Articles by Date : January 01 0106 - January 31 0106

Carnival first cruiseline to sign up with Travel TV
Carnival Cruise Line has become the first cruise operator to sign up with Travel TV. Travel TV sales and marketing director Martin Lomax said the.... more
(16 December 2008 10:30)

Thailand attempts to restore confidence after Bangkok protests
The protests that closed two Bangkok airports stranding thousands of passengers were not aimed at tourists, said the Thailand Ambassador Kitti.... more
(16 December 2008 08:00)

Sunvil revamps brand for first time in its history
Tour operator Sunvil has revamped its brand for the first time in its history as it launches a national TV, radio and press advertising campaign. more
(16 December 2008 10:00)

Bedbank.com launches trade ski website
Accommodation-only specialist Bedbank.com has launched a dedicated trade ski website following demand from agents. more
(16 December 2008 08:00)

Thomson and Hoseasons sign deals with holiday homes site
Travel companies Thomson and Hoseasons have signed up properties to holiday home rentals website Direct Holiday Bookings. more
(16 December 2008 09:40)

Cruise: News, features, video and photos for travel agents
Cruise videos and links to all our latest news, features, photos and blog posts from this booming market more
(17 April 2008 09:00)

Crystal Cruises eliminates fuel surcharge for 2009
Crystal Cruises has eliminated its fuel surcharge for all 2009 sailings due to the drop in fuel prices more
(15 December 2008 17:00)

Worldchoice offers agents business consultant advice
Worldchoice is offering members access to an independent business consultant who will advise agents how to 'work smarter' in the current trading.... more
(16 December 2008 09:00)

P&O Cruises to launch multi-million pound TV advertising campaign
P&O Cruises is to launch a multi-million pound TV advertising campaign on Boxing Day aimed at highlighting the range of experiences on offer on each.... more
(15 December 2008 15:00)

Downturn continues to hurt UK hoteliers
UK hoteliers are continuing to feel the effects of the global economic downturn with a fall in room rates, occupancy levels and room yields last.... more
(15 December 2008 15:30)

BMI axes fuel surcharges on regional flights
BMI will no longer include fuel surcharges in fares for regional services from Wednesday. more
(15 December 2008 14:00)

Agents to face legal demands over Freedom Flights refunds
Summonses were issued against online travel retailer Travel Republic and its managing director yesterday on charges of breaching civil aviation.... more
(12 December 2008 12:00)

Only half of British visitors signed up to new US visa system
Only half of the British people travelling to the United States next month have registered with the new Electronic System for Travel Authorisation.... more
(14 December 2008 08:00)

Pontin's reduces VAT on holidays for 12,000 customers
Domestic holiday camp operator Pontin's is finalising a six-figure sum reduction in VAT payments for 12,000 holidaymakers before Christmas. more
(15 December 2008 10:10)

Benn warns against pollution breach at Heathrow
Environment secretary Hilary Benn has warned the government should not consider breaching European pollution limits to allow expansion at.... more
(15 December 2008 10:00)

TUI Travel welcomes CAA decision to pursue ATOL breach agents
TUI Travel has welcomed the Civil Aviation Authority's decision to seek refunds from agents who have sold dynamic packages without ATOL protection. more
(12 December 2008 15:00)

Abercrombie and Kent to open outlet in Harrods
Luxury tour operator Abercrombie and Kent is to have a retail outlet in Harrods from February. more
(12 December 2008 12:00)

UK trade holding up well for Silversea
The UK trade is holding up well in the cruise market says Silversea Cruises. Silversea Cruises director of marketing UK, Ireland and Middle East.... more
(12 December 2008 11:29)

Co-operative Travel to announce tour operation in New Year
The Co-operative Travel has confirmed it is likely to make an official announcement about the launch of its tour operation in January. The group.... more
(12 December 2008 11:30)

Lowcost Travel Group acquisition of Resorthoppa will drive down prices
The acquisition of Resorthoppa by the Lowcost Travel Group should drive down the prices of both while helping them grow. more
(12 December 2008 11:00)