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Welsh agency Wonky Sheep Travel seeks homeworkers in time for January peaks
The Cardiff agency, which specialises in sport and group travel, plans to recruit up to 10 homeworkers for a new venture
'It's only taken 50 years to learn how to run a business!': Irish agent sells up after canny post-Covid business decision
John Galligan Travel switched to specialise in selling luxury and expedition cruise following the pandemic
Singapore Airlines celebrates London Gatwick route by giving away flights

To take part, enter a PNR with a Singapore Airlines London Gatwick flight code and you and a companion will be in with a chance of flying with the carrier, a certified Skytrax 5-star Airline renowned for the quality of its service the world over. In fact, just this year Singapore Airlines was awarded "World's Best Cabin Crew" at the Skytrax World Airline Awards.

Sports tour operator, agent and Aito stalwart Edwin Doran passes away aged 79
Edwin Doran who founded his eponymous sports tour brand in London's Twickenham in the 1970s
Silver Travel Advisor secures second premises and hints at further retail expansion
Brand expands to Southwell in Nottinghamshire and is seeking more following success of first shop in Sheffield
The travel agent chasing international sporting glory
Scott McCabe is pursuing international honours, playing for Ireland in the upcoming EuroHockey Indoor Championship 2026.
French air traffic controllers push back weekend strike action into October
ATC personnel had been due to walkout over 18-19 September
Crystal unveils plans for supporting agents at invite-only event
The luxury cruise line shared updates on enhancing its booking platform, as well as key customer insights, at its marketing training day on Wednesday. 
‘Advisors must keep abreast of geopolitics’ as luxury travellers’ safety concerns rise
Safety and security are now leading concerns for high-net-worth travellers, according to the latest Virtuoso insights report.
InteleTravel rolls out new ticketing platform allowing agents to package major concerts and events
Homeworking firm has launched a fully-integrated event ticket portal following its Tickitto acquisition
Travel and tourism ministerial merry-go-round continues after Keir Starmer's reshuffle
Six ministers have now held the ministerial post role over the past five years as Chris Bryant bows out
Hays Travel turns to B&Q's algorithm expert to sharpen its AI focus

Hays Travel has recruited a "visionary" AI guru to its board to sharpen its use of data, technology and AI in its operations.

Dr Mohsen Ghasempour, who is chief AI officer at B&Q and Screwfix parent Kingfisher Group, will join Hays as a non-executive director next month.

In his current role, Ghasempour leads on how Kingfisher uses AI and machine learning to drive its brands' customer experience functions.

Kelly Cookes reveals why she ignored the ‘myths’ about InteleTravel after joining from Advantage
Cookes tells TTG she has already heard from several suppliers who want to work with homeworking agency's UK-based agents
‘Building on 2024 was always going to be a challenge’ – so should summer 2025 be cause for celebration, or concern?
Latest TTG and PwC data unpicks lates market trends and consumers' pursuit of value
Azamara's UK boss David Duff to leave line after 17 years and hand over to new global sales chief
The move brings the curtain down on UK and EMEA managing director David Duff's 17-year Azamara career
Ponant promotes 'robust' solos offer and launches new yachting brand to enhance offering to luxury clients
Starting late 2026, the French cruise line will operate 22 ships including new catamaran – Spirit of Ponant II – which will carry up to 10 passengers
Audley Travel launches VIP membership club for ‘top-selling’ agents
‘Kindred’ will offer special privileges to a handpicked group of advisors in recognition of their continued support of the luxury travel operator
Agencies step in at the 11th hour to save holidays hit by spate of Esta issues
One Thorne Travel client found out their Esta had been revoked during the first leg of their trip
France to target UK luxury market at VIP advisors' event
The French national tourist office has invited a small group of elite travel planners to meet with 15 supplier partners from across the country
Explora Journeys looks to attract 'yet-to-cruise' customers with debut Asia programme
Between September 2027 and May 2028, Explora III will visit 28 countries including Japan, South Korea, China, Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Malaysia and Indonesia
Agenda 2025 – Autumn Breakfast

Created in association with PwC, TTG’s third Agenda report of the year features essential insights and explores the key trends, consumer behaviours and challenges set to shape the rest of 2025 for travel businesses.

Globus recruits experienced business development managers Sarah Hillier and Janine Sykes
Hillier joins Globus from Olympic Holidays, while Sykes brings experience from posts with Sandals Resorts and CroisiEurope