PHOTOS: British Airways touches down in Ljubljana

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British Airways has launched its two weekly seasonal service between London Heathrow and Ljubljana, marking its return to the Slovenian capital following an eighteen year hiatus. The General Manager of Ljubljana Airport, Zmago Skobir, said, "The return of British Airlines is the consequence of long-term efforts of Ljubljana Airport and Slovenian tourism. The connection with London Heathrow Airport is of great added value, as Heathrow is one of the world's most important hubs, connected to destinations across the world. Furthermore, it is going to have a positive influence on the visibility of Slovenia as a tourist destination on the British market and, at the same time, on the inflow of British tourists to Slovenia". Operator Fraport Slovenija added, "British Airways is a central airline of the One World alliance that will return to Ljubljana Airport after eighteen years". British Airways noted, "Ljubljana is very much a hidden gem amongst former Eastern European cities. As a result, tourism in the city is growing rapidly, making it a destination on the radar for many airlines. We’re always developing our leisure offering and are committed to giving our customers even more choice of destinations at competitively low prices". British Airways will compete against two other carriers operating year-long flights from three other London airports to the Slovenian capital.