Agents

Poll: is Donald Trump's trade war putting your clients off visiting the US?

What ripple effects are President Trump’s actions and rhetoric having on the UK market to the US?

From longevity to Gen Alpha: top trends luxury agents need to know

Elite sports tourism and inclusive experiences are just two of the priorities on luxury traveller’s radars, according to to Globetrender’s latest insight report

Agent reveals fam-inspired 'add-on' that made £100,000 safari booking

Mark Davidson of Oasis Portfolio reveals how he sold the Kenya trip to a longtime customer who had previously taken more straightforward holidays.

'Disappointing' package travel shake-up 'a missed opportunity for meaningful reform' – Aito

Aito has said the proposed changes to the Package Travel Regulations do not go far enough in alleviating the industry of some of its regulatory burdens, while Abta is more welcoming

MSC trade chief predicts World America 'halo effect' amid huge demand for US departures

Alyshia Bartlett, MSC’s head of retail, homeworking and tour operations, confirmed her ’main priority’ is filling MSC Virtuosa this summer

Virgin Atlantic touches down in Canada after more than 10-year absence

Virgin Atlantic says it is ’here to stay’ after resuming flights to Toronto following an absence of nearly a quarter of a century

'An extra £20,000 a year': agents count the cost as Budget measures take effect

Adjustments to National Insurance, minimum wage and business rates may mean smaller agencies feel the pinch, with larger travel businesses able to absorb the cost

Watch: Wheelchair-friendly AND luxury? Inside the top Irish hotel making five-star accessible

With its exceptional staff and spacious layout, Anantara The Marker Dublin proves hotels don’t need to compromise on luxury to accommodate guests like my brother.

GoCruise & Travel targeting more than 10 new franchisee recruits this year

Agency reveals investment in new year-long mentoring programme to bring new-to-travel recruits up to speed

Lack of aircraft means higher air fares set to continue, industry warned

Leading aviation lawyer tells Abta Aviation Forum the lack of supply of new aircraft and leased alternatives mean consumers will face high air fares for some time to come yet

Not Just Travel, Advantage, Carnival: all the latest travel trade people moves

Recent moves see a familiar face return to Not Just Travel, and new roles for two senior leaders at small-ship cruise line Azamara

Dame Irene Hays: ‘We know what’s happening – we live and breathe travel’

TTG caught up with Hays Travel chair Dame Irene Hays and chief operating officer Jonathon Woodall-Johnston at the Hays Travel Independence Group conference. Here’s what they had to say about the state of the travel industry in 2025

Loveholidays targets five million passengers as OTAs boost Atols

OTA has cemented its place as the UK’s third largest Atol holder, while On the Beach and Thomas Cook have also added capacity

Jet2 chief: Luton base launch opens up ‘whole new catchment’ for ‘loyal agents’

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays boss Steve Heapy has played down any crossover between its existing Stansted base and its newly launched Luton base

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025: The art of selling responsible travel (without the “S” word)

Promoting positive-impact tourism doesn’t always have to be centred around the word "sustainable” - for some travellers, it might even be a turn-off. Hear creative ideas for marketing responsible travel experiences without overusing the "S" word – from celebrating local culture to showcasing community-driven projects, this session will help you connect with clients in an engaging way without focusing solely on environmental impact.

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025: Ethical wildlife tourism – guiding responsible choices

Offering advice on wildlife tourism can present a tricky - and at times contentious - issue for agents. This session will help you be able to confidently steer customers toward responsible wildlife experiences, avoiding pitfalls and covering key ethical considerations.

Baldwins Travel's appeal to have Abta membership reinstated ends in failure

Baldwins has lost its appeal against its expulsion from Abta after the association’s members’ committee ruled the agency had ’failed to provide the financial information required of them as an Abta member’

Three tips from Hays Travel's senior leaders to help you grow your business this year

Diversifying product, future-proofing businesses using strategic thinking and the power of asking for help were among key talking points touched at Hays Travel’s IG conference this week

Limitless Travel secures £6.5 million investment to fuel expansion plans

Limitless Travel has secured a multi-million pound investment, with plans to take the brand to US consumers and offer more product to existing UK customers

Agent lands ‘last-minute’ £110,000 French villa booking with string quartet and open-air cinema

A top agent secured a six-figure booking for a French rental villa – with just less than a month’s notice to plan.

In partnership with onefinestay, the luxury travel advisor worked diligently to organise a family holiday for seven nights with a strict set of criteria.

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025: Agent training with easyJet holidays

easyJet holidays delivers a snappy 15-minute presentation detailing their sustainable destinations, products and experiences available to your customers.

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025: Agent training with Iberostar

Iberostar delivers a snappy 15-minute presentation detailing their sustainable destinations, products and experiences available to your customers.

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025: Agent training with Intrepid

Intrepid travel delivers a snappy 15-minute presentation detailing their sustainable destinations, products and experiences available to your customers.

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025:Meet the sustainable destinations leading the way

Hear from destinations setting the standards on sustainable tourism, balancing the needs of travellers, local communities and the environment. Hear about the innovation taking place and gain a deeper understanding of how to communicate this good work to customers.