WTTC Summit: Visas are the big issue
Ian Jarrett - Apr 19, 2026
Industry leaders attending the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) Global Summit in Tokyo have called for governments to improve…
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Fred Olsen pulls out of Thomas Cook
Linsey McNeill - Apr 18, 2026
Cruise line Fred Olsen is believed to have become the first supplier to end its relationship with Thomas Cook…
Independent retailer goes under
Linsey McNeill - Apr 18, 2026
Gwent-based online travel retailer Holidays Your Way, trading as traveldaddy.co.uk has ceased trading. Passengers who booked holidays through the…
Comment: Tips for dealing with complaints online
Linsey McNeill - Apr 18, 2026
Customer service expert Mario Dolcezza of Diciamo explains why it's vital travel agency staff don't ignore complaints made via social…
ATTN travel agents: are you looking at this rapidly growing market?
David - Apr 17, 2026
Theme cruising that ranges from music lovers to motorcycle aficionados is rapidly growing in popularity "Coupled with heightened awareness about…
Visit USA launches Facebook for Australian agents
Ian Jarrett - Apr 17, 2026
The Visit USA Organisation Australia has launched a Facebook page for the Australian travel trade. The dedicated page is designed…
Four travel firms top profit league tables
Diane - Apr 16, 2026
Four travel firms have made the Sunday Times’ Profit Track 100 league table. Airline Services, which cleans, de-ices and maintains…
CAA gives trade lifeline over ATOL changes
Bev - Apr 16, 2026
The CAA has agreed to treat May as a test period for the new ATOL regulations. It issued a statement…
Registration opens for first all-inclusive ABTA Convention
Bev - Apr 16, 2026
Registration is now open for ABTA's Convention in Antalya, Turkey for those signed up for Priority Booking. Registration for all…
ABTA reveals details of scheme to save agents time and money
Linsey McNeill - Apr 13, 2026
ABTA has revealed details of a combined bonding facility being offered to members under the ABTA-ATOL Joint Administration Scheme. …
Smaller group tour trend satisfying for Tauck and travelers
David - Apr 12, 2026
Tauck’s small group departures with only 20-24 guests have been so successful that bookings have improved by more than 40%…
Traveler dissatisfaction with OTAs creating new opportunities for personalized service
David - Apr 12, 2026
Travelers are growing more and more unhappy with OTAs and supplier websites, giving traditional agents and agencies a chance to…
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