Opinion

'Nature positive tourism is the only future for our industry'

’As an industry, we need to radically alter our mindset and how we consider nature in the holidays we offer,’ Responsible Travel chief Justin Francis writes for TTG as Cop26 continues

'The decision to halve domestic APD is shameful'

‘We all have a role to play in tackling the climate crisis, although not – apparently – if you’re the UK chancellor,’ writes TTG editor Sophie Griffiths

'Pricing itself out won't help Heathrow, airlines – or agents'

Heathrow risks alienating leisure travellers next summer if its proposed increases in passenger fees go ahead

'We've done our part; now ministers must do theirs'

"We as an industry have adapted and done our part; now it’s time for government to do theirs and help restore travel," says Sandra Corkin

'So, are we just back to square one with airline refunds?'

Aito’s Noel Josephides calls on carriers to make the same pledges on refunds for operators as they have for consumers

'The chancellor must act to prevent a tidal wave of job losses'

’Government must not pull the rug out from under the feet of the travel industry,’ writes Liberal Democrat MP and treasury spokesperson Christine Jardine for TTG as furlough ends

British Airways must mind the gap if it downsizes Gatwick

Axing short-haul at Gatwick will save cash for BA, but what happens to the vacant slots? Gary Noakes explores BA’s options

'Ibiza's ban on dancing has been tantamount to torture'

‘The island of dance has finally been given the green light to reopen its dance floors – now let’s see if there’s a collective will to take Ibiza into its first ever viable winter tourist season’

'Travel can play a key role driving up standards of animal welfare'

Abta head of sustainability Clare Jenkinson looks ahead to government plans to introduce new legislation designed to drive up standards of animal experiences sold in the UK

'The long wait for the US to reopen will have been worth it'

’This announcement brings hope and positivity; but now the real work begins,’ writes Visit USA (UK) chief executive Tracey Spuyman for TTG

'When will the green lights come on again all over Africa?'

’Both those who service, and those who supply, Africa’s tourism need urgent help,’ Atta president Nigel Vere Nicoll writes for TTG

'Once again, Latin America has been completely ignored'

’Comparing countries that have come off the red list with destinations in Latin America makes the disparity in the grading system very apparent,’ writes Lata chief Danny Callaghan for TTG

Sam Clark: 'Is this the end, or a new beginning?'

’We must look to the future, as a business and as individuals – we owe it to ourselves, our friends and colleagues,’ writes Experience Travel Group chief Clark for TTG

'Covid could not diminish my love for travel'

"Professionally, we – as an industry – have been battered, but we are not beaten," says Travel Counsellors’ Kirsten Hughes

'Why we're feeling optimistic for the recovery of private travel'

The private travel sector is preparing to capitalise on the opportunities for recovery says Kevin MacNaughton, managing director, charter, Air Partner

'Ministers might have turned their backs, but we're still fighting travel’s corner'

The industry has been bracing itself for a critical September and, while travel has finally taken off, our sector remains stalled

Daniel Pearce: Why #NewsIsFreeOnTTG

You gave us your feedback over the last 12 months, and we have listened – news is now free, once again, on ttgmedia.com

'It will take more than a pandemic to dissuade airline entrepreneurs'

At least four new airlines are already getting ready to compete in the emerging post-pandemic world – Gary Noakes assesses their likely fortunes, and foibles

Derek Moore: 'One word to sum up how I'm feeling? It can only be anger'

‘With no help from the government, many specialist operators are being left to sink,’ writes Aito deputy for TTG

'As travel reopens, let's help families unable to enjoy a break'

Family Holiday Association chair gears up for cycle challenge to help families in need of respite

'Cruise sector takes emotional next step towards recovery'

The resumption of international cruising is a crucial part in the industry’s journey towards a full return – and forms an integral part of TTG’s August issue

'Large ship ban isn't the end of enjoying Venice by water'

Uniworld’s UK MD Chris Townson assesses how smaller ships can benefit following the new ruling

'Covid will compound consolidation in the travel sector'

More firms likely to look at banding together as government Covid support is wound down, RSM restructuring partner Damian Webb predicts

‘Don't feel like a criminal for wanting to go on holiday’

Many clients could still be feeling nervous about making the commitment to travel, so it’s important those of us who can do so share our positive experiences, says April Hutchinson, from a trip to Greece