Operators

'At Intrepid Travel, we use our B Corp status as proof of action, not just as a label'

Writing for TTG as we enter B Corp Month, Intrepid Travel’s global B Corp impact manager Rochelle Turner explains how the operator proposes to take its purpose-led mission further, and why certification is far more than ’just a label’

Inside Travel Group launches Agent Insider programme with £25,000 trip incentive

’We’re prepared to put our money where our mouth is,’ said head of trade sales Gabo Quiros, with the group also offering 10 agent places on InsideJapan small group tours

EasyJet holidays to support Manchester-Cape Verde launch with agent fam places

Five agent fam places up for grabs with year-round holiday departures starting from 28 October

Gatwick second runway approved in principle but final decision deferred to autumn

Transport secretary Heidi Alexander has granted provisional permission for Gatwick airport to bring its standby runway into daily use, but a final decision will now be made in the autumn

Virtuoso boosts UK membership as part of global footprint expansion

The luxury travel network has welcomed four new UK agencies since 2024.

Norse Atlantic to offer fewer destinations after another year of losses

The low-cost long-haul outfit, formed out of the ashes of Norwegian Air’s long-haul operation, plans to lease out four aircraft to an Indian carrier resulting in it being able to serve fewer destinations from the UK

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.

Tui accused of violating its own animal welfare policy by selling attraction with pregnant orca

World Animal Protection (WAP) raised concerns after it discovered Morgan, Loro Parque’s only female orca, was still participating in shows this month even though she is heavily pregnant

Gold Medal brands launch fam trip hub for agents to share knowledge

Gold Medal and dnata UK B2B brands have launched an online hub for agents to share their experiences of fam trips

Time-poor youngsters turning to agents to book TikTok-inspired trips, says Tui boss

Tui Group CEO Sebastian Ebel reveals what he’s learned about younger people’s holiday purchasing habits from his own children

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

Netflix and Amazon Prime 'inspiring Tui's differentiated product strategy'

Chief executive Sebastian Ebel says being able to guarantee the quality of its product was giving the operating ’one big advantage’ over rivals like Jet2holidays and easyJet holidays

Tui to take on Ticketmaster with new app deal

Tui has struck a deal with entertainment ticket and activity specialist Fever, targeting customers looking for things to do at weekends

Strikes set to disrupt flights to Italy and Greece this week

Pilots and air traffic controller strikes in Italy and Greece will take industrial action next week, disrupting services from the UK

Govt 'seeking reciprocal overseas worker deal with EU'

Sir Keir Starmer is reportedly drawing up plans to offer the EU a youth worker programme deal, meaning travel firms can post seasonal workers overseas again

US warned its airports won't cope with 'mega decade' of sporting events

Country’s airports not ready for ’Thanksgiving-like travel extremes’ ahead of next year’s Fifa World Cup and the 2028 Olympics, warns the US Travel Association

Explore Worldwide teams up with International Rail to offer flight-free breaks

The deal is part of Explore Worldwide’s ongoing focus on sustainability and providing customers with greener travel options

Abta reinstates Baldwins Travel membership as agency appeals expulsion

Baldwins Travel has had its Abta membership reinstated pending an appeal after the association began an investigation into its finances

APT, Oceania, Jules Verne: all the latest travel trade people moves

Recent moves include a new, permanent role for a TTG 30 Under 30 alumnus, and a return for an experienced travel trade pro. Elsewhere, a river line and touring firm is looking for a new BDM

Jet2 predicts 10% profit lift, but warns of pressure on margins in coming year

Jet2 says it is on course for an 8-10% increase in profits this year, but has also warned its next financial year – beginning as the summer season commences – could see a squeeze on margins

How agents can get VIP tickets for sold-out events – no membership needed

Go Privilege specialises in premium packages for concerts and sporting events.

Luxury operator Captain’s Choice to step up UK travel trade presence

Australian firm hopes to work with luxury travel agents to sell its escorted tours

Noel Josephides: ‘What damage is travel's relentless pursuit of growth doing?’

‘We’re all rushing to find answers to travel’s emissions problem – so would the best solution not be to moderate growth?’ writes Sunvil chair Noel Josephides for TTG

‘People are surprised when I tell them what I do,’ says 30 Under 30 star

Helen Paddock was selected for TTG 30 Under 30 2024 after impressing judges with her speedy rise up the aviation ranks.