The Yan’s Gastro Twixmas Getaway in the Lakes
The Yan, one of the best places to eat in the Lake District, is offering a Gastro Twixmas Getaway this year – a quick one night escape complete with a stay in one of The Yan’s chic bedrooms,…
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Emirates ramps up operations to London Gatwick with a third daily A380 service
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has ramped up its operations to Gatwick Airport with the addition of a third daily A380 flight.
London City Airport launches ski and Christmas routes
This December London City Airport (LCY) launches ski and Christmas routes to Chambéry and Salzburg, providing even more choice for passengers this winter.
TikTok’s most popular Christmas holiday destinations
As Christmas fast approaches, it’s time to deck the halls and get the advent calendars ready, for the long-awaited day is only around the corner.
Riverside Luxury Cruises invites agents to register on online booking platform
Newly founded river cruise company, Riverside Luxury Cruises, invites agents to register on its trade online booking engine, where there are inaugural season savings of 20% and no deposit…
Ponant Unveils Cruise Program For Northern Summer 2024
Ponant has launched its Northern Hemisphere Summer 2024 program, with highlights including the Mediterranean, the Atlantic, and Northern Europe.
Fifty new sailings have opened, from…
ABTA LifeLine runs ‘Spirit of Christmas’ appeal
ABTA LifeLine is once again running its ‘Spirit of Christmas’ appeal – offering 30 people a free Christmas dinner. It’s open to current and former staff of ABTA Members who are experiencing…
Waze partners with SafeUP to help solo pedestrians feel safer this winter
Crowd-sourced sat nav app, Waze, is partnering with new community safety network, SafeUP, to help women, non-binary and genderqueer people feel safer when travelling alone this busy winter…
BA works with Queen Elizabeth’s foundation for disabled people to enhance accessibility
To mark International Day of Persons with Disabilities (3rd December 2022), British Airways has announced that it is working with Queen Elizabeth’s Foundation for Disabled People (QEF).
Cruise along to Windermere’s Christmas celebration!
Windermere Lake Cruises has teamed up with the Mountain Goat travel firm to give revellers a wonderful winter-time cruise across the lake at Windermere to Bowness Bay Pier – then a free…
Energy & Environment Alliance partners with Travers Smith
Travers Smith, in partnership with the Energy & Environment Alliance (EEA) to launch its ESG timeline for the hospitality industry.
British Motor Museum to hold 38 motoring shows in 2023
The British Motor Museum has announced its most ambitious schedule for 2023 featuring 38 motoring shows including several new events!
Tokyo to hold London agent marketplace on 1 Feb
The reopening of Japan last month has been big news. In response, and to support agents maximise bookings, Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) will host a Tokyo City Promotion at Royal…
Explora Journeys Unveils First Ship Itinerary Explora I’s Debut
Explora Journeys has unveiled the details of its first six ships, EXPLORA I, which will sail from Southampton in the United Kingdom on 17 July 2023.
Under the theme ‘A Maiden Journey…
The seven most festive countries to visit this December
Tourists seeking a winter getaway this year have been told to visit Estonia after the eastern European nation was named the world’s most festive country.
Researchers from …
Travel’s presentation of information key to combating climate change
Is the future of sustainability in travel just about travelling less and doing more carbon offsetting? Do we need to think about alternative ways to solve this challenge?
To explore this …
Travellers seeking to redefine value in 2023 – Skyscanner
Travel marketplace Skyscanner is today publishing a new report exploring the latest trends in global travel. Titled Skyscanner Horizons: Outlook in 2023 as travellers redefine value, the…
Virgin Atlantic partners with Nuvei
Nuvei Corporation (“Nuvei” or the “Company”) the Canadian fintech company has partnered with Virgin Atlantic. Nuvei builds on its exceptional technology with customized solutions designed…
The Stay Company announces new site in Nottinghamshire
Derby-based luxury serviced apartment provider, The Stay Company, is celebrating continued growth after adding another site to its property portfolio.
Cruise Baltic collaborates across the cruise industry to secure the region’s global position
For the first time, Cruise Baltic invites tour operators to join their summit and discuss how tour operators, cruise lines, ports and destinations in the Baltic Sea region can work…
Clean Air Zone smart routing now available for Waze users in Bristol
Waze, the world’s largest community-based traffic and navigation app, is today launching smart routing around Bristol’s Clean Air Zone to help drivers avoid unnecessary fines and reduce…
TUI’S Lapland programme is back and bigger
TUI, the UK’s largest travel company, will start its biggest Lapland programme this Wednesday, with more Christmas joy than ever.
Where are the Brits going this Christmas?
Going on holiday with your friends and family during the Christmas period can be a magical experience. Whether you plan to travel somewhere abroad or stay closer to home, data shows that…
Eurostar reignites focus on global MICE travel
Eurostar, the high-speed rail service linking the UK and mainland Europe, is re-igniting its focus on meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) travel by showcasing the…
Eurotunnel Le Shuttle announces special prices
Eurotunnel Le Shuttle has announced special prices for day/overnight tickets starting from just £60* (approx. USD 72.55) return per car, available for travel every day until 13th December.
