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High-end homestay brand launches time-saving tool for luxury travel advisors

Onefinestay will give the 30,000 advisors it works with around the world exclusive access to its new booking portal.

Five reasons this lesser-known Turkish hotel promises 'art and joy'

With its enviable location, unique “art and joy” philosophy and new Sunset suites for this summer, Lujo Hotel Bodrum is a resort well worth having at your fingertips for impressive Mediterranean getaways

Abta advises sticking to 100ml rule this summer to combat security confusion

Air passengers are being advised to keep to a 100ml liquids limit as confusion reigns over what can be carried in hand luggage with UK standard still not in place

Sailing the high-end seas: why agents are perfectly placed to bring yachting to the masses

As demand for mainstream and high-end yachting product and itineraries soars, could these smaller-ship sailings not only prove an important gateway into the world of cruising but also stand alone as its own distinct proposition?

easyJet holidays' new routes from Newcastle Airport In The Spotlight

Discover the key properties you can promote to clients in the new destinations from Newcastle and enter for a chance to win £250 of holiday credit!

First luxury sleeper train in England and Wales makes maiden journey

The Britannic Explorer, a Belmond Train, will make its inaugural trip on 21 July, marking a significant milestone for luxury rail travel in the UK.

Designer Travel lands hat-trick of Best Workplaces in Travel awards

Agency named best large company at Monday’s ceremony, and was also honoured for its commitment to employees’ happiness and performance

The invisible influence that luxury hotels are using to woo your clients

Once an afterthought, fragrance is now central to hotel identity. We explore how and why luxury brands are crafting signature scents as distinctive as their décor

New industry data hints at sales uplift, but also consumer concerns and hesitancy

Desire to travel in 2025 remains strong among those yet to book, despite concerns about cost of living and holiday budgets

These three travel advisors drove £500,000 in sales for Carrier in a year – here's how

The three advisors are responsible for making up half of the luxury operator’s growth sales over the past 12 months.

'No pressure!': Travel Village Group tells suppliers it's OK to miss its conference

Travel Village Group has followed up its pledge to make conferences more sustainable, telling suppliers they are under no pressure to attend because of the number of events in the calendar

Doubling Esta fee to $40 'a self-imposed tariff', warns US tourism chief

The US Electronic System for Travel Authorization, or Esta, is set to increase from a current $21 to $40

Crete 'ready to welcome visitors as normal' following wildfire

Around 1,500 tourists and residents were evacuated late last week owing to a fire in the Ierapetra region

5 flexible working trends – and how they could work for your agency

Agencies offering more flexible working are seeing productivity improve whilst maintaining excellent customer service. It’s a win-win – if you can avoid the pitfalls

'Why we believe there’s more to a lasting partnership with agents than just commission'

’Investing in and continually improving a well-crafted and personalised agent rewards strategy should complement, and never substitute, a fair commission structure,’ writes Titan Travel’s director of trade distribution, Shane Lewis-Riley, for TTG

Tui launches 2026/27 winter programme with new Lapland alternative and 'value' pledge

Three new concept hotels, new routes to Turkey and Egypt, extra short-, mid- and long-haul capacity and trips to Arctic Lakeland among additions

High street help, spending power and ‘dealing with Donald’: has Labour delivered for travel in its first year?

It’s been a year since Labour took power for the first time for nearly 15 years. Gary Noakes runs the rule over Keir Starmer and his team’s first 12 months in charge – and assesses how travel has fared

Specialist line's sales chief: 'Expedition cruise market is at its limit'

The one-ship expedition line often calls into the UK as it repositions its Sea Spirit vessel from Antarctica to Arctic, which gives agents a chance to explore onboard

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The best Fourth of July celebrations in the US

Every Fourth of July, you’re guaranteed a party in the United States, but for those who like to plan ahead, next year will be the 250th anniversary of American Independence, and so in 2026 the traditional Independence Day celebrations will scaled up like never before. Here’s a guide to the best places to start researching for your clients.

TTG launches USA Selling Guide for agents on Independence Day

The new online guide features essential information, a flights guide, calendar of events, road trip itineraries,

Norse Atlantic takes 'bold' step to 'unlock' demand in the north-west for Bangkok route

Norse Atlantic will fly to Bangkok from Manchester this winter, the first time the north-west airport has had a direct connection with Thailand’s capital

Hays Travel hires Fred Olsen Travel's operations chief Tricia Birmingham to fill commercial role

Birmingham’s appointment comes three days after it was announced Hays Travel’s group strategy director McAuley will become managing director of World Travel Holdings UK later this year

Canada's most compelling city is now easier to reach from the UK

If it’s good enough for King Charles, then it’s good enough for your clients. TTG explores Ottawa – now served by Air Canada from Heathrow – during a royal visit