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New travel job vacancies outstripping new candidates

C&M Recruitment chief Barbara Kolosinska said C&M had dealt with more travel vacancies in March 2022 than in any month over the past 10 years

Holiday bookings set to defy consumer spending pressures

Survey finds consumers more likely to cut spending on takeaways and new clothes than they are on holidays

Why Vibe is the solution to your tired tech

Travel moves fast, but you can move faster when you choose an efficient technology solution such as Vibe

Why you’re missing a trick if you’re not selling sustainable travel

Many agents believe cost is king when booking a holiday, but TTG Sustainable Travel Heroes explains why price is gaining a challenging competitor in sustainability. Madeleine Barber reports

The Wheelie Good Travel Company on being an accessible travel disrupter

Agency owner Jon Fletcher hopes to change attitudes towards accessible travel through his new venture, the Wheelie Good Travel Company. He talks to Abra Dunsby about his vision for the brand.

Meet the Heroes who’ll help you sell more responsible holidays

TTG’s new initiative will arm agents with the knowledge, confidence and contacts they need sell more sustainable travel

Social media pays dividends for Personal Travel Agents

Almost a quarter of Personal Travel Agents sales now come through social media channels, the homeworking brand reveals

Top tips for protecting yourself against cybercrime in 2022

Jeremy Hendy, chief executive of digital risk protection specialist Skurio, explains how the travel industry can get ahead of cybercriminals in 2022.

James Cole on what it takes to be an award-winning travel entrepreneur

Panache Cruises founder James Cole was named the John Hays Entrepreneur of the Year at The Travel Industry Awards by TTG last year. He talks to Abra Dunsby about making waves in the cruise industry.

Where the heart is: meet the new homeworkers

With homeworking continuing to draw in new recruits, Abra Dunsby speaks to four travel professionals who joined companies during or just before the pandemic to hear their motivations.

One mentor-mentee pairing discuss the benefits of a new mentoring scheme

The Male Allyship Network’s mentoring scheme engages senior male leaders in the conversation around gender equity in travel. Abra Dunsby speaks to one mentor and mentee to discover what both have learnt.

Stop the 'Great Resignation' with better benefits, report warns

RSM warns travel employees have the upper hand due to recruitment crisis

How to stand out from the competition this year

As we begin a new year, Abra Dunsby gleans expert advice on everything from boosting sales to operating more sustainably, to help agents hit the ground running in 2022.

10 takeaways for 2022 from tech experts Amadeus

Decius Valmorbida, president of the travel unit at Amadeus, and Francisco Perez-Lozao, president of hospitality at the travel tech firm, offer their key takeaways for the travel industry as we prepare to move into 2022.

Is Covid to blame for travel's recruitment crisis?

’Career progression in travel compares poorly to the broader economy – should a fresh look be taken at the problem?’ writes Patrick Richards for TTG

Looking ahead to 2022 with the Travel Heroes' mentee agencies

As the TTG Travel Heroes hang up their capes, they leave mentee agencies Key Holidays and Destina Travel poised to welcome 2022 with positivity, fresh ideas and strengthened client and supplier relationships.

'To be an agent is something to be proud of'

Jo Shayler of Holidaysplease was recently crowned UK & Ireland Agent of the Year at the Travel Industry Awards by TTG. She tells Abra Dunsby what the award means to her.

30 Under 30: Meet Adebola Sowemimo

Adebola Sowemimo, creator of blog My Breaking Views, talks to Abra Dunsby about juggling jobs and ensuring black voices are heard in travel.

The road to recovery: help for two agencies from TTG's Travel Heroes

With holiday bookings ramping up across the UK, the TTG Travel Heroes mentee agencies are looking to work with the suppliers to bolster their sales and marketing. Madeleine Barber reports.

How to reap the benefits of Clubhouse

Social media app Clubhouse has been making waves since its launch. Abra Dunsby hears from three travel professionals who have joined the Club.

Amadeus on how data and tech can help us to build back better in travel

Arialdo Piatti, head of product, media solutions at Amadeus, reveals three ways that data and technology can help travel – and specifically DMOs – to build back better.

How to define your brand's purpose

Tom Denton, head of new business at travel marketing specialist Digital Visitor, on why now is the time to define your brand purpose – and how to do so.

How a Sandals holiday helps clients and agents give back to Caribbean communities

The Sandals Foundation is making waves in Caribbean communities with its charitable initiatives. Madeleine Barber finds out more.

Digital Travel Marketing Group launches to boost tourism's post-pandemic recovery

DTMG’s mission is to change how travel companies use digital technologies to engage with their customers