In depth

Shangri-La is gearing up for the November reopening of the legendary Le Touessrok resort in Mauritius

From the Cotswolds to the North Pole - it's all on the agenda at the ttgluxury Seminar

New speakers have been announced for the ttgluxury Seminar, a unique conference set to take place in London next month

Seven secret rail journeys to wow your clients

From Namibia to Uzbekistan, we outline the hidden train tours you need to know

Being able to make the perfect Pad Thai and a tasty Tom Yum soup were just some of the many things agents were able to share with their family, friends and colleagues after returning from the latest ttgluxury Experience in Phuket, with Point Yamu and Etihad Airways

Oasis of the Seas sails into Southampton

Royal Caribbean International’s Oasis of the Seas has sailed into Southampton for the first time

From bees to hangover cures: 11 specialist hotel butlers

Clients on the lookout for something a little special on their next hotel stay? From duckmasters to fireplace butlers, there is a concierge to suit any and every need…

Three surprising ways agents grow wedding and honeymoon sales

Three wedding and honeymoon specialist agents reveal their tactics for strengthening sales in the romance sector

Interview: Steve Byrne on taking Counsellors to 'a whole new level'

The Travel Counsellors boss tells us why the recent private equity deal will place even more power in members’ hands

How hedging has put the brakes on holiday price cuts

Many consumers believe that falling oil prices and a weakening euro could lead to cheaper travel - but the reality is prices are likely to remain steady

Goodbye cash flow benefits? BSP changes could be a sign of things to come

The cashflow benefits that most agents have enjoyed for the past 50 years may be coming to an end, argues Andy Cooper

Northern exposure: discovering 'NoCal' on the California SuperFAM

The trip saw 60 agents venture out across the state - we joined a group based in the north to see how it can rival the south for family holidays

Fam trip tips: how to get on one, and how to avoid the blacklist

Whether won or earned, operator or tourism board-led, they’re a fantastic way to perk up your travel knowledge. Chloe Cann gets some advice from the experts

Graphic: Five years of Dubai hotel openings at a glance

From Waldorf Astoria to Jumeirah, we round up some of the key launches from 2014 - 2018

Rising stars: the new wave of luxury product across the Middle East

Regional tensions are having little impact on tourism and infrastructure plans. From jaw-dropping luxury hotels to major cultural attractions, Gary Noakes looks at what’s in the pipeline

Interview: Adam Stewart on keeping Sandals at the top of its game

With strong guest numbers and repeat rates of 40%, the resort brand’s chief is justifiably proud - but he is far from complacent. Pippa Jacks hears about his expansion and investment plans

Next-gen airliners: Who's flying A380s and 787s, and where

From the demise of the jumbo jet to the rise of the A380, here’s what you need to know about aircraft in 2015 and beyond

Interview: Craig Kreeger looks to a 'bright future' at Virgin Atlantic

Following the “tough call” to axe Little Red, the airline is ready to move on from its recovery phase. TTG caught up with its chief executive

From darts ace to Tui Travel director: Nick Longman's route to the top

He’s distribution and online director for mainstream tour operations at Tui Travel, but Nick Longman could have gone in a very different direction. He tells Katherine Lawrey why he chose travel

How Quantum converted TTG's first-time cruiser

TTG deputy news editor Patrick Whyte saw the light on a visit to Royal Caribbean’s new ship

Interview: 'Cruise convert' Stuart Leven on his first year at Royal Caribbean

Not long ago, the line’s UK chief thought cruise wasn’t for him. Sophie Griffiths hears about his conversion and his plans for the business

Interview: Kenny Jacobs on raising Ryanair's game

The divisive airline’s chief marketing officer is taking it in a range of new directions. He explains his strategic thinking to Gary Noakes

Three years in, HRG says Insight could go on to replace all its systems

The TMC has hugely ambitious plans for its map-driven, “click-and-go” data platform. Tech director Nigel Meyer tells us more

Interactive: Where do UK parties stand on travel and tourism issues?

Sophie Griffiths looks at where conference season has left the main contenders ahead of the 2015 general election

What's it like to be a female entrepreneur in the travel industry?

Ahead of WTM’s new Women in Travel Programme, we speak to two successful businesswomen about their experiences in the sector