Seychelles hits the 300,000 visitors bar!
A new milestone was announced at the National Assembly by the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism today, November 25.
Seychelles hits the 300,000 visitors bar!
British Airways enables customers to purchase carbon removal credits
British Airways is now offering customers the chance to address their emissions from flying by purchasing certified carbon removal credits.
The Crown filming locations across the UK
With the Netflix series having returned to screens on November 9, TV fans from across the world are being told of the top filming locations to visit from The Crown.
Consumer experts…
Now fly Belfast International – Southampton with Eastern Airways
Eastern Airways, the UK’s regional airline, announced the launch of a new daily service between Southampton – Belfast International, the first link to Northern Ireland’s busiest airport from…
Rail strikes over Christmas will be devastating for hospitality
Responding to news of a fresh wave of rail strikes this winter, UKHospitality Chief Executive Kate Nicholls, said: “Continued rail strikes have had a huge impact on our hospitality sector;…
Top 8 film locations from ‘The Crown’ in the UK
With the Netflix series having returned to screens on 9th November TV fans from across the world are being told of the top filming locations to visit from The Crown.
BR-DGE partners with Kenwood Travel
Rapidly growing payment orchestration provider BR-DGE has today announced a new partnership with UK luxury tour operator Kenwood Travel.
The Cathay Pacific Green Friday sale returns!
Cathay Pacific is offering exclusive fare prices to some of the best locations in Asia Pacific. Once again the airline is offsetting double the carbon emissions, free of charge, for…
Qatar Airways unveils new branding at London Heathrow Terminal 4
The branding features a 9-metre long Boeing 777-9 scaled model aircraft, placed above a 12-metre LED screen to highlight Qatar Airways’ products, services, destinations, and marketing…
Aer Lingus states number of flights to the US has increased 236%
Aer Lingus the Irish carrier reveals their number of flights* to the United States has increased 236% since US borders reopened 12 months ago.
Vibe launches new ‘consumer-grade’ booking tool for business travel
Booking technology solutions Vibe has confirmed the launch of a ‘consumer-grade’ booking tool for business travel.
‘Vibe Corporate’ will be an off-the-shelf, complete business travel…
Loganair brings forward relaunch from Newquay to 10th Feb
Due to strong demand, the UK’s largest regional airline Loganair has announced it will reinstate its route between Cornwall Airport Newquay and Manchester from Friday 10 February – earlier…
Local Edinburgh business helps launch spectacular 2022 Castle of Light trail
Edinburgh Castle welcomed visitors to experience the wonder of Castle of Light over the weekend as the iconic landmark illuminates the city’s skyline once again this winter.
Demand for the Philippines is high at 2022 World Travel Market
The Philippine delegation for the 2022 World Travel Market, led by Tourism Secretary Ma. Christina Garcia Frasco, was welcomed with high demand from international buyers with 211…
Europe’s most festive cities for a magical Christmas
Cities around the world transform into festive wonderlands during the Christmas season, and the cities in Europe are among some of the most impressive
AI reimagines UK’s top tourist attractions according to one-star reviews
Holiday Rental Company My Favourite Cottages, with the help of AI, has reimagined the UK’s top tourist attractions according to one-star reviews
Brits will outspend other Europeans on travel in 2023
Europeans traveling internationally to experience different cultures, while for the Brits desire to get away and unplug rated most highly.
Brits will outspend other Europeans on travel in…
Now fly direct London to Cincinnati with British Airways
British Airways has announced a new direct route from London Heathrow to the Cincinnati region, starting from Summer 2023. Cincinnati will become the 27th US destination served directly from…
AITO and The Advantage Travel Partnership, seek regulatory help for UK’s outbound travel sector
The Advantage Travel Partnership (ATP) and the Specialist Travel Association (AITO) are urging the Chancellor to use this week’s Autumn Statement to recognise the challenges that the…
Five pointers to finding love aboard a cruise holiday
A new report out today reveals a staggering 89% of Brits are interested in travelling by themselves to meet new people, with 66% specifically interested in looking for love while on holiday.
Eastern Airways adds Humberside – Esbjerg flights
Eastern Airways, the UK’s regional airline and based at Humberside Airport, announced the launch of a new route to Esbjerg, Denmark’s fifth largest City plus doubling the number of Newquay…
Now fly East Midlands – Newquay Cornwall with Eastern Airways
Eastern Airways, the UK’s regional airline, announced the launch of a new daily service from East Midlands Airport to Newquay-Cornwall, the UK staycation destination of choice.
KAYAK partners with Impala
KAYAK and Impala are joining forces to add 200,000 hotel rooms from Impala’s hotel portfolio, available on KAYAK and its brands globally through its direct booking platform.
According to…
Marella Cruises reveals its Summer 2024 programme offering more choice for Cruise & Stay holidays
Marella Cruises’ Summer 2024 programme is now on sale, providing customers with more choices in different destinations around the world.
