Tour operator Goldtrail Travel Limited has ceased trading. As a result, tickets and travel arrangements booked with Goldtrail are no longer valid.

Passengers who have flight inclusive bookings with Goldtrail are advised to contact their travel agent in the first instance.

Passengers are advised not to travel to the airport unless they have confirmed travel and accommodation arrangements.

The Civil Aviation Authority has taken steps to protect affected customers. Passengers with forward bookings can telephone the CAA helpline on 0844 856 2585.

Aer Arann and Aer Lingus have announced the addition of new services between Manchester and Cork in the latest development of the franchise agreement between the two airlines.

From October 31st 2010, Aer Lingus Regional, operated by Aer Arann, will provide additional flights to Cork from Manchester and Birmingham that will effectively double the number of services on each route. The increased frequency means that the Manchester service will operate twice a day seven days per week.

The new schedule will offer business customers the frequency required to spend a full business day in Cork and it will offer additional choice for leisure passengers.

Commenting on the announcement, Aer Arann Corporate Affairs Director Andrew Kelly said "We are delighted to launch these flights as part of the franchise agreement in the same week that we launched new franchise services from Manchester to Shannon."

"The addition of these new services will offer passengers travelling to and from each of these destinations greater choice, flexibility and convenience" he added.

Also commenting on the announcement, Aer Lingus Director of Communications Declan Kearney said "Aer Lingus Regional services have enjoyed strong support from customers in the short time since their launch. Aer Lingus welcomes the introduction of these additional services from Cork and wishes Aer Arann continued success."

Manchester Airport's Commercial Director, Andrew Harrison said, "Again this is very good news for us, our passengers and the North West region. This double daily service to a great destination like Cork will do very well with not only our leisure passengers but our business passengers alike"

Flights to Manchester with Aer Lingus start from £29.99 one way including taxes. For further flight information and to make a booking visit www.aerlingus.com

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Manchester Airport's new Escape Lounge in Terminal 1 has opened to the public today. Over 100,000 passengers are expected to use the facility every year.

The £1.7 million investment was officially unveiled for the first time and passengers were able to see the design, which includes separate areas for relaxation and business, including a self-contained meeting or private function room.

Mosaic Hospitality was recently announced as the caterer for the new Escape Lounge and will be providing customers with a wide choice of refreshments and freshly made light meals.

Andrew Harrison, Commercial Director for Manchester Airport, said: "We set out to create a lounge which would stand out but which also had a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. Our aim was to create a memorable experience for both our business and leisure passengers with great ambiance, service and food made to order, and we have incorporated some quirky touches such as the Scalextric track and Wii which will appeal to all ages, and hopefully help our customers to really enjoy the start of their journey."

The new Terminal 1 Escape Lounge at Manchester Airport was initially announced in April 2010 alongside the launch of the 'The Travel Extras Store' on Manchester's website. The airport already has an Escape offering in Terminal 2 and hopes to launch a third in Terminal 3 in the near future.

Manchester Airport unveiled over £80 million worth of improvements across its three terminals only last year in the Summer of 2009. Alongside the opening of the new lounge today, the airport also has plans to introduce a Control Tower Bar to Terminal 1 to a vacant tower facility by the end of the year.

Customers can book into the new lounge at manchesterairport.co.uk or by phone on 0871 200 4450.

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For more information, contact the Manchester Airport press office on 0161 489 2700 or press.office@manairport.co.uk.