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The Sun
4 days ago
- The Sun
Pretty European city most Brits won't have heard of gets new cheap flights from the UK
WIZZ Air has unveiled a new route between Birmingham and a pretty European city lots of Bris will have never have heard of. Sibiu is located in central Romania, and is known for its Germanic architecture. 3 3 Now, Wizz Air will be connecting the city with Birmingham, from October this year. The flights will operate twice a week on Tuesdays and Saturdays from October 28, with fares starting from £17.99. The flight would take just over three hours. Sibiu has a wealth of different places to explore. History is evident throughout the city, with remains of medieval walls and towers present, including the 13th-century Council Tower. In the upper town, there is also the Brukenthal Palace - which now houses the Brukenthal National Museum and is full of European paintings. For those who find churches fascinating, then the nearby Evangelical Cathedral is a must with gravestones in its walls. Just outside of the city, is also the Dumbrava Sibiului Natural Park. The parkland area stretches over 960 hectares and it is an oak forest with a plethora of wildlife including deer, porcupines and foxes. A beer costs around 11 lei, which is about £1.83 - so relatively cheap. Watch incredible Romania town And the average coffee costs 12.20 lei, which is around £2.03. Food is also cheap, with a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costing £29.12 on average. Olivia Harangozó of Wizz Air said: "We are excited to add this new route to our operations from Birmingham. "Sibiu is one of Europe's hidden gems, and we are delighted to give Brits more opportunities to visit this city and experience its – and Romania's – rich history and vibrant culture." All flights will be operated using the latest-generation Airbus A321neo aircraft. WizzAir also recently announced a new route between Birmingham and Rome, Italy, which is due to commence service on June 16. The flights will operate three times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. One woman flew to Romania for a spa holiday with her mum – it was cheaper than the UK even with return flights. Plus, the unknown European city named world's cheapest holiday destination – with £1.60 beers & £16 flights. 3
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Wizz Air launches £18 flights to city that boasts some of Europe's cheapest beer
A new flight is set to give autumn city breakers something to cheer about, including access to one of Europe's most historical regions - with the added bonus of bargain pints too. Wizz Air has this week announced it's set to offer flights from Birmingham to Sibiu in Romania twice a week from October - and getting a beer in the culturally rich city will set tourists back just £1.85. The Midlands hub has seen the Hungarian airline launch a raft of new flights from there, with four new routes on offer, including Italian city break favourite Rome. October is a timely month to launch the Sibiu route too, for the city is in the heart of Transylvania, where Bram Stoker's blood-thirsty Dracula resided. Launching three days before Halloween, on October 28th, the route is set to start from £17.99 for a one-way ticket. While Romania's Transylvania region might be most famous as the home of the mythical Count, there 's plenty of other attractions for tourists to sink their teeth into - with beautiful hiking, hearty food and picturesque towns and villages. Indeed, King Charles loves the region so much that he owns a home there, and has been visiting the region to take a breather from royal life for decades. The monarch secretly bought a run-down former farmhouse in Zalanpatak, close to the Carpathian Mountains, several years ago with the help of local landowner Count Kalnoky. The airline has launched four new routes from the Midlands' hub in recent months Sibiu itself is teeming with Saxon heritage; a UNESCO World Heritage site, it's famous for striking, colourful buildings, great value food and local Ursus beer. According to recent research by Finder, Romania is the tenth cheapest place to enjoy a pint of the cold stuff in Europe, with a glass of beer costing just £1.85, significantly less than London's average pint, which comes in at £6.75. Wizz Air has become a major player in the low-cost flights market in recent years, recently announcing its £12 billion Customer First Compass transformation plan, which aims to put passengers at the heart of its future plans. Wizz Air Corporate Communications Manager, Olivia Harangozó, said of the new destination: 'We are excited to add this new route to our operations from Birmingham. 'Sibiu is one of Europe's hidden gems, and we are delighted to give Brits more opportunities to visit this city and experience its - and Romania's - rich history and vibrant culture.' It's been a busy week for airline launches from the Midlands with TUI announcing plans to relaunch direct flights from East Midlands Airport to a leading African beach destination. The carrier will offer flights to Sharm El Sheikh on Mondays and Thursdays from March 2026. The direct route to Egypt from the East Midlands was last offered in 2023 but will be brought back due to 'strong customer demand'. TUI's UK and Ireland commercial director Chris Logan, said: 'Due to strong customer demand, we are thrilled to once again connect the East Midlands with the stunning Red Sea resort of Sharm El Sheikh. 'With hundreds of amazing hotels to choose from and guaranteed sunshine, Sharm El Sheikh is the perfect destination for a summer holiday.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Israeli Innovation Lands in Romania: Airport Leaders Meet Cutting-Edge Technologies from Israel
