Opinion

Virgin Voyages: Why Scarlet Lady is not your average ship

The line has tried hard to construct a ship that, it hopes, will appeal to people who believe cruising isn’t for them. And, to a certain extent, it has succeeded.

Balearics' drinking rules 'will force tourism model change'

The government believes the islands will remain a welcoming destination for British holidaymakers

Sophie Griffiths: Why does the government consistently undervalue tourism?

The overall contribution to the UK economy from outbound travel was £37.1 billion last year

‘Govt’s immigration measures would hit hospitality and tourism businesses hard’

End of temporary immigration confirms ‘many of the worst fears’ of businesses in the sector, UKHospitality CEO Kate Nicholls tells TTG

Tony Mann: 'Don’t undercut the agency down the road'

Are we missing the reality of what’s happening on our doorstep?

‘Is the travel industry too focused on fishing from the same pond?’

Did you know your own brain is working away, adding in a layer of bias to your decision-making that can make your fair-minded choices seem unfair?

Sophie Griffiths: 'Could airline protections make the playing field more uneven?'

The unpleasant irony would be if these reforms only succeeded in making the playing field more uneven

Derek Jones: ‘Flying only works when we follow the rules – so why allow excessive drinking?’

On a plane full of hundreds of people, the consequences of excessive drinking can be truly catastrophic

Alex Kaluzny: ‘Far out’ AI booking coming to business travel

The need for business travel and face-to-face interactions will increase as 5G rolls out in 2020

‘Like it or not, you're going to get more questions about eco-friendly travel’

We all got bored of it, but as we enter the new decade, another wartime slogan: “Is your journey really necessary?” may be ringing in our ears. The phrase was used to deter civilians from travelling by train, allowing troops and supplies to be prioritised.

Seventy-five years on, it’s a question some consumers are beginning to ask as the era of flight shaming begins.

Mark Tanzer: ‘A no-deal Brexit remains a possibility’

It could be that Abta will need to return to no-deal messaging for members and customers

‘If we all stopped flying, the effect on local communities would be devastating’

‘Look at your travel choices and who is actually benefiting from your travel experience. If the answer is just you, then that’s a problem’ says G Adventures’ Brian Young

Sophie Griffiths: 'The travel industry shouldn’t be expected to meet sustainability challenges alone'

2020 seems to be the year discussions are turning to actions for travel

John Grant: ‘APD has caused more airline failures than any individual’

Let’s see if the regulatory authorities are really listening

‘Enough smoke and mirrors when it comes to aircraft emissions’

Offsetting isn’t enough to curb global warming

'Retail experience doesn't always mean effectiveness'

"Don’t forget about ways to upgrade your greatest asset – your people"

X v Kuoni: What could the consequences be for travel?

Claire Ingleby, director at MB Solicitors, examines the wider implications of the court case on the industry

Richard Dixon: 'In an era of fake news, earning trust is essential'

The director of Holidaysplease with his take on the importance of trust

‘Sick of the B word? We're just getting started...’

The UK might have officially exited the EU, but now is when the hard work really begins, especially for industries like travel. Here’s why...

'Thomascook.com: what’s in a name?'

Recent reports suggest the name is about to be reborn, but who will book it and who will supply this new OTA with holidays to sell?

Coronavirus: 'Hong Kong’s cruise terminal felt like a decontamination zone'

TTG freelancer Sara Macefield was in Hong Kong this week as the territory responded to coronavirus fears. She explains what it was like on the ground...

Steven Freudmann: 'After Brexit, we must demonstrate need for openness'

’Wrong doesn’t become right simply because it has a majority in the House of Commons,’ says ITT chairman Steven Freudmann

Sophie Griffiths: Celebrating the best with new travel awards by TTG

The Travel Industry Awards by TTG will showcase the very best of the travel trade

Justin Francis: ‘It’s about time polluters paid their way’

The Committee on Climate Change’s recommendation to tax greenhouse gas-emitting industries to help achieve a net zero carbon UK is a welcome step says Responsible Travel chief executive Justin Francis