Airport prepares to welcome 250,000 passengers this summer
This summer, passengers can enjoy non-stop international flights to popular sun and city break destinations including Alicante, Amsterdam, Bergen, Corfu, Dalaman, Dublin, Faro, Gdansk, Krakow, Malaga, Palma de Mallorca, Reus, and Stavanger.
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The airport's preparations come on the heels of a major accolade, having recently been named Airport of the Year at the prestigious Scottish Transport Awards, recognising its commitment to service, innovation, and operational excellence.
Mark Beveridge, Managing Director of Aberdeen International Airport, said: 'We're always delighted to be the gateway to summer for so many, and this year, the City and Shire have many great events to enjoy, including the Festival of the Sea and The Tall Ships Races. We look forward to welcoming as many inbound passengers as possible who may be experiencing our region for the first time.
'As always, we encourage travellers to prepare in the usual way—arrive in good time, check travel requirements with their airline, and enjoy the facilities we have on offer. Our team is ready to ensure a smooth and enjoyable start to everyone's journey.'
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The Herald Scotland
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- The Herald Scotland
How the Barras is reinventing itself with themed market events
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'One day, he asked if we could work together, and I told him I would be able to help run a market because a lot of people have had to move from Hong Kong to the UK due to political situations.' With a plan now hatched Benny began reaching out to a community of Hong Kongers living in Glasgow and further afield to help transform the less-used London Road side of the area into a vibrant street market with over 125 traders in attendance. 'We prepared for about two months before the market,' he continues. 'Tom had said to me, 'You can do whatever you want with it, as long as it is authentic. Just don't give me fish and chips or anything.'" 'I told him that wouldn't be a problem, because that's not the kind of food we like. And the sweet and sour thing is so lame to us. As long as he didn't mind some things like chicken feet being served in The Barras, then yes, we could do that.' Pictured: The event attracts huge crowds to the city's East End (Image: Gordon Terris) When the first day of the market began, the team was surprised to witness queues of people forming from Moncur Street to the Gallowgate in search of authentic traditional dishes from Hong Kong. 'We didn't expect it to be so busy that first year,' Benny admits. 'I worried people would be disappointed with the long wait, but they were very encouraging when we apologised and told them it was all homemade food and that the stallholders were doing their best to keep up. Read more: 'The event gave us a huge sense of encouragement, and as new immigrants living in the city, that's how we really felt 'People Make Glasgow'. They were so good to us, and that gave us a lot of confidence for the next year.' 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The National
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- The National
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Trump will visit his golf courses in [[Aberdeen]]shire and Ayrshire this weekend, between July 25 and 29. Pictures captured by press have shown several aircrafts flying over Torry Battery at the entrance to Aberdeen Harbour on Tuesday. A US army Boeing CH-47F Chinook was registered on FlightRadar landing at Aberdeen International Airport at 12.26pm, flying from Cambridge at 9.42am. The images show at least five aircrafts at an unknown time. Members of the public can be seen at the Torry Battery site, some with binoculars, watching the aircrafts. The exact itinerary of the president is yet to be shared, with Police Scotland saying it will require the biggest police operation in Scotland since the death of Queen Elizabeth, requiring the force to draw on mutual aid agreements with other forces. Known as Operation Roll, the exact numbers of police involved have not been revealed but it is expected to require Police Scotland's entire cadre of police liaison officers. When is Donald Trump in Aberdeen? Trump will meet Prime Minister Keir Starmer and First Minister John Swinney during his private trip. The visit is likely to result in widespread protests, following similar demonstrations during his last visit to Scotland. One visitor centre in Aberdeenshire took to social media to tell followers they have been forced to close amid "restrictions" in the area put in place for the visit. READ MORE: Watch as King Charles confronted by public over royal family costs to taxpayers The Sand Bothy, a voluntary run facility operated by Belhelvie Community Trust, said they will not have access to Balmedie Country Park from July 28 to 30, suggesting Trump will visit his Turnberry golf course in Ayrshire first. A statement from Sand Bothy said: 'We understand this may cause inconvenience for some. We truly appreciate your patience and continued support. 'We have received no additional information beyond what has already been publicly shared. And are therefore unable to comment on the nature or details of the visit.'
Daily Record
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- Daily Record
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Around 400,000 visitors are expected as Aberdeen is set to host Europe's "biggest free family festival" Aberdeen is preparing to welcome one of Scotland's biggest tourism spectacles of the year as the final countdown begins for the Tall Ships Races 2025. Almost 50 majestic sailing vessels from across the globe will descend on the Granite City from this Friday, July 18, ahead of four days of festivities from Saturday, July 19, to Tuesday, July 22. Organisers are expecting around 400,000 visitors to the city during the event, which is billed as Europe's largest free family festival. It is almost 20 years since Scotland's biggest port welcomed the prestigious international sailing event The Tall Ships Races last came to Aberdeen in 1997, having also been there in 1991. The races are designed to promote international friendship and offer young people hands-on experience in the art of sailing. The vessels are split across four classes ranging from grand tall ships to nimble single-masted boats. They will begin arriving on Friday following a race leg from France. They will remain docked in Aberdeen until Tuesday, when they set sail for Norway. The ships will be berthed across several quaysides: Waterloo, Regent, Trinity, Upper, Jamieson's and Blaikies. The main entrance to the viewing areas will be via Marischal Street, and many of the ships will be open to visitors keen to step aboard. Among the fleet is Dar Mlodziezy from Poland, the tallest ship taking part at an impressive 62.5 metres high. Her name means 'the gift of youth', and she made her Tall Ships debut in 1982. The vessel that has travelled furthest to reach Aberdeen is BAP Union from Peru, covering a staggering 7,500 nautical miles (almost 14,000km) from Callao. Built in 2015, it is also the newest ship in the line-up. At the other end of the spectrum is Christiania, a 130-year-old beauty built in 1895. Roughly 2,000 crew members from countries as far-flung as Uruguay and Oman will participate, supported by hundreds of local volunteers. Music, food and family fun Aberdeen is set to transform into what organisers are calling a 'party city'. Major headline gigs from Deacon Blue, Kaiser Chiefs, and Ministry of Sound Classical are already sold out, while an eclectic programme of free live music will fill the city. The entertainment includes sets from Tide Lines, Calum Bowie, Glasvegas, Brooke Combe, The Little Kicks, Capollos, and Look Busy Collective. The festival will also showcase Scottish traditional music, jazz, hip hop, Afrobeat and Latin soul, along with performances from local choirs and youth ensembles. Families can head to Blaikies Quay, where a dedicated kids' zone will feature a giant sandpit and a chance to meet Dorry the Dolphin, the official Tall Ships Aberdeen mascot. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Travel advice and road closures With thousands expected each day, the city centre will be extremely busy. Organisers are urging people to walk, cycle, car share or use public transport where possible. Four regular Park and Ride sites will operate from Bridge of Don, Craibstone, P&J Live, and Kingswells. A number of road closures and parking restrictions will be in place around the harbour area, including Castle Street, King Street, Marischal Street, Regent Quay, Blaikies Quay, and Regent Road. Footdee's Pocra Quay and New Pier Road will remain accessible for residents and businesses only. For full maps, transport guidance and ship details, visitors are advised to check the official Tall Ships Aberdeen website.