The cruise line has significantly increased…
VisitBritain launches second funding round for DMCs and inbound tour operators
VisitBritain has announced a second round of funding for Destination Management Companies and inbound tour operators to support in driving bookings to Britain.
The £450,000…
BA launches new smart technology trial
British Airways has become the first UK airline to trial the use of biometric technology for international flights, enabling customers taking part in the trial to travel through the airport…
Loganair launches low-cost fare to support business travel
Business travellers across the UK are set to benefit from a new, discounted, and fully flexible air fare from Loganair, the UK’s largest regional airline.
VisitBritain launches 2nd funding round for DMCs and inbound tour operators
VisitBritain has announced a second round of funding for Destination Management Companies and inbound tour operators to support in driving bookings to Britain.
Swiss museums welcomed over 10 million in 2021
The Federal Statistical Office of Switzerland has revealed that the Swiss museums welcomed more than 10 million visitors in 2021, registering a significant increase compared to 2020.
Plymouth on global event destination map after success of SailGP
The spectacular success of this summer’s Great Britain Sail Grand Prix in Plymouth has put the city on the map as a global event destination reaching millions around the world and bringing a…
Hospitality facing £900m business rates hike, threatening ‘devastation’
Ahead of the Autumn Statement, new analysis by trade body UKHospitality reveals that business rate bills could go up by more than a third, leaving firms facing collapse.
Heathrow is ready for biggest Christmas in three years
Heathrow has served 5.9m passengers in October, 84% of 2019 levels. Year to date we have served 50m, passengers, 74% of 2019 levels. The leisure market has been buoyant thanks to the half…
Airbnb launches GBP 1m Sustainable Hosting Plan
Airbnb has launched its Sustainable Hosting Plan, including a GBP1 million fund to support Hosts with energy efficiency improvements, cutting carbon emissions and making long-term savings on…
Travelport joins Travalyst Coalition and escalates focus on sustainability in travel retailing
Travelport has joined the global sustainable travel coalition, Travalyst, as part of the company’s commitment to driving sustainability forward in travel retailing. Travelport will also…
Uber reveals UK travel habits over the last 10 years
This year, Uber hit a momentous milestone celebrating ten years since its first trip was taken in London. To celebrate this new era, Uber is releasing data that brings the last ten years of…
Paradigm shift needed to address tourism staff shortages
A “paradigm shift” in the way the global travel industry attracts, retains and adjusts staff amid post-COVID-19 shortages is being urged.
Paradigm shift needed to address tourism staff…
Strong access to broadband the number one priority for Brits on Holiday
A stay in a holiday or caravan park is part of the quintessential British experience – but they may become a thing of the past if trip-makers cannot stay connected online.
Saudi officially opens World Travel Market London 2022
Dominates presence with its largest ever pavilion and brings 40+ destination partners to leading global travel trade event.
Saudi officially opens World Travel Market London 2022
‘Connect’ with VisitScotland
Scottish tourism operators have the opportunity to meet and do business with tour operators, travel agents and destination management companies in-person, at a brand-new event next Spring.
Turkey targets 3m UK tourists in 2022
Turkey is set to welcome a record three million visitors from the UK this year. A total of 2.8 million British arrivals in the first nine months of the year surpassed the 2.56 million UK…
Roseate Hotels & Resorts adds ‘The Dunstane Houses’ in Scotland
Bird Group’s burgeoning hospitality vertical, Roseate Hotels & Resorts has acquired The Dunstane Houses, a luxury five-star boutique hotel in the heart of Edinburgh, Scotland, a…
ABTA at World Travel Market London 2022
This year’s WTM is going to be one of the most interesting and rewarding for many years, given that COVID-19 travel restrictions have lifted around the world.
All-female line-up at WTM’s BIG Airline Session
Female bosses from three leading airlines will take to the Future Stage at WTM London, today (November 7) to talk about the opportunities and challenges they’ve experienced on their way to…
Saudi confirmed as Premier Partner for a second year running at WTM London
Saudi, the authentic home of Arabia, has been announced as Premier Partner of World Travel Market London 2022 for the second year running.
India to participate in WTM London
“Ministry of Tourism, government of India will participate in World Travel Market (WTM) 2022 from 7th to 9th November in London which is one of the largest international travel exhibitions,”…
Top 10 Gen Z travel destinations
With the new generation of travellers starting to make their travel plans for 2023, where are the best global destinations for them to explore?
The travel experts at Airport Parking…
Continued recovery of the industry sustains
Following the October half-term holidays, statistics from Cirium show how flights have recovered compared to pre-pandemic levels.
Rail Europe appoints Bjorn Bender as new President & CEO
Rail Europe has appointed Björn Bender as President and CEO. Björn, a mobility expert with 20 years’ experience in the sector, will be bringing his rail expertise, customer centricity and…
Visit San Antonio appoints Travel and Tourism Marketing as its UK representative
Visit San Antonio has appointed Travel and Tourism Marketing as its first UK Representative Office, effective immediately.
