A surge in travel demand, tight shorts and partying too hard
More people are booking holidays, which is great news, although you may want to avoid some French swimming pools. Plus, groups that like to stick one too many away may be in for a shock.
Shocking staff changes, no more BBC tours and painfully slow table service
Grumpy Group Organiser has his say on the controversial sacking of P&O Ferries employees, the sad reality of Covid cancelling BBC tours and his love-hate relationship with table service apps.
Goodbye to Neighbours and tears for Cinderella
It’s been another busy month for Grumpy Group Organiser, who shares his thoughts on Aussie TV soap Neighbours getting axed, Putin’s attack on Ukraine and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s phone tantrum that had his Cinderella cast in tears.
Record visitor numbers at Barnard Castle, standing ovations and mobile charges
Proof that Dominic Cummings has had a positive impact on tourism, why you shouldn’t always get out of your seat at the theatre, and being able to use your mobile abroad without being stung.
The magic of theatre, obscure tea bags and disruptive ‘anti-vaxxers’
It’s Grumpy Group Organiser’s first column of 2022 and he’s in a ranty kind of a mood.
Carrying on despite Omicron and some highly astonishing reviews
Mind-boggling reviews about The Shard in London, getting into the festive spirit and more from our regular columnist.
Enjoying the theatre and dreaming of an overseas adventure
Our regular columnist shares his thoughts about ongoing travel restrictions and a joyous trip to the theatre – his first visit back since the pandemic began.
Thinking about New York City and advice about being prepared
Our regular columnist reflects on the anniversary of 9/11 and the uncertainty of the proposed Covid passport roll-out.
Flashing in Sherwood, cowboys prosper and a rebellion hurting tourism
Protesters in London are harming tourism, argues our regular columnist, who also discusses rip-off Covid tests and how nudists in Sherwood Forest are baring all in the wrong places.
A loss for Liverpool, quirky artefacts and a woeful tourist attraction
Our columnist reflects on Liverpool losing its World Heritage status, quirky treasures in the Yorkshire Museum and the Marble Arch Mound.
Quarantine-free travel, space tourism and a face mask disaster
Our columnist gives his thoughts on quarantine-free travel, face masks and holidays to space.
Greece is for technophobes and a bottle of water that will cure home sickness
We hear from Grumpy Group Organiser about what has been catching his eye in the media recently, including bottled rain water and his thoughts on the Covid passport.
Good news for staycation cruises plus make sure you’re smartphone savvy
Our regular columnist, Grumpy Group Organiser, discusses his hopes for domestic cruises, the introduction of a possible vaccination passport and his love for the theatre.
Confirmed: it is NOT illegal to book a holiday and have something to look forward to
After a range of confusing comments and messages from various government ministers, we knew who we would have to turn to in order to set the record straight. And rant a little, of course - over to Grumpy Group Organiser.
Vaccines are hopefully the way forward, so here’s to getting together again
It’s a new year, but he’s not holding back. Grumpy Group Organiser shares his thoughts on what has been a strange start to 2021.
Vaccines, Brexit negotiations and protecting Stonehenge
In the latest instalment from our monthly columnist, Grump Group Organiser shares some views on the Covid-19 vaccine, the future after a Brexit deal and the controversial tunnel at Stonehenge.
Understanding the tiered system, Covid sniffer dogs and a hint of positivity
Too many tiers and the smell of armpit sweat, Grumpy Group Organiser has their say.
Facing up to technology and the mother of all coach trips
Grumpy group organiser on his new phone and a huge coach trip which takes in 18 different countries.
Getting back out there and the future of travel
Our regular columnist Grumpy Group Organiser speaks about his first trip to London since lockdown, why GLT is different and saving the future of travel.
Progressing slowly but surely towards future outings
Looking ahead to a brighter future in which we can travel and plan outings again, despite major incidents and stupidity.
Face masks and banging the drum for tourism
Our monthly columnist addresses how more needs to be done to protect certain attractions and how organisers need to speak up to keep the tourism sector going.
Inventive researching, a positive cruise story and the issue of trust
Thoughts on virtual experiences, fake news and getting the balance right on a cruise story.
Keeping positive in uncertain times
Grumpy Group Organiser offers his thoughts on mixed social distancing messages, support for the tourism industry and hope for the future.
Fear spreads quicker than a virus
In a world which is losing its head according to Grumpy Group Organiser, he shares his thoughts on the impacts social media during the Coronavirus outbreak and ridiculous selfies.
Naturist holidays in 2020 and no entry for children at Pontins
GGO is back with another cracking column, covering three stories which might just make your hair curl.
Positive thinking as we enter a new decade
Sound advice, travel risks and museums feature in this column as Grumpy Group Organiser kicks off 2020.
What’s the most important thing about group travel?
Grumpy Group Organiser’s in a reflective mood as we say hello to the 20s, looking back on group travel, air flights - and even hygiene standards.
Saving Thomas Cook under the Hays Travel banner
Grumpy Group Organiser reflects on a brilliant GLT Show, quieter flights and a company doing things the right way.
A flurry of fake reviews and the UK’s worst airport
Moderating a monster and terrible airports are discussed in this column from Grumpy Group Organiser.
The importance of the holiday brochure in the 21st century
Why ditching print is bad for business… plus blue passports and a Venice cruise ban, Grumpy Group Organiser has their say.
