Low cost airline Jet2 has rather risibly launched the concept of ‘greener seats’.  Claiming that new lighter seats on their Boeing 757´s, some of which fly to Lanzarote, are lighter – and will therefore use far less fuel whilst providing passengers with more comfort.  As well as helping the airline to maintain low fares. 
In a statement Jet2 claim that “The new seats mean less fuel is needed, helping the airline keep its fares as low as possible”. With each of their Boeing 757´s expected to experience a reduction in weight …

Two airlines flying tourists to Lanzarote from the UK and Ireland intend to increase the number of airports they operate from during 2010.
Aer Lingus, which already offers eight weekly flights from the main Irish airports of Dublin, Belfast and Cork, plan to add a route from Shannon to Lanzarote this year. The news comes as a result of meetings held between the Councillor for Tourism, Luis Arraez and the airline’s management. It also comes on the back of Lanzarote being voted for the eighth year running the number one destination …

Expat residents of Lanzarote can take advantage of a couple of excellent flight offers.  Courtesy of Jet2 and Binter Canarais.
Low cost British based airline Jet2 has just expanded their loyalty scheme – MyJet2 – to encompass Spain and the Canaries.  With customers able to earn points on flights and other services booked.  Which can then be redeemed against future bookings.
Every pound or euro spent on a booking of any sort earns a point. Jet2.com destinations are split into two zones, with the Canary Islands in zone two. Customers who accumulate …