Shorter stay and cheaper holidays to boom
Travellers are banking on cheaper breaks, shorter getaways and more staycations in order to take a holiday in 2023, according to Go.Compare Travel Insurance.
A poll by the insurance…
A Year in Travel by eDreams ODIGEO
eDreams ODIGEO, has launched its ‘Year in Travel’ report, providing an overview of the past year, insight into the year ahead and predictions for 2023
Moving closer to large scale production of SAF
British Airways, LanzaJet and Nova Pangaea Technologies have signed an agreement that will accelerate their ground-breaking Project Speedbird initiative to develop cost-effective sustainable…
UK’s international travel industry contributes £80bn a year to UK economy
A new joint-report from ABTA and UKinbound outlines the value of international travel to the UK economy in terms of supporting jobs, economic contributions and taxes paid to HM Treasury.
Saudi is WTM London’s Premier Partner for 2nd year
Saudi’s Vision 2030 strategy is an ambitious blueprint for the future that is transforming Saudi with tourism at the heart.
Saudi is WTM London’s Premier Partner for 2nd year
ZeroAvia and AGS Airports to bring zero-emission flights to Scotland
Zero-emission aviation pioneer and AGS Airports to collaborate on hydrogen fuel infrastructure and launching zero-emission routes in first-of-a-kind partnership for the UK.
CWT appoints Victoria Berwick as Global Marketing Director
CWT announced the appointment of Victoria Berwick to the newly created Vice President role of Global Marketing Director, with effect from 1 November 2022.
Abolish late night levy for nightclubs
The levy continues to overburden the hospitality sector with even more costs at a time when businesses are hit by soaring energy prices and staffing issues.
BA City Flyer launches new route between Aberdeen and London City Airport
British Airways has launched a new route between London City Airport (LCY) and Aberdeen (ABZ) for the winter season.
W Algarve unveils remote working offering
From 30th October, Portugal’s new ‘digital nomad’ visa means remote workers can live and work in the country for up to a year, and W Algarve is making it easier than ever to achieve the…
Cayman Islands welcomes additional flight from the UK
For the 2023 summer season, the Cayman Islands will be welcoming a fifth weekly direct flight from London Heathrow, enhancing the ease of accessibility to the British Caribbean…
Third of UK’s hospitality businesses at risk
More than a third of the UK’s hospitality sector is at risk of business failure in early 2023 due to the cost of doing business crisis, according to analysis of a new survey by…
Aberdeen, Glasgow and Southampton ranked in top five
Glasgow comes second while Southampton and Aberdeen rated third and fifth respectively in latest Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) benchmark results.
Last minute bookings, staycations and short breaks popular
With the global pandemic taking a devastating toll on the travel industry, Omio - the booking platform for travel by train, bus and flight released its EU Mobility Report comparing and…
UKH publishes energy advice, guidance, and costs calculator for all businesses
Due to the extraordinarily high energy prices hospitality businesses are facing this winter, UKHospitality is taking the unprecedented step of making its energy guidance publicly available.
‘Memorable Moments’ in Durham
Families, couples and anyone seeking a staycation packed full of memorable moments are being encouraged to head to Durham. Visit County Durham, Durham County Council’s tourism service, has…
‘Cost-of-living’ may cost leisure and hospitality
Results from a survey that looked at changing consumer behaviour amid the cost-of-living crisis revealed that the highest sacrifice areas by consumers looking to save money are eating out,…
National Geographic picks The Highlands as ‘Best of the World’
The Scottish Highlands has been named as one of National Geographic’s ‘Best of the World’ destinations for 2023.
JetBlue sees continued recovery
JetBlue has credited its Northeast Alliance partnership with American Airlines for the continued recovery of corporate revenue compared with 2019 levels. As informed by a news report in…
CLIA RiverView Conference 2023 from 12-14 March in Vienna
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has announced its RiverView Conference 2023 will take place from March 12-14 in Vienna.
Over 1,500 Chinese nationals gain Irish residency through IIP
Over 1,500 wealthy Chinese citizens have acquired residency in Ireland in the past decade through the latter’s Immigrant Investor Programme (IIP), while the majority of them were granted in…
Ireland plans to boost bike tourism
Ireland plans to host the opening stages of the upcoming Tour de France in either 2026 or 2027, with main representatives in the country expressing interest in the formal bidding process to…
New PM’s priority must be economic stability
With Rishi Sunak the new UK Prime Minister, ABTA – The Travel Association has stressed the need for the Government to focus now on bringing stability and providing support through the…
UK firms plan to increase business travel in 2023
Two-thirds of UK companies plan to increase spending on business travel by at least 50 per cent over the next year, according to research from corporate card company American Express
LATAM Airlines and Virgin Atlantic look for a codeshare agreement
Virgin Atlantic and LATAM Airlines Group have asked the US Department of Transportation (DOT) for authorisation to launch a codeshare agreement allowing to carry passengers between the…
Rolling hills and snug retreat: Slow down the weekend with a Cotswold break
With 28 bedrooms and suites, seven treatment rooms and the most stunning gin garden, the property has been an ideal weekend gateway for the UK travellers
Wizz Air celebrates arrival of 170th airbus aircraft
Wizz Air celebrated the arrival of its 170th Airbus aircraft, which will support operations at Catania International Airport.
