Articles by Date : March 01 2006 - March 31 2006

Does your job match your star sign?
Does your job match your star sign, or is it time for a change? Read our horoscopes to find out... more
(23 March 2006 17:22)

Kenya: Overlanded gentry
Teresa Machan goes native in the Kenyan bush more
(30 March 2006 14:00)

Getting the most out of fam trips
Fam trips can be invaluable for selling holidays, just don't go thinking it's a free trip - there's work involved. Linsey McNeill tells you what to.... more
(31 March 2006 17:21)

Mystery Shopper: Penrith, Cumbria
Each week, Mystery Shopper calls on agents across the UK to check agency appearance, brochure racking, product knowledge, sales technique and staff.... more
(31 March 2006 17:01)

Maureen: the travel industry’s favourite columnist
A former colleague who couldn't keep away from the industry and a client who couldn't stay away from the bar made for a roller-coaster week more
(30 March 2006 15:55)

£1 holidaymaker levy defeat
Campaigners for a £1 holidaymaker levy have been forced to admit defeat after the House of Lords voted against including it in the Civil Aviation.... more
(30 March 2006 14:02)

Trade told to prepare for BA strikes
TRAVEL agents have been advised to prepare for disruption to British Airways' services amid fears of another summer of strikes. The carrier is.... more
(30 March 2006 14:00)

Flexible roster system for First Choice travel agents
FIRST Choice is to introduce a computerised staff-roster system that will require travel agents to work flexible hours to fit in with busy periods. .... more
(30 March 2006 14:01)

Tour operator threatens to abandon Malta
There are fears for the future of tourism to Malta amid threats from a major tour operator to ditch the destination. At a meeting with tourism.... more
(30 March 2006 14:01)

Virgin targets growth in Middle East
Virgin Atlantic's first Middle Eastern route between Heathrow and Dubai will spearhead a bid to grab a 10% slice of the market. Virgin launched a.... more
(30 March 2006 13:59)

Festival fun in Iceland
David Atkinson finds out what’s on offer for foodies, music fans and wildlife lovers more
(30 March 2006 14:00)

Your guide to selling: weddings and honeymoons
When it comes to weddings, it’s time to think outside the box and brush up on your pre and post-wedding sales skills. Emily Williamson explains more
(30 March 2006 14:00)

The Troubleshooters - 23rd March 2006
Whatever your question, Travel Weekly's panel of experts has got the experience and knowledge to solve it. This week, how to raise your profile on a.... more
(23 March 2006 16:35)

Comment: Travel Weekly says
I MAKE no apology of returning to the issue of fair pay with the shocking stats out this week that travel agent staff are among the worst paid in the.... more
(23 March 2006 14:00)

Agency salaries falling
AGENCY salaries are falling as many employers fail to give staff an annual wage rise and some offer below-inflation pay increases. A poll by.... more
(23 March 2006 14:01)

Maureen: the travel industry's favourite columnist
It’s one thing to forget your handbag when you make a train journey; it’s another thing entirely to book a holiday and almost end up on the wrong.... more
(23 March 2006 15:22)

Be good to your staff, says Hoseasons boss
COMPANIES that embrace the web, employ flexible staff such as homeworkers and instil a sense of fun in the workplace will be at the forefront of.... more
(24 March 2006 11:10)

Mystery Shopper: Lancaster, Lancashire
Each week, Mystery Shopper calls on agents across the UK to check agency appearance, brochure racking, product knowledge, sales technique and staff.... more
(23 March 2006 16:20)

Greece: Small islands in the sun
The small but perfectly formed Cyclades islands offer culture, luxury and stunning scenery more
(23 March 2006 14:00)

Hoseasons boss says improving staff morale will pay off in future
COMPANIES that embrace the web, employ flexible staff such as homeworkers and instil a sense of fun in the workplace will be at the forefront of.... more
(23 March 2006 13:58)