The Incredible Ryanair
Budget airlines have experienced a massive upsurge in popularity in the last decade, allowing thousands of people to explore the world without spending a fortune. While many scorn budget airlines as cheap and unpleasant, others swear by them - and no matter which category you fall in to, you have probably heard of Ryanair. Few airlines divide public opinion like the budget carrier Ryanair. Owned by the controversial and unapologetic Michael O'Leary, Irish carrier Ryanair has become a byword for budget, cheap travel over recent years. Ryanair flies to a variety of European destinations, and said in early 2010 that they plan to begin services beyond Europe. So far, so normal - but the real reason for Ryanair being so prevalent in the minds of budget travelers is their pricing... and we do not just mean the flight cost. While a flight with Ryanair - just the flight - is likely to be cheaper than with any other carrier, the airline makes its money from it refers to as additional servic...