Jet2 plc

03/28/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/28/2024 04:03

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays take off to Tivat and Nice for the first time from London Stansted Airport

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays will wave off their first flight to Tivat from London Stansted Airport on Monday (1st April),when their inaugural flight to Montenegro departs.

The busy flight will mark the start of the leading leisure airline and UK's largest tour operator giving local customers a taste of Montenegro by operating up to two weekly services (Monday and Thursday) to Tivat from London Stansted Airport until 28th October 2024.

Jet2.com andJet2CityBreaks are further expanding their programme next month from London Stansted Airport, as their inaugural flight to Nice will depart on 3rd May 2024, offering two weekly services (Monday and Friday) until 1st November 2024.

As well as offering flights and holidays to Nice from London Stansted Airport withJet2.com and Jet2holidays, packages are also on sale through Jet2CityBreaks to the French city.

Centring on the magnificent Porto Montenegro marina, featuring yachts, designer shopping and spectacular restaurants, the beautiful town of Tivat twinkles with luxury. Traces of Montenegro's history is dotted around the town, including sacred monuments and classic architecture. Between the lush vegetation, colourful streets and favourable Mediterranean climate, Tivat will charm you time and time again. Outside of Tivat, wider Montenegro offers peaceful bays, luscious lakes, adorable islands and picturesque hikes through its National Park for a holiday that keeps on giving.

For customers seeking a summery city break full of culture and luxury, they should look no further than a delightful getaway to Nice. Located on the South East coast of France, Nice is a glamorous coastal city full of life with pastel-clouded townhouses and stylish architecture. Sitting on the shimmering Mediterranean, holidaymakers can alternate between lazing on the beach and wandering the dainty Old Town for delicious dining and superb shopping.

Jet2.com andJet2holidays are offering a huge programme for Summer 24, with 45 sun and city destinations on sale from London Stansted Airport. This offerslocal customers and independent travel agents with unrivalled choice and flexibility when it comes to booking or enjoying a much-needed getaway to their favourite summer destinations.

Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, said: "We are delighted to be waving off our first flight to Tivat from London Stansted Airport and look forward to seeing our inaugural flight to Nice take off from the base next month too. The addition of these stunning holiday destinations has proven to be extremely popular with customers and independent travel agents looking for glorious sunshine alongside that authentic cultural experience. Tivat and Nice are fantastic additions to our enormous Summer 24 programme from London Stansted Airport, and it means we are extending our popular costal holiday offerings significantly for locals in the South East. As the UK's largest tour operator, we are giving customers and independent travel agents unrivalled choice when it comes to enjoying a holiday from London Stansted Airport this Summer 24, with award-winning customer experience on top."

Ana Tripković Marković, Director of National Tourism Organisation of Montenegro, said: "The new route to Montenegro operated by renowned company Jet2.com shows significant progress in the field of better tourist connections between the UK and Montenegro. For us, this is a very important step, bearing in mind that the UK market is one of the most important for Montenegro as a tourist destination, from which we recorded growing trends. In the third quarter of the previous year, Montenegro was in second place in Europe in terms of growth in the number of tourists from UK compared to 2019, according to the European Travel Commission. We believe that significant contributions were made by Jet2holidays, in which we see a loyal partner for further activities. We are sure this airline will enable us to welcome tourists from the UK who have not had the opportunity to visit our country, and we will do our best to provide an unforgettable experience for them."

Gwenaelle Delos, Director for Atout France in the UK & Ireland, said: "We are pleased with this new route with Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks connecting London Stansted Airport to Nice. This presents a unique opportunity for travellers to discover the charm of Nice Cote d'Azur. From the vibrant Rose Festival to the Garden Festival, the iconic arrival of the Tour de France, and the prestigious Olympic Flame ceremony, along with the region's exceptional cuisine and diverse museums, Nice Cote d'Azur boasts a rich array of experiences. The destination encompasses the scenic coastal areas, the picturesque mid-country landscapes, access to the southern Alps, the vibrant city of Nice, and various other cities, all complemented by an array of captivating festivals."