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TTG launches fifth in series of agent-focused destination selling guides
The TTG Belize Selling Guide is the fifth digital travel agent training tool to be added to our series, which launched earlier this year
European airports to reintroduce strict 100ml liquid rule from today
European airports to reintroduce strict 100ml liquid rule from today
The decision by the European Commission to reintroduce a blanket ban on liquids of more than 100ml being carried in hand luggage comes despite many European airports acquiring next-gen scanners allowing passengers to keep larger volumes of liquid in their hand luggage
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Japan trips continue despite impact of Typhoon Shanshan
Major storm expected to continue to cause disruption to travel in coming days
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Explora Journeys' ‘industry-first policies’ pay off for trade relations
The MSC Group-owned luxury cruise line is determined to support agents as it prepares to launch its second ship, Explora II, in September
The easily accessible part of America that's 'wild and cinematic'
Oregon offers rugged landscapes, natural playgrounds and treasure hunts for keen foragers, says our writer
It is hoped the stamp of approval will boost consumer confidence in the country's tourism sector
Portuguese ground handlers firm up weekend strike plans
Portugal’s transport workers’ union confirms plans for walkout on Sunday 31 August and Monday 1 September, which will impact all of the country’s national airports – including Lisbon and Porto
Govt pledges £10 million to smooth transition to new EU border rules
£3.5 million pledges each to the Port of Dover, Eurostar at St Pancras and Eurotunnel at Folkestone to guard against ’excessive queues’ when the EU Entry-Exit System comes into effect in November
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Top 5: The best luxury properties agents should know this week

Our top five luxury properties of the week has officially dropped, and as per usual, it’s landing with quite the bang. 

We spotlight a couple of gems close to home, including a gorgeous hotel on Northern Ireland’s coast and a swish all-suite property in central London. If your clients are on the hunt for winter sunshine (who could blame them?), we’ve also listed a heavenly Madagascar resort and a majestic villa on the Turkish Riviera. 

Hopefully, our lineup will give you the inspiration you need to make that special booking. 

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'Micro cruises' setting new standards in luxury expedition travel
The expedition cruise line’s ships have a capacity of just 12 guests.
Luxury agency's fam trip rules for homeworking trainees revealed
Designer Travel takes its trainee advisors on at least one fam trip during their 12 month intensive course
Travel facing race against time to get ready for new EU border rules
For many travellers, 10 November will be the day Brexit gets real; TTG explores the ins and outs of the new EU border rules set to take affect in November
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'These memories will outlast those of yet another poolside cocktail'
An agent shares why a fam trip to Costa Rica with Not in the Guidebooks has convinced her of the benefits of sustainable adventure travel for her clients, as well as the planet
Hidden speakeasies and high-profile sex toys: 6 new Las Vegas attractions
On her first visit to Las Vegas in two decades, Madeleine Barber discovers new experiences offering celebrity spotting, secret bars, punk rock memorabilia and much more
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Iceland's Blue Lagoon spa closes again after latest volcanic eruption
The famous attraction in southwest Iceland has temporarily shut its doors again as a ’precautionary measure’ following another volcanic eruption along Iceland’s Reykjanes peninsula
Sri Lanka scraps tourist visa fees for 2024/25 winter season
Sri Lanka scraps tourist visa fees for 2024/25 winter season
The destination will allow visa-free entry to visitors from the UK this winter in a bid to boost its tourism industry, saving couples around £76
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EasyJet adds Malta and mainland Spain packages at Southend airport
EasyJet adds more routes and packages to its base at Southend ahead of its return to the Essex airport next spring
Portuguese ground handlers to walk out over late August weekend
Ground handling workers will down tools between 31 August and 1 September over pay and working conditions
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Norway to target high-end travellers in UK as part of landmark initiative
The tourist office is keen to highlight its high end offering and attract more luxury operators to feature the country
The new boutique resort in Turkey where a family holiday is child's play
Bijal in Antalya is proving to be a game-changer for families seeking to re-inject fun into their lives
New sleeper rail service to connect the UK with Venice in 24 hours
Starting 5 February, twice-weekly services will connect Brussels to Venice, opening up the prospect of a 24-hour single-change journey from the UK to Italy
Top 5: The luxury properties agents should have on their radar
Our weekly round-up of the best five-star properties in the UK and abroad is back.
Extinction Rebellion calls for ‘immediate end to the cruise industry’ as new ship targeted
Royal Caribbean International’s Serenade of the Seas has become the latest cruise ship to be targeted by climate activists across northern Europe this summer
The luxury travel booking trends for 2025 agents need to know
Solo female travel, China and VIP access are just some of the things luxury advisors need to prioritise
Abta seeking ‘pragmatic solutions’ as EU confirms start date for new border rules
EU home affairs commissioner Ylva Johansson has confirmed the EU’s new biometric border checks will take effect from 10 November, with its proposed new visa waiver scheme to follow in 2025