News Story Archives – Page 31
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Get Back On Board campaign will promote ‘modern, convenient’ coach travel
The benefits of coach travel will be highlighted in a national TV advertising campaign funded by coach operators, including members of the Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT), following the recent growth in domestic tourism.
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West end stars announced for 2022 cast of Wicked
The producers of Wicked in London have announced four new West End regulars including Gary Wilmot to join the cast in 2022.
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GLT Awards
Kevin Keegan to host 2022 GLT Awards ceremony
Kevin Keegan OBE, the former England and Liverpool footballer and manager of England and Newcastle, is to host the 2022 Group Leisure & Travel Awards ceremony on 5th October at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Milton Keynes.
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Feast and festivities at Leicester’s King Richard III attraction
The King Richard III Visitor Centre in the city of Leicester has launched a new group talk, Feast and Festivities, which showcases food in the medieval period and the importance of it in celebrations.
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New 1950s terrace to open as part of Remaking Beamish project
Beamish, The Living Museum of the North is set to open a 1950s terrace to visitors as part of Remaking Beamish, the biggest development in the museum’s history.
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Cherry blossom display among RHS spring highlights
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has unveiled its spring programme with highlights including a Celebration of Snowdrops at RHS Garden Rosemoor and a Cherry Blossom display at RHS Garden Wisley.
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VisitWiltshire unveils group packages for 2022
Groups visiting Wiltshire can benefit from a selection of new tours and packages to the likes of Bowood House & Gardens, as well as a range of exhibitions and events such as Salisbury Cathedral’s Festival of Flowers.
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‘Vibrant sea of flowers’ to open at the Tower of London in 2022
A display of flower blooms celebrating the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty The Queen will take over the moat at the Tower of London.
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Arena River Cruises announces springtime launch for European sailings
Arena River Cruises has confirmed the launch of two new ships in April 2022, offering a choice of three and four-star cruises on the Dutch Waterways, Rhine and Danube.
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Russell Watson announced as lead in Chicago The Musical’s UK and Ireland tour
Russell Watson will take over from Darren Day to play the part of Billy Flynn in Chicago The Musical as it continues its UK and Ireland tour at venues including Liverpool, Bristol and Cardiff.
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Exclusive royal tours and group visits to mark Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
A range of exclusive group visits and private tours at a selection of official royal residences have been unveiled for 2022 to mark the Queen’s 70th year on the throne.
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Doctor Who display and Tudor paintings among 2022 highlights in Liverpool
National Museums Liverpool has announced it will be hosting a world premiere Doctor Who exhibition and a display of the finest Tudor paintings among other highlights.
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The Gunpowder Plot immersive experience to launch at the Tower of London
An “unforgettable” experience will launch at the Tower of London where live actors, virtual reality and multisensory special effects will tell the story of the Gunpowder Plot.
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Stand bookings surge for Group Leisure & Travel Show 2022
Following the success of the Group Leisure & Travel Show in October, stand bookings for October 2022 are very strong and exceed expectations, according to show sales manager Sharon Yandell.
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Museum of Oxford ‘triples in size’ after £2.8 million refurbishment
The Museum of Oxford, which is dedicated to telling the history of the city and its people, has reopened following a £2.8m redevelopment.
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ new flagship Bolette makes inaugural sailing
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ new flagship Bolette has set sail on its first voyage from Southampton, hailing its inaugural season of sailing from the city.
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Illuminated light trail and giant wildlife sculptures at WWT London Wetland Centre
Groups are invited to discover nature in a “different light” this winter at London Wetland Centre’s illuminated light trail, Illuminature.
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Casting announced for Les Misérables tour
Cameron Mackintosh has revealed full casting for his production of Boublil and Schönberg’s Les Misérables, with the UK and Ireland tour set to reopen at Glasgow Theatre Royal.
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400th memorial unveiled at the National Memorial Arboretum
The 400th memorial, honouring those who lost their lives while supporting the Armed Forces during World War Two, has been dedicated at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire.
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GLT Awards
Group Leisure & Travel Awards ceremony celebrates group tourism
The 2021 Group Leisure & Travel Awards ceremony was created through a special online broadcast to celebrate the top attractions, tour operators and experiences as voted for by group travel organisers.