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Tunisia records 40% uptick in UK holidaymakers as Brits embrace year-round appeal

Destination credits increase in airlift after welcoming just as many UK visitors during the summer as it did in the winter

'A prompt solution was never likely': trade braces for US flight disruption as government shutdown continues

From domestic flight cancellations to free national park entry, US-specialist travel agents and tour operators have shared how their clients are faring during the shutdown

Sri Lanka to launch first marketing campaign for 10 years as hotel capacity grows

It follows a recovery in visitor numbers during the first nine months of the year to almost 1.7 million, with 160,000 from the UK

Balearics hails successful 'de-seasonalisation' efforts and crackdown on illegal accommodation

The archipelago recorded only a minimal year-on-year increase in visitors this summer, 0.8% in July and 1.8% in August

Agents urged to 'source properties for every need' as all-inclusive demand rises

High-net-worth clients are increasingly booking all-inclusive luxury travel, according to the latest research by Virtuoso

'We want them back': Egypt demands artefacts be returned as Grand Egyptian Museum finally opens

The museum was first proposed in 1992 during the rule of President Hosni Mubarak before construction started in 2005

Universal’s new four-park pass to drive longer stays from UK market

The Universal Orlando All Parks Ticket allows visitors to access Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal Volcano Bay and the newly opened Universal Epic Universe

'It will help the ceasefire last': Palestine sets out tourism ambitions, including UK agent fam

Palestinian officials issue an urgent plea to the UK trade at WTM London, insisting tourism will 'help the ceasefire to last' following the Israel Gaza war

'People are hungry for light relief': travel told to use humour to emphasise authenticity and build trust

Comedy can – and should – be used as an effective tool for promoting a destination, WTM London told

Travel Counsellor’s advice to newcomers after reaching nearly £1 million in first 12 months

Di Rhodes has shared her top three tips for building a successful franchise after joining the homeworking agency last year

'Record numbers' holidaying in Greece's shoulder seasons as country vows continue prioritising sustainable growth

How Greece is prioritising sustainability alongside increasing visitor numbers, as the country’s tourism minister vows to continue investing in regenerative tourism

Celestyal's global sales chief invites agents to host their clients in new Guildford shop

The Greek specialist cruise launched a tour operator – called Celestyal Travel – in July before opening a shop premises to support the new brand in early September

Fifa World Cup and 2028 Olympics could reverse drop in US travel demand, WTM told

The WTM Global Travel Report 2025 reveals international visitor numbers to the US are expected to remain around 15% below 2019 levels this year

Ultra-luxury Antarctica operator talks fam trip plans after UK investment

White Desert is on a mission to develop its relationship with the trade in the UK and Europe

Viking's UK sales chief makes play for 'land tour customers' as line names 100th ship

Speaking to TTG, Viking head of sales Neil Barclay hailed the contribution travel agents had made to the Scandinavian's 'continued success'

Princess Cruises hires Carnival Cruise Line's fleet cruise director to fill new agent training role

Mike Pack, a Briton with more than 15 years’ cruise industry experience, will build Princess training tools and material for UK and Irish travel agents

Ditch the sombre coach trips – this is how to do a battlefields tour

While battlefield tours continue to be in high demand, fusing cycling with a gastronomic adventure can give your clients a fresh take on the tried-and-tested format

Agent: 'What happened to suppliers' duty of care to their Jamaica-bound passengers?'

Travel agency boss Lee Hunt asks why suppliers don't issue customers credit notes when a hurricane is heading towards destination where thousands of Brits enjoy holidaying

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Carrier to launch ‘endorsement programme’ for agents as ‘badge’ of expertise

The luxury tour operator believes the certification will resonate with both agents and clients

Iconic Jamaica hotels give update on condition following Hurricane Melissa

The major hurricane made landfall in Jamaica on Tuesday (28 October), bringing exceptional levels of rainfall and strong winds to Jamaica

The end of GDS training? Agent launches AI tool that can book holidays ‘in seconds’

Neil Robinson, former managing director at Colletts Travel, believes GDS Genie will be game-changing for travel agents.

From flying brochures to mysterious bibles: are these the most haunted travel agencies in the UK?

From a medieval burial site just 20 yards from an agency branch's front door to spinning globes and shadowy figures, TTG speaks to agents ahead of Halloween about their shops' spooky goings on...

Uniworld to launch three new ships on European rivers during 'landmark' 2027

Aqua Expeditions’ 15-suite Aqua Blu ship, meanwhile, will operate a 14-day sailing from Bali to Singapore on behalf of Uniworld