Articles by Date : May 01 2005 - May 31 2005

Dawson drops brochures
Dawson Marketing Services is ditching its travel brochure distribution arm after 24 years, blaming fierce price competition for the move. The.... more
(26 May 2005 14:00)

P&O fights back with ad campaign
P&O Ferries has launched a multi-million pound advertising campaign and a new air fare-style pricing model in a bid to turn around the fortunes.... more
(23 May 2005 12:27)

Temporary measures
There are many reasons why working as a temp in the travel industry can be beneficial. more
(12 May 2005 14:00)

Place your bets
Doing a work placement is a great way of getting into the travel industry. Juliet Dennis reports more
(26 May 2005 14:00)

Quiz: Know the US market?
As Pow Wow kicks off in New York this week, here is a timely test of all things American with a holiday angle. Lisa James sets the questions. Answer.... more
(05 May 2005 14:00)

Be your own man
If you think homeworking is only for mums who want to spend more time at home with the kids and earn some extra cash, think again. Beverley Fearis.... more
(19 May 2005 14:00)

Ryanair profits rise by 19%
No-frills airline Ryanair celebrates 20 years of flying today with latest figures showing a 19% increase in passenger figures and post-tax.... more
(31 May 2005 15:02)

Virgin profit hits £68 million
Virgin Atlantic made a pre-tax profit of £68 million for the 12 months to the end of February 2005 – its highest profit for six.... more
(27 May 2005 11:01)

EasyJet Half-Year Loss 'In Line With Expectations'
EasyJet said the widening of its first half loss is in line with expectations, with profits expected to continue to be below last year's.... more
(24 May 2005 11:27)

CAA gives go-ahead for Midconsort ATOL
THE Civil Aviation Authority has approved Midconsort’s group ATOL which will see the consortium contract directly with suppliers –.... more
(26 May 2005 14:00)

Kashmir seeks FCO advice change
The Indian tourist office has hosted a group of operators on a trip to Kashmir in an attempt to persuade the Foreign and Commonwealth Office to.... more
(26 May 2005 14:00)

St Andrews Travel sold to South African group
South African resort owner the Zorgvliet Group has agreed a seven-figure sum to buy St Andrews Travel as it tries to establish a foothold in.... more
(26 May 2005 14:00)

Government urged to set £1 consumer levy on all flights
Consumers could be paying an extra £1 on every flight they book by this time next year to protect themselves against scheduled airline.... more
(26 May 2005 14:00)

Trading standards warns on window displays
The rise in dynamic packaging by high-street travel agents has led to a trading standards crackdown on window cards. Going Places is the.... more
(26 May 2005 14:00)

Ferryfile: Sailing through a storm
Falling fares and chaos in Calais have hit Channel ferry operators more
(26 May 2005 14:00)

Sailing holidays: Float your boat with commission
Take the plunge when booking a sailing break more
(26 May 2005 14:00)

Pow Wow: Visitor figures gather pace...
...but record levels still way off more
(26 May 2005 14:00)

Florida: Watery sunset
Florida’s pristine natural attractions shouldn’t be bypassed in favour of theme parks more
(26 May 2005 14:00)

Ferryfile: Return to profit for Stena Line
Ferry operator cites efficiency and costs as crucial more
(26 May 2005 14:00)

Positive Outlook for Hilton
Hilton Group has said it expects its hotels revenue to continue improving throughout 2005, following a 9.6% boost over the first four months of.... more
(20 May 2005 13:24)