Tour operator Responsible Travel will scrap flights of less than an hour by January 2022, as part of a broader push to cut emissions. Holiday company Responsible Travel is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a…
Thailand to reopen to vaccinated UK tourists
From November 1, fully vaccinated British tourists will be able to enter Thailand without having to quarantine, officials have said. The Thai prime minister, Prayuth Chan-ocha, has announced a reopening plan for travellers from 10…
Scenic to host UK agents on ultra-luxury yacht
In partnership with Cruise Saudi, the Saudi Tourism Authority and SAUDIA Airlines, 12 of Scenic’s key trade partners will embark on a five-day voyage on the Scenic Eclipse, in the Red Sea. Alongside media and…
Iata commits to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050
The global airline industry has committed to reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 by investing in sustainable fuel, carbon capture and zero-emissions power sources The International Air Transport Association (Iata) held its 77th Annual General…
MSC pledges to reach net zero emissions by…
The MSC Group has committed to reaching net zero emissions in its fleet within the next three decades MSC has pledged to reach zero greenhouse gas emissions in its cruise marine operation by 2050. The…
ABTA launches series of autumn events
Hybrid events, virtual training days and free webinars will be available through ABTA this autumn The Travel Association, ABTA, has launched an events schedule for this autumn for the travel industry and its Members. The…
Agency Trade Associations unite for stance on pandemic…
ABTA joined the Agency Trade Associations to speak in one voice for the travel industry on the recovery from the global pandemic Representing the travel industry on a global scale, the associations called on government…
Shearings doubles Warner Leisure Hotels capacity for 2022
Coach operator also increases capacity for Best of the UK range Shearings has doubled its capacity for Warner Leisure Hotels breaks in 2022 following high demand for the "upmarket" adult-only properties. The escorted coach operator…
Travel Convention: Early bird registrations to end soon
Early bird registration fees to end on Wednesday September 15 Delegates planning to attend this year’s Travel Convention are being urged to sign up soon to avoid paying standard rate fees. Early bird registrations for…