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'It saved us': Janaway Travel reveals how a £300,000 booking changed its fortunes during Covid

Interview
Emma Dooney
11 July 2026

Janaway Travel reflects on the enquiry that became a vital ‘nest egg’ once the UK government announced its first national lockdown in March 2020. 

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John Warrington

John Warrington, co-owner of Janaway Travel, says the six-figure booking kept business afloat during the first year of Covid

A high street agency has revealed the booking that ‘got them through’ the Covid pandemic – keeping business afloat amidst countless cancellations and refunds. 

Janaway Travel was one of thousands of UK travel companies affected by the 2020 lockdown, which resulted in widespread job losses and economic ruin across the industry. 

But fast forward to 2026, and the Camden-based agency has bounced back stronger than ever.