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MSC Cruises urges consumers to discover cruising 'in a conscious way' in new ad
The ’For a greater beauty’ campaign will air in more than 30 countries, including the UK on Channel 5 and video on demand
The villa holidays revolution: what it means for agents
In the space of a few weeks, the villas industry saw the closure of one operator followed by a major acquisition and, from a smaller player, a switch to a trade focus
Travel Counsellors achieves two record sales days in a row as peaks bookings soar

Tuesday (9 January) and Wednesday (10 January) entered the agency’s top 10 best sales days in the company’s history. 


The homeworking giant has made 14 bookings over £50,000 this month, while 26 TCs have achieved total sales of more than £100,000. One TC has made an £84,000 booking this month. 


TC Heather Lee, who has 24 years’ experience, said: “I have already achieved 50% of my last January sales in the first week, with much more on my desk. 

FCDO updates travel advice to Middle East after Yemen air strikes
Foreign Office warns of potential “short notice” changes in advice to nearby destinations
Iceland’s Blue Lagoon reopens after two-month closure
The geothermal facility has confirmed all operational units are now open to the public, with operating hours adjusted to between 11am and 8pm
Villa specialist to work more closely with agents after securing Atol
A mainly direct-sell villa brand has pledged to up its trade engagement after moving into the package market
The South Africa Sisterhood tour that's a perfect fit for 'chatty' women
Purpose-led travel specialist Themba Travel is looking for agents to help sell a unique tour, that’s been designed by women, for women.
Silversea to disembark passengers to avoid Red Sea ports amid rising tensions
The line is in the process of organising flights home for the passengers impacted by its decision
Faroe Islands carrier to launch Gatwick flights
The Faroe Islands’ Atlantic Airways will fly to Gatwick this summer, it has confirmed
Alex Delamere-White confirmed as HX chief commercial officer
The announcement comes as part of the expedition travel provider’s rebrand, which started late last year
Big three operators on a firm footing as they detail 2024 ambitions
Tui, easyJet holidays and Jet2 have had their books examined, and the results give us an idea of how 2023 went, and what to expect in 2024
Celebrity Cruises to push premium message to trade in new programme
The line will launch a new marketing educational programme for trade marketers working at cruise-selling agencies later this month
Riviera boosts trade team with key account manager appointment
Lloyd Morris said he was looking forward to “supporting trade partners in growing their Riviera sales”
Visit Florida Showcase
We are thrilled to introduce to the brand new Visit Florida Showcase, hosted by TTG Media online 21-22 February. Featuring market insight, product news and top tips for selling the Sunshine State – Register for free today!
Travel consultancy TTC earns B Corp status
Travel Trade Consultancy joins the likes of TTG Media, Intrepid and Inside Travel Group
Icon of the Seas arrives at homeport ahead of debut sailing
The world’s largest cruise ship will operate Caribbean itineraries calling into Royal’s private island – Perfect Day at CocoCay – in The Bahamas
Abta seeks views on new college travel training courses
Abta members will have until 31 January to respond to the survey, the body said on Thursday (11 January)
New flight routes to watch in 2024 and beyond
From exciting new routes to post-pandemic revivals, here are the flight paths that should be on your radar this year.
The Homeworker: ‘Homeworking doesn’t equate to alone-working’
Out of This World consultant Ben Casey shares his tips on how not to go it alone in the world of a homeworker travel agent
Flood-hit agencies report mixed sales performance following ‘back-to-back’ storms
Just as agencies were putting the finishes touches to their peaks plans, the country was hit by two storms in the space of a few days
Judges assemble for TTG Luxury Travel Awards 2024
Leading luxury retailers and luxury travel suppliers will begin judging the TTG Luxury Travel Awards 2024 next week
Citalia shares top 10 spots and expert tips for selling Italy
Italy specialist Citalia has published a destination guide detailing key selling points and sharing its top places for a holiday in the country.
A&K plans to launch new-build vessel on Nile next year
The luxury tour operator will add to its Nile-based river fleet in autumn 2025
Hays Travel acquires Holiday with Us
Hays acquisition marks the first of 2024 following on from Just Go Travel and Travel House last year.