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Why agents need to sell this up-and-coming gem of the UK
The UK seaside resort that should be on agents’ radar with new hotels, activities, golf and gourmet distractions aplenty
‘I joined a really wild fam with Intrepid and here's what I learnt’

A little scream from up ahead disturbs the quiet, as a black and yellow tail slithers into the undergrowth.

It’s pitch black, except for our head torches and we have a nervous giggle, there’s something about a night walk that heightens the senses.

We’ve dodged fire ants and scorpions, found frogs who bark like dogs, geckos, and bright green rat snakes. We are on a two-day trek in the heart of Borneo’s rainforest.

First luxury sleeper train in England and Wales makes maiden journey
The Britannic Explorer, a Belmond Train, will make its inaugural trip on 21 July, marking a significant milestone for luxury rail travel in the UK.
Doubling Esta fee to $40 'a self-imposed tariff', warns US tourism chief
The US Electronic System for Travel Authorization, or Esta, is set to increase from a current $21 to $40
Crete 'ready to welcome visitors as normal' following wildfire
Around 1,500 tourists and residents were evacuated late last week owing to a fire in the Ierapetra region
Tui launches 2026/27 winter programme with new Lapland alternative and 'value' pledge
Three new concept hotels, new routes to Turkey and Egypt, extra short-, mid- and long-haul capacity and trips to Arctic Lakeland among additions
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The best Fourth of July celebrations in the US

Every Fourth of July, you’re guaranteed a party in the United States, but for those who like to plan ahead, next year will be the 250th anniversary of American Independence, and so in 2026 the traditional Independence Day celebrations will scaled up like never before. Here’s a guide to the best places to start researching for your clients. 

Norse Atlantic takes 'bold' step to 'unlock' demand in the north-west for Bangkok route
Norse Atlantic will fly to Bangkok from Manchester this winter, the first time the north-west airport has had a direct connection with Thailand’s capital
Canada's most compelling city is now easier to reach from the UK
If it’s good enough for King Charles, then it’s good enough for your clients. TTG explores Ottawa – now served by Air Canada from Heathrow – during a royal visit
The three things you must include in every itinerary to Kansas City
Celebrated food and music and an authentic welcome await in the heart of America
Youth experience agreement with EU will be capped, minister confirms
The proposed UK/EU Youth Experience Scheme will have a cap on numbers unlike the pre-Brexit youth mobility programme, a minister involved in talks has said.
Hurtigruten's unique offering In The Spotlight
Discover everything you need to know about Hurtigruten’s various voyages, with a chance to win a £100 Lifestyle voucher
Virgin Atlantic commits to Seoul launch despite sales suspension
Virgin Atlantic has paused sales of its new Heathrow-Seoul service due to regulatory issues but says it is committed to the launch date in spring next year
Agent persuades Tui to launch Newquay packages – with Prestwick also benefiting
A Cornish agent has led Tui to launch packages from Newquay with budget flights, while Glasgow Prestwick will also see the operator partner with Ryanair
10 ways to experience Ireland, unrushed
Encourage your clients to slow down, connect with locals and landscapes while experiencing everything the island of Ireland has to offer
Why the world’s most punctual airline teamed up with a little-known destination
AeroMexico celebrated profitability and punctuality at a trade partners lunch event, which also showcased reasons to visit the Mexican state of Chihuahua
Jet2 to launch flights and holidays to fifth Canary island La Palma
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays will offer La Palma for the first time from next summer with two flights a week from Stansted and Manchester to the Canary island
Travel urged to discourage 'high-emission short breaks' and set up climate justice fund
The Travel Foundation has put forward proposals to help tourism combat climate change, including compiling an official list of destinations most at risk and discouraging short breaks, with ideas to be discussed at COP 30 in November
‘This was easily the best fam trip I've been on (and I've done a few!)’

I have sold New Zealand many times in my career, but I’d never had the chance to visit before this educational, so this was more than a reward trip for being a top-selling agent of Audley Travel – it was a dream fulfilled.

As client interest has been growing for ‘bucket-list’ trips, especially among those seeking immersive, scenery-driven travel with a mix of luxury and adventure, it was an opportunity not to be missed and it absolutely exceeded expectations in scale, and wow-factor every step of the way.

Haven’t heard of New Smyrna Beach? Here’s why you should take note
A hidden gem in one of the US’ most popular states, New Smyrna Beach, Florida, is a world away from the mainstream attractions. We round up reasons to suggest it to your clients
Luxury, chaos and culture: why Delhi is the trip clients didn’t know they needed
India’s colourful capital will captivate visitors with its architecture, food and history, but where do you start to plan a memorable itinerary for clients?
SunExpress launches East Midlands and expands at Gatwick, Manchester and in Ireland
Turkey’s SunExpress will make East Midlands its 14th UK and Ireland airport next summer, launching services to Antalya, while adding new services to other existing departure points