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Finalists revealed as TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies celebrates 10th year
The Top 50 ceremony will once again take place at Manchester’s Victoria Warehouse, just over the road from the city’s iconic Old Trafford stadium, on Thursday 23 April
Operator creates new global partnerships team to 'deepen' service to agents
The team will continue to build key relationships with travel agents and oversee the launch of a new trade website
Flight Centre Travel Group acquires Iglu ending two-year search for buyer
Iglu chief executive David Gooch will continue to lead the business once the acquisition has been concluded on Thursday (11 December)
This long-haul airline could be one of the best recommendations you give customers
Under the radar of some British travellers, Air New Zealand is one of the best long-haul recommendations you can give your customers
Wider Tui 'eco-system' powers strongest earnings to date despite tough year for European source markets
European travel giant's full-year earnings up 12.6% to €1.46 billion despite dips across its northern region, which includes the UK and Ireland, central region and western region
Travel agent launches fundraising campaign after losing her son
After Dawn Letham unexpectedly lost her son Mark this September, her colleagues rallied round her – and are now helping her raise money to bring comfort to other grieving families
Inside a fam trip to the Caribbean's most 'reliably sunny' island
Six lucky agents joined a five-day TTG Luxury Journey to Aruba to discover what this charming Caribbean island has to offer luxury-loving clients
Dertour outlines Francis Torrilla succession plan with new joint chief executive structure
The company confirmed it anticipates the joint chief executive structure will be in place for a year, with a view to Francis Torrilla retiring towards the end of 2026
UK agencies top Princess Cruises' trade sales rankings during 'amazing year'
Five of the line's eight top-selling agency brands based in the UK, Princess's UK and Europe vice-president Eithne Williamson reveals
TTG launches podcast to meet soaring demand for industry-focused programming

The move follows research with the TTG community, which found almost 90% said they would listen to a TTG podcast.

Unpacked, by TTG, will be hosted fortnightly, featuring guest appearances from familiar faces throughout the trade who will join the TTG editorial team as we dissect and discuss different topics.

Travel agents defy biggest dip in consumer card spending for nearly four years
Spending growth with travel agents outstrips all other sectors to record biggest jump since December 2023, according to new Barclays data
Five ways to sell Porto Sani as the perfect luxury escape for families
With premium family-friendly facilities, resort-wide entertainment and an array of mouthwatering dining experiences, this five-star Greek hotel might just be the ultimate family holiday for your luxury clientele
Faye Anderson promoted to national sales manager role at Cyplon Holidays
Anderson will continue to look after agents in the south, but will also lead on national sales strategy
Portugal's secret gem of a region every luxury agent needs to know
Agents believe the gorgeous region is set to become one of Europe’s most underrated luxury destinations
Travel agent creates cheesy Christmas video to share with her clients

A travel agent has created a festive video to entertain her clients, and raise her profile. Not Just Travel agent Gilly Bachelor enlisted the help of her team – and even clients’ grown-up children – to create what she describes as a “Christmas video that is delightfully ridiculous in all the best ways”.

The 3.5-minute video, called ‘The Christmas Trip Conspiracy’ stars Gilly herself, and a “leading couple” Rhiana and Olly, whose mums are both loyal clients of Gilly Bachelor Travel. 

Seabourn ops chief predicts expedition cruise market will 'level out' despite strong demand
'The industry has reached, not necessarily a saturation level, but a level where no one is building more ships at this point,' said vice-president of operations and planning Robin West
Barrhead Travel names Catherine Finlan as first-ever sales director

Barrhead Travel has created two new director positions, including its first-ever sales director role, growing its senior leadership team to 11.

Catherine Finlan, head of sales for England and Northern Ireland, steps up to the sales director post after celebrating 30 years in the industry.

Finlan's career started on the shopfloor at West Midlands Co-operative Travel; she rose up through the ranks becoming a Thomas Cook regional sales manager in 2016 before joining Barrhead in 2019.

Line to celebrate 130th anniversary with two-night fam trip next year
HX Expeditions first told TTG about plans to host hundreds of agents on 'a statement fam' in May 2025
'This is what we are booking in Latin America right now'
We caught up on Latin America travel trends when Latin Routes gathered its top-performing travel agents together for a gala lunch
Lusso appoints Rachel Healey to newly-created head of business development role
Agent-only tour operator Lusso has hired Healey as part of a long-term strategy to improve its trade relationships
Small ships, big nature experiences: how to sell the Galapagos Islands with Metropolitan Touring
With more than 70 years of experience, Metropolitan Touring has unparalleled knowledge of this enchanting Ecuadorian archipelago, promising an unforgettable adventure for your clients. Here’s what makes it a top choice…
Win a Princess suitcase packed with branded goodies and a £50 gift card
To celebrate our new In The Spotlight video with Princess Cruises, you could win a fantastic branded suitcase filled with extra treats
Advantage chief urges agents to back themselves amid rise of AI
Consortium celebrates members' achievements over the past year at annual Big Celebration Lunch