Indigo Bath, the inside guide to spa town of Bath
The property reflects the influences of the architects and novelists who made Bath famous for its storytelling and passionate social scene
Silversea names Felicity Aston as godmother of Silver Endeavour
Silversea Cruises®, the leading ultra-luxury and expedition cruise line, has named Felicity Aston MBE as the Godmother of its new ship Silver Endeavour℠, the world’s most luxurious…
Skyscanner launches new solution for airports to target route development opportunities
Skyscanner has launched an exclusive new solution within its Travel Insight Vision business intelligence tool aimed at helping airports target route development opportunities.…
Europcar Mobility Group appoints new Commercial Director for UK and Ireland
Europcar Mobility Group has appointed former GreenFlag Commercial Director, Mark Newberry as Commercial Director for the UK and Ireland. Reporting directly to Ron Santiago, Managing…
Great London Hospitality reveals new brand identity as Clermont Hotel Group
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Great London Hospitality (glh), the largest hotel owner-operator in London, has announced a landmark move for the business where it will become the ‘Clermont Hotel Group’ this autumn.…
London launches new 2030 Tourism Vision
Brits are falling in love with their capital city again, according to new data revealing the majority would prefer to holiday in London versus other European city breaks and 60% are proud to…
Loganair returns to profit as pandemic recovery continues
Loganair, the UK’s largest regional airline, returned to profitability in the financial year to 31 March 2022 – the year in which the airline also celebrated its 60th anniversary.
Mews to sponsor GrINN Awards 2022
Cloud-based property management software Mews has reached an agreement with Quartz Inn Hotels to become the main sponsor of the European Sustainable Tourism Awards, GrINN Awards 2022.
Booking.com reveals travel predictions for the new year
Travel triumphantly returned in 2022, but in 2023 it is all about creative reimagination amid global chaos, according to Booking.com’s 2023 Travel Predictions. As UK travellers look to…
Reimagining travel in 2023
Booking.com releases travel predictions research that foresees travellers navigating contradiction and chaos as they adapt to changing times in the year ahead.
London Gatwick announces 51 flights a week to USA
The increased transatlantic schedule – as JetBlue adds a second daily flight to New York from 31 October – comes in time for the peak booking period ahead of the Thanksgiving and Christmas…
ABTA urges industry to respond to Govt survey on energy support review
ABTA is encouraging members and the wider industry to complete a survey which is being carried out by the Government as part of its review on energy bill support.
U.K. car rental market expected to rise at a CAGR of 5.6% during 2032
The U.K. car rental market size is estimated at USD 3.20 Bn in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 5.54 Bn by 2032, at a CAGR of 5.6% from 2022 to 2032. These insights are based on a report…
Train experts reveal money-saving tips for families travelling by rail
Keen to encourage families to continue their adventures at weekends, UK train operator Grand Central has revealed eight of their top tips and money-saving tricks for making some extra…
Delta brings Air+Rail to the UK
US carrier Delta is bringing its Air+Rail programme to the UK through a partnership with rail operator TransPennine Express.
People remain committed to travel: Tanzer
Although we are still operating in extremely challenging times, people remain committed to travel, said Mark Tanzer, Chief Executive ABTA. ABTA recently held its Travel Convention in…
ABTA Elections on 24 Nov 2022
Nominations are now open for election to the Board of Directors and the Council of Regions, to take effect from the AGM on 24 November 2022.
Ryanair CEO foresees higher fares
Ryanair’s bookings for the autumn mid-term and Christmas holidays are ahead of pre-COVID levels and it sees average fares rising by more than expected for the financial year to end-March,…
Rise of the golden gap year: Nearly 40% of baby boomers are planning the trip of a lifetime
Gap years are no longer the preserve of the young, as nearly four in ten (37%) in their golden years have decided to seize the moment and book a life-changing trip. Cruises (38%), city…
No E-Visa for tourists from UK likely to hit business
Goa tourism industry stakeholders have said their business is likely to get affected this tourist season due to the withdrawal of e-visa facility for visitors from the United Kingdom,…
Experience the witchy tales in Scotland
VisitScotland launches new Witch Trail Map to mark Year of Stories 2022. Scotland’s tales of witchcraft are being marked during the Year of Stories 2022 with a new Witch Trail created by…
Los Angeles targets UK with new ‘Now Playing’ campaign
Los Angeles Tourism invites visitors to discover what’s “Now Playing” in the City of Angels with the kick-off of a creative new advertising campaign spotlighting the incomparable breadth…
UK’s love affair with overseas travel is back: ABTA
ABTA’s ‘Holiday Habits 2022 report’ states that UK’s love affair with overseas travel is back – with 45% of people travelling abroad in the 12 months to August 2022, equivalent to 70% of…
Loganair expands Manchester-Aberdeen service
Loganair is expanding its Manchester-Aberdeen service in response to growing demand. The airline has added a fourth daily service, departing Manchester at 12:20 and arriving in Aberdeen at…
Perfect winter getaways at the right price
With the cost-of-living crunch set to worsen as winter approaches and temperatures plummet while heating bills soar, many will wonder if they can afford mid-term and Christmas breaks – just…
Virgin Atlantic Cancels London-Hong Kong Route After 30 Years
Due to the closure of Russian airspace, Virgin Atlantic will not resume service between London Heathrow and Hong Kong.
