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NewsBeetlejuice welcoming groups for first ever West End run
Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice! Say his name three times and he will appear. The Broadway hit is set to open at the Prince Edward Theatre in May 2026.
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GLT AwardsGTO of the Year® Joyce Cook on her Med cruise prize trip
Joyce Cook, who won Group Travel Organiser of the Year® in 2024, used her prize money on a Celestyal Cruise around the Mediterranean.
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FeaturesLynne Sharp: keeping active together
We spoke to Lynne Sharp about organising day trips and UK holidays for Ashford Active Retirement Association and how other local groups share ideas.
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SponsoredWest End hit SIX the Musical offers group discounts
Watch the video and find out about a show that sees the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to reclaim their identities out of the shadow of their infamous spouse.
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Destination GuidesItinerary idea: cider, steak and secret treasures in Hereford
Discover the perfect two-day group itinerary for Hereford, taking in the historic cathedral, world-famous cider heritage, and charming market town atmosphere in agriculturally rich Herefordshire.
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NewsDaish’s Holidays reports 12% rise in bookings for winter breaks
The coach holiday company has seen bookings for Turkey & Tinsel, Christmas, and Twixmas packages exceed previous records, prompting the reopening of a Newquay hotel.
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NewsWax on, wax off: Karate Kid musical offers group rates
Groups can take advantage of exclusive off-peak rates for the musical adaptation of the 1984 blockbuster, which tours UK venues from April 2026.
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NewsGLT Show 2026 exhibitor bookings 50% up
Organisers of the GLT Show have already confirmed a large uptake of exhibitor stands for next year’s event, which will take place on 8th October 2026 in Milton Keynes.
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NewsNorfolk castle launches immersive Traitors experience
Who among your group is truly faithful? You’ll be able to find out in a new Traitors experience launched at the historic Middleton Castle, which challenges participants to uncover the traitors.
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NewsJason Donovan returns to Rocky Horror Show 2026 UK tour
The Australian star will reprise his role as Frank ‘n’ Furter alongside Stephen Webb for selected dates on the 2026 UK tour, which opens in January.
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NewsHistoric Jennings Brewery reopens with tours and taproom
Historic Jennings Brewery in Cumbria has reopened its doors launching new brewery tours for groups to discover the heritage of the nearly 200-year-old site.
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NewsCoach friendly destinations and top tips inside 2026 guide
The 2026 edition of the Coaching Venues & Excursions Guide, published by Group Leisure & Travel, is now available in print and digital edition.
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NewsGroup rates available for The Curious Incident UK tour
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, adapted from Mark Haddon’s multi-million-selling novel, will begin touring UK theatres next September.
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NewsLeShuttle transforming UK and French terminals
The project will take place over the next five years with the aim of creating a more modern, seamless, efficient and sustainable experience for millions of travellers who pass through.
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NewsGTO heads underground on Hidden London tour
Jenny Hillman reports back from her group’s guided tour of the tunnels beneath London’s streets which she won as part of the Group Leisure & Travel 30th anniversary celebrations.
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NewsSail Croatia offers savings on group charters for 2026
The small ship cruise operator is targeting groups with discounted rates on its Elegance and Explorer fleets, plus savings on cycle-themed cruises.
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NewsTower of London river cruise launches on UK’s first electric tour boat
The new 40-minute Thames tours, run by Historic Royal Palaces and Woods Tours, have been narrated by the co-creator of the BBC’s Ghosts.
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ColumnSleep tourism, travel insurance and using AI to plan holidays
The rise of ‘sleep tourism’, travel insurance fibs and why we should be cautious of using bots to plan group trips are all up for discussion for our opinionated organiser.
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InterviewAntiques Roadshow’s Mark Smith on 40 years of battlefield tours
Antique Roadshow’s medals and militaria expert Mark Smith talks about why everyone should do a battlefields tour and what he loves about the BBC show.
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NewsEU Entry/Exit: work to ensure coaches aren’t delayed
The Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT) has been working on behalf of operators to ensure that coaches aren’t delayed before boarding ferries or trains when the new border checks are in force.