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A tropical family grand pavilion at Domes Zeen Chania
Why Domes Zeen Chania might just be Crete's coolest secret
Combining family-friendly sophistication with laid-back romantic appeal in an enviable location, meet the Cretan escape with enticing new developments for this summer
Is this the ultimate US beach destination?
Is this the ultimate US beach destination?
Your Florida-bound clients can bank on a top-tier beach experience by incorporating a visit to St. Pete-Clearwater in their itinerary
Great Barrier Reef in crisis: should your clients visit?
One of Australia’s top attractions, the world’s largest coral reef system, needs visitors now more than ever before: here’s how to allay client concerns
'Balkan Holidays lost its way relying on practices from decades ago'
While lamenting its demise, two experts in travel to the region have told TTG the collapse of Balkan Holidays came as a result of a failure to adapt its business model to changing times
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‘LA is always ready to roll out the red carpet’ – how the city is welcoming visitors back

The news images were shocking: large swathes of LA were left reduced to rubble, following 14 separate wildfires that tore through neighbourhoods across from Pacific Palisades to Malibu. A devastating 50,000 acres of land were destroyed, 10,000 people were displaced, and 30 lost their lives as a result of the fires. 

Luxury advisor reveals why he's 'not afraid' of amateur agents
Alex Lavender, founder of Seven Icons Luxury Travel, says his Global Travel Collection membership gives him an advantage over amateur advisors.
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions to enter river cruise market
The initial agreement with Transcend Cruises will run through to at least 2028
Anthony Daniels leaves Hurtigruten after nine years
Ponant 'ready' to host more UK clients with agents now making £2,000 in commission
The French cruise line hosted an intensive seminar as part of its mission to attract more British and Irish passengers
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Ponant boss promises agents ‘exclusive’ port access ahead of UK focus
The French luxury cruise line is expanding its portfolio of destinations as it eyes the British and Irish market. 
What made Richard Branson change his mind about Saudi Arabia?
Sir Richard Branson tells TTG he believes the time is right for Virgin Atlantic to start flying to the kingdom, despite its human rights record. Here’s why...
US flag, feb24, credit: David Dibert/Pexels
US bookings ‘steady’ says Visit USA despite Donald Trump factor
Visit USA says cost, not Trump, is a potential barrier in visiting the US following first-quarter responses from agents and operators
Wizz Air has restarted its Luton-Tel Aviv service
Virgin Atlantic axes Heathrow-Tel Aviv route but retains El Al codeshare
Carrier’s flights to Israel’s second city won’t resume later this year as planned
Freebird will offer new Antalya flight options, opening up Turkey's southern coast (Credit: Nihat Sinan Erul/Unsplash)
New Turkish carrier to start serving Antalya from Gatwick this summer
Another budget Antalya option has emerged, with flights starting mid-June
Spain and Portugal scramble to restore travel links following mass power outage
Some 185 flights due to depart Portugal on Monday (28 April) were cancelled, and 205 from Spain, amid the blackout
Donald Trump's first 100 days: what effect has he had on travel?
One hundred days into Donald Trump’s second term as US president, we explore the repercussions for the travel sector
Lorraine Adams stands down as Sandals and Beaches BDM after nearly 25 years
’Lorraine dedicated almost 25 years to our brands and we’re incredibly grateful for her hard work, determination and fun vibrant personality," said Sandals and Beaches UK sales and marketing representative Unique Vacations
European ministers agree phased approach to new biometric border rules
The European Commission said the EES will be rolled out over a six-month period to avoid teething problems, but has not set a new date for the launch
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Operators target Balkan Holidays customers affected by UK closure
The specialist tour operator on Thursday (24 April) announced it was closing down its UK operation on Thursday after nearly 60 years
The local hero who fixed Dubrovnik’s overcrowding problem
Agents no longer need to discourage clients from travelling here as the mayor tells TTG how he’s restoring the city’s damaged reputation
The TTG Riviera Fest fam trip will visit Morocco. Photo credit: Balate Dorin
Second TTG Riviera Fest to focus on touring and offer Morocco fam trip
TTG Riviera Fest will return for its second year from 9-13 June with panel discussions, masterclasses and training focusing on the operator’s European and worldwide escorted tours.
‘We were on the verge of complete meltdown’: Branson tears into Trump's tariff war
’He [Trump] is in danger of doing so much damage in the world,’ said Virgin Atlantic chair Sir Richard Branson as the carrier touched down in Riyadh for the first time
Hit the heights – a new way to escape in Sri Lanka’s tea country
Uga Halloowella has opened in Sri Lanka’s iconic Central Highlands and TTG Luxury was one of the first to take a look
South Korea's Seoul to join Virgin Atlantic's network next spring
Daily Heathrow-Seoul service to go on sale on 14 May with first flights departing in late-March 2026