IMPROVATE cooperation with the Romanian Airports Association that Host Exclusive Forum with Executives from All 17 Romanian Airports SIBIU, Romania, May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Romanian aviation sector welcomed a delegation of leading Israeli technology companies as part of an exclusive innovation event co-hosted by IMPROVATE and the Romanian Airports Association (RAA). The forum brought together CEOs and senior executives from all 17 civilian airports in Romania, including major international hubs such as Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest), Cluj-Napoca International Airport, Timișoara International Airport, and Iași International Airport. This was the second consecutive year that IMPROVATE partnered with the RAA to bridge Israeli innovation with Romania's growing aviation infrastructure needs. The Israeli companies presented advanced technologies tailored to airport operations, security, mobility, and automation — with several demo requests and follow-up discussions already underway. Participating Israeli Companies: 1. IntuView is an AI platform for name matching and real-time watchlist alerts, used by government and security agencies worldwide. Its patented technology mimics human text comprehension, enabling intelligent threat detection across multiple languages and data sources.2. DriliantSpecializing in predictive monitoring and command-and-control systems, Driliant offers real-time airspace monitoring solutions. The company's technologies support air traffic management and have been applied in national drone initiatives, defense, and medical fields.3. Mer Group global leader in security and resilience, Mer Group provides comprehensive, customized solutions against physical, cyber, geopolitical, and reputation-based threats. The group includes Athena, led by former Navy Commander Omer Laviv, and supports full-cycle deployment in complex environments like airports.4. CoreVision develops state-of-the-art identity verification and visitor control systems. Its proprietary image processing and optical character recognition (OCR) technology powers highly accurate and fast ID validation for secure facility access.5. EZ Raider Raider manufactures all-electric, all-terrain mobility vehicles used by police, military, rescue teams, and recreational markets. The four-wheel design ensures safe, stable, and narrow-path maneuverability, ideal for airport patrols and emergency access.6. Afcon Control and Automation of the publicly traded Afcon Group, Afcon provides integrated control and automation systems for critical infrastructure. With advanced capabilities in low-voltage systems, Afcon enables unified control environments across complex airport operations. "This forum isn't just about showcasing technology — it's about forging practical partnerships," said Ronit Hassin-Hochman, CEO of IMPROVATE."We are proud to support long-term cooperation between Israeli innovation and Romania's dynamic aviation ecosystem. Romania's airports serve as vital gateways to Europe, and Israeli technologies are ready to help elevate their operational and security capabilities." IMPROVATE's next event will take place on June 25, 2025, in Sofia, Bulgaria, and will focus on Smart Cities. The forum will bring together mayors and senior municipal officials from across Central and Eastern Europe to explore innovative technologies for urban management, sustainability, and infrastructure. About IMPROVATE IMPROVATE is a platform that connects innovation companies with countries worldwide, focusing on cyber, homeland security, and defense. Through high-level summits, delegations, and direct engagement with decision-makers, IMPROVATE brings together government leaders, senior executives, investors, and Israeli technology companies to foster meaningful cooperation and commercial partnerships. Its distinguished board and international partners include: Garry Kasparov, World Chess Champion and Human Rights Advocate Rosen Plevneliev, President of Bulgaria (2012–2017) Yigal Unna, Director General of Israel's National Cyber Directorate (2018–2022) Maj. Gen. (Res.) Amos Gilead, Former Director of Policy and Political-Military Affairs, Israel Ministry of Defense Yves Leterme, Former Prime Minister of Belgium Prof. Vlado Buckkovski, Former Prime Minister of North Macedonia View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE IMPROVATE Sign in to access your portfolio
