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios

    As Disney celebrates Halfway to the Holidays, festive cheer is already in the air at Walt Disney World Resort. This year, celebrate the season of all that is merry and bright in a magical way with new jolly experiences, glittering sights, sounds and scrumptious sweet treats. Plus, thrill to the return of fan-favorite Disney holiday traditions. 
    Celebrate in Style With a New Nighttime Holiday Party at Disney’s Hollywood Studios This festive season, Disney’s Hollywood Studios will host a brand new nighttime party, Disney Jollywood Nights, on 10 select evenings Nov. 11-Dec. 20, 2023. The separately ticketed event, which takes place 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., invites guests to experience a glamorous evening full of merry mashups, delicious tastes and sips, iconic throwback characters, and a holiday vibe full of glitz and sparkle. For an extra dose of cheer, the party wraps with the return of the nighttime spectacular, “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!”
    Experience glimmering, festive entertainment inspired by different genres.  The incomparable Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy are special guests for an all-new stage show at Theater of the Stars featuring special appearances by guest stars Tiana, Belle, Minnie Mouse, and Mickey Mouse. Encounter glitz and glamor galore in a jazz lounge at The Hollywood Brown Derby and an other-worldly soiree at The Hollywood Tower Hotel Courtyard. Note: Capacity for both events is limited. End the night with a bang – literally – when the festive favorite “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!” returns. This Santa-sized nighttime spectacular, featuring the elf duo Wayne and Lanny from Disney Animation Studio’s “Prep and Landing,” is jam-packed with music, fireworks, special effects, and dazzling state-of-the-art projections.  And throughout the evening, stylish partygoers who want to put their own singing and dancing on display can join in a spirited sing-along at the Hyperion Theater, dance to a holiday DJ mix at the park’s main entrance or take in a lively Latin Street Fair on Commissary Lane. Enjoy after-hours access to thrilling rides and coasters. Leave time to play as some of the park’s most exciting attractions will be available with lower wait times during the party, including Slinky Dog Dash, Rock N’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith and The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror.  Revelers can be rebels too at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. The park’s newest land offers a chance to fly the iconic Millennium Falcon on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run and be part of an epic battle between the First Order and the Resistance in Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, which will use virtual queue* during Disney Jollywood Nights. Pal around with your favorite Disney friends throughout Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Meet Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and the rest of the iconic gang in Animation Courtyard on a hot set with dazzling holiday props.  Snap a selfie with favorite throwback friends like Powerline Max and Phineas and Ferb at Echo Lake with classic holidays decor. Strike a stylish pose with Edna Mode, Dahling – and chill (wink, wink) with one of her super friends at Pixar Plaza. Photos of these and other unforgettable moments can be captured by the Disney PhotoPass team, with free digital downloads and two new PhotoPass experiences included with the price of event tickets.**  Indulge in delicious holiday tastes and sips. An array of specialty menu offerings will be available for purchase including Spicy Korean Chicken on a Mini Funnel Cake, as well as sweet treats like a colorful Christmas Tree Cookie Stack inspired by the iconic Echo Lake Christmas Tree.  Classic cocktails and an assortment of specially-curated holiday beverages will add extra cheer. Disney Jollywood Nights is a limited-capacity holiday party. Guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin hotels, and Shades of Green can purchase tickets starting June 29. Tickets can be purchased by all guests starting July 6 on DisneyWorld.com. Ticket prices will range from $159-179 per person. Party dates are: 
    November: 11,18, 20, 27, 29 December: 4, 6,16,18, 20 Enjoy All That Is Merry and Bright Across Walt Disney World There’s snow much to look forward to for the holidays at Walt Disney World Resort. Holiday magic can be found across the 40-square-mile resort, from theme parks and water parks to resort hotels and shopping, dining and entertainment districts. 
    Experience holiday magic at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party.  On 25 select nights, Nov. 9-Dec. 22, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will welcome guests to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at Magic Kingdom Park. Holiday magic is unwrapped with the return of festive favorites like the Christmas extravaganza stage show, “Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration,” the sparkling spectacular “Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks” and the merry must-see “Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade.” Guests can also look forward to enjoying some of their favorite classic and thrill attractions, including the new TRON Lightcycle / Run presented by Enterprise, which will use a virtual queue* during the event. ADVERTISEMENTTickets for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party are limited and can be purchased online beginning July 6. Guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green can begin purchasing tickets as early as June 29 on DisneyWorld.com.  Ticket prices will range from $159-199 per adult and $149-189 per child, ages 3-9.
    Party dates are: 
    November 9, 10, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19, 21, 22, 26, 28, 30 December: 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21, 22 Still more joy-filled holiday entertainment awaits.  For the first time in forever, guests will be able to join Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff and the Snowgies in front of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom for “Frozen Holiday Surprise.” This brand new “Frozen”–inspired entertainment experience will illuminate the castle in a whole new way. It can be seen during regular park hours and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party.  Amidst glowing holiday decor, a Merry Menagerie of winter animals returns to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park in the form of artisan-sculpted puppets. EPCOT will celebrate with the return of Candlelight Processional as part of the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Nov. 24 through Dec. 30. Other guest-favorite traditions including storytellers from around the world, joyful musical acts, and Holiday Kitchens return to World Showcase for the festival.  Disney’s Hollywood Studios will once again present Sunset Seasons Greetings as projection effects magically transform the park icon into an array of holiday scenes as snow falls along Sunset Boulevard. In Toy Story Land, guests can spot Woody, Jessie and Buzz sporting their holiday best.  At Disney Springs, shoppers can find treasures for loved ones while enjoying dazzling decor and live entertainment. And the Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll invites guests to discover 20 Christmas trees on display throughout the dining, entertainment and retail complex. Visitors can also be on the lookout for magical snowfall in Central Florida. Guests can say hello to Santa Claus as he makes special appearances in all four parks, Disney Springs and even at a Disney Water Park, where you’ll find him dressed in his tropical holiday beachwear. Special savings on stays at Disney Resort Hotels. The only thing better than visiting a Disney theme park at the holidays is complementing it with a stay at a Disney Resort hotel. Each resort is decked out for the holidays, and lobbies at select locations feature larger-than-life gingerbread displays during the holiday season. Guests can save up to 25% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels for stays this fall and winter season. To learn more, visit disneyworld.com/HolidaySavings. Disney+ subscribers can save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels for stays this holiday season. Learn more at Disneyworld.com/DisneyPlus.***
    *Virtual queues are limited and subject to availability, times are subject to change, and joining a virtual queue does not guarantee entrance to any experience. For more information on joining virtual queues during these seasonal hard-ticket events please visit the virtual queue information page.
    ** Disney PhotoPass service is subject to Disney PhotoPass terms and expiration policy at https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/photopass-terms-conditions. Online registration required. Subject to restrictions and change without notice.
    ***Number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Length-of-stay requirements may apply. Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room. 25% savings for select Disney Deluxe and Deluxe Villa Resorts; lower savings may be available at other select Resorts. For Disney+ subscribers, 35% savings for select Disney Deluxe and Deluxe Villa Resorts; lower savings may be available at other select Resorts.  Theme Park admission separately priced.

