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InterviewAlf Turner: capturing the moment
We spoke to Alf Turner about how he got into organising trips for two different groups and what he does to make his visits stand out.
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InterviewBuckingham Palace: what to see, what’s easy to miss and what’s popular
We get some tips and useful insight about what groups should look for from Cassie Robinson, visitor services manager at the iconic residence of the King.
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InterviewSharon Hall: helping the group to smile and make memories
We spoke to Sharon Hall, who started her group as a way of making theatre trips more accessible. From there, it snowballed into a range of exciting visits for more than 11,000 group members.
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InterviewCarlie Newman: forming connections around the world
We spoke to Carlie Newman of Trips for Older Females & Fellows, about why her visit to South Africa was so memorable and the importance of the group for elderly people.
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InterviewShakespeare Birthplace Trust: what groups can expect
We chat to Louisa Stott, head of commercial at the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust in Stratford-upon-Avon, about what groups should look forward to during a visit.
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InterviewJodrell Bank: activities and key information for group visits
We speak to Juliana Gutierrez, group bookings officer at Jodrell Bank in Cheshire, about what to expect from a group trip and the best times to visit.
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InterviewLynda Mead: making a difference
We spoke to Lynda Mead of Tadley U3A, to find out why the Isle of Man was her most memorable visit and the regular challenges she faces as a group organiser.
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InterviewSimon Calder on the EU Waiver, tourist tax and his travel highlights
Harry Rogers sat down with experienced journalist Simon Calder to find out more about the main stories he’s covered in 2024 and what the new EU Waiver could look like for groups travelling to Europe.
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InterviewDaish’s Holidays: what groups can expect on a short break
We speak to Paul Harper, commercial director at Daish’s Holidays, about what groups can expect when booking a break with the team.
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InterviewPatsy Steadman: a focus on wellbeing
Patsy Steadman of Force Club Avon and Somerset Police was a finalist in the 2024 GTO of the Year Award®. Here she tells us why she loves what she does, and why members’ health and wellbeing is the priority.
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InterviewGTO of the Year 2024: a lifeline for her members
Joyce Cook talks to us about winning the 2024 GTO of the Year Award®, the reaction from her group and her biggest success story.
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InterviewJilly Goolden on wine, food and travel
As a speaker at the GLT Show so we thought it was a good excuse to talk to wine expert, Jilly Goolden about where she’s had the best wine and her most unusual travel experience.
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InterviewStranger Things’ Dr Brenner on why the West End show is such a hit
Patrick Vaill on why he thinks the show has done so well in the West End and how he built his own version of the iconic character.
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InterviewBeamish Museum: what's new and group booking advice
Brenda Alexander at Beamish, The Living Museum of the North in County Durham on what’s new for groups and booking advice.
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InterviewWhat are the most popular shows for groups from Nimax Theatres?
We spoke to Sophie Dart at Nimax Theatres to find out more about what shows are popular with groups and what sets the team apart.
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InterviewMike Potts: single supplements and popular group trips
Mike, who runs a group in Hereford, about what he has learned being a group travel organiser and what he’s got coming up.
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InterviewAladdin interview: a show of “glitz, glamour and magic”
Yeukayi Ushe describes his love of Aladdin, his favourite songs in the show and the inspiration behind a fantastic career in musical theatre.
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InterviewMargaret Thorpe: sell-out holidays and fantastic feedback
Group organiser Margaret Thorpe about arranging visits for her U3A group after spending her career in travel.
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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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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.