TUI cancels direct flights to Orlando, Costa Rica, and Saint Lucia starting this spring

TUI will cancel direct flights to Orlando, Costa Rica, and Saint Lucia starting this spring. Flights from Birmingham to Orlando will end, while services from London Gatwick to Costa Rica and Saint Lucia will cease in late April and May, respectively. Despite these cancellations, TUI will still offer vacation packages to these destinations through third-party airlines. Costa Rica has seen a rise in tourism, with a 14.5% increase in visitors in early 2024 compared to the previous year. TUI's decision follows Ryanair's recent announcement of service cuts to several locations due to a new aviation tax. Flights to Orlando from London Gatwick and Manchester will continue as scheduled.