The BBC says that the new FastTrack has been designed to appeal to viewers who travel frequently for both business and leisure. The programme will feature reports from leading industry experts and a variety of new travel segments.
Mike London, FastTrack producer, says: "Even if you are not a regular flyer, issues like carbon emissions and security affect us all and that is why the travel industry is under the spotlight like never before. The new look FastTrack will put consumers and travellers at the heart of its reporting. We will look at how important issues such as the rise in oil prices and ever-congested air spaces affect our viewers.” Mike added: ”Our new presenters Rajan Datar and Thalia Pellegrini have been chosen not just because of their travel backgrounds, but because of their experience in business and consumer journalism, making them the perfect people to host the new look show.”
Viewers will learn from a mind and body coach, learn about the intricacies of long haul travel, will be offered five-minute features designed for those who have a day or two to spend in a town or city. Travel gadget enthusiasts will also be well catered for with BBC travel writer Ben Silburn providing a monthly run down of the latest travel gadgets.
The programme goes out (all times in GMT) Sundays at 0730 Mondays at 2030; Tuesdays at 1030; Wednesdays at 1530 and Thursdays at 0830.