After nearly 30 years of service, the Hong Kong–London flight…
icelolly partners with Trending Travel
Holiday comparison site icelolly.com has partnered with travel industry experts, Trending Travel. The new “Inspire and Compare” booking funnel created through the partnership provides travel…
Icelolly.com announces partnership with Trending Travel
Holiday comparison site icelolly.com has announced a new partnership with travel industry experts, Trending Travel. The new “Inspire and Compare” booking funnel created through the…
Hays Travel announces first post pandemic profit
The UK's largest travel firm Hays Travel has announced a return to profit for the first time since the start of the pandemic.
London’s MICE industry continues to scale up
London’s MICE industry continues to go from strength to strength in 2022 with an impressive roster of new openings and developments.
Aer Lingus to restart daily direct flights to Hartford from 26 March
Aer Lingus is to restart its daily service to Hartford, Connecticut, direct from Dublin, as the airline continues to rebuild and grow its transatlantic network.
EasyJet increases Scottish capacity
EasyJet is to place a ninth aircraft at Edinburgh airport as it expands its presence in Scotland.
British Airways partners with British Red Cross
British Airways has announced a three-year partnership with the British Red Cross as part of its BA Better World Community Fund programme, supporting communities across the UK in times of…
Reshaping Travel Together: World Travel Market London 2022
Reshaping Travel Together: World Travel Market London 2022 will take place on 7 - 9 November at ExCeL London. Together, let’s inspire one another with the passion that makes this the…
Ryanair and 15below celebrate 20-year partnership
15below celebrates 20 years of working together with Ryanair this month and continues to grow the partnership with a new contract extension
London City Airport invests £12m in upgradation
London City Airport today unveils a major investment in refurbishing its departure area to enhance the customer experience for its passengers and celebrate London businesses and brands.
Plan your holiday in the scenic coastal town Dunbar
UK holiday home provider, Verdant Leisure, is launching six new lodge pitches, and 34 caravan pitches, along the stunning North Sea coast of East Lothian, amid sustained interest in UK …
Rail sees popularity boost as business travellers seek to avoid “travel dead time”
New research from Trainline Partner Solutions (TPS) shows rail travel is seeing a boost in popularity among business travellers, as hybrid working patterns become the norm and employees…
A spook-tacular Halloween at Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire
The nights are getting darker and pumpkins are beginning to appear. With Halloween just around the corner forget about the tricks this October and treat yourself to the ultimate family…
Britain to propose asylum ban on English Channel migrants
The United Kingdom’s Minister, Suella Braverman, has said that they will introduce a new plan which would prohibit the entry of migrants who cross the English Channel from claiming asylum.
British Airways is reviewing its uniform policy
British Airways is reviewing its uniform policy after Virgin Atlantic said it no longer required staff to wear ‘gendered uniform options’.
Spanish sun or UK staycations?
With the increase in temperatures, coupled with the ongoing chaos at many UK airports, many families may be questioning whether to ditch their plans for a break in the Spanish sun for a…
People prioritize holidays
New figures indicate that people are continuing to prioritise holidays and other experiences as travel returns to post-pandemic normality with summer holiday daily spending doubling compared…
Virgin Atlantic Introduces New Non-Binary Employee Policy
As part of its updated gender identity policy, Virgin Atlantic now permits all of its employees, regardless of their gender, gender identity, or gender expression, to wear any of the…
Viking takes delivery of second expedition ship
Viking has announced it has taken delivery of the Viking Polaris, the company’s second purpose-built expedition ship.
The delivery ceremony took place on 27 September at…
Japan resumes visa-free travel brings record breaking demand
Japan’s announcement on 22 September that the country will finally restore visa-free travel for international visitors from October 11, as well as relaxing border control measures and…
BA to the Far East
British Airways (BA) is to return to Hong Kong and Tokyo.
Haneda (HND), Tokyo’s main airport, nine miles across Tokyo Bay and on the metro network, will see BA returning on an initial…
Business travellers need to avoid ‘travel dead time’ fuels rail demand
New research from Trainline Partner Solutions (TPS) shows rail travel is seeing a boost in popularity among business travellers, as hybrid working patterns become the norm and employees seek…
Marella Cruises removes pre-cruise testing across its fleet for international cruising
Marella Cruises has announced the relaxation of its travel testing policy and removed all pre-cruise testing for international cruising.
