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What does the introduction of Marriott mean for New Zealand’s tourism?
Independent hotels currently outnumber international chains in New Zealand, but does the arrival of big-hitter Marriott signal a step change for the country?
Halstead Travel owner's video interviews see her win funding for first retail shop
Arline Sloan will launch Halstead Travel on the high street in September for the first time, eight years after setting up the homeworking brand
Your lovable agency mascots and their globe-trotting adventures

Have you ever wished you could fold yourself up and fit into a client’s suitcase when they go travelling? Well, these mascots are lucky enough to pull it off – they are often to be found travelling the world, accompanying agents on fam trips, joining clients and their families on holiday, and helping their agent owners to host escorted tours.

Agents warn 'out of hand' resort fees are putting clients off visiting the US
One agent told TTG she had to stump up an extra $700 in fees during a 16-night itinerary
Norwegian Prima to return to UK homeport in 2027 and sail the Nordics
The 3,099-passenger Norwegian Prima is currently operating ex-UK sailings to Iceland from Southampton
'How our agency became a top seller for Silversea'
From managing a sausage crisis to clinching record-breaking bookings: how Silversea helped one agent supercharge her sales
‘Let independents decide their suppliers,’ urges agency with 100% commission promise
A new host agency, Independents – Powered by Azure, has criticised restrictive contracts that limit the potential of advisors’ earnings. 
Quark 'in conversation' with shipyards and operators as search for new ships gathers pace
The three-ship expedition line insists any vessel that joins the fleet will carry fewer than 200 passengers
Orient Express Corinthian reveals first Caribbean season itinerary
The 220-metre-long vessel will head to the Caribbean for the first time next autumn, just a few months after its maiden voyage in June 2026
Discover a more relaxed side of Florida on the TTG Luxury Journey to the Bradenton Area
Entries are now open for the TTG Luxury Journey to the Bradenton Area, which will see five luxury travel advisors whisked away to Florida’s west coast this October
TTG Luxury Summer 2025
RAYS OF SUNSHINE. Indian Ocean destinations have upped their game, offering not just sun, sea and sand but also myriad new properties and exciting ecological, cultural and dining experiences.
Natasha Marson: 'We're quirky, there's a bit of sass in there – that resonates well with the trade'
EasyJet holidays’ head of trade distribution talks TTG’s James Chapple through her mission to engage the trade with sassy activity, produce better tools for agents and forge ever-stronger ties with homeworkers, as well as the memories she still draws on for inspiration
The surprising new twist to a Sandals Resorts holiday
There’s a growing trend among fans of the Sandals brand to opt for twin centres, so they see more of the Caribbean and experience more of the portfolio
Deal for Ireland's Grogan Travel to end 75 years of family ownership
Managing director Frances Grogan told TTG that while it was tough to sell up after 75 years, she felt new owner Frosch Ireland shared many of her agency’s values
Fora Travel: the new $1 billion travel agency everyone is talking about
With thousands of members across 92 countries already, Fora Travel is interested in the UK market too.
Finalists revealed for first-ever Top 20 Luxury Travel Agencies
The new awards programme by TTG Luxury celebrates the best luxury agencies across the UK & Ireland
EasyJet puts nearly 30 million seats on sale for summer 2026
The peak summer programme features 87,000 flights from the UK to destinations in Europe, North Africa and beyond
Heathrow to submit third runway plan next week as profits near £1 billion
Heathrow airport has said it will submit plans for a third runway to the government by the end of July and detailed half-year results, with a small increase in the number of passengers in the financial period
Luxury agent launches ‘transformational’ service for clients after ‘lowest’ point
Having overcome a number of challenges in her own life, Travl.Love founder Nadine Brady now wants to help others reach their personal and professional potential.
Dame Irene Hays recognised for business achievements and public service
Owner and chair of Hays Travel has been awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of Bradford
'As a new agent, I didn't appreciate the value in escorted touring – but this trip changed my mind'
Carolyn Ellis from Designer Travel explored Malta on a five-day itinerary that was designed by Travelsphere and Just You for agents who had never sold escorted touring
Quark plans to invest more into 'pivotal' UK market as need to educate agents intensifies
The polar-only line promises to ’stick to what we’re good at’ and not diversify its product range by offering sailings in the Med or Galapagos
Loveholidays rapped by advertising watchdog over misleading package pricing
OTA told two of its ads were misleading due to dynamic pricing that meant advertised prices were not available to consumers