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Eurostar reports record growth in 2024
Eurostar has achieved significant growth in 2024, reporting a +5% increase in passenger numbers compared to 2023.
Loganair selected as Orkney inter-islands transport provider for four more years
The UK’s largest regional airline, Loganair, has been appointed as the official transport provider for the inter-islands air service between Kirkwall, Orkney and the islands of Papa Westray, North Ronaldsay, Westray, Sanday, Stronsay and Eday
Virtuoso supports the “Realize the Dream” initiative
Virtuoso, the global network specialising in luxury and experiential travel, has committed to offering its staff the opportunity to give back to their favourite causes
Farnborough Airport partners with Edmiston and Lugano
Farnborough Airport, Europe’s airport for premium air travel experiences, has announced the return of world-renowned yacht brokerage company Edmiston as its brand partner, alongside the continuation of its collaboration with esteemed jeweller Lugano, marking another milestone in its commitment to delivering an unparalleled passenger experience.
774,000 hospitality workers dragged into new NICS threshold
New analysis from UKHospitality reveals that a fifth of hospitality’s workforce will be dragged into the new employer NICs threshold for the first time.
Lufthansa unveils modern new lounge at London Heathrow Airport
On 21 January 2025, Lufthansa will re-open its new and improved passenger lounge at London Heathrow Airport. Located in Terminal 2, South Level, Level 5,
IATA to hold first IATA World Data Symposium in February
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will hold the first-ever IATA World Data Symposium (WDS) in Dublin, Ireland on 26th and 27th February.
UK Business travel and rail use set to ramp up in 2025: Trainline Partner Solutions
New research from Trainline Partner Solutions, the B2B arm of Trainline, reveals over three quarters of UK SMBs expect to increase both domestic travel volumes (76%) and business travel budgets (79%) in 2025 according to their business travel decision makers.
Scottish budget leaves thousands of venues worse off
Hospitality venues across Scotland remain ineligible for new business rates relief, leaving them with bills tens of thousands higher than businesses in England.
VisitBritain to host 120 international travel trade
National tourism agency VisitBritain is gearing up to host more than 120 international travel trade on educational visits across the UK as part of its flagship ‘Showcase Britain’ event.
Tourism Malaysia joins Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show
Tourism Malaysia is putting the country’s best foot forward at Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show 2025, the UK’s largest and longest-running travel event.
‘Passengers deserve better’: Peter Slater
With rail fares and railcard costs continuing to rise across the UK, many commuters feel they’re paying more for less.
Incredible Journeys record best day ever
Dnata Travel Group UK’s adventure and touring brand, Incredible Journeys, has revealed that Monday 13th January, was their best day on record for calls and bookings.
Virgin Atlantic brings in new £24 charge for UK passengers
Passengers booking economy tickets will pay an additional £8, whilst those in Premium will face a £12 charge and upper-class travellers will see a £24 surcharge added to their fares.
Virgin Voyages amps up Annual Pass 2026 with weeklong stay on Necker Island
Influenced by the iconic life of Virgin Group Founder, Sir Richard Branson, and by the mega-stars forever etched into Virgin’s storied rock n’ roll history, Virgin Voyages announced its Annual Pass 2026, a larger-than-life experience bigger than anything the brand has done before
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