The market leader in the UK market for…
MICE Associations to meet at Cvent CONNECT Europe from 4 – 6 Oct
More than 2,300 industry professionals have registered for the multi-day hybrid experience of Cvent CONNECT Europe from 4 - 6 October.
Loganair moots for local renewable energy projects
The UK’s largest regional airline, Loganair, has announced that it will award a further £30,000(approx. USD 33,546.60) to organisations across the UK and Northern Ireland in support of local…
Aer Lingus to fly to Cleveland from 19 May 2023
Aer Lingus is to launch a new transatlantic route for summer 2023 which will see the airline operate its first service to Cleveland in Ohio, with connections from nine UK airports.
ABTA LifeLine to launch employee appeal at The Travel Convention
With the cost-of-living crisis and an increasing number of people seeking support from ABTA LifeLine, the charity will be launching its £2 (USD 2.22) per employee appeal in Marrakech and…
Visit Scotland: Ways to live like a modern-day witch
The idea of witchcraft has always held an important place in Scottish stories: from ancient legends to some of the most popular films and TV series of the present day. Scotland’s …
Marketing guru Steven Bartlett to hit the stage at WTM London
Dragon’s Den star and international brand guru Steven Bartlett has been unveiled as a headline speaker at World Travel Market London.
Marketing guru Steven Bartlett to hit the stage at WTM…
Qatar Airways And British Airways Form The Largest Airline Joint Venture
Qatar Airways and British Airways have completed the next phase of their partnership development, providing worldwide access to more countries than any other airline joint venture.…
Inverlochy Castle to expand with ambitious renovation project
Iconic Highland country hotel Inverlochy Castle has unveiled plans to meticulously restore its listed stables and create eight new bedrooms to help meet high guest demand.
SkyTeam Alliance welcomes new member airline
SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, and Virgin Atlantic have today announced that the UK airline will join as SkyTeam’s newest member in early 2023. Virgin Atlantic will become…
British Airways and Qatar Airways complete expansion
Qatar Airways and British Airways have completed the latest phase in the expansion of their partnership, offering global connectivity between more countries than any other airline joint…
British Airways announces partnership to launch dedicated online wine business
British Airways customers will soon be able to collect Avios towards their travels when ordering exclusively from a new online wine retailer.
Cities and countries with the most eco-conscious travellers
With the approach of World Tourism Day, which celebrates a number of causes, including rethinking the impact of tourism on the planet as well as the ever-growing popularity of sustainable…
Princess Cruises: Canada Removes all COVID-19 Restrictions
With today’s announcement from Transport Canada to remove all COVID-19 requirements to enter the country, Princess Cruises is prepared to welcome all guests on cruises visiting,…
easyJet to upgrade its Airbus A320 fleet with DPO
easyJet is to upgrade its A320 Family fleet with Airbus’ “Descent Profile Optimization” (DPO) – a fuel-saving enhancement to the aircraft’s on-board Flight Management System (FMS)…
Qatar Airways & British Airways form largest airline joint business
New joint business gives passengers enhanced access between destinations in Europe and the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Oceania
Qatar Airways & British Airways form largest airline…
UK’s most socially impactful airport
London Luton Airport, the UK’s fifth largest airport, flying 18 million passengers to 122 destinations, is giving back on a scale well beyond any other UK airport – 20x the amount per…
Heathrow invites new businesses to join its supply chain
Heathrow has today invited the SME community to reconnect with its multi-billion-pound supply chain. These SMEs can be a part of the airport’s continued recovery, contributing to the local…
Airline advertisements grounded across the UK in protest of fossil fuel burning
Campaigners are calling for tobacco-style advertising bans to curb demand on flights and prevent emissions from rising further.
Hotel bookings boom
Trip.com has revealed encouraging data showing hotel bookings boom across Europe and parts of Asia, as countries continue to relax pandemic travel restrictions which have dampened demand.
Winter ‘workcations’ for the Brits
With the cost of living on the rise, more Brits are being tempted to head overseas for a working holiday in order to save money on their bills during the colder months
NHS couple gets their dream wedding
NHS heroes, Dylan and Beth, celebrated their dream wedding in Edinburgh, thanks to Apex Hotels, in partnership with Operation Recuperation.
Consumer expectations heightened due to inflationary price hikes
A survey of over 2,000 working age adults has revealed that the perceived standard of UK customer service is slipping in the wake of record inflation.
Close to half (41%) of the…
Radisson Blu Hotel, Perth opens in the UK with 75 keys
Radisson Hotel Group launches Radisson Blu Hotel, Perth, the Scottish city on the River Tay known as the “Gateway to the Highlands” of Scotland. The hotel occupies a landmark property that…
‘Winter Sun’ campaign by Travel Counsellors
Despite the current squeeze on UK finances, Travel Counsellors is currently witnessing record bookings for winter and 2023 with forward bookings up +45% percent on pre pandemic levels.
