Articles by Date : January 01 0103 - January 31 0103

Rising costs put future of regional airports at risk
Regional flights will cost more from next year and the future of some UK regional airports will be at risk as costs rise. more
(20 November 2008 10:40)

Downturn and recovery: The outlook for travel
There is broad agreement the UK is in recession, but how badly it will affect the travel industry is less clear. Ian Taylor looks at the latest.... more
(20 November 2008 01:00)

Celebrity Solstice launch marks end of six-year break in shipbuilding
The launch of Celebrity Solstice marks the end of a six-year break in new ship building for Celebrity Cruises. more
(20 November 2008 08:00)

Travel agent reviews of Celebrity Solstice
Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Solstice was launched recently in Fort Lauderdale. Three travel agents give their views on the ship. more
(20 November 2008 10:20)

Blastland predicts 'tough times' for leisure travel
The leisure trade must expect tough times next year with fewer people travelling, two leading industry figures have warned more
(20 November 2008 08:30)

Independent agents find new ways to boost business
Independent travel agents are looking at new way s to boost their businesses... more
(20 November 2008 08:40)

Cruiselines plan bigger peak sales campaigns
Cruiselines are planning bigger and better peak season sales campaigns that focus on value to kick-start 2009 sales. more
(20 November 2008 08:00)

SPAA steps up lobbying efforts
The Scottish Passenger Agents’ Association is hosting a dinner for Scottish MPs in Westminster to step up its lobbying efforts. more
(20 November 2008 08:00)

Travel agents warned of rules on selling scheduled failure insurance
Travel agents seeking extra protection for themselves and their customers need to be aware of the impact of new Financial Services Authority.... more
(20 November 2008 08:00)

Travel agent pays tribute to late husband
Travel agent Charlotte Bell is paying tribute to her late husband by running her first half-marathon... more
(19 November 2008 19:00)

Doubletree by Hilton launches first London hotel
Doubletree by Hilton launched its first hotel in London today and revealed global expansion plans for the brand. more
(20 November 2008 08:00)

Moroccan Travel Market 2009
The Moroccan Travel Market (MTM) is an international tourism fair for travel industry professionals - find out what it has to offer, and how you can.... more
(20 November 2008 17:23)

Thomas Cook marks 200 years since founder's birth
Thomas Cook is celebrating the 200th anniversary of the birth of its founder with the launch of a tour retracing itineraries created 150 years ago. more
(20 November 2008 08:30)

Fuel advances 'will not solve CO2 emission woes'
Improvements in technology and alternative fuels will not solve the problem of greenhouse gas emissions for ­airlines, a leading aerospace expert has.... more
(20 November 2008 09:00)

Teleticket helps plug XL gap in Bristol
An emergency delegation at World Travel Market has persuaded tour operator Teleticket to help fill the gap in flights out of Bristol Airport. more
(20 November 2008 09:00)

Walking holidays in Peru: Inca Trail fact file
As part of a feature on less crowded alternatives to the Inca Trail, Janine Kelso takes a practical look at Peru's most famous walking route more
(20 November 2008 02:00)

Walking holidays in Peru: Alternatives to the Inca Trail
Peru may have Latin America's most celebrated walk, but don't overlook other treks. Janine Kelso suggests alternatives to the Inca Trail more
(20 November 2008 02:00)

Mystery Shopper: Travel agents in Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire
This week Mystery Shopper seeks a trip on the Inca Trail for a couple in their 50s. How will agents in Burton-on-Trent fare? more
(20 November 2008 02:00)

Opinion: Pound's fall will hit poorest tourism workers
The UK travel industry is worried about the effects of a weak pound, but it is those in poor countries who will suffer most, says Simon Calder more
(20 November 2008 01:00)

The outlook for travel: Key indicators
As part of a feature on the outlook for the industry, Ian Taylor looks at UNWTO tourism predictions, hotel bookings and revenue, and air traffic.... more
(20 November 2008 01:00)