Destinations

Los Angeles tourism chiefs appeal for trade's support following wildfires

’Millions rely on the economic engine of the Los Angeles tourism industry for their livelihood,’ said Francine Sheridan, Los Angeles Tourism’s Europe and Middle East regional vice-president

Cost remains bigger priority for majority of travellers than green concerns

A WTTC report has found consumers are still prioritising cost over sustainability issues, but offers solutions as to how to change the mindset

Advisor's one rule for multi-gen family travel success after six-figure trip

Global Travel Collection’s Danny Akhtar has 34 years of experience planning holidays for the super-rich.

Why agents prefer to recommend this under-the-radar Greek island

The Greek National Tourism Organisation hosted TTG and four TTG Sustainable Travel Ambassadors on the lesser-visited island of Naxos, where the agents discovered "authentic Greece" through cooking classes, local product tastings and walking tours – and sampled one of the destination’s newest luxury hotels

Hays Travel, British Airways and Clia to represent outbound on new govt panel

The government’s Visitor Economy Advisory Council has held its first meeting, with appointees from the outbound industry as well as inbound

6 river cruise destination trends to boost your sales pitches

From the benefits of travelling in green season to a lesser-explored part of India, these are the hottest trends inspiring the creation of new river cruise itineraries

From souk to surf: why Oualidia is Marrakech's perfect partner

The sleepy Moroccan coastal village – with its birdwatching, royal connections, and celebrated oysters – is the ultimate off-season pairing with Marrakech

‘Our long-term vision is to be a global cultural experience specialist’

Inside Travel Group’s co-founders tell Gary Noakes about new investment and exciting additions to its programme

Airlines signal readiness to resume flying to Israel following ceasefire

Wizz Air has resumed flying to Tel Aviv, while easyJet will follow from 1 June. Ryanair has also insisted it will return soon, while Virgin Atlantic is looking to do so in the final quarter

‘The travel industry needs our young people working abroad’

’Our industry could be a powerhouse of economic growth – a youth mobility scheme would work both ways for us and EU nations,’ writes Seasonal Businesses in Travel director Diane Palumbo for TTG

Jet2 adds more flights and holidays to Greece and Turkey hailing demand

Airline and operator has further expanded what it claims is already its largest-ever summer programme with more flights and holidays to Antalya, Kos, Rhodes and Heraklion

‘This island has the aesthetics of Santorini but is blissfully serene’

Could Naxos be one of Greece’s best-kept secrets? We find out on a TTG Sustainable Travel Heroes fam trip to the lesser-explored Cycladic island

Mauritius: the must-see highlights of the Indian Ocean paradise

There’s far more on this idyllic island for luxury clients than sun, sea and sand.

Agents share how to sell the ‘Venice of Egypt’

From quad biking in the desert, to boating across lagoons, three Hays agents relay what El Gouna has to offer, after joining a fam trip to the destination

Elegant Resorts shares plans for agent fam trips after brand makeover

The luxury tour operator has confirmed it will be hosting more fam trips this year as part of its trade commitment.

Three ways to sell Australia's most underrated city

Don’t underestimate youthful Canberra – the relaxed capital is ripe for repeaters with its original touring itineraries, cultural clout and cycle lanes

Cruise line rips up rule book with 'new style' fam

The line will host agent groups on a destination-focused fam, as well as a learning academy at sea later this year, sales director Hayley Moore tells TTG

Jet2 to launch eight new routes to Greece for summer 2025

New bases Bournemouth and Luton will each get flights to Crete, Rhodes and Zante, while Bournemouth will also host a Corfu route; Jet2 has also added Kalamata from Bristol

'The market is ripe for change': Virgin lays down £500m challenge to Eurostar

Sir Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group, is reportedly ready to place an order for a dozen high-speed trains to end Eurostar’s 30-year monopoly on cross-Channel rail services

This is how your clients' tourism tax is spent in the Balearics

Our writer visits Ibiza and Formentera in the off season to learn about projects including the conservation of wall lizards and the preservation of a marine ecosystem

Brits ready to 'trade up' to five-star 'affordable luxury' in cheaper destinations

Brits willing to swap their traditional three-star hotel stays in European favourites in favour of five-star stays in lower-cost destinations

TTG Visit Florida Showcase (December 2024): Delta Airlines training

Delta Airlines deliver a 20-minute training presentation showcasing all the essential selling information and destination developments.

TTG Visit Florida Showcase (December 2024): Visit Central Florida agent training

Visit Central Florida deliver a 20-minute training presentation showcasing all the essential selling information and destination developments.

TTG Visit Florida Showcase (December 2024): Palm Beaches training

Palm Beaches deliver a 20-minute training presentation showcasing all the essential selling information and destination developments.