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Destination Guides10 unmissable attractions in Wales
Three national parks, miles of beautiful coastline and castles galore are among the many reasons to visit Wales.
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FeaturesThe best things for groups to do in and around… Dunkirk, France
Find out why Dunkirk is attracting groups looking for somewhere less-trodden but bountiful with attractions.
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InterviewGroup highlights and fun facts about Kynren
We caught up with Wendy Wilshere, head of volunteer casting and engagement at Kynren, to find out how groups can make the most of a trip to the huge open air show in County Durham.
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Features30 facts to celebrate 30 years of LeShuttle
As LeShuttle (formerley Eurotunnel Le Shuttle) marks its 30th anniversary in 2024. Here are 30 facts about this remarkable feat of engineering, which highlight its significance, innovation and impact on both sides of the Channel.
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FeaturesGTOs: how our coach drivers go the extra mile
Group travel organisers share their experiences of great coach drivers and the difference they make to day trips and holidays.
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FeaturesThe single supplements debate
We consider all sides of the single supplements debate for groups including how GTOs get around them and hotelier and coach operator perspectives.
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FeaturesFrench Brothers skipper: what I love about my job
Serena De Sousa Dunne has been a skipper with Berkshire-based French Brothers for more than seven years. She shares her favourite area to cruise in and why she loves her job.
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FeaturesNorthern Ireland’s most famous filming locations revealed
Find out which attractions and destinations linked to TV and movies made the top ten most popular places for visitors.
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InterviewMamma Mia! playwright Catherine Johnson on its 25th year
We speak to Catherine Johnson who wrote the book for the ABBA-inspired musical and screenplay for the movie adaptation.
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GLT AwardsGLT Awards partners: importance of groups and the move to London
We asked our 2024 Group Leisure & Travel Awards partners why groups are so important, and what they’re looking forward to about the ceremony moving to London.
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FeaturesA taster of Shakespeare’s Globe’s story & tour package for groups
We sample Shakespeare’s Globe’s Story & Tour package, as well as its new afternoon tea offer at the Swan Bar & Restaurant.
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FeaturesFrom fam trip to luxurious group river cruise with Scenic
GTO Marian Durbidge organised a river cruise for her group with Scenic after experiencing the luxurious offer during a Reader Club trip.
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FeaturesSingle supplements: tour and coach operators see ‘both sides’
We hear from a tour operator and coach company about balancing the needs of the groups and the hotels.
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ReviewRegional Theatre Review: Disney’s Aladdin
Prepare to be dazzled and whisked off your feet, quite literally, for a Disney classic that has stood the test of time.
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FeaturesBlue Badge Guide: why the town of Barnard Castle is great for groups
Blue Badge Guide Tom Keating on group friendly attractions in and around Barnard Castle in County Durham.
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FeaturesSingle supplements: what hoteliers and providers do to help
From offering an allocation of single rooms without extra charges to discussing the matter with groups, we hear from hoteliers about single supplements.
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FeaturesSingle supplements: what do GTOs think
GTOs have their say on the extra charges for accommodation when it comes to single rooms or single occupancy.
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FeaturesSingle supplements: how group organisers get around them
Some GTOs have actually found a positive side to encouraging their members to share a room.
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FeaturesSingle supplements: the situation on cruise ships
Group travel organisers who book cruises for their members may also face the challenge of single supplements for solo-occupied cabins. We find out more.
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GLT AwardsPete Firman: GLT Awards host on what guests can expect on the night
We catch up with magician and comedian Pete Firman ahead of the 2024 Group Leisure & Travel Awards, to find out what our host will bring to the ceremony and where his love of magic came from.
