Analysis

How travel agents can help change 'Disneyland' perception of Spain

Two of Spain’s most sought-after destinations, Palma and Barcelona, have switched to a "less is more approach" to tourism. TTG investigates why it will be beneficial for agents

What made Richard Branson change his mind about Saudi Arabia?

Sir Richard Branson tells TTG he believes the time is right for Virgin Atlantic to start flying to the kingdom, despite its human rights record. Here’s why...

P&O Cruises, Audley Travel, Sandals: all the latest travel trade people moves

Tony Roberts returns to travel with Imagine Cruising, while Carnival UK has named P&O Cruises’s new brand director. Meanwhile, two high-profile figures in the travel trade have left their roles after more than 20 years

What's happened to the family market this year? And will it come back?

The family market has long been a staple for many travel agencies, but a drop off in forward bookings for the summer from families has left agents stumped – and concerned

Poll: Are the days of the printed holiday brochure numbered?

While there remains demand for printed brochures, this comes at a cost in terms of paper and plastic waste – and now Abta has tightened its guidance to agents and suppliers on brochures, so what’s the future for the iconic holiday brochure?

Travelpack, Explora Journeys, Intrepid: all the latest travel trade people moves

Ex-Global exec Bond returns with a new trade-focused accommodation platform, while Travelpack has made a key hire it hopes will boost its cruise business

Holidays remain a 'top priority purchase' despite economic fears, says Barclays

Travel bucks the trend once again in Barclays spending survey as the bank says people still feel holidays are a top priority despite fears about rising bills and the effects of tariffs

'More industry giants are recognising the importance of robust environmental strategy'

Are the UK’s top travel companies moving with the times on sustainability? And have they made any progress over the past year? Patrick Richards from TTG Media’s sustainability partner TerraVerde picks up the story 12 months on

Agents say Trump effect is real, but operators play down president's impact

Two-thirds of respondents to a snap TTG poll this week said Donald Trump is putting off potential clients from travelling to the US, while some operators say Canada is benefiting

Nick Hughes, Premier Holidays, APT: 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

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?

'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

Package travel back on government agenda as industry views sought on revised reforms

The government has proposed changes to insolvency protection and Linked Travel Arrangements in its reform of the EU’s Package Travel Regulations, opening a three-month consultation period

'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.

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

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

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

Prince Harry's Travalyst charity calls on travel to halve its carbon emissions by 2030

Other goals set out by the charity in its ’five-year milestone report’ include a pledge to protect and restore ’at least 30% of the planet, land and sea’ during the same timeframe

Virgin Atlantic returns to profit after record £3.3 billion revenue in 2024

Record revenue of £3.3 billion and ’continued cost discipline’ contribute to carrier’s highest-ever annual pre-tax earnings of £230 million

Where's hot, what's not: where to sell in 2025

The honeymoon hotspot? The best cruise? New data reveals the most popular destinations UK agents are selling in 2025

Start-up Global Airlines puts two transatlantic charters on sale amid ongoing UK licence bid

Global Airlines is selling seats onboard two transatlantic flights scheduled for May as its application for a UK Air Operator’s Certificate continues

Spring Statement: chancellor insists consumers will have more disposable income this year

Average consumer will be £500 better off this year says chancellor Rachel Reeves allowing them to spend more on non-essentials like travel

Azamara, Not Just Travel, InsideJapan: 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