SCHEDULED FLIGHTS TO THE RED SEA RIVIERA

British Airways franchise partner, GB Airways, will start direct flights from London Gatwick to Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada on the Egyptian Red Sea Riviera from October 22, 2005.

Flights will operate three times a week to Sharm El Sheikh and twice a week to Hurghada.

John Patterson, GB Airways' managing director said: "We are delighted to start these flights to Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada. As the first UK airline to operate scheduled services to the Red Sea Riviera, I am confident that many customers will welcome the opportunity to fly direct and in comfort with a world renowned full service airline."

All flights offer a choice of Club Europe and Euro Traveller cabins with complimentary food and drinks and more legroom than many other carriers.

British Airways flies from London Heathrow to Cairo and franchise partner BMED flies to Alexandria.

Special discounted all-inclusive return fares of £199 are available to book until May 27, 2005. Year round all-inclusive Euro Traveller return fares start at £259 and Club Europe return fares start at £499.

For reservations and information please visit ba.com or call 0870 850 9 850. Flights to Sharm El Sheikh are available to book online immediately; flights to Hurghada will be available to book online from April 22, 2005.

Please note - Fares quoted are subject to availability and restrictions.