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Borgo Pignano: The luxury Tuscan retreat that takes guests 'back in time'
The historic Borgo Pignano has become one of Italy’s finest retreats over the past few years.
Air Transat to ramp up Glasgow-Toronto flights this summer
Daily flights will run from 20 May to October, representing an increase from two flights a week in the airline’s winter schedule, the carrier said
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The signs pointing towards another record Alaska season
With cruise lines reporting record-breaking sales for Alaska, make sure you’re equipped to sell this epic wilderness, beloved of adventurers.
On the Beach poised for ‘biggest summer ever’ thanks to Ryanair deal
The OTA’s total transaction value (TTV) for this summer is running 22% above last year’s levels as a result of deal with low-cost carrier
'The Balearics street drinking rules are a classic government own goal – and totally unworkable'
’Local police in San Antonio have enough to do over a busy summer tackling real crime; these headlines paint a picture of swat teams swooping on innocent tourists sipping a can of beer in the evening heat,’ writes Ibiza local Martin Makepeace for TTG
Agency's retail chief recalls 'surreal' Jeff Goldblum encounter at Baftas
Goldblum was walking the red carpet at the Baftas on Sunday (12 May) where he met with some of the agents invited by sponsor P&O Cruises
Captivating Cuba's demise 'should be a wake-up call to government' – Aito
Chair Chris Rowles urges ministers need to ensure the views of the specialist tour operator community are heard following the failure of one of the association’s members
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Luxury shoulder season travel on the rise, new trends report reveals
An increased number of luxury travellers are booking outside of peak holiday time, according to research by Globetrender
Industry spotlight: ‘This is how we look after our mental health’
These are the actions that some of our mental health champions in the travel industry have taken to improve their own wellbeing, in addition to supporting their colleagues.
Balearics introduces street drinking ban as part of responsible tourism push
People caught drinking alcohol in public in specific zones in Majorca and Ibiza are at risk of being fined up to €1,500 (£1,300)
Abta launches PR blitz to support trade through summer lates market
The campaign features radio adverts, a multi-channel social media push, a consumer competition and a dedicated page on Abta’s website
Short watch: Barut Hotels In The Spotlight
Hear about Barut Hotels’ two new investments for 2024 – Barut Goia and Anda Barut Collection – and find out why your clients will love the group’s new location in Didim.
Captivating Cuba ceases trading as Atol holder after more than 25 years
CAA confirms failure of Stevenage-based Cuba specialist
Meet the 2024 TTG Sustainable Travel Ambassadors in training
TTG is proud to introduce the 20 agents who have joined the 2024 TTG Sustainable Travel Ambassadors programme
How and why B Corp is helping travel build trust and gear up for change
Byway Travel and Exodus Adventure Travels are the latest Travel by B Corp members giving TTG an insight into their credentials
Tui, easyJet holidays and Travel Counsellors named among UK's best places to work
The operators and homeworking agency are among the 500 companies listed in the Sunday Times’ 2024 Best Places to Work directory, along with the UK’s largest OTA and several other travel and tourism businesses
Seabourn names Tom Andrews as Wendy Lahmich's successor
The luxury line’s new UK and EMEA sales director is due to officially start his new role ’in midsummer’ once Lahmich leaves the business
Travel's wave of change on animal welfare: a long overdue step change?
After easyJet holidays, Jet2holidays recently became the latest operator to stop selling captive dolphin and whale attractions, and pressure is mounting on those who still do. Gary Noakes reports
A-Rosa unveils new trade incentive to help agents ‘get under product's skin’
Twenty-five agents can win a cabin on selected A-Rosa River Cruises 2024 or 2025 sailings as part of the line’s largest-ever trade incentive
Beverley Travel puts pen to paper on second branch en route home from TTG Top 50 win
The Yorkshire agency secured the branch in Hedon when travelling home from the TTG Top 50 awards in Manchester last month
Princess's UK boss: ‘Air lift challenges can be a blocker for cruise customers’
The line is currently finalising scheduled air capacity for its 2025 UK and Europe programme, Princess’s UK and Europe vice-president Eithne Williamson confirmed