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Destination GuidesItinerary idea: medieval, maritime and nature in Lancaster
Built along the banks of the River Lune and surrounded by countryside, Lancaster is the cultural hub of Lancashire, offering access to nature, history and heritage for visitors.
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FeaturesWhere has the GLT team been in 2025?
From magical Disney experiences and cruises to stunning historic attractions and amazing staycations, here’s what we have been up to and what we thought.
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FeaturesWhich stories were most popular in 2025?
The most popular stories and features on the Group Leisure & Travel website in 2025 were…
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Destination GuidesGroup-friendly locations and activities in Louisville, Kentucky
Louisville’s Southern hospitality, one-of-a kind attractions, Bourbon experiences, rich culinary scene and affordability make it a great destination for groups.
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FeaturesUK attractions transformed for Christmas
From historic venues to thrilling theme parks, UK attractions have been getting festive with decorations, illuminations and displays to spread the Christmas cheer.
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Destination GuidesPorto’s UNESCO heritage makes perfect group destination
Portugal’s historic Porto combines UNESCO World Heritage architecture with famous port wine cellars, offering groups everything from river cruises to interactive wine museums in this coastal gem.
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Features5 must-visit attractions in Ireland for groups
Made up of four provinces, with stunning landscape, historic cities and vibrant culture, Ireland is full of interesting places for groups to visit year-round.
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InterviewDiscover Leicester’s history at Jewry Wall Roman Museum
We chat to Kieron Attwood, operations officer at Jewry Wall Roman Museum in Leicester to find out what groups should look out for during a visit.
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InterviewSimon Calder’s top destinations for groups
Travel expert Simon reveals the standout destinations for group travel, from near-continent gems to solar eclipse viewing in Spain.
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ColumnEntry/Exit delays, the Barbican and noctourism anyone?
Our resident Grumpy Group Organiser bites into concerns about Entry/Exit System delays, the planned renewal of the Barbican and more seemingly endless words for tourism.
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FeaturesFindings from the 2025 ‘Organising Group Trips & Holidays’ survey
To ensure we continue to help GTOs and coach operators discover the best ideas and advice, and to share insight with the travel trade, we asked readers to complete a new survey.
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Destination GuidesItinerary idea: history, art and food in Sheffield
Groups can explore steel-working heritage, Norman history and indoor gardens during a day trip to the ‘Steel City’ in Yorkshire.
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ReviewLondon Theatre Review: The Hunger Games
Flawless choreography, brutal fighting and an expressive, passionate cast make the debut of The Hunger Games: On Stage a theatre experience that places you at the heart of the action.
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GLT AwardsGTO of the Year® Joyce Cook on her Med cruise prize trip
Joyce Cook, who won Group Travel Organiser of the Year® in 2024, used her prize money on a Celestyal Cruise around the Mediterranean.
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Destination GuidesItinerary idea: cider, steak and secret treasures in Hereford
Discover the perfect two-day group itinerary for Hereford, taking in the historic cathedral, world-famous cider heritage, and charming market town atmosphere in agriculturally rich Herefordshire.
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FeaturesKielder Observatory offers stargazing adventures for groups
Heather Woodfine from Kielder Observatory explains how groups can experience some of Europe’s darkest skies through bespoke astronomy events, telescope observations and educational talks.
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ColumnSleep tourism, travel insurance and using AI to plan holidays
The rise of ‘sleep tourism’, travel insurance fibs and why we should be cautious of using bots to plan group trips are all up for discussion for our opinionated organiser.
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InterviewAntiques Roadshow’s Mark Smith on 40 years of battlefield tours
Antique Roadshow’s medals and militaria expert Mark Smith talks about why everyone should do a battlefields tour and what he loves about the BBC show.
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FeaturesGroup Leisure & Travel Show 2025: freebies, prizes and giveaways to look out for
Here are some of the exciting competitions, prizes and offers for visitors coming to the Group Leisure & Travel Show on 2nd October in Milton Keynes.
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ColumnAirport paperwork, queuing dilemmas and signal struggles
Our resident complaining traveller discusses a whole heap of airport bother, bad luck with queues and a scenic destination lacking in modern-day necessity.


