All Column articles – Page 3
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ColumnSocially distant outings and more quarantine rules
In the latest instalment, Gumpy Group Organiser shares his thoughts on a socially distant performance in London as well as the quarantine rules for Brits returning from Spain.
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ColumnProgressing slowly but surely towards future outings
Looking ahead to a brighter future in which we can travel and plan outings again, despite major incidents and stupidity.
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ColumnFace masks and banging the drum for tourism
Our monthly columnist addresses how more needs to be done to protect certain attractions and how organisers need to speak up to keep the tourism sector going.
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ColumnInventive researching, a positive cruise story and the issue of trust
Thoughts on virtual experiences, fake news and getting the balance right on a cruise story.
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ColumnKeeping positive in uncertain times
Grumpy Group Organiser offers his thoughts on mixed social distancing messages, support for the tourism industry and hope for the future.
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ColumnThe benefits of crafting and the best creative workshops
Julie shares a selection of the best creative craft workshops, all based in different parts of the UK, and suitable for all abilities.
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ColumnFear spreads quicker than a virus
In a world which is losing its head according to Grumpy Group Organiser, he shares his thoughts on the impacts social media during the Coronavirus outbreak and ridiculous selfies.
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ColumnNaturist holidays in 2020 and no entry for children at Pontins
GGO is back with another cracking column, covering three stories which might just make your hair curl.
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ColumnJulie Peasgood heads to the intriguing Portmeirion Village
Captivated at first sight - Julie shares her experience of a visit to the fairy tale Portmeirion in Snowdonia.
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ColumnStarting off the new fitness regime by scaling The O2
Julie tackles a 90-minute climb over the roof of the world-famous landmark in Greenwich, and still has a smile on her face!
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ColumnPositive thinking as we enter a new decade
Sound advice, travel risks and museums feature in this column as Grumpy Group Organiser kicks off 2020.
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How Ramblers Walking Holidays is helping to give back
Julie gets well and truly into the Christmas spirit by delving into the charity work by tour operator Ramblers Walking Holidays.
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ColumnWhat’s the most important thing about group travel?
Grumpy Group Organiser’s in a reflective mood as we say hello to the 20s, looking back on group travel, air flights - and even hygiene standards.
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ColumnJulie Peasgood on why cruise holidays are great for groups
Self-confessed cruise addict and TV presenter Julie Peasgood was one of the celebrity speakers at this year’s Group Leisure & Travel Show in Milton Keynes in October. Here are some of the snippets from her seminar session.
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ColumnSaving Thomas Cook under the Hays Travel banner
Grumpy Group Organiser reflects on a brilliant GLT Show, quieter flights and a company doing things the right way.
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ColumnThrill-seeking Julie takes on the Eden Project’s zip wire experience
Channelling her inner Enid Blyton, Julie Peasgood heads to Cornwall for the first of her adrenaline-junkie experiences, all in the name of group trips!
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ColumnA flurry of fake reviews and the UK’s worst airport
Moderating a monster and terrible airports are discussed in this column from Grumpy Group Organiser.
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ColumnThe beauty of the Cornish coast and life on set
Julie Peasgood explains how she fell in love with Cornwall’s seaside while filming her latest project.
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ColumnThe importance of the holiday brochure in the 21st century
Why ditching print is bad for business… plus blue passports and a Venice cruise ban, Grumpy Group Organiser has their say.
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ColumnHow to save money when on holiday
How Brits are the best at making their money go further and a few tricks of the trade.