Angela from Customer Services sitting in a desk typing while looking at the screen.
Staffing & Recruitment

#MyBarrheadCareer: Angela McKenna, Customer Service Team Leader

Hi Angela, tell us a little bit about yourself and your role at Barrhead Travel?On joining Barrhead Travel, the first department I worked in was cruise sales. I then moved onto package department, flights department, family fund department, last minute.com department and then the internet department before moving to the customer service department in December 2012. I have been Team Leader in the department since 2017 and enjoy my role very much.

Europe

Which Italian city break should you try next?

Italy is one of Europe’s most diverse destinations. Fancy a quick city break? Check. Want to devour delicious food? Yes. Sip incredible wines? Of course. See world-famous buildings? There’s plenty of that. Or soak up some sun? There’s no shortage of sunny days in Italy.Saying that though, Italy offers a diverse holiday experience because it boasts a number of beautiful holiday spots. There’s the capital Rome, home to the Vatican and the Colosseum. Then you have Venice in the northeast with its iconic gondolas and in the south you’ll find Naples and the beautiful Sorrento. It’s not always an easy choice deciding which one to visit (though we recommend visiting them all at some point). To make your choice a little simpler we’ve compiled this quick guide to help you decide which Italian city is right for your next trip.

A KLM Dreamliner in the sky
Travel Inspiration

7 reasons to fly with KLM

This year, KLM will be celebrating its 100th Birthday! That’s a 100 years’ worth of flying experience and taking travellers to their destinations around the world. The combination of experience and a great network of worldwide destinations means that there are many reasons to fly with KLM. Here are our top 7.

An Amresorts accommodation on the beach on a sunny day
Caribbean

Which brand from The AMResorts Holiday Collection is right for you?

If you’re looking for a premium all-inclusive, luxury holiday resort in the Caribbean or Mexico, then look no further than The AMResorts Collection. Its seven brands all boast their own unique atmosphere and amenities, allowing every type of traveller to find a resort that is right for them. But despite their differences, they all offer the AMResorts promise of Endless Privileges®, Unlimited-Luxury®, or Unlimited-Fun® alongside sun-soaked beaches, elegant accommodations, a world-class spa, gourmet dining, and unlimited premium drinks. Here’s what each of them has to offer.

USA

10 must do’s in the Florida Keys and Key West

The Florida Keys is one of America’s most iconic road trips. Starting in Miami and extending south until Key West, this 113-mile stretch of road takes only three hours to complete. But to drive end-to-end with no breaks would be doing yourself a disservice.That’s because this island chain is beautifully diverse and feels a world apart from the theme parks and shopping malls of mainland Florida. While it is Key West that typically gets all the attention, anyone who has taken the time to stop at all the islands will tell you that they each offer a unique experience. Before you start your journey, ensure you have a read through our top 10 must do’s in the Florida Keys and make a point of stopping at least once on each island.

Economy Class in Virgin Atlantic
Travel Inspiration

The 3 economy packages available on-board Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic has long been recognised as an airline that creates an enjoyable atmosphere for its passengers. And you don’t need to fly in business or first class to enjoy additional extras. Virgin Atlantic has pulled out the stops to ensure that all its economy passengers enjoy little extras too – and don’t pay for extras that they don’t need – thanks to their three economy packages.

USA

How to spend 48 hours in Los Angeles

Los Angeles is a popular city for a weekend break – whether it’s a stopover on the way to the Pacific Ocean or Asia, or as part of wider Western America road trip. Thing is though, it’s a big city and it can feel like a mammoth task planning how to see as much of it as possible in two days. So we’ve done it for you. Including where to stop for lunch and dinner, and how to get around the city.