Articles by Date : January 01 0220 - January 31 0220

Consumers increasingly discerning over luxury, says report
Britain's richest consumers are becoming increasingly discerning when it comes to booking luxury breaks, a survey suggests. The Kuoni World Class... more
(07 August 2008 07:30)

Hilton Hotels launches UK's first Hilton Garden Inn
Hilton Hotels said travel agents will play a vital part in the success of its mid - range brand Hilton Garden Inn. more
(06 August 2008 08:00)

Africa: Kenya recovery continues as tourists return
As the political situation in Kenya stabilises, Michelle Perrett reveals that tourists are returning to the beach and safari favourite more
(07 August 2008 02:00)

Freedom most important part of luxury holiday, says Kuoni report
Freedom is the most important aspect of a luxury holiday, the Kuoni World Class Luxury Report 2008/09 has revealed. more
(06 August 2008 00:01)

Barclays Private Equity acquires major stake in ATP
Barclays Private Equity has bought a £73 million stake in travel management company ATP International Group. more
(25 July 2008 15:00)

Agents should flag up danger of malaria, says leading professor
A leading professor has called on travel agents to take ­ responsibility for educating travellers about the risk of ­contracting malaria abroad more
(07 August 2008 09:00)

Consumers unwilling to pay for green air travel, says research
Consumers have become less willing to pay for the environmental cost of flying as the economy tightens. That is... more
(07 August 2008 08:30)

Closure of Cyprus and Greece Direct hits at least 100 holidaymakers
Tour operator Cyprus and Greece Direct Ltd ceased trading on August 1. more
(06 August 2008 09:00)

Elite Travel Group announces restructure
Elite Travel Group has announced a management restructure following the resignation of general manager Nigel Ham last week. more
(06 August 2008 14:00)

BAA sues Ryanair over landing charges
Airport operator BAA has begun legal proceedings against Ryanair for non-payment of landing changes. more
(06 August 2008 09:45)

Lastminute.com offers reduced-price overseas phone calls
Lastminute.com is offering customers the chance to make cheaper overseas mobile phone calls. more
(06 August 2008 09:15)

BA sees fall in economy passengers
British Airways' latest traffic figures suggest rising fares and falling consumer spending are driving economy passengers out of the air. more
(06 August 2008 09:30)

Kuoni to expand direct-sell shop network
Kuoni is to open up to six more high-street shops selling just its own product but denies it has any plans to move away from the trade... more
(06 August 2008 09:15)

Ryanair reverts to including taxes in fares
Ryanair's website has returned to displaying fares with tax and charges included after serveral weeks of breaching Office of Fair Trading rules. more
(06 August 2008 08:30)

Two aircraft in minor collision at Manchester Airport
Two aircraft have been involved in a minor "wingtip" collision at Manchester Airport. more
(05 August 2008 15:30)

Hoseasons: travel agents are benefiting from UK break surge
Hoseasons claims travel agents are reaping the rewards from the popularity of UK breaks. more
(05 August 2008 15:30)

AITO appoints new executive director
The Association of Independent Tour Operators has appointed Kate Kenward as its new executive director. more
(05 August 2008 14:00)

Derek Jones quits TUI Travel
TUI distribution director Derek Jones has resigned after 20 years with the travel giant. more
(05 August 2008 09:15)

Cyprus and Greece Direct ceases trading
Tour operator Cyprus and Greece Direct Ltd has ceased trading, ABTA has confirmed today. more
(05 August 2008 14:25)

Travel entrepreneurs launch online agency
The Internet Traveller has been launched as an online travel agency by two former First Choice staff. The retailer is trading as part of The Freedom.... more
(05 August 2008 12:00)