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Home residence firm taps Pope’s sommelier as agents demand ‘exclusive’ service
The luxury residences rental company has recruited the Vatican’s wine expert in a bid to stand out against its competitors.
Top agencies reveal secrets to rewarding referrals as loyalty schemes rise
Is there a magic solution to keeping clients loyal, treating them well and winning new referrals? Personalising the approach is key. 
The Cruise Room: Jonathan Howitt (left) and Robbie O'Grady (right)
The Cruise Room launches recruitment drive to free up owners to pursue 'new projects'
The Wirral-based agency believes it needs to hire more staff so its co-founders Jonathan Howitt and Robbie O’Grady can focus on new projects
Storm Floris: Jet2 vows to fly full schedule as UK placed on alert for 'unseasonably strong' winds
An amber Met Office warning for wind covering much of Scotland will take effect from 10am on Monday (4 August) with a yellow warning for wind covering much of northern England and Northern Ireland
'It was fate': Former sisters-in-law turned agency owners go local with first Destination Perfect shop
Agency co-owners Carla McFeely and Carla Mann have long wished for a high street shop but had not found the right premises until now
Lates market fracturing as unrealistic budgets and expectations clash with higher holiday prices
One agent told TTG: ’There’s still a myth around last-minute holidays that prices are always good – that is not the case.’
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Join the TTG Luxury Journey with Crystal and sail in the Mediterranean this October
10 new ways to sell Italy to luxury travellers this year
Visitors to Italy are looking beyond Venice, and Rome and Amalfi Coast to explore lesser-known destinations.
Heathrow to offer 30 new destinations if government approves £49 billion expansion plan
Cost of building third runway has soared to £21 billion due to ’construction inflation’
Why agents should stop relying on referrals, and four other business tips from a marketing expert
David Nickel, founder of marketing agency Jadewolf, shares the five biggest mistakes agents make when promoting their businesses – and how to fix them
Agent calls for greater suicide prevention support at work after own emotional journey
In 2023, Michael Gillies hit rock bottom – burnt out by losing his travel business, heavily in debt, he did the unthinkable when he felt he had nowhere else to turn. Now he’s recovered, he’s determined to make sure others who need it can access the right support
How to choose suppliers that help you cut the carbon footprint of a holiday
How to spot suppliers who prioritise sustainability – and the questions to ask other operators
Barrhead to open third Northern Irish store in 'phenomenal' shopping centre location
In March 2025, the agency confirmed plans to expand into Northern Ireland after one of its stores exceeded its annual target in the first quarter
‘More people have stood on the top of Mt Everest than landed on this Alaskan shore’
There’s a remote cruise your clients can do that will extend their Alaska bragging rights even further – the Aleutian Islands with HX Hurtigruten Expeditions
Air passengers warned to brace for 'challenging' summer
Airports get back to normal after problems at Nats control centre prompt UK-wide flight delays
The air traffic control services provider has apologised for delays and cancellations after experiencing technical issues at its Swanwick control centre that covers the London area
Trump's White House has dragged Jet2 into a political firestorm – so should it respond?
After the White House put its own dark spin on the viral "Nothing beats a Jet2 holiday" meme, should the airline and operator respond? And if so, how? Social media strategist Marta Safin, part of the Llama collective of marketing experts, shares her take with TTG
Entry-Exit and Etias: the EU's new biometric border rules and visa waiver explained
The EU will this year start rolling out new border rules that will replace passport stamping, and next year introduce a new Esta-style visa waiver – here’s everything you need to know about the two new systems
Sunlounger Travel launches search for sixth shop after landing £10,000 from Jet2
The agency, which is aiming to grow to 25 branches, is looking to expand deeper into its East Anglia heartland after tapping Jet2’s Scale Up Your Street fund for £10,000
Trump administration hijacks Jet2holidays' advert in memes mocking deportee flights
White House video posted to X and Instagram splices Jet2’s familiar ’Nothing beats a Jet2 holiday’ slogan with footage of US deportee flights in a dark turn for the operator’s viral marketing campaign
Royal Caribbean switches to dynamic pricing following flurry of $10,000 beach club bookings
The family-focused line – part of Royal Caribbean Group – will start welcoming guests to Royal Beach Club Paradise Island later this year
'As AI search becomes the norm, agents must use it to strengthen their claim to being the experts'
As Google doubles down on AI-first search, agents must endure short-term disruption for longer-term gain writes Propellic’s Brennen Bliss for TTG, in the knowledge those who embrace AI as a research assistant rather than resist it altogether stand to strengthen their value and relevance to their clients
Agent invests in ‘aftercare’ app to prevent client loyalty ‘fizzling out’
Emily Grace has teamed up with Georgie Spurling on a wellness app designed to hold guests ‘accountable’ on their wellness journey after they check-out of the hotel. 
RSPCA leads renewed calls for Tui to stop selling captive animal attractions
The RSPCA has also pointed out there is a law in England and Wales forbidding brands selling exploitative excursions which has never been implemented
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Hays Travel ready to go all-in on cruise with bookable website following Cruise.co.uk deal
Dame Irene Hays added the agency giant remained in an acquisitive mood should any suitable opportunities emerge