TIPTO supplier member Just Go Holidays has identified significant trade sales growth in the year to date and cites tour operator membership group, TIPTO, as the driving force behind this increase. Reporting a staggering 61% year on year uptick in trade revenue in the months from 01 January 2025 to 14 July 2025, Just Go Holidays can directly relate this to TIPTO and the sheer number of quality travel agents it has met face2face at this year’s training events. And, showing the true power of the travel trade, agent sales from TIPTO attendance is tracking ahead of the company’s overall sales revenue increase, which is up 47% on last year for the same timeframe (01 January-14 July 2024).   Having joined TIPTO in 2023, Just Go Holidays, part of the JG Travel Group, is coming to the end of its second year as a TIPTO member. Reaping the benefits of TIPTO’s tried and tested training event format, Just Go Holidays has met an average of 54 travel agents per event, attending their allocation of 18 of TIPTO’s 35 events in the past 12 months. And with a nationwide event tour, these agents span key geographical regions and agent attendees have offered a wide-ranging mix of retail experience (66% of attendees) and homeworkers (44% of attendees). Plus, almost 50% of this year’s agent event attendees have been completely new to TIPTO.   Comments Claire Dutton, Trade Sales Manager, JG Travel Group: “We are delighted with these revenue figures as we hit the halfway point this year. We are almost at the end of our second year with TIPTO and to already see such significant results demonstrates just how important the agent community is to driving our sales. TIPTO is integral to the trade sales strategy at Just Go and I know I could not have reached the number of agents I have this year without our membership.”   “I’ve travelled the length of the country, meeting quality agents face2face to update them on our news and product developments. Of particular focus was our European and Winter Sun programmes, which have seen significant sales on the back of the agents we have met and trained on the road.”   Agent feedback from Lorraine D, a Silver Travel Advisor supports this: “After meeting with Claire at TIPTO’s Manchester Roadshow event, I am delighted to say I’ve already booked two clients on the Jewel of Croatia tour. I wouldn’t have been able to do this without the in person training on the night. It certainly spurred me on to approach clients with the brand.”   TIPTO Chairman, Vishal Patel, adds: “It’s fantastic to hear the success stories of our supplier members. TIPTO is trusted by travel agents to bring them quality training opportunities in a fun and interactive environment that is conducive to gaining the knowledge needed to better sell our suppliers.”   “Our agent community is key to our suppliers’ success, and testimonials such as this are certainly a boost to our resolve to keep the quality of what we do high so that agents can convert those all-important enquires, driving significant revenue for our members.”   For more information on registering with TIPTO as a travel agent, or to find out about supplier membership, visit www.tipto.co.uk.   TIPTO is currently in its 26^th year of operation with 25 members including: Abercrombie & Kent / Cox & Kings, AmaWaterways, Ambassador Cruise Line, Blue Diamond Resorts, CroisiEurope, Do Something Different, DriveAway, Exoticca, Fred.\ Holidays, Gold Medal, Holiday Extras, Hurtigruten, Intrepid, JG Travel Group, Leger Shearings Group, Newmarket Holidays, Playa Hotels & Resorts, RateHawk, RCD Hotels, Red Sea Holidays, Scenic & Emerald Cruises, Titan, Travelpack, USAirtours, and Virgin Voyages.

TIPTO has launched its latest training incentive, with travel agents and homeworkers in with the chance to enjoy a champagne afternoon tea experience for two. This will be at TING on Level 35 of London’s iconic Shard building. The incentive requires agents to complete all available supplier training modules via www.tipto.co.uk. Running until 31 August 2024, agents will be automatically entered into the prize draw on completion of all modules. Agents that have previously held Gold Star status must complete any new or outstanding modules to maintain that status. Travel agents that currently hold Gold Star status can still enter the competition by liking or commenting on TIPTO’s social media post via the @TIPTOforTravelAgents page on Facebook. A winner will be picked at random once the competition closes and informed of their win in early September 2024. A voucher will be provided to enable them to claim their prize. Agents cam login or register at www.tipto.co.uk and complete all available training modules. TIPTO is now in its 25^th year with 25 members including: Ambassador Cruise Line, Blue Diamond Resorts, Celestyal Cruises, CroisiEurope, Gold Medal and Titan.   

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  Richard Forde, Chairman of TIPTO (the Truly Independent Professional Travel Organisation), shared insights into the organization's remarkable journey as it marks its 25th year. TIPTO, originally focused on independent agents, has evolved to include multiple agencies and adapt to industry changes, especially with the rise of homeworkers. The interview highlighted the diverse training formats TIPTO offers, from traditional road shows to innovative super shows. Forde emphasized the importance of maintaining quality through a rigorous voting process for operators and strategic networking to ensure a dynamic mix of attendees. The interview also revealed exciting plans, including VIP events and a Chairman's lunch, showcasing TIPTO's commitment to fostering connections and knowledge within the travel industry.