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Travel Counsellors FY23 results show growth
Travel Counsellors, the UK’s largest and fast-growing technology platform for travel entrepreneurs, is pleased to announce its Annual Results for the 12 months ended 31 October 2023
WeTravel unveils rebranded academy to facilitate professional development
WeTravel, the all-in-one travel management platform, has unveiled an enhanced WeTravel Academy, designed to improve usability and support the career development of multi-day travel professionals.
Travelodge Rotherham Central officially opens with 69 keys
Travelodge, the UK’s first budget hotel chain, which operates more than 600 hotels across the UK, Ireland and Spain, has officially opened Travelodge Rotherham Central -the group’s first hotel in Rotherham, and Rotherham’s first branded hotel.
Radisson RED to open at Edgbaston Stadium with 146 keys by Q2, 2027
Radisson Hotel Group is pleased to announce the signing of Radisson RED Birmingham Edgbaston Stadium, located at one of the leading cricket grounds in the UK.
Hampton by Hilton to debut with 157 keys at London Heathrow
Hilton has announced the signing of Hampton by Hilton London Heathrow Bath Road, marking the brand’s debut at Europe’s busiest airport, as part of a franchise agreement with Acre Hotels Ltd, part of the Westcombe Group.
Average food hygiene rating for hotels, B&Bs and guesthouses in the UK was 95%, a score a 4 or a 5
The average food hygiene rating for hotels, B&Bs and guesthouses across the UK has been revealed, thanks to a report from leading online training provider High Speed Training.
Fundamental Hospitality to launch Shanghai Me and Bund Lounge on the 28th Floor of London Hilton Park Lane
Fundamental Hospitality, the fastest-growing luxury lifestyle restaurant group in the world this year, is accelerating its global expansion with the launch of Pan-Asian fine dining eatery, Shanghai Me, on the legendary 28th floor of London Hilton on Park Lane, making it the highest rooftop restaurant in Mayfair.
New £21 million fund from British Airways to put 200 aspiring pilots through training
British Airways has announced a £21 million investment to give up to 200 prospective pilots the chance to follow their dream of flying for a commercial airline without the worry of self-funding the £100,000 cost of training, opening the door to being a pilot to more people than ever before.
British Airways releases its new safety video, “A British Original Period Drama”
May we haveth one’s attention please? British Airways premieres its brand-new safety video, “A British Original Period Drama” inspired by some of Britain’s famous period literature, TV and film and starring more than 40 of the airline's colleagues.
London tops Europe’s food market capitals
Radical Storage analysed more than 300,000 Google reviews and almost 1,100 establishments to determine which markets have the nicest food and offer the best value for money.
Sim Local expands Heathrow partnership with outbound strategy
eSIM and travel SIM provider Sim Local has launched a trial project with Heathrow, expanding its partnership with the UK’s busiest airport.
Valuing the travel industry as a whole!
Representatives from the Future Travel Coalition met on Tuesday 17 July to discuss the implications and opportunities for the travel industry following the outcome of the General Election.
Millions of Brits’ holidays ruined by animal cruelty: Animals Asia
Stephen Fry, Ricky Gervais and Chris Packham are backing Animals Asia’s call on the new UK government to effectively implement animal welfare law and for ‘welfare whistleblowing’ Brits to report cruel tourist attractions.
The Woodsman in Stratford-upon-Avon is awarded 2 AA Rosettes
The Woodsman, located within Hotel Indigo Stratford-upon-Avon, has been awarded 2 AA Rosettes for food quality for the first time.
Wizz Air celebrates 7 million passengers at London Gatwick
Wizz Air, the most environmentally sustainable airline globally, announced over 7 million passengers have travelled with the airline through London Gatwick (LGW), to more than 15 countries.
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