More government support needed to support travel: ABTA
ABTA has said the government’s energy relief scheme will help to take the pressure off businesses dealing with rising energy bills but urged the Chancellor to provide further support through…
Dubai, Bangkok and London most popular for India outbound
Revealing travel trends for Indian tourists this festive season, Kayak stated that Dubai, Bangkok and London are the most popular international cities to visit.
Burnout expert to speak at World Travel Market London
World-renowned executive coach, burnout expert, inspirational speaker and author, Kelly Swingler, will be sharing her experience at WTM.
Burnout expert to speak at World Travel Market…
Now its Aéroport international Le Touquet-Paris-Plage Elizabeth II from 14 Oct
Touquet Paris-Plage (Hauts-de-France) airport, dubbed “France’s most British airport”, will be renamed in honour of the late Queen Elizabeth II.
7 expert planning tips for your next ‘workation’
Described as “the same job with more sand and better coffee”, the global searches for ‘working holiday’ have soared by 82.66% since April 2021 to July 2022.
Workation is a move, for…
Heathrow & the Queen’s funeral
In conjunction with British Airways and Virgin Atlantic plus the airline community at Heathrow, there is an operational change of aircraft movements today (Monday, 19 September) in…
Flights And Hotels Soar In London Before The Queen’s Funeral
Airlines and hotels have been accused of profiting from the Queen’s funeral by increasing prices and room rates up to sixfold this weekend.
According to the Mail, the cheapest…
Record number of travel agents attend ‘Taste of PATA’ London
Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), UK & Ireland recently hosted its annual flagship training event - TASTE of PATA in London.
Guesty acquires hotel management platform YieldPlanet & launches Guesty Distribution Hub
Short-term rental platform Guesty has announced the acquisition of hotel-focused revenue and distribution platform, YieldPlanet.
The acquisition expands Guesty’s offerings and…
How Will The Funeral Of The Queen Affect Aviation In The UK
The UK aviation industry is preparing for significant disruption ahead of Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral next week. The country’s aviation regulator and airport bosses have already…
Semi-private jet service Aero launches new routes for the winter season
Semi-private jet service Aero has announced its Winter routes to some of the most in-demand destinations across Europe and North America.
From mid-December onwards, Aero will fly from…
Q&A with…. Juliette Losardo, Exhibition Director of World Travel Market London
Q&A with…. Juliette Losardo, Exhibition Director of World Travel Market London
Startups laid off nearly 77,000 employees in 2022
A wave of layoffs has swept across the globe as companies struggle with slower business growth and rising labour costs. Thousands of companies have been forced to reduce costs and cut…
Uber teams up with National Rail, National Express and megabus to take the hassle out of booking travel
Uber Travel, the new door-to-door travel product from Uber, has unveiled a series of high-profile national partners to expand the modes of transport available in the UK.
Uber users…
World’s oldest toy store opens at Doha Hamad Airport
Hamleys toy retailer was founded by William Hamley as "Noah's Ark" in High Holborn, London, United Kingdom in 1760
World’s oldest toy store opens at Doha Hamad Airport
Keynote session at WTM London probes space tourism
It will be the first time that WTM London – the largest travel industry event globally – will feature space travel on its main stage
Keynote session at WTM London probes space tourism
The Queen has been a force for good
The World Travel & Tourism Council(WTTC) reacts to the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Over 54,000 pets carried in August 2022 on Eurotunnel
August was a record-breaking month for Eurotunnel with the largest number of pet crossings to date - a total of 54,501.
Oaky’s new design boosts customers’ room upgrade revenue by 75%
The travel industry is rebounding strongly and guests are making up for it by treating themselves to room upgrades and additional services. Oaky is helping hotels to leverage room…
Visitors crave tour guide tales
New research by VisitScotland for the Year of Stories has revealed that visitors still yearn for that human connection while visiting an attraction, taking part in a tour, or exploring a…
Air Transat launches 35th anniversary trade incentive
Air Transat has launched a special trade incentive to mark its 35th anniversary, enabling travel agents to receive cash rewards for every booking they make.
Domestic travel keeps US world’s biggest Travel & Tourism market
China and Germany hold onto second and third position while UK sees significant drop in the global Travel & Tourism GDP rankings
Domestic travel keeps US world’s biggest Travel…
Registration opens for World Travel Market London 2022
This year’s show is back to its pre-pandemic format, with hundreds of destinations exhibiting and brands showcasing their new products.
Registration opens for World Travel Market London…
Asian countries top list of best global cities for business tourism
A new study by UK card machine provider, Dojo, has revealed the best cities around the world that accommodate for business travel.
Travelling for business can be a great perk if you get…
Virgin Atlantic and IndiGo get new codeshare agreement
Virgin Atlantic and IndiGo announce a new codeshare between the UK and India, offering seamless connections and increased opportunities for frequent flyers to earn more points than ever…
Recovery delay warning from Ryanair
The energy price shock and recession will delay a post-Covid recovery this winter and through next year, Ryanair’s Chief Executive, Michael O’Leary, has warned. But in spite of this…
