ABTA kicks off annual ‘Travel with confidence’ campaign with ‘Dream It’ phase Full Page image dhewitt@abta.co.uk Mon, 11/18/2024 - 08:00 Launching today, (18 November) the first phase of ABTA’s annual ‘Travel with confidence’ campaign is encouraging customers to start dreaming about their next holiday with an ABTA member.The main aim of the initial ‘Dream It’ […]
The right policy environment to help travel cut carbon Full Page image dhewitt@abta.co.uk Thu, 11/14/2024 - 09:29 This week world leaders are meeting for COP29 to discuss climate change and what the world needs to do next to stop temperatures rising beyond current targets.Every industry and business has a part to play, and travel is […]
ABTA reveals where people get their holiday inspiration Full Page image dhewitt@abta.co.uk Tue, 11/12/2024 - 08:00 Findings will support ABTA members’ marketing effortsFresh insight from ABTA’s Holiday Habits 2024-2025 research reveals where people go for information and inspiration when planning and researching their holidays – and that it varies significantly depending on age.Of the 12 […]
Nature is a big part of people's holiday experiences; we must take steps to preserve it Full Page image dhewitt@abta.co.uk Mon, 11/11/2024 - 12:38 This column was first published in TTG on 11 November 2024.When your customers come back from their holidays, what do they tell you they enjoyed most?I imagine the beaches, exploring the […]
ABTA to be involved in new Government Aviation Accessibility Task and Finish Group Full Page image dhewitt@abta.co.uk Thu, 11/07/2024 - 12:20 The Government has announced that ABTA will be among the organisations involved in a new expert group which will work to improve aviation accessibility, empower consumers and improve industry standards. The new Aviation Accessibility […]
A thriving industry at WTM Full Page image dhewitt@abta.co.uk Thu, 11/07/2024 - 09:10 As always, World Travel Market has been a productive opportunity for keeping in touch with members and colleagues from various parts of the industry. This year was clouded with sadness following the recent floods and tragic loss of life in Valencia and […]
ABTA LifeLine launches Winter Warmth support Full Page image dhewitt@abta.co.uk Mon, 11/04/2024 - 00:00 ABTA LifeLine recognises that for many in the industry this can be a difficult time of year. Higher energy and food costs can force people who are financially struggling to make the terrible choice between warmth or food.Lifeline is launching its […]
What does the Budget mean for travel? Full Page image dhewitt@abta.co.uk Thu, 10/31/2024 - 09:46 Yesterday the Chancellor delivered her first Budget of the Labour government. Much had been made in the months proceeding that tough decisions would need to be taken, and, at least in the short-term, the Budget announcements will make life more […]
ABTA responds to the Budget 2024 Full Page image dhewitt@abta.co.uk Wed, 10/30/2024 - 08:33 Mark Tanzer, Chief Executive of ABTA – The Travel Association said:“ABTA research shows that the travel industry is well positioned to boost economic growth over the coming years – but to do that, we need the government to put in place […]
ABTA Board of Directors and Council of Regions elections Full Page image dhewitt@abta.co.uk Thu, 10/24/2024 - 15:03 Following the close of nominations, ABTA is pleased to advise that Adam Murray, Group CFO EMEA, Flight Centre (UK) Ltd, has been re-elected to the ABTA Board.Nominations have been received from Giles Hawke of Royal Caribbean Ltd and […]
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