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    Gambia Experience Adds Extra Oct Half Term and Xmas Flights

    Additional October and December flights to The Gambia have been announced by UK specialist tour operator The Gambia Experience to meet high customer demand.With holidays sold out for its Friday 20th October departure, The Gambia Experience has secured an extra Gatwick flight for seven night holidays during the popular half term period on Monday 23rd October.
    The Gambia Experience has also increased capacity over Christmas and New Year, adding new Thursday December departures on December 21st for 14-night stays, and December 14th for 21-night holidays with a flight-only option also available.
    Karen Durham, product manager for the company said:
    “We’re delighted to have secured additional flights to avoid disappointment and provide our customers with the best holiday choice for the upcoming season. We have some great new beachfront hotel options, along with some incredible wildlife and cultural tours that are perfect for tailormade holidays. We’re also excited to offer a ‘Rivers of West Africa’ seven-night cruise aboard the Harmony G Mega yacht, plus new bird watching tours with Springwatch presenter and naturalist Megan McCubbin, in conjunction with our *award-winning guide Malick Suso. However, with holidays selling fast, we strongly advise customers book now for key dates, including May half term next year.”
    Convenient daytime departure slots are offered on all flights. Lounge access at Gatwick and Banjul, along with Star Class upgrades on board its flights with Titan Airways are also available.ADVERTISEMENTThe Gambia is on the same time zone, and with temperatures averaging 32 degrees, has long been an appealing holiday choice for winter sun lovers. Offering tropical sunshine within six hours of flying time from the UK, its unspoilt golden sand beaches, abundant birds and wildlife and vibrant African culture give visitors a true taste of Africa without the jet lag.
    Holidays are fully ATOL protected and packages include luggage allowance, and transfers, along with festive gala dinners for Christmas and New Year bookings.
    Call 01489 866 939 or visit www.gambia.co.uk

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    London City Airport Community Fund Empowers Local Communities with £36k in Funding

    London City Airport has announced the successful applicants for the second tranche of funding from the airport’s £75,000 Community Fund.The airport has awarded £36,023 of funding to 13 charities and not-for-profit organisations covering six East London boroughs including Newham, Hackney, Tower Hamlets, Bexley, Waltham Forest, and Redbridge. Each successful applicant will receive a grant of up to £3,000 to build stronger, safer, and healthier communities, and raise aspirations of East Londoners.
    Local groups that have secured funding include Salaam Peace, an organisation dedicated to delivering sports and education programmes across East London which attracts 1250 people per week, in addition to Island House Community Centre, a charity providing education and digital skills training to improve the confidence and employability of disadvantaged and marginalised groups.
    The announcement follows the airport’s first tranche of community funding in December, which included a donation of £50,000 to local foodbanks to help support communities with the cost-of-living crisis. Since launching the fund in May 2019, the Community Fund has awarded over £400,000 to 120+ charities and not-for-profit organisations to date.
    Azi Mohammed, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Salaam Peace, said:
    “We are delighted to be recipients of the London City Airport Community Grant Fund. The funding will make a significant impact to the young people from underserved local communities. The grant will be used to deliver a football sessions, workshops and coaching courses for 13-16-year-old boys, which will enhance the physical and mental well-being, social mixing and employability skills of these individuals.”ADVERTISEMENTPaul Rogers, Centre Director, CEO, Island House Community Centre, said:
    “Island House Community Centre welcomes the generous funding from London City Airport which will enable us to continue and grow our valuable SKILLS project, providing much-needed digital skills, language and employability training in our local community.”
    Jan Mitchell, Project Manager, One Place East, said:
    “We are very excited to be awarded Grant from London City Airport Community Fund. This will give us the opportunity to continue our Dementia befriending work with the local community and make a difference to those living in isolation due to this disease!”
    Bablu Miah, Head and Founder of Trapped in Zone One, said:
    “London City Airport’s funding will support Trapped in Zone One to offer free to access fitness classes to women from marginalised communities in East London. The grant will provide opportunities for local women to get active through weekly group exercises sessions, boosting mental-wellbeing and promoting social activity.”
    Robert Sinclair, CEO of London City Airport, said:
    “Just as we did during the pandemic, we’re using the Community Fund to benefit local community initiatives that need it most. We hope these grants will make a noticeable difference to local organisations that are vital for the prosperity of East London.”

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