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Why Tahiti is a paradise for your LGBT+ clients

The French Polynesian island nation is streets ahead of the curve when it comes to LGBT+ travel and especially gender non-conformity.

Four unique hotels best for discovering Vienna

Four centrally located hotels in Vienna tell TTG’s Madeleine Barber their unique selling points, so you can suggest them based on clients’ individual interests

Wizz Air targets record summer traffic and return to net profit

Budget carrier returns to positive earnings and trims full-year reported loss

US flights hit by delays due to Canadian wildfire smoke

US Federal Aviation Administration warned travellers to expect delays at New York’s airports

Hawaii placed on red volcano alert following Kilauea eruption

Eruption at one of the world’s most active volcanoes comes after a three-month pause in activity

Not in the Guidebooks launches second agent crowdfunder

Chief executive Carol Savage has urged agents to become shareholders in the ’exciting and ambitious’ business

Silversea to launch expedition cruise agent incentive and webinar series

Luxury line to offer agents double kicker commission points on expedition voyages booked in June

Hurtigruten unveils zero-emission ship of the future with towering solar sails

Hurtigruten reveals Sea Zero emission-free ship concept, which it hopes to make a reality and launch by 2030

Manchester airport launches two-year apprenticeship scheme

Education minister Robert Halfon hailed the scheme a fantastic opportunity for people of all ages and backgrounds

'Agents choosing between heating and eating', warns Abta LifeLine

The charity says funding “has never been more needed” amid the cost of living crisis

Heathrow strikes 'risk 20,000 summer flights and travel's reputation'

More than 42,600 flights scheduled to depart Heathrow between 24 June and 27 August, with 20,163 due to depart on new Unite union strike dates

Tamzin Bishop quits Sandals BDM role to launch dog walking business

Bishop has signed up as a Blue Bay Travel homeworker, which she says will give her the flexibility to launch her own dog walking business

Heathrow security officers to strike for 31 days this summer

Unite union conforms ’major escalation’ of its pay dispute with Heathrow, confirming more than 30 days of strike action throughout late-June, July and August

Storm Oscar brings heavy rain and near-100km winds to Canary Islands

Weather warnings remain in place across much of the Canaries for heavy rain, high winds and thunderstorms

Councils take first step in fight to reopen Doncaster Sheffield airport

Councils agree funding to put the case for the compulsory purchase of Doncaster Sheffield airport following its closure last year

InteleTravel sales and booking values soar despite cost of living squeeze

The homeworking agency announced on Wednesday (7 June) that sales have surged 58% year-on-year while the average booking value has gone up 14%

BA expands US portfolio with new route to Cincinnati

The carrier said on Wednesday (7 June) that the new 5-day service will help consolidate its position as the largest overseas carrier in the US with a total of 27 destinations

'UK&I sales merger about building support for Explora,' says MSC chief

Antonio Paradiso has looked to reassure agents following an announcement he will take additional responsibility for the company’s luxury brand

MSC reveals plans for new UK trade awards and Euribia showcase

The line will look to mark the achievements of its leading 80 sellers at an event to be staged at an “iconic London landmark”

Royal Group claims 'industry milestone' with new biofuel trial

Celebrity Apex and Symphony of the Seas will use a new biofuel blend that reduces carbon emissions

JG Travel Group triples capacity on winter long-stay programme

Group to offer Calpe on the Costa Blanca for the first time this coming winter across its National Holidays and Just Go! Holidays brands

Tui launches e-bikes for Rhodes tour guides and cuts car use

Tui’s Destination Co-Lab Rhodes project is a testing ground for more sustainable experiences

Weddings specialist appoints new general manager

Melissa Lowe-Woolley promoted to new role at Perfect Weddings Abroad with wider departmental and operational remit

Government confirms price of UK visa waiver for foreign visitors

UK government reveals Electronic Travel Authorisation fee ahead of November rollout