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FeaturesSome of the places the GLT team have visited in 2019
The Group Leisure Travel team have been here, there and everywhere in 2019. We’ve picked out a handful of our favourite visits to help inspire your next group trip.
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Features
Special anniversaries and new openings for groups in 2020
We’ve rounded up some of the big new openings, special anniversaries and more taking place throughout next year, in one handy feature for group travel organisers to start planning their next outings.
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News
New themed 'micro-trips' from Rabbie’s Tours
The small-group tour operator has announced more UK and Ireland ’micro-trip’ experiences for next year.
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In pictures: 10 alternative city breaks to discover
Want to go where the locals are, rather than the tourists? Here’s a list of list of quirky destinations that are a bit more unfamiliar and undiscovered.
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Reader Club
Kew & Richmond: Gardens, inspiration & delicious treats
Readers joined us on our familiarisation visit to Richmond, taking in the unmissable Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew and the intriguing National Archives. Harry Rogers reports back from the whistle-stop tour of the borough.
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Annual VisitBritain survey reveals England’s most popular attractions
VisitBritain’s annual study on the number of visits to different attractions has been released, with two London sites taking first place in the top ten paid and free places to go.
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Airedale Tours launches its biggest programme to date for 2020
Airedale Tours has released more than 40 new group tours across the UK, Europe and worldwide.
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In pictures: The UK’s top 6 steam railway journeys
It’s full steam ahead as vintage trains from Scotland, England and Wales all make the list, perfect for a group day out on the tracks.
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8 of the most stunning new UNESCO World Heritage sites for 2019
A total of 29 new UNESCO World Heritage sites have been added to the official list for this year, including one for the UK. Here are 8 of our favourites.
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Reader Club
Hull & Beverley: A Reader Club trip full of surprise for GTOs
More than 70 group travel organisers headed to Hull Beverley for a three-day Reader Club trip to explore the area. Keeley Rodgers reports back on our huge familiarisation trip.
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The magic & mystery of Liverpool & Merseyside
GLT heads to Liverpool Merseyside to find out what’s new improved for groups.
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New hotels and events announced for Blackpool's 2019 season
VisitBlackpool has revealed details of what’s new for 2019 including exciting attractions, hotels and events.
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Features
Top UK destinations to visit this summer
All finalists of the 2018 Group Leisure Travel Awards, there’s no better time to visit these UK destinations.
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5 seaside spots for groups dreaming of sunny days
We look at five seaside locations to wash away the winter blues and have you dreaming of summer.
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5 Sun-sational English Heritage locations to add to the summer list
We round up five English Heritage properties that groups will want to have on their radars this summer.
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The 2019 RHS Flower Shows & Festivals you’ll want in your diaries
Here are nine events that are sure to add a burst of colour to your group calendar in 2019.
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5 free things to do in... Worcester
Don’t worry if you’ve left your wallets behind on the coach, because we’ve come up with some top things to do for free in Britain’s towns and cities. This week we visit Worcester.
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6 highlights for groups visiting Swindon
It may be well-known for its magic roundabout but Swindon in Wiltshire has plenty more to offer group visitors.
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New group offerings at English Heritage attractions
Inspiration for group travel organisers planning 2019 trips to English Heritage properties including exclusive offers.
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2019 walking holidays in England with a difference
A selection of walks linked to literature, wine tasting or pub visits have been launched by HF Holidays.
