What's New? – Page 15
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News
Hampton Court Palace opens fascinating Tudor display
The Tudor World has opened within Hampton Court’s Wolsey Room, where a young Henry VIII plotted the country’s future with his closest advisor, Thomas Wolsey.
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Features
Best things for groups to do in… Girona and Costa Brava
Costa Brava has it all… fantastic weather, medieval history, wonderful beaches and the works of Salvador Dalí, here are some ideas for starters.
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GLT Awards
Dunwood founders: it means everything to be recognised
Colin Duncan and Phil Westwood, founders of coach tour operator Dunwood, on receiving the Outstanding Contribution to Group Travel Award and 30 years of business.
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Features
How group organisers sort payments for trips and holidays
We find out how several GTOs take money for day trips and longer breaks including the use of payment apps and handing over to tour operators.
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Destination Guides
12 of the most incredible views across Europe
We’ve rounded up 12 of Europe’s most amazing views which are sure to give your group an unforgettable experience.
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Features
EU visa waiver: what you need to know about ETIAS
We explain how the ETIAS travel authorisation scheme will work from 2025 and what groups need to know before travelling to Europe.
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News
Tracy-Ann Oberman reprises her role for The Merchant of Venice
The actress, known for roles including Chrissie Watts in EastEnders, was the first British actress to play Shylock in the production.
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Destination Guides
Itinerary idea: Liverpool's highlights for groups
A huge music scene, beautiful cathedrals, world famous football clubs, miles of coastlines and an incredible culinary offer, there’s so much to explore in Liverpool.
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Features
Christmas 2024: magical light trails and experiences
From new outdoor trails to themed displays and beautiful decorations, we’ve got your festive season covered with this selection of ideas.
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News
Explore wartime Britain in Hidden London tour
London Transport Museum has released group tickets for its revamped tour of Clapham South’s deep-level wartime air raid shelter, located 11 storeys underground.
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GLT Awards
20 years with Fred. Olsen and how group cruises have changed
Hayley Walker, a 2024 Excellence Award finalist, on her favourite cruise destinations, tips for first-timers and more.
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Features
Sandra McDonald: quirky places to visit and short break ideas
GTO Sandra McDonald shares what’s coming up for her group and some of the more quirky places she’s visited.
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Features
Oh yes they will… pantomimes to get the whole group laughing
A round-up of some of the group-friendly pantomimes taking place across the festive season and where you can see them.
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News
Michael Maloney to star as Hercule Poirot on Orient Express tour
A new production of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express will tour the UK, starring Maