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Kuoni parent snaps up family-run villa specialist Solmar
Der Touristik UK plans to make Solmar’s 1,600+ villas available to book through all 27 Kuoni stores, and has pledged to grow the brand into ‘the largest villa operator out of the UK’
Nearly a quarter of Brits planning to holiday before Easter this year
23% of UK holidaymakers are planning a holiday between January and April – a boost for agents heading into peaks
Tui launches 'extra thank you' incentives to boost trade sales
The incentives run for five weeks starting from 22 December, with direct communications being sent to agents in the build-up to Christmas
Which? blasts lack of basics in many all-inclusive packages
Which? Travel criticises all-inclusive hotel extras, saying clients can spend hundreds of pounds a week on things that should be included
The dos and don'ts of selling airport lounges
Use lounge passes to add value to clients’ itineraries, but choose them wisely – here are selling tips and the latest news to help you sell this add-on
How an Iberostar Majorca fam showcased the impact of sustainability
Iberostar Hotels & Resorts curated a special sustainability-themed fam for a group of TTG Sustainable Travel Ambassadors in Majorca
Shop floor success: agency managers reveal the secrets to making 'clients for life'
Five Hays Travel branch managers reveal their secrets and learnings to ensure their travel agency clients receive the best service so they keep coming back.
Bulgaria relieved of best-value ski resort title for first time in a decade
Italy’s Bardonecchia beats Borovets to claim the title of the Post Office’s best-value adult ski resort, while a new entry in Bosnia and Herzegovina was named the most cost-effective ski retreat for families
Tui launches new booking tools to independent agents to boost peaks sales
Ahead of the peaks booking period, Tui is giving agents the tools to sell its products to customers
How to send your clients on a Silk Road adventure
Uzbekistan has a captivating touristic arsenal of ancient architecture and authentic cultural experiences – we explore this up-and-coming Central Asian destination.
Latin Routes releases first trade brochure in four years
The Truly Individual Holidays to Latin America brochure explores the ’vibrant cultures, breathtaking landscapes and rich cultures of Latin America’
Take two minutes to brush up your touring and adventure knowledge
We look at new offerings sure to excite your adventure-seeking clients, from exploring Mayan temples by e-bike to cruising down the Nile under sail.
Belmond unveils hotel, train and boat plans for 2024
Belmond is looking ahead to what it describes as a “year of transformation”, with launches, expansions and celebrations on the agenda
Q&A: Phil Shipman, Cosmos Tours and Globus Journeys
TTG catches up with sales director Shipman, who joined the escorted touring specialists in September and is responsible for both brands’ trade relations
City break goals: making Amsterdam toddler-friendly
For the culture-starved parents of a problematic napper, could a city break by Eurostar prove the perfect solution?
'What I learned booking my own destination wedding'
Wotton Travel agent Rachel Ball used her expertise as an agent to book her own wedding in the Caribbean to husband Matthew – she shares their story with us. 
Brits ready to take multiple holidays next year and up their spend
Nearly six in 10 Brits will look to book at least three holidays next year, according to Luxury Escapes, with popular extravagances including flight and room upgrades, and fine dining
Former ITC sports specialist launches trade-friendly sports and experience operator
Alex Catton has launched Vedere Travel to the trade, offering sports travel, experiences, ticketing and concierge services
Tui hails ‘double-digit’ rise in independent agent sales since trade push
In recent weeks, Tui has grown its trade sales team to 17, offered agents improved commercial terms and boosted call centre support
Tui reveals first location for new upmarket hotel brand
Recently-acquired five-star resort in Zanzibar will be the first to operate under Tui’s new The Mora moniker
Agents shouldn’t fear selling river cruises, says Uniworld UK boss
According to Townson, agents need to take advantage of the opportunities presented by the river cruises market
Advantage Travel Partnership sets aim to double cruise members next year
According to newly-appointed senior commercial manager Jonny Peat, the number of Latitude members will go up to 600 over the next year
Classic Collection strengthens trade links with agent-only website
Login details will be rolled out to all agent partners by the end of the month, Classic Collection has said
Olympic Holidays adds new Greek island and Olympus Riviera for 2024
Bookings will start from £1,439 for a seven-night stay in Milos while a week-long holiday in the Olympus Riviera will be from £968 per person