BERLIN, Germany – The German airline, Condor, is to resume operations to Antigua and Barbuda in November, tourism officials have confirmed.
Photo courtesy of Condor“We are excited about the resumption of the direct service from Condor next winter season. The German speaking market is our second most important European market, with the flight acting as a major gateway creating access from central Europe to Antigua,” said Colin C. James, the chief executive officer of the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA).
James, who is leading a delegation to the International Tourism Exchange (ITB Berlin), regarded as the world’s largest travel and tourism trade fair, said the weekly service would begin November 5, 2024 until May 6, 2025 from Frankfurt.
“We appreciate the efforts of the partners with us at ITB: Elite Island Resorts, Royalton and Caribbean Beach Cottage that as a whole represent 10 properties in Antigua as well as our sailing fraternity KH+P and Sailing Classics.
Through a collaborated effort and strong partnerships, we will make the flight a success and increase visitor numbers. Additionally, we are delighted that the service will end after Sailing Week which provides a seamless departure for our European sailors,” James added.
Antigua tourism official say they expect that this new longer flight schedule which now covers Sailing Week will ensure more German participation in the signature yachting event.
Condor is expected to use the new A330-900 aircraft that can accommodate 310 passengers with 30 business class seats and 64 premium economy seats.
The ABTA said that it would be planning immediate robust sales and marketing activities to further build awareness of the new service and that a workshop will take place on March 19 for on-island partners on how they can capitalise on the service.
It said tickets for the Condor flights go on sale from March 7.
