{"id":1453,"date":"2025-04-23T05:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-23T05:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mugfoundry.com\/?p=1453"},"modified":"2025-04-29T13:06:48","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T13:06:48","slug":"flying-without-the-riff-raff-travellers-react-to-new-glamourous-uk-airline","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.mugfoundry.com\/index.php\/2025\/04\/23\/flying-without-the-riff-raff-travellers-react-to-new-glamourous-uk-airline\/","title":{"rendered":"\u2018Flying without the riff raff\u2019 \u2014 Travellers react to new \u2018glamourous\u2019 UK airline"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Global Airlines is set to launch its first flight very soon (Picture: Global Airlines)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A new UK airline<\/a> says it is preparing for its maiden voyage from Glasgow to New York<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The start-up claims not to be an ordinary airline, pledging to put the \u2018glam\u2019 back into flying, and \u2018bring back the golden age of air travel, with a modern flair.\u2019 This is the aim of Global Airlines, spearheaded by UK self-made millionaire James Asquith.<\/p>\n

Having launched ticket sales for its inaugural passenger flight on Thursday, May 15 \u2013 where return economy<\/a> tickets cost a whopping \u00a3778 \u2013 opinion<\/a> has been split down the middle. <\/p>\n

While some Metro<\/strong> readers welcome the idea of travel<\/a> being more comfortable for the masses, others have stated that it won\u2019t work. Or if it does, it\u2019s only a matter of time until money becomes an issue.<\/p>\n

Wayne Kinder sits on the against side. \u2018Not interested in glam,\u2019 he stated, adding that he \u2018just wants to get from A to B with a bag at a good price.\u2019 He also said that he\u2019s not interested in in-flight meals or entertainment. \u2018I can get a meal deal for \u00a34.99 from Boots and I have a phone<\/a>.\u2019<\/p>\n

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The airline is the brainchild of James Asquith, a UK self-made millionaire (Picture @jamesasquith)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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David Wainwright simply said: \u2018Don\u2019t think I\u2019ll be flying with them, at those prices,\u2019 while Julie Rose Hayward echoed: \u2018I will stick with good old British Airways<\/a>, thank you.\u2019 For context, a return ticket with BA for the same dates is \u00a3399, nearly half the price for Global.<\/p>\n

Over on TikTok, an account called roadtrippingsam added: \u2018Nobody in economy will pay double the price of other airlines,\u2019 as another user replied: \u2018Way overpriced. You can fly to New York easily for 200-300.\u2019 Eli Charlton agreed, revealing that with Norse Atlantic, \u2018\u00a3212 is the cheapest return.\u2019 <\/p>\n

Interestingly, Danny Douglas-Gill thought that the prices \u2018looked very cheap,\u2019 as Paul Carp joked: \u2018Flying without the riff raff. Sounds ideal.\u2019 Hans Albert also suggested there \u2018maybe no drunken lads onboard,\u2019 which he said \u2018would be nice.\u2019 He is, of course, talking about the rising problem<\/a> of drunk and disorderly plane passengers.<\/a><\/p>\n

Elsewhere, Johann van Rensburg estimated that Global Airlines has \u2018a year tops,\u2019 branding it as \u2018a sure way to lose money.\u2019 However, he did wish the airline luck.<\/p>\n

Others not convinced include Daniel Kriegler, who stated that \u2018nothing is mentioned re\/ a regular schedule.\u2019 Similarly, Dominic Greene said: \u2018It won\u2019t work. The A380 needs to be flown at close to full capacity to be profitable. That\u2019s why the aircraft type is no longer in production.\u2019<\/p>\n

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@travelwithmetro<\/a> <\/p>\n

The first class suite does seat 2 people though \ud83e\udd37\u200d\u2640\ufe0f Top video credit: Global Airline\u2019s instagram #airlines<\/a> #planetok<\/a> #plane<\/a> #airlinetiktok<\/a> #globalairline<\/a> #metrotravel<\/a> #traveltok<\/a> #catchflightsnotfeelings<\/a> #tiktoktravel<\/a> <\/p>\n

\u266c Suspenseful and tense orchestra(1318015) \u2013 SoLaTiDo<\/a> <\/section>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

What is Global Airlines?<\/h2>\n

Global Airlines is a UK-based airline founded by James Asquith in 2021. Dubbed as \u2018the new era of commercial air travel,\u2019 it aims to offer a luxury, premium experience to all flyers. <\/p>\n

Running a fleet of four Airbus A380 aircraft \u2013 with plans to increase this number in the future \u2013 the airline will target transatlantic routes like London to New York and Los Angeles. Addressing common issues like late flights, lost luggage, long security lines<\/a>, and poor customer service is also a priority.<\/p>\n

Who is James Asquith?<\/h2>\n
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James became the youngest person ever to visit all 196 countries by the time he turned 24 (Picture: @jamesasquith)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Self-made millionaire James Asquith is the youngest person ever to have travelled to all 196 countries, aged just 24. He is the CEO and founder of Holiday Swap, an Airbnb <\/a>rival, which offers travellers the opportunity to book, host or swap homes anywhere.<\/p>\n

James announced plans for Global Airlines in 2022, citing it as his childhood dream, having grown up with pilot parents.<\/p>\n

According to the airline website: \u2018James is insanely passionate about the joys of travel.\u2019 But, he is also \u2018constantly bewildered and disappointed by the poor experiences he has encountered aboard hundreds of commercial flights whilst on his many adventures.\u2019<\/p>\n

How many seats are available on Global Airlines flights and how much do they cost?<\/h2>\n

Each flight has 506 seats, divided between the classes. Economy will carry 428 passengers, business class will seat 17, and first class will hold eight. <\/p>\n

Prepare to pay much more than other airlines, too. An economy return ticket costs \u00a3778, business class is \u00a33,700, and first class is \u00a36,506. Note that the first class suites seat two.<\/p>\n

When will the first flight take off?<\/h2>\n
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@abbie.cheeseman<\/a> <\/p>\n

Global Airlines is officially taking flight! I can\u2019t wait to see what these flights will actually look like and if they will have a somewhat consistent schedule \ud83e\udd14 #airline<\/a> #globalairlines<\/a> #a380<\/a> #flight<\/a> <\/p>\n

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Global Airlines\u2019 first flight is set to take off on Thursday, May 15. The Glasgow Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York route will then return on Monday, May 19.<\/p>\n

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Plans for a \u2018Welsh Tube\u2019 <\/a>costing \u00a31,000,000,000 have also divided opinion. The ambitious project, set to launch in 2026, will connect Cardiff with the South Wales Valleys. It will feature 36 tram-style trains and cover 170km (105.6 miles) of track. However, it\u2019s ignited the north\/south divide feud in Wales, with some Metro<\/strong> readers saying the \u2018rest of Wales has been ignored again.\u2019<\/p>\n

A new \u00a34 bus ticket<\/a> will let you explore 80 destinations around the UK. To celebrate FlixBus\u2019s fourth birthday, the brand has slashed the price of coach tickets to just \u00a34. Until April 22, promotional tickets are available for travel between April 23 and June 30 2025, with a range of 80 destinations across England, Scotland and Wales to choose from. <\/p>\n

A brand new residential cruise ship<\/a> currently under construction has given prospective buyers a glimpse into the luxurious lifestyle they can expect aboard. The 748ft-long \u2018Dark Island\u2019 \u2013 named after the Outer Hebrides \u2013 is designed for living, rather than simply holidaying, comprising 236 suites across 12 decks. However, it\u2019ll cost a minimum of \u00a34.2 million to purchase a home. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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