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Crystal Ski guests among hundreds evacuated from La Plagne hotel blaze

More than 400 guests, most of them British, were evacuated from a hotel used by Crystal Ski in the French resort of La Plagne following a blaze early on Wednesday

Nick Hughes, Premier Holidays, APT: all the latest travel trade people moves

Recent moves see a familiar face return to Not Just Travel, and new roles for two senior leaders at small-ship cruise line Azamara

Italy's national rail firm launches €1 billion bid to challenge Eurostar

Avanti West Coast co-owner FS Italiane Group has partnered with Spanish start-up Evolyn with a view to launching high-speed rail services between London and Paris from 2029

Gatwick facing Easter strike action as ground staff plan walkout

Gatwick ground handling staff are set to strike at Easter in a dispute over pensions and working conditions, with a handful of airlines likely to be affected

Agent reveals fam-inspired 'add-on' that made £100,000 safari booking

Mark Davidson of Oasis Portfolio reveals how he sold the Kenya trip to a longtime customer who had previously taken more straightforward holidays.

'Disappointing' package travel shake-up 'a missed opportunity for meaningful reform' – Aito

Aito has said the proposed changes to the Package Travel Regulations do not go far enough in alleviating the industry of some of its regulatory burdens, while Abta is more welcoming

Package travel back on government agenda as industry views sought on revised reforms

The government has proposed changes to insolvency protection and Linked Travel Arrangements in its reform of the EU’s Package Travel Regulations, opening a three-month consultation period

'An extra £20,000 a year': agents count the cost as Budget measures take effect

Adjustments to National Insurance, minimum wage and business rates may mean smaller agencies feel the pinch, with larger travel businesses able to absorb the cost

Watch: Wheelchair-friendly AND luxury? Inside the top Irish hotel making five-star accessible

With its exceptional staff and spacious layout, Anantara The Marker Dublin proves hotels don’t need to compromise on luxury to accommodate guests like my brother.

Lack of aircraft means higher air fares set to continue, industry warned

Leading aviation lawyer tells Abta Aviation Forum the lack of supply of new aircraft and leased alternatives mean consumers will face high air fares for some time to come yet

Not Just Travel, Advantage, Carnival: all the latest travel trade people moves

Recent moves see a familiar face return to Not Just Travel, and new roles for two senior leaders at small-ship cruise line Azamara

Jet2 chief: Luton base launch opens up ‘whole new catchment’ for ‘loyal agents’

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays boss Steve Heapy has played down any crossover between its existing Stansted base and its newly launched Luton base

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025: The art of selling responsible travel (without the “S” word)

Promoting positive-impact tourism doesn’t always have to be centred around the word "sustainable” - for some travellers, it might even be a turn-off. Hear creative ideas for marketing responsible travel experiences without overusing the "S" word – from celebrating local culture to showcasing community-driven projects, this session will help you connect with clients in an engaging way without focusing solely on environmental impact.

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025: Ethical wildlife tourism – guiding responsible choices

Offering advice on wildlife tourism can present a tricky - and at times contentious - issue for agents. This session will help you be able to confidently steer customers toward responsible wildlife experiences, avoiding pitfalls and covering key ethical considerations.

easyJet holidays' new routes, summer availability and Unpacked Fam In The Spotlight

Discover the latest exciting updates from easyJet holidays – including several new routes

Limitless Travel secures £6.5 million investment to fuel expansion plans

Limitless Travel has secured a multi-million pound investment, with plans to take the brand to US consumers and offer more product to existing UK customers

Agent lands ‘last-minute’ £110,000 French villa booking with string quartet and open-air cinema

A top agent secured a six-figure booking for a French rental villa – with just less than a month’s notice to plan.

In partnership with onefinestay, the luxury travel advisor worked diligently to organise a family holiday for seven nights with a strict set of criteria.

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025: Agent training with easyJet holidays

easyJet holidays delivers a snappy 15-minute presentation detailing their sustainable destinations, products and experiences available to your customers.

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025: Agent training with Iberostar

Iberostar delivers a snappy 15-minute presentation detailing their sustainable destinations, products and experiences available to your customers.

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025: Agent training with Intrepid

Intrepid travel delivers a snappy 15-minute presentation detailing their sustainable destinations, products and experiences available to your customers.

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025:Meet the sustainable destinations leading the way

Hear from destinations setting the standards on sustainable tourism, balancing the needs of travellers, local communities and the environment. Hear about the innovation taking place and gain a deeper understanding of how to communicate this good work to customers.

The Chancery Rosewood accepting reservations ahead of autumn debut

The ultra-luxury brand will open its second London property in Mayfair later this year.

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025: Choosing responsible suppliers... and asking the right questions

How can travel agents ensure the suppliers they partner with are genuinely offering sustainable and responsible experiences? This session will explore key areas to consider – from understanding a supplier’s environmental impact, to evaluating their ethical working practices. We’ll guide you through conversation starters to help you make more informed choices for customers.

TTG Sustainability Festival 2025: Positive steps: making sustainable changes in your business

Explore practical steps to run your businesses more sustainably - whether in your shop, office, or daily operations. This session will cover simple yet effective changes, as well as how to engage your teams and colleagues in the sustainability journey to drive a culture of environmental responsibility.