Articles by Date : February 01 2006 - February 28 2006

Workplace: Getting your fair share
Job sharing is on the rise, especially among women returning from maternity leave. But is the travel industry ready to embrace this flexible working?.... more
(24 February 2006 10:02)

Jobs to go at Bridge Travel
BRIDGE Travel staff face the threat of redundancy as the BCT Travel Group undergoes a restructure. A spokesman refused to say exactly how many.... more
(23 February 2006 13:59)

Thomas Cook cuts jobs to save £20m
JOB cuts announced by Thomas Cook this week will save the travel giant £20 million a year as it merges its tour operations into a single division. more
(23 February 2006 14:01)

Maureen: the travel industry’s favourite columnist
Whether it be a young couple, an old lady or a farmer, clients of all shapes and sizes never cease to amaze me with their demands more
(03 February 2006 16:31)

Maureen: the travel industry’s favourite columnist
Sat-nav technology is definitely a must-have for travel. But sex-change suntan lotion is a questionable suitcase addition more
(10 February 2006 16:21)

Maureen: the travel industry's favourite columnist
I welcomed in the new and said goodbye to the not so old at the Hong Kong Tourism Board’s party to celebrate the Chinese new year of the dog more
(17 February 2006 16:12)

Maureen: the travel industry's favourite columnist
A colleague’s trip to Rome was helped by good restaurants and good sports, while back home family bookings had to be weathered more
(24 February 2006 14:31)

The Troubleshooters - 24th February 2006
Problem in store? You need The Troubleshooters. Travel Weekly has picked seven industry experts to give you the benefit of their experience and.... more
(24 February 2006 00:00)

Hotels: Benefits of association
How do hotel associations work and what do they offer agents? The UK director of Leading Hotels explains more
(28 February 2006 14:00)

Mystery Shopper: Exeter, Devon
Each week, Mystery Shopper calls on agents across the UK to check agency appearance, brochure racking, product knowledge, sales technique and staff.... more
(24 February 2006 13:12)

5 of the best UK shopping breaks
Whether it’s that pair of Emma Hope shoes you want, or a little black dress from Harvey Nichols, a trip to London is no longer necessary – retail.... more
(24 February 2006 09:13)

48 hours in Johannesburg
Despite the changing times, Jane Dunford finds a strong sense of history in the South African city and neighbouring Soweto more
(24 February 2006 09:49)

Canada: Clown around on ice
Snow and sub-zero temperatures are not a problem for Canadians, and all part of the fun for visitors, writes Teresa Machan... more
(24 February 2006 09:46)

Malta: Old timer has spring in its step
Jane Dunford discovers how an accommodation revolution has opened up Malta to a new market more
(24 February 2006 09:34)

Luxury: It’s the simple things in life
Can you have too much luxury? Beverley Fearis finds out at a Caribbean resort where less equals more more
(24 February 2006 09:27)

Froggatt promotion to the States
Martin Froggatt is to move to the US following a promotion. He will take over as operations vice-president of US tour operator Europe Express,.... more
(23 February 2006 14:00)

Mark Warner acts to stop online discounting
Mark Warner is trying to prevent travel agencies from promoting their businesses by using its name on Internet search engines in an attempt to stop.... more
(23 February 2006 14:00)

OFT launches ABTA probe
THE Office of Fair Trading has launched a probe into ABTAs conduct just six months after it was granted OFT approved status. more
(23 February 2006 14:02)

Hogg Robinson buys US-based agency
Hogg Robinson has bought Connecticut-based business travel agency Robustelli World Travel for an undisclosed sum. more
(22 February 2006 12:22)

Offer breaks after difficult calls, says HSE
TRAVEL firms with call centres should allow staff to take breaks after difficult customer calls to minimise workplace stress, according to the.... more
(17 February 2006 09:51)