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Malaga to host 2026 ITT conference next June
Conference to return to Spain for the first time since 2010 over 8-10 June next year
Too much of a good thing? Is 'luxury' starting to lose its lustre?

Our industry is awash in “luxury". The word, once the exclusive domain of the few, is now being enthusiastically claimed by brands with whom, just a few years ago, you'd never make the association.

When the likes of easyJet holidays launches a "Luxury Collection", or Jet2holidays pushes its "Indulgent Escapes" line, it begs the question – is this democratising the concept for the masses, or simply diluting a once-meaningful term?

Brazil achieves record visitors while wooing responsible travellers
International arrivals break records as tourist board seizes on COP30 to reinforce responsible tourism messaging
On the Beach ordered to remove ‘misleading’ promotions offering free lounge access

The complainant challenged whether the ads omitted significant information and were misleading, understanding that there was a cap on the total number of free airport lounge passes that could be offered.

Travel Counsellor’s advice to newcomers after reaching nearly £1 million in first 12 months
Di Rhodes has shared her top three tips for building a successful franchise after joining the homeworking agency last year
'Ship just got real': Ex-Classic chief Si Morris-Green to lead new cruise offering from On the Beach
Customers will initially be able to book cruise-only fares from three lines, but On the Beach plans to expand the offering in the coming months
'Record numbers' holidaying in Greece's shoulder seasons as country vows continue prioritising sustainable growth
How Greece is prioritising sustainability alongside increasing visitor numbers, as the country’s tourism minister vows to continue investing in regenerative tourism
Destinations that fail to incorporate 'play' into their experiences risk alienating new generation of travellers
Established destinations such as Las Vegas, London and New York, as well as Saudi Arabia's Qiddiya – 'the first city built for play' – warn others to think carefully about new experiences
Celestyal's global sales chief invites agents to host their clients in new Guildford shop
The Greek specialist cruise launched a tour operator – called Celestyal Travel – in July before opening a shop premises to support the new brand in early September
Stress appeal of careers in 'booming' tourism sector to young people, urge tourism ministers
Young people need to be attracted to a career in tourism from an early school age to head off a labour shortage, the WTM ministers’ summit was told on Tuesday
Three Sandals resorts to remain closed until May following Hurricane Melissa
Sandals Resorts and Beaches will begin welcoming guests back to some of its resorts in Jamaica from Saturday 6 December
Oman prepares one of the world's largest caves for tourism as part of diversification push
An enormous underground cave chamber, a geological reserve and a maritime history museum are all being developed in a bid to attract more visitors to the destination
Fifa World Cup and 2028 Olympics could reverse drop in US travel demand, WTM told
The WTM Global Travel Report 2025 reveals international visitor numbers to the US are expected to remain around 15% below 2019 levels this year
Penny Naoum launches consultancy after 'unexpected' departure from Domes Resorts
'When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade', Naoum said of her departure from Domes Resorts
Olympic Holidays to invest in becoming 'one-stop shop' for all agents' needs
Olympic Holidays has set out its strategy for 2026, promising an upgraded booking system, more experiences and new destinations
'We've listened': Kuoni to launch new online platform to agents this month featuring 'AI-powered sales coach'
Kuoni Connect to provide agents tools, offers, learning and 'AI-driven support', as well as new ways to contact the operator – including WhatsApp
Hays Travel’s Kelly Green joins Virgin Voyages as line hails 17% UK growth
Virgin Voyages has strengthened its on-the-ground presence with key appointments across its core international markets
Win a trip to India or Jordan with Explore – including flights
To celebrate our new Explore! In the Spotlight video, one lucky agent will win a fantastic trip either exploring India’s Golden Triangle or journeying through ancient Jordan, along with flights and transfers
Five-star Imperial Island Resort by Louis Hotels to open in Paphos, Cyprus in May 2026
With stylish new interiors, upgraded dining and a thrilling multi-slide waterpark, the Louis Imperial Island Resort is set to dazzle as Paphos’ latest five-star, premium all-inclusive offering
Never considered selling The Bahamas as a long-stay, multi-island escape? Here’s why and how you should
Boasting 16 characterful islands filled with idyllic beaches, vibrant culture and inspiring conservation initiatives, this alluring Caribbean archipelago deserves to be more than a fleeting cruise stopover
'My gut is telling me to hold back': wary agents put plans on hold as chancellor's latest Budget looms
Already feeling the pinch from increased National Insurance costs and a rise in minimum wages, the sector braces for make-or-break Autumn Statement
Ultra-luxury Antarctica operator talks fam trip plans after UK investment
White Desert is on a mission to develop its relationship with the trade in the UK and Europe
Viking's UK sales chief makes play for 'land tour customers' as line names 100th ship
Speaking to TTG, Viking head of sales Neil Barclay hailed the contribution travel agents had made to the Scandinavian's 'continued success'