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Homeworker Jenny Jackson was diagnosed with vascular dementia in 2022
‘I have vascular dementia but I’m determined to keep selling holidays’
Jenny Jackson quickly realised that she ’absolutely loved travel’ after unexpectedly joining the industry in her late 40s, however some 27 years later she is wondering how long she can continue to sell holidays
Alcohol-free club for agents to shake up industry networking
It’s time for the travel industry to start accommodating non-drinkers, says Theo Hitchcock, regional MyLER manager for UK and Northern Europe at Little Emperors. 
Top agent plans epic 70-day no-fly trip from Belfast to China
The journey took 70 days and included nine legs.
Luxury agent's clever strategy for staying in touch with clients year-round
Emily Grace has launched a luxury wellness agency that plans more than just holidays for health-conscious travellers. 
Agent ‘blown away’ by client’s souvenir after whirlwind India itinerary
Luxury travel advisor Victoria Bebb says she is keen to continue working with British artist Jemma Powell following the success of the trip. 
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Travel agents to be given 'tools for success' through new initiative
The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) has announced a new initiative – called Together in Travel – which aims with the support of several leading founding members to help travel agencies succeed in the global travel industry
Agent's ‘perfect’ place for finding family clients after winning TTG Luxury award
Claire Masse of Frangipani Holidays shares her top marketing insights after winning New Travel Designer of the Year at the TTG Luxury Travel Awards 2025. 
Carrier names top agents ahead of Retreat 2025
The luxury tour operator recognised 30 trade partners at its annual awards ceremony in London on Thursday.
It's time to put agents over influencers: ‘We're selling, not inspiring’
Lotte Gossage is determined to support agents with her exclusive network, Hotel Fam Club.
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Gold Medal unveils fam trip 'hub' with exclusive offers for agents
The UK tour operator is continuing to invest in trade education after hosting more than 200 agents across 35 fam trips last year.
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Beachcomber and Exoticca team up with ex-A&K head of agency sales' new venture
Richard Hey has revealed he has set up his own B2B representation company after leaving Abercrombie & Kent UK last week
Winners crowned at TTG Luxury Travel Awards 2025
Oasis Portfolio of Luxury Travel, Panache Cruises and Grecotel scooped two trophies apiece and the founders of Black Tomato were honoured for their industry contribution at the TTG Luxury Travel Awards 2025
'Hybrid' agency Experience It Now Travel targets 100 more homeworkers in 2025
The Sussex-based agency took on more than 100 homeworkers in 2024, and hopes to repeat the feat this year while also growing its retail estate
Three trends agents can – and should – look out for heading into spring
As another frenetic peaks draws to a close, TTG’s Ilaria Grasso Macola explores some of the trends that have shaped the trade’s busiest sales period of the year – and could shape their fortunes for the rest of the year
Homeworking agency opens first retail store with ‘sentimental’ backstory
Travology Travel has announced the Yorkshire agency as the first retail store in its collection. 
Agents hail Grecotel as client expectations for luxury European trips rise
Elite advisors praised the Greek hotel brand for meeting the standards of their customers during an exclusive lunch event. 
Agents: your chance to be heard and be paid as part of the TTG Insights Panel
TTG Media has launched its Insights Panel for all travel agents to share their views to help their businesses succeed and be paid for their opinions and expertise
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Cunard reveals first wave of 2025 educational opportunities for agents
The luxury line expects more than 250 agents to benefit from one of the ship visits or fam trips on offer and plans to announce more ship visits in autumn this year
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Sani-Ikos group to boost support for agents with trade-focused hiring spree
Six new roles have been created to support travel agents and tour operators
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Winged Boots to open first retail shop after record year
The luxury travel agency is looking for three new advisors to join the team at its Shenfield store this May.
Travel agent shares Covid qualification that has clients 'going wild'
Karen Simmonds of Travel Matters decided to upskill during the pandemic to enhance her agency’s experience offerings
How agents can get VIP tickets for sold-out events – no membership needed 
Go Privilege specialises in premium packages for concerts and sporting events.
Abbie Heaton: ‘None of our agents have targets – making money is in their DNA’
Blue Bay Travel group manager explains the group’s laissez-faire approach to how its homeworkers go about their business to TTG’s Harry Kemble
InteleTravel agent repeats clever sales trick to land three more group bookings worth €600,000
The new sales come after Dublin-based Lucille Furlong made a booking for 234 people earlier this year, which included members of the Star Struck Dance Academy