where are you flying from?

Bournemouth Jersey

where would you like to go?

Algarve Corfu Croatia Fuerteventura Lake Garda Lanzarote Madeira Majorca Minorca Montenegro Tenerife Tunisia

choose a resort

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when would you like to travel?

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for how long?

7 Nights 14 Nights

whos going?

1 2 3 4 5 adults 0 1 2 3 4 5 children 0 1 2 3 4 5 infants

no hidden extra charges!
hot in flight meals
transfers to your hotel
representative in resort
allocated seats at check-in
20kgs baggage allowance
all airport taxes and charges included in price

Meet the Palmair Crew

We may have a new aircraft, but you'll notice that nothing else has changed about Palmair, most importantly of all, the first class personal service you have come to expect from the members of your flight and cabin crew. We have been offering holidays from Bournemouth for over fifty years, the last fifteen of them with our own multi-award winning airline operation. And our distinctive style of care - recognised as the best in Which? magazine's airline customer satisfaction survey - is just one of the reasons such a large number holidaymakers fly with Palmair year, after year. But there are plenty of others too. The friendly atmosphere from start to finish; the personal touch including seat allocation at check-in and the personal despatch of flights by Palmair staff; value for money; special attention for elderly and disabled clients; crew members who know passengers by their first names; and the highest standards as the rule rather than the exception. It's the little things that make Palmair unique, in this very impersonal, no frills age.

“There’s the usual way of doing things and then there's the Palmair way,” says Aviation Services Manager, Carry Taylor.

“We try to be that little bit extra special on each and every service. We always treat our passengers as we would like to be treated ourselves.“

“Our passengers know that and I think they appreciate it. Keeping it personal is all in a day’s work. There’s a saying that small is beautiful and at Palmair we really believe that.“

On these pages you can meet the Palmair team, some of whom will be looking after you on your flight today.

Executive Manager: Aviation Services CARRY TAYLOR Carry worked for three years at the Chewton Glen before she started her flying career with British Airways, flying long haul for over 17 years. She was selected to crew special flights including trips for the Qatar Royal family and Prince Charles. Carry joined Palmair in the early days and her very important role now includes crew rostering, recruitment, training, in-flight sales and catering. Carry has three children, enjoys swimming, rollerblading and skiing - she is also a much sought after motivational speaker to students. In recent years Palmair has won several prestigious Airline Awards and the high standard of service you will receive is the result of Carry’s training, assisted by senior hostesses, and her natural enthusiasm and energy.

Line Trainer JANE PERCIVAL Jane joined Palmair in 1997 after working for long haul airlines out of Gatwick and Heathrow. She now works part time as she has two daughters and lives in Christchurch with her family. Jane enjoys cooking and loves to try out new recipes and hosting diner parties.

Senior Cabin Crew LORRAINE BALLANTINE Lorraine joined Palmair in 1993 and previously flew with Dan Air and Jersey European. She is a keen supporter of the Alzheimer’s Association charity where she is involved as a carer. She is married with two grown up children, lives in Bournemouth and enjoys spending lazy days at her Durley Chine beach hut.

Senior Cabin Crew NICOLA BATES Before joining Palmair Nicola worked for HSBC Bank, taught aerobics and worked at her children’s school. She is a DIY enthusiast, having built a house from scratch, with her husband. Nicola splits her duties between flying and assisting Teresia Rossello with aircraft boarding proceedures.

Senior Cabin Crew KATHERINE ELLIS After studying geography, film and art at Brockenhurst College, Katherine travelled to Australia, New Zealand and Fiji. She worked in a restaurant before joining Palmair. A talented musician she plays piano and violin, sang in a church choir and studied singing to Grade 6.

Senior Cabin Crew LYNNE FARMERY Lynne joined Palmair in 1994 having previously worked at Air UK’s Stansted base as a stewardess and then as a ground passenger service agent at Southampton. She lives in Sarisbury Green and hobbies include keeping fit, swimming, DIY and gardening. Lynne is also a keen supporter of several animal welfare organisations.

Senior Cabin Crew VERITY GANDERTON Verity began flying with Monarch Airlines in 2005 on the Boeing 737 and Airbus and was based at Luton. She travelled to America, Australia and Thailand and worked for Condor Ferries before joining Palmair. Verity has a sign language certificate, enjoys going to the gym and looking after her chihuahua.

Senior Cabin Crew HAYLEY HOWES Hayley worked for several years at FR Aviation in the accounts department and joined Palmair in 2001, fulfilling her ambition of a flying career. She lives with her husband and young daughter in Bournemouth, where she assists him with his computer business. Hayley enjoys skiing, swimming, aerobics and scuba diving.

Senior Cabin Crew JADE MERRITT Jade joined Palmair in 2005 having juggled three jobs all dealing with customer sevice. She lives in Weymouth and in her spare time enjoys an active lifestyle which includes swimming, running and dancing, particularly Salsa. Her interests include fashion, psychology and music.

Senior Cabin Crew BRANDY STIVALA Brandy originally trained at the Performance Dance College in London and then became a fitness instructor. She started her flying career with Virgin Atlantic before joining Palmair in 2001. Brandy now works part time and enjoys spending her free time at home in Christchurch with her husband and young daughter.

Senior Cabin Crew JANET ARROWSMITH Janet has been with Palmair for ten years, having previously worked with Air UK and BIA whilst living in Jersey. She now combines her flying career with commuting to Dubai to visit her partner, who is working there. Janet has two children and lives in Chandlers Ford. Her hobbies include, scuba diving and playing tennis for Romsey Ladies.

Senior Cabin Crew MELISSA FRIPP Melissa spent ten years as a hairdresser before swapping the salon for the skies and joining Caledonian Airways at Gatwick. She became a member of the Palmair team in 2009. Melissa lives in Corfe Mullen with her husband and two children and enjoys cooking, entertaining, caravanning and her pets.

Senior Cabin Crew JANE TAYLOR Jane flew with British Airways for 12 years, two of which were spent on Concorde. While living in Oman she worked as a senior stewardess on the Sultan of Oman’s private aircraft for ten years. Jane works part time with Palmair, she is married and lives in Southampton.

No.2 Stewardess LAURA NOTT Laura lives in New Milton and has A Levels in PE, Art and Media Studies. She worked as a trainee assistant manager in a Brockenhurst pub and then as a receptionist at a hotel in Sway. She plays netball in a local league and enjoys swimming and the gym.

Stewardess HOLLY JENKINS Bournemouth born and bred, Holly studied A Levels in art, textiles and English literature at St Peter’s School. She studied at the Arts Institute obtaining a foundation degree in art and design. In her spare time she enjoys long walks to Hengistbury Head beach, bike riding, and painting, exhibiting her artwork locally.

Stewardess DAYNA LEE Dayna joined Palmair in 2008 after studying for her National Diploma in Travel and Tourism. She is also trained in silver service and sign language. Danya is very sporty, enjoying running, swimming and cycling. She has played in football and hockey teams, rowed for Poole Rowing Club and has taken up modelling in her spare time.

Stewardess NATALIE WHITE Natalie, who is half Dutch, studied at Corfe Hills School before working in the insurance industry. She completed a business and administration course prior t o joining Palmair in 2008. Natalie lives in Bournemouth, she has performed in dance shows and enjoys walking her Chihuahua.

Stewardess JADE BEALING Jade worked in customer services for four years and is a qualified complimentary therapist. She has lived in Bournemouth all her life and is a keep fit fanatic with the gym, aerobic classes, yoga, swimming and running among her numerous activities. She also enjoys shopping, eating out and walking the dog.

Stewardess GILLIAN COMFORT After studying English at Oxford Brookes University, Gillian joined BA cabin crew and later worked for various London advertising agencies. She has enjoyed spells with BMi and with Palmair’s partner Astraeus, spending two months based in Saudi Arabia. She enjoys cooking and taking her Jack Russell out for walks.

Stewardess HANNAH ROYLES Hannah has a degree in International Politics and Third World Studies and has campaigned for political and economic justice at home and abroad. She also undertakes voluntary work including travelling to Lourdes to accompany sick and disabled pilgrims. She loves sport, particularly netball and rugby.

Stewardess JITKA ZVONAROVA Jitka has lived most of her life in Czech Republic. She studied fashion and worked as a dressmaker before moving to Northern Ireland as an au pair. Jitka recently studied travel and tourism at Bournemouth College and enjoys cycling, rollerblading, skiing, hiking alongside the Jurassic Coast, sewing and card making.

Steward BENJAMIN LAND Ben grew up in Bournemouth and studied International Relations and Philosophy at the University of Sussex spending one semester at the University of Miami. He graduated in 2008 and travelled the world visiting LA, Fiji, New Zealand, Australia and Hong Kong. He enjoys swimming, surfing, yoga and being outdoors.

Steward GRAHAM MANN Graham was born in Poole but is well travelled, regularly visiting family and friends in America. He studied Business and Communication at A Level and his background is in Facilities Management, working at American Express for 7 years. Graham is a self taught pianist, performing at corporate events and weddings.