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New Frontiers offers government-funded coaching

Travel recruitment specialist New Frontiers has launched a a government funded coaching service to help directors of small and medium sized travel companies survive during the recession. A group of experienced business executives and specialists, who have previously run ...  More >
21 April 2009

Opinion: Budget letter points the way forward for ABTA

As a youngster I remember, probably like most people, being told that children should be seen and not heard. And my kids were certainly told the same as they grew up. But it’s a philosophy that I’d never subscribe to as an adult. Speaking up for yourself with confidence is definitely a sign of ...  More >
21 April 2009

Bristol Airport up for sale

The owners of Bristol Airport are thought to be seeking a buyer in a bid to raise cash. Australian bank Macquarie is sounding out potential buyers for the airport, according to reports. The debt-laden bank has infrastructure investments around the world but is trying to sell a number of assets ...  More >
20 April 2009

British holidaymaker killed in Australia

One British backpacker has been killed and four injured after a 4x4 crashed on Fraser Island in Queensland. The vehicle carrying a group of European tourists overturned on the beach on Saturday. Ian Davy, 22, from Yorkshire was killed at the scene along with an Italian woman. Two other ...  More >
20 April 2009

Flybe announces new route from Leeds to London Gatwick

Flybe is launching a new three times daily service from Leeds Bradford to London Gatwick from June 29. Flybe chief commercial officer Mike Rutter said: "Air services from London Gatwick to Leeds Bradford are of great strategic importance to Yorkshire and the North in general and we're delighted ...  More >
20 April 2009

Kuoni Group joins Travelife Sustainability System

Kuoni Group has joined the Travelife Sustainability System , the recognised system set up by the Federation of Tour Operators for sustainable tourism. Under the terms of the system all hotel partners are required to conduct an online self-assessment which gives Kuoni an indication of ...  More >
20 April 2009

ABTA to host cruise forum at Travel Convention

ABTA has revealed a Cruise Forum will be an integral part of this year's Travel Convention in Barcelona on October 6-9. The forum has been organised in partnership with the Association of Cruise Experts allowing delegates to follow a separate agenda.  This will include specialist ...  More >
17 April 2009

Liquidators of Freedom Direct Holidays in talks with interested parties

The liquidators of failed retailer and operator Freedom Direct Holidays are in talks with a number of companies interested in taking over the business. Retailer and operator Freedom Direct Holidays went into voluntary liquidation on Thursday, April 16. Liquidators RMT blamed the company's ...  More >
17 April 2009

Analysis: Tackling tourism's economic trade-off

Forum for the Future works with businesses and major cities to find ways to create a thriving economy that enhances people's quality of life and does not trash the planet. I've been an environmentalist most of my life, but also a keen traveller, so I am lucky to lead Forum's sustainable tourism ...  More >
17 April 2009

Four travel industry personalities to join Hall of Fame

Four well-known industry ­personalities are to join the prestigious British Travel ­Industry Hall of Fame , now in its 15th year. Finalists have also been announced for young entrepreneurs and managers, with the winners due to be announced on the night. The new members, who will ...  More >
17 April 2009

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