Book and manage your holiday, flight, hotel or excursion through the TUI app

The TUI app puts a holiday expert in your hands. You can browse our full collection of hotels and flights with tailored trip planning and heaps of destination info. You can keep up to date with your trip with a holiday countdown, resort weather forecasts and a flight tracker, too. Plus, you’ve got access to our full range of TUI experiences – from island-hopping days out to walking tours around ancient cities. And, you’ve got direct contact with us whilst you’re on holiday – the app’s chat feature is available around the clock, 365 days a year.

- Browse our full collection of holidays, flights and TUI experiences

- Filter your holiday search to fine-tune your results and save your favourites to your shortlist

- Make a booking and pay, or set up a direct debit

- Flick through personally-recommended TUI experiences

- Get prepared for your holiday with our travel checklist

- Discover your destination with useful hints and local tips

- Review your booking and make changes before you go

- Manage your payments quickly and easily

- Track your flight’s status

- Download digital boarding passes for most of our flights

- Get in touch with our 24/7 team whilst on holiday using the chat feature

Browse our range of holidays

Our range of destinations ranges from Greece to Grenada and Ibiza to Iceland. Plus, we’ve got a huge collection of hotels to suit all tastes, too. First up, there are TUI BLUE For Two hotels – they’re just for adults and designed to unwind. And then there’s our TUI BLUE Sensatori resorts, which have luxury down to a tee. Plus, you can expect a raft of family-friendly facilities at the hotels in our TUI BLUE For Families collection.

Add your booking

Adding your booking to the app is easy – just make sure you have your booking reference number, the surname of the lead passenger and your departure date to hand.

Holiday countdown

You can count down the days until your trip with the holiday countdown, and stay ahead of the game with our handy weather forecast feature.

Holiday extras

You can upgrade your flight on the TUI app with Premium seating and Select Your Seat. Or, make it extra special and pre-order champagne and chocolates. You can order travel money and book airport parking and hotels, too.

Travel checklist

You can make sure you’re ready for take-off with our Travel Checklist – from adding your passenger information to booking an airport lounge. Plus, a handy packing list will make sure you don’t leave anything behind, too.

Digital boarding passes

Once you’ve checked in, you can download and store your boarding passes on your phone – they’re available for most our flights. You can check out our inflight food and drinks menu before you go, too.

Connect with our 24/7 team

If you need to get in touch with us whilst you’re away, you can contact the TUI Experience Centre using the app’s chat feature. The team are available around the clock, seven days a week. Your transfer info and any relevant flight information can be found here, too.

Book TUI experiences

You can book TUI Experiences from the palm of your hand – all the trips available to you are loaded onto the app. Select your experience from the list of available dates and times. Once you’ve confirmed and paid for your trip your tickets will be displayed on the app, as well as being emailed to you, too.

Transfer information

Once you’ve touched down in your destination you can track your coach and find out where it’s parked. And when it’s time to return back to the UK you’ll receive a message with all the details of your return transfer.

Most of our holidays are available on the app, however there are some instances when you will not be able to add your booking, these are:

- Marella Cruise holidays - Download the Marella Cruise app

- TUI River Cruise holidays

- Crystal Ski Holidays

- TUI Tours

What's New in the Latest Version 16.7.115

Last updated on Jun 26, 2024

Various bug fixes and performance improvements to make your TUI app experience even better.

TUI, or Text User Interface, isn't a single game but a style of computer interface reliant on textual characters rather than graphical elements. Imagine a world before the colorful icons and windows we're accustomed to; TUI was the primary method of interaction. This style, while seemingly archaic, holds a significant place in gaming history and continues to influence modern development.

TUI games, often referred to as "roguelikes" or "MUDs" (Multi-User Dungeons), present information through text descriptions, symbols, and numbers. Instead of visually rendering a sword, the game might describe it as "a gleaming longsword +5." Movement is often handled through keyboard commands, such as WASD or directional arrows, and actions are typically initiated through typed commands.

The limitations of TUI forced developers to focus on gameplay mechanics and storytelling. Without the distraction of complex graphics, players were immersed in the world through descriptive text, fostering imagination and creating a unique sense of immersion. This focus on mechanics often led to complex and deeply engaging gameplay systems.

Early examples of TUI games include classics like "Rogue," which popularized the procedural generation of dungeons, and "MUD1," which laid the foundation for online multiplayer gaming. These games, despite their simple appearance, offered a depth of gameplay rarely seen in their graphical contemporaries. "Rogue" challenged players with permadeath and randomized dungeons, forcing strategic thinking and careful resource management. "MUD1" allowed players to interact with each other in a shared virtual world, forming communities and engaging in collaborative storytelling.

The influence of TUI extends beyond these early examples. Modern games like "Dwarf Fortress" continue the tradition of complex simulation and emergent gameplay within a text-based environment. Even games with graphical interfaces often incorporate TUI elements, such as chat windows, command consoles, and inventory management systems.

The simplicity of TUI allows for greater accessibility. These games can run on less powerful hardware and require less bandwidth, making them accessible to a wider audience. Furthermore, the lack of visual clutter can be beneficial for players who prefer a more focused and less distracting gaming experience.

TUI games often feature intricate systems and mechanics, demanding strategic thinking and problem-solving skills. The absence of visual cues forces players to rely on their understanding of the game's rules and their ability to interpret textual information. This can lead to a more challenging and rewarding experience.

The reliance on text also fosters a strong sense of community among players. In MUDs and other online TUI games, players often collaborate and share information through text-based communication. This shared experience creates a sense of camaraderie and fosters a deeper connection between players.

The legacy of TUI in gaming is undeniable. From the early days of "Rogue" and "MUD1" to the modern complexities of "Dwarf Fortress," TUI games have consistently pushed the boundaries of gameplay and storytelling. While graphical interfaces have become the dominant form of interaction, the influence of TUI remains, reminding us of the power of imagination and the enduring appeal of text-based adventures. Even today, TUI continues to attract a dedicated following of players who appreciate its unique challenges and rewards. The accessibility, depth of gameplay, and strong sense of community fostered by TUI ensure its continued relevance in the ever-evolving landscape of gaming. The enduring popularity of TUI demonstrates that compelling gameplay and engaging storytelling can transcend graphical limitations, proving that sometimes, the most powerful images are the ones we create in our own minds.