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Top 5: The best luxury hotels advisors need to know this week
Our roundup of this week’s best luxury properties is back.
Top 5: The luxury hotels and resorts to wow your clients with this week
Our lineup of this week’s best five-star hotel news is back with plenty of inspiration from around the world
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Industry veteran to launch ultra-luxury travel brand after homeworking success
Opulenta will focus exclusively on high-end, bespoke travel with a strong emphasis on personalised service
Aqua Expeditions to launch new ship ahead of Africa entry
The luxury cruise line will welcome a new ship to its fleet as part of its expansion into Africa.
Top 5: The hotels and resorts luxury advisors should know this week
Our weekly round-up of the best luxury hotels on the scene is back.
Govt review backs plans to equip CAA with powers to fine airlines
Fears of massive discounting recede as package prices 'hold'
High prices appear to have put some agents’ clients off last-minute getaways this summer, while others have been prepared to pay the premium for some sun following the Euros, the general election and amid the coolest summer for nearly a decade
Thomas Cook boss spells out ambitions for brand under new owner
Thomas Cook boss spells out ambitions for brand under new owner
Thomas Cook will expand into new European markets under its new Polish parent, Alan French tells TTG
“It is our goal to reach all those that need a lifeline during these challenging times"
Thomas Cook acquired by Poland's eSky Group
The iconic Cook brand, which was acquired by China’s Fosun Tourism Group in November 2019, will live on under new ownership
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Ryanair ponders return to package market eight years after failed first attempt
The low-cost carrier declined to comment further when approached by TTG, however Michael O’Leary told The Telegraph he ’wouldn’t rule out’ offering package holidays in the future
What drove Michael O'Leary to take on Europe's 'pirate' hordes?
Publicly, Ryanair would appear to have kissed and made up with many of the OTAs it was not so long ago feuding with – so why has chief Michael O’Leary taken them on, and what does Ryanair stand to gain? Gary Noakes reports
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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 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
Crystal Cruises to 'enhance' trade tools following launch of new booking engine
The ultra-luxury cruise line launched its new booking engine on 1 August, two years after it was acquired by A&K Travel Group
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Global Travel Collection launches ‘time-saving’ social media programme for agents 
The platform is designed to help the group’s advisors boost their social media content and find more leads
Government defends Foreign Office stance on Greek fires advice
OTA sector bands together to lobby new govt and 'shape the future of travel'
Online Travel UK says it will collaborate with government, policymakers and regulators to advocate for an ’innovative, competitive and consumer-centric travel and tourism industry’
Luxury agent shares tips for homeworkers to find high-net-worth clients
The luxury travel group actively helps its agents to connect with high-spending customers.
Top 5: The luxury hotels agents must know about this week
These gorgeous properties are bound to impress your clients.
Top 5: The luxury hotels agents need to know about this week
Our new weekly list of luxury hotels-to-watch has officially dropped, giving agents quick-fix ideas on what to share with clients.
Exsus names top luxury agents for 2024 at London awards ceremony
The luxury operator says agents remain integral to its success as trade sales continue to grow
How an app-led start-up caught the eye of agency giant Hays Travel
My Kind of Cruise founder Sefton Monk tells TTG he is keen to ’scale up’ and grow the business he launched with David Rowlinson in 2022 following investment from Hays Travel
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How to make the most of CRM to boost bookings and client satisfaction
Investing in customer relationship management systems can greatly benefit agents and clients alike.
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Day of Luxury set to return in October combining two favoured events
The event will bring together agents, suppliers and industry experts for a day of networking and panel discussions
Accor launches new loyalty scheme for agents with rewards and sales tools
Hera will replace the hospitality giant’s former platform for advisors, Famous Agents.
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'I made £100k in sales in my first four months as a luxury agent – here's how'
Travelista founder Rebecca Murphy says her use of social media has driven the impressive booking milestone