Opinion

‘Why firms should watch their language this International Women’s Day’

It’s a good time to remember that words have implications and – crucially – can also still be a personal and professional barrier to women

Sophie Griffiths: ‘Travel must stand strong and united as coronavirus bites’

The sector must unite in presenting the facts, not the fiction, to regain client confidence

Derek Moore: 'Travel, if correctly delivered, can be a force for good'

Aito chairman reflects on the launch of the association’s climate think tank: ’We cannot claim to have all the answers, but we do wish to be part of the solution’

'The more you travel, the more you forget what’s on your doorstep'

’A domestic break might still take some selling, but get it right and your customers may well discover somewhere they never knew they loved’

Pata chair: ‘Interest in Asia Pacific region holding firm despite coronavirus’

Pata chairman says customers continue to show interest in Australia, New Zealand, Bali, Thailand and Vietnam holidays

John Sullivan: 'The truth behind the networking photos'

John Sullivan of Advantage Travel encourages everyone to attend industry events

Balearics' drinking rules 'will force tourism model change'

The government believes the islands will remain a welcoming destination for British holidaymakers

Sophie Griffiths: Why does the government consistently undervalue tourism?

The overall contribution to the UK economy from outbound travel was £37.1 billion last year

Tony Mann: 'Don’t undercut the agency down the road'

Are we missing the reality of what’s happening on our doorstep?

Sophie Griffiths: 'Could airline protections make the playing field more uneven?'

The unpleasant irony would be if these reforms only succeeded in making the playing field more uneven

Derek Jones: ‘Flying only works when we follow the rules – so why allow excessive drinking?’

On a plane full of hundreds of people, the consequences of excessive drinking can be truly catastrophic

Alex Kaluzny: ‘Far out’ AI booking coming to business travel

The need for business travel and face-to-face interactions will increase as 5G rolls out in 2020

‘Like it or not, you're going to get more questions about eco-friendly travel’

We all got bored of it, but as we enter the new decade, another wartime slogan: “Is your journey really necessary?” may be ringing in our ears. The phrase was used to deter civilians from travelling by train, allowing troops and supplies to be prioritised.

Seventy-five years on, it’s a question some consumers are beginning to ask as the era of flight shaming begins.

Mark Tanzer: ‘A no-deal Brexit remains a possibility’

It could be that Abta will need to return to no-deal messaging for members and customers

Sophie Griffiths: 'The travel industry shouldn’t be expected to meet sustainability challenges alone'

2020 seems to be the year discussions are turning to actions for travel

Richard Dixon: 'In an era of fake news, earning trust is essential'

The director of Holidaysplease with his take on the importance of trust

Brexit day: Travel leaders discuss the dawn of a new age

As the UK leaves the EU and withdrawal negotiations begin, travel leaders share their thoughts

Steven Freudmann: 'After Brexit, we must demonstrate need for openness'

’Wrong doesn’t become right simply because it has a majority in the House of Commons,’ says ITT chairman Steven Freudmann

Sophie Griffiths: Celebrating the best with new travel awards by TTG

The Travel Industry Awards by TTG will showcase the very best of the travel trade

Justin Francis: ‘It’s about time polluters paid their way’

The Committee on Climate Change’s recommendation to tax greenhouse gas-emitting industries to help achieve a net zero carbon UK is a welcome step says Responsible Travel chief executive Justin Francis

Boeing 737 Max: ‘Where do we go from here?’

When a company repeatedly says one thing and another happens, confidence drains away from airlines, explains aviation analyst John Grant

Lisa McAuley: ‘The worst thing you can do is nothing’

The new norm for the world is we live and operate in uncertain times

Martin Makepeace: 'Balearics must tackle other issues besides anti-social drinking'

Jury out as to whether this is a serious initiative or just political rhetoric that won’t be enforced, says Ibiza Property Shop MD Martin Makepeace

'If a country has a poor human rights record, should we still holiday there?'

Cuba and Dubai are two examples of countries where tourism has been a positive force for change. Gary Noakes looks at whether Saudi Arabia could be about to go through the same transformation