Tour Operators News - Financial News https://www.financial-news.co.uk/air-travel/tour-operators/ Reliable, up-to-date source for financial news distribution and PR. Find the latest news on insurance, banking, property and mortgages and more. Wed, 20 Nov 2024 17:07:34 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 https://www.financial-news.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/cropped-fav-32x32.png Tour Operators News - Financial News https://www.financial-news.co.uk/air-travel/tour-operators/ 32 32 Abtot Partners with Adventure Travel Networking https://www.financial-news.co.uk/abtot-partners-with-adventure-travel-networking/ Wed, 20 Nov 2024 14:42:12 +0000 https://www.financial-news.co.uk/?p=157452 In an exciting development, the Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust (Abtot) has entered into a partnership with Adventure Travel Networking (ATN). Abtot will serve as the trade partner and conference sponsor for the ATN Conference and Marketplace in February 2025. More than 250 travel trade members are expected to attend the event in London, [...]

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]]> 157452 Exoticca Joins Tipto, Strengthening Market Presence https://www.financial-news.co.uk/exoticca-joins-tipto-strengthening-market-presence/ Wed, 20 Nov 2024 11:04:45 +0000 https://www.financial-news.co.uk/?p=157306 Exoticca’s inclusion as the 24th member of Tipto marks a significant milestone in its effort to enhance its trade presence. The company has been raising its profile by joining notable associations like Atas earlier this year. Starting January 1st, Exoticca will leverage Tipto to expand its reach within the UK and Irish travel market. Chairman [...]

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]]> 157306 Remarkable Growth for CV Villas in October Trade Sales https://www.financial-news.co.uk/remarkable-growth-for-cv-villas-in-october-trade-sales/ Fri, 15 Nov 2024 15:47:24 +0000 https://www.financial-news.co.uk/?p=155480 CV Villas achieved a 27% increase in trade sales this October compared to last year, marking an extraordinary month for the company. The company’s focus on agent engagement is credited for the heightened sales figures and future bookings. A significant rise in bookings for 2025, particularly for destinations like Greece, Portugal, and Italy, was noted. [...]

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]]> 155480 Top Barrhead Travel Agents Embark on Exclusive Florida and Bahamas Trip https://www.financial-news.co.uk/top-barrhead-travel-agents-embark-on-exclusive-florida-and-bahamas-trip/ Fri, 15 Nov 2024 14:25:44 +0000 https://www.financial-news.co.uk/?p=155435 Barrhead Travel rewards top agents with a luxurious trip. The agents visited Universal Orlando Resort and a cruise in the Bahamas. The trip marked the second annual President’s Trip by the company. The initiative aims to enhance agents’ knowledge and motivation. Participating agents were selected from Barrhead Travel’s retail network. Barrhead Travel recently treated 20 [...]

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]]> 155435 Hays Travel to Hold 2025 Conference at Greek Venue https://www.financial-news.co.uk/hays-travel-to-hold-2025-conference-at-greek-venue/ Fri, 15 Nov 2024 08:56:15 +0000 https://www.financial-news.co.uk/?p=155230 Hays Travel has chosen the Aldemar Olympian Village in Greece as the site for its 2025 overseas retail conference, marking the first early announcement of such an event. The announcement was made by Chief Operating Officer Jonathon Woodall-Johnston during the 2024 event’s final night at Ela Excellence Resort Belek in Turkey. The upcoming conference is [...]

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]]> 155230 Giles Hawke Joins Abta Board Amid Strategic Changes https://www.financial-news.co.uk/giles-hawke-joins-abta-board-amid-strategic-changes/ Thu, 14 Nov 2024 16:17:16 +0000 https://www.financial-news.co.uk/?p=155050 Giles Hawke, representing Celebrity Cruises, has been elected to the Abta board, marking a significant leadership change. The election was highly contested by Paul Ludlow of Carnival plc, highlighting the strategic importance of the position. Hawke’s role as a non-executive member aims to enhance the board’s effectiveness for all members. His appointment follows his recent [...]

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]]> 155050 Notable Figures Address Aito Conference in Spain https://www.financial-news.co.uk/notable-figures-address-aito-conference-in-spain/ Thu, 14 Nov 2024 14:50:11 +0000 https://www.financial-news.co.uk/?p=154934 Benedict Allen and Huw Merriman headline the Aito conference in Valladolid, Spain. The event runs November 21-24 with the theme ‘Evolve & Thrive’. Merriman, ex-MP, advocated for easing travel restrictions during COVID-19. Allen is recognised for his exploration work and media presence. Industry leaders will discuss challenges faced by UK SME travel businesses. Benedict Allen, [...]

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]]> 154934 EasyJet Holiday Announces Ambitious Summer 2026 Line-up https://www.financial-news.co.uk/easyjet-holiday-announces-ambitious-summer-2026-line-up/ Thu, 14 Nov 2024 12:02:51 +0000 https://www.financial-news.co.uk/?p=154858 EasyJet is rolling out its largest-ever summer programme, set for 2026. Holiday offerings span over 70 destinations across Europe and North Africa. Exclusive savings of up to £200 are available for early bookers this November. More family-friendly options than ever, with additional free kids’ spots. Noteworthy packages include city breaks in major European capitals. EasyJet [...]

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]]> 154858 EasyJet holidays commits to traveller safety https://www.financial-news.co.uk/easyjet-holidays-commits-to-traveller-safety/ Thu, 14 Nov 2024 11:07:03 +0000 https://www.financial-news.co.uk/?p=154801 EasyJet holidays joins the Safer Tourism Pledge to enhance customer safety. The Pledge focuses on risk management and safety protocols within the travel industry. EasyJet holidays will share anonymised incident data to prevent traveller harm. The company aims to improve safety practices through collaboration and shared knowledge. Safer Tourism Foundation’s initiative aims to reduce preventable [...]

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]]> 154801 Growing Trend of Hybrid Holidays in 2025 https://www.financial-news.co.uk/growing-trend-of-hybrid-holidays-in-2025/ Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:55:47 +0000 https://www.financial-news.co.uk/?p=154398 Demand for hybrid holidays is on the rise, combining elements like cruises with land tours, as observed by Audley Travel partners. Audley Travel reports that 77% of agents see increased bookings for holidays with two distinct components, such as rail journeys with hikes. The trend towards early bookings is prevalent, with 72% of agents noting [...]

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