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Swords Travel launches in-house tour operator to fill 'gaps' in luxury market
The agency said the venture would better serve clients and address product gaps, while stressing 80% of its business will continue to come through collaborations with partners
'Lean on our specialists' expertise to sell Italy,' association urges agents
Abtoi chair Lisa Leggate told TTG the best way for the association’s members to get closer to the trade is through networking and events such as WTM
Four dos and don'ts to avoid carelessness when promoting your green credentials
Sustainability strategist Rachel McCaffrey, a member of the We Are Llama travel marketing collective, explores how agents can keep their sustainability marketing the right side of regulations
Railbookers' new trade team, agent tools and incredible portfolio In The Spotlight
Hear about the operator’s fantastic support for agents, find out what you can book and discover why your customers will love a holiday with Railbookers
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Join the TTG Luxury Journey to Aruba this summer
Luxury travel advisors have a chance to experience a slice of luxury in the Caribbean this August on the exciting new TTG Luxury Journey to Aruba
Grecotel teams up with Goop wellness expert to launch new spa programme
The Greek luxury hotel brand has rolled out the experience at Cape Sounio, one of its two Athenian properties.
How to generate £500,000+ from a client event
Client events are a mainstay for many agencies, with some generating revenue in the hundreds of thousands. Three high-flying travel businesses share what works for them
Payday driving booking spikes that could replace traditional peaks, says agency
Increased demand soon after payday has prompted The Personal Travel Consultants to wonder whether the traditional peak booking periods are ending
‘I tried all the rides and attractions at Epic Universe – here are my Top 5’
Universal’s $7 billion opening is the first completely new theme park in Orlando for 25 years – but is it worth the wait?
Malaysia relying on UK agents to increase tourist numbers, deputy PM says
Malaysian deputy prime minister Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced the government’s intention to increase the number of UK tourists to the country to 500,000 in 2026
Cruise veteran urges luxury lines to copy Gucci and Armani's pricing strategies
Steve Odell, senior vice-president, international and consumer sales for Regent Seven Seas and Oceania Cruises, revealed Oceania is currently undergoing a rebranding exercise
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Panama City Beach: nine reasons to sell this panhandle paradise
We all know by now there is so much more to Florida than its theme parks, and Panama City Beach is here to tell you why you should be sending your clients to the state’s “Real. Fun. Beach”
Why Canada’s tourism chiefs have taken a bold new direction…
Landscapes and nature have been dropped from one tourist board’s latest campaign in favour of more authentic content
Jet2 releases four million seats as part of largest-ever winter programme
It is launching two new winter routes – Bournemouth to Malaga and Luton to Majorca – while also expanding its Morocco, Malta and Madeira programmes
How I landed a £40k Cunard booking after stepping off Queen Mary 2
GoCruise & Travel franchisee Zoe Coope said agents should ’go the extra mile’ when making big bookings, as these types of holidays are ’a big event in someone’s life’
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Quarter of consumers now booking package holidays, according to Barclays' 10-year review
Barclays has identified an upward trend in package holiday demand and spending with travel agents in a report that reviews consumer behaviour over the last decade
Travel brands ‘need a bit more carrot and stick when it comes to decarbonising’

Felix Hamer, expedition line HX’s strategy manager (sustainability), said brands shouldn’t be afraid of admitting they are at the start of a journey, and should start taking whatever action they can – even if it starts with low-hanging fruit – with a focus on transparency rather than perfection in the first instance.

Barrhead to reveal location of new Northern Irish branch 'in coming weeks'
The Scottish agency is currently recruiting ’experienced’ travel professionals to fill positions in its soon-to-be-announced branch in the region
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Jamaica shares fam trip plans for agents as it joins Virtuoso
Jamaica’s national tourism office has announced a number of initiatives to support the UK trade following news of its Virtuoso membership
Inside the luxurious Ibiza hotel for clients who want to party hard – and relax harder
Steps away from the nightlife, Ibiza Gran Hotel provides a luxury retreat for guests who’d rather leave the party at the club
InteleTravel, Crystal Cruises and Tui: all the latest travel trade people moves
Moves this week include InteleTravel recruiting Advantage Travel Partnership’s Kelly Cookes, while Carnival Cruise Line’s former international sales director Luke Smith has joined an ultra-luxury cruise line
Travel Village Group to launch new podcast series aimed at bringing 'travel to life'
The Blackpool-based business will invite a mix of guests and employees to share their stories when the first episode airs later this month
Travel Zing launches cruise brand – and immediately bags two £10k bookings
Scottish agency Travel Zing has capitalised on the growing appetite for cruise holidays by revisiting an old idea and launching a cruise-focused brand, Cruizing