All Features articles – Page 9
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FeaturesV&A highlights include Chanel fashion first and major Donatello display
Groups visiting the V&A in 2023 have plenty to look out for including the first UK exhibition dedicated to the work of French couturière, Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel.
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FeaturesPushing the boat out: luxury yachting for groups in Croatia
Most groups are used to being driven around, but what if the transport wasn’t a minibus or a coach, but a 49-metre yacht? Sarah Holt shares her experience of a very luxurious cruise.
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Features5 quirky dining experiences for groups
From music-themed visits to hilarious comedy sketches, here are five dining experiences which are sure to give your group a meal to remember.
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Features6 haunted places for a ghostly encounter with your group
To celebrate Halloween, we’ve uncovered six creepy places that are sure to leave your group spooked all year-round, ranging from haunted palaces to hidden underground walkways.
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FeaturesMystery tour takes group to quirky ‘See Monster’ art installation
The Newton Abbot Travel Club’s mystery tour ended up at the ‘See Monster’, a retired rig from the North Sea which has been transformed into an installation in Weston-super-Mare.
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FeaturesIn pictures: Westonbirt’s striking autumnal walkways
Home to 2,500 different species from the far corners of the globe and five national tree collections, Westonbirt is once again showing off its autumnal colours in these striking pictures.
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FeaturesWhat my group love about cruise holidays… and where we want to go next
We caught up with GTO of the Year® 2021 Elizabeth Hodgson, Barnet U3A, during National Cruise Week about why cruises are great for groups, where they’ve visited and where they’ll be sailing in the future.
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FeaturesGLT Show 2022: competitions, giveaways, quirky stands and firsts
It’s not just ideas and offers you can take away from the Group Leisure & Travel Show, there’s prizes to be won, fun things to experience, and lots more for visitors to enjoy. It will all be happening at the Marshall Arena, Milton Keynes, on Thursday 6th October.
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FeaturesGTOs share their experiences of trips to London and Windsor to pay tribute to the Queen
Group travel organisers tell us about paying their respects to the Queen, visiting London, camping for hours and heading to Windsor Castle.
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FeaturesTributes to the Queen as travel trade shares photos and special memories
Attractions across the UK have reacted to the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, who died at Balmoral Castle in Scotland on 8th September, by sharing a range of photographs on social media.
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FeaturesFull steam ahead: a group trip to the Isle of Wight full of nostalgia and surprise
Geoff Allen, Travallen Travel & Events, shares the highlights of their recent group trip to the Isle of Wight which involved sunshine, history and a steam train experience.
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FeaturesGLT Show exhibitors on what visitors can look forward to this year
The Group Leisure & Travel Show 2022 returns to the Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes on Thursday 6th October. We catch up with exhibitors about why they’re excited to be back.
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FeaturesRehearsal pictures show The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel cast bringing scenes to life
The full cast of the world premiere stage adaptation of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel has been announced, with new rehearsal imagery showing the complete line-up performing scenes for the first time.
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Features5 adrenaline-filled activities to get the heart racing
From the world’s fastest zipline to race track thrills, these experiences are sure to excite the adventurous members of your group.
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Features8 Christmas days out for groups to celebrate the festive season
Tis’ nearly the season for groups to be getting into the Yuletide spirit, and for those who have yet to finalise their plans, these experiences are sure to inspire.
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FeaturesGarden highlights, a stately home and a Royal Albert Hall performance
Carol Swiecicka, Newton Abbot Travel Club, has had a busy few months with her group. We caught up with her to find out about some of the standout trips.
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FeaturesGroup organisers on why they love coming to the GLT Show
There are just a few weeks to go until the Group Leisure & Travel Show 2022 takes place in Milton Keynes on Thursday 6th October. We hear from GTOs about what they’re most looking forward to.
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FeaturesDevon’s food and drink experiences for smaller groups with a big appetite
There’s everything from a cheesemaking experience to a chocolate masterclass and the chance to produce your own gin.
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FeaturesMaking the most of a day in Windsor and Eton
Jackie Ring, organiser for Guildford U3A, reports back from a branch meeting and fam day exploring Windsor and Eton.
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FeaturesThe Queen’s personal jewellery collection steals the show at this year’s summer opening of Buckingham Palace
We went along to the official preview day for the summer opening of Buckingham Palace’s State Rooms, including all the usual grandeur, plus a special exhibition to mark Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee which shows off some of her finest jewellery.