Find a new idea – Page 7
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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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Destination GuidesItinerary idea: discover the charm of historic St Albans
From Roman history to beautiful green spaces, St Albans packs a punch for group visitors. Here’s what’s on offer during a day trip.
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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: 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: 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: 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.
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FeaturesContinuum Attractions: private tours, new masterclass and events
A look at what’s new for groups across Continuum Attractions locations from York’s Chocolate Story to the Spinnaker Tower.
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FeaturesThe best things for groups to do in… Worcester
Mix and match with these three heritage attractions for a day trip to Worcester, or plan a longer stay to fit them all in.
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FeaturesLEGOLAND® Windsor Resort: racing into action with Minifigure Speedway
We were among the first to try out LEGOLAND’s new rollercoaster, Minifigure Speedway. Here’s what we thought.