Over the last few months, the strikes involved with BAA have provided a constant source of hassle and unease amongst travellers wishing to get away for their holidays. Just recently, a ballot vote taken from each of the 6,100 trade union workers, revealed that 74 per cent are in favour of a strike – news that could spell further disruption to flights, causing havoc for holidaymakers flying out of 6 major UK airports, including London Heathrow.

The currently temperamental nature of air travel underlines the reliable strength of the ferry in comparison. No specific dates have yet been announced for potential strikes, making the nature of booking flights in the next few months a risky business. Those who are seeking peace of mind may be well advised to look into a ferry alternative to their flight, especially those visiting areas such as France and Spain, where a number of reliable, affordable ferry operators provide regular crossings. For example, a unique route into Spain comes in taking the vessel the Pride of Bilbao with P & O Ferries, a stunning crossing allowing you to drive anywhere on the continent on arrival. Ferries may be the source of reliability that travellers crave this holiday season.

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