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The overseas wedding full of drama – and how an agent saved the day

When Claire Oliver’s clients chose Mauritius for their perfect day, their wedding turned into one of the most involved bookings the travel consultant has ever worked on

The operator switching focus from over- to under-tourism

Discover five lesser-visited regions in a top-trending destination – they have the necessary tourist infrastructure, are crowd-free and score highly for authentic experiences

The White Lotus antidote for agents to offer in Thailand

As a teenager, Charintip Tiyaphorn hated her father’s hotel. Now, as its owner-representative, she’s creating a blueprint for sustainable tourism in Thailand

From hi-tech to tradition: this Swiss ski resort has it all

Flims offers up quite a few surprises for this accomplished skier, from unusual ‘taxis’ in the sky, to fondue sessions in gondolas on the ground – and of course vast and excellent snowy terrain.

Agents – we can help you overcome your fear of selling France, says specialist

It’s time to push aside barriers to selling our neighbour, says Marcelle Hoff from Expressions Holidays, which is experiencing a trade boom for its tailor-made itineraries

A spontaneous bungee jump for a wheelchair user? No problem in this destination

Disability activist and seasoned traveller Sophie Morgan reveals how she bungee jumped, mountain biked and white-water rafted her way around New Zealand

‘This new law is a game changer for agents selling Thailand’

Now that this south-east Asian country has legalised same-sex marriages, agents have more options to play with when selling wedding packages to same-sex couples

What it’s like to ride Japan’s most exclusive sleeper train

Travellers must enter a ballot for the chance to secure a cabin on the The Seven Stars in Kyushu.

The Louisiana road trip that's also a culinary education

Local food heroes in the Southern US state help Rashmi Narayan understand the region’s culture and history through their gastronomy

Five ways to sell Okinawa to first-time and repeat visitors to Japan

A bountiful natural playground studded with ancient culture, adventure and a unique foodie scene, here’s how to bring this Japanese destination to life

The influential fairy godmother who saved an agent's Cyprus wedding

When agent Paula Hardman’s destination wedding was in jeopardy, a specialist operator came to her aid – and they’ve worked on many weddings together since

Your clients can help fire-scorched Jasper to recover – here's how

The Canadian mountain town wants the world to know it is open for business this summer, after wildfires swept through the Rockies national park last July

Six cruise itineraries that will satisfy your clients' wanderlust

Itineraries calling at lesser-visited ports, offering off-the-beaten-track experiences, can help pique clients’ interest in cruising. We source six voyages of discovery

What do Svalbard's new rules mean for wildlife spotting?

Will a bear sighting now be a tiny dot in the distance or an exclusive thrill? We explore the implications of new regulations designed to protect wildlife in the region

The White Lotus Season 3 hotels – everything travel agents need to know

If you’re anything like us, you’ve been hooked on The White Lotus ever since the premiere of its first season in 2021.

The show is a treasure trove of inspiration for any travel enthusiast, with its gorgeous locations gaining nearly as much attention from fans as its juicy plotlines.

Six reasons to work with Florida this year, from new trade show to fly-drive mission

A new UK trade event was among a number of exciting updates from this year’s Florida Huddle. Madeleine Barber reports from Ocala in Marion County where the annual get-together was held

America's high-quality, low-key ski resort loved by celebs

View our short video about Sun Valley, which is almost unknown in the UK. The celebs like it that way, but things may change in March, when the Idaho resort hosts its first World Cup downhill event in 50 years

Sand, souks and starry skies: the fam exploring authentic Morocco

’Trustworthy and immersive’ – six travel consultants reflect on Not in the Guidebooks’ Moroccan Adventure, from Marrakech to the Desert

The poetic charm of the ‘Clapham Junction of South Asia’

With Jules Verne reporting a sharp rise in Sri Lanka bookings, our writer gives a taste of what to expect on the operator’s top-selling Highlights of Sri Lanka tour

How to woo Jane Austen fans in her 250th anniversary year

The novelist won readers’ hearts with the enduring appeal of her books – and this year the celebrations to mark 250 years since her birth will be in full swing

From souk to surf: why Oualidia is Marrakech's perfect partner

The sleepy Moroccan coastal village – with its birdwatching, royal connections, and celebrated oysters – is the ultimate off-season pairing with Marrakech

‘This island has the aesthetics of Santorini but is blissfully serene’

Could Naxos be one of Greece’s best-kept secrets? We find out on a TTG Sustainable Travel Heroes fam trip to the lesser-explored Cycladic island

Mauritius: the must-see highlights of the Indian Ocean paradise

There’s far more on this idyllic island for luxury clients than sun, sea and sand.

Agents share how to sell the ‘Venice of Egypt’

From quad biking in the desert, to boating across lagoons, three Hays agents relay what El Gouna has to offer, after joining a fam trip to the destination