A new sunny destination for 2024 has been unveiled from a North East airport - giving holidaymakers more choice when it comes to jetting off next summer.
It was announced on Thursday (September 7) that Jet2holidays had added Formentera in Spain to its Summer 24 programme from Newcastle International Airport.
The expansion means that Jet2holidays will operate to 550 beach and city resorts, across 60 destinations in Summer 24, from its 11 UK airports, including Newcastle.
This expansion in Newcastle means that travellers can go to Formentera from May 16 through to October 5.
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Just 20km south of Ibiza, Formentera is a short transfer away.
Once arriving at Ibiza Airport, customers will receive ferry tickets from the Jet2holidays Resort Customer Helper before taking a coach to Ibiza Town Port.
The ferry operates every 30 minutes and coach transfers are also provided upon arrival in Formentera.
The most southerly of the Balearic islands, Formentera is best known for its untouched beaches and crystal clear waters.
Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, said: “We are incredibly excited to be launching packages to Formentera for Summer 24 from Newcastle International Airport.
"As well as giving customers the opportunity to enjoy a well-deserved summer holiday, the unspoilt island is a peaceful paradise and one of the most idyllic destinations in the Balearics.”
He added: “As well as experiencing strong demand for last-minute Summer 23 getaways, we are also seeing customers wanting to book ahead for next summer and the Balearics are proving popular.
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"This expansion further strengthens our biggest-ever summer programme as we continue to offer customers and independent travel agents unrivalled choice and flexibility, thanks to the launch of Formentera.
"We know that it will be a popular destination as customers look to escape the UK and enjoy some much-needed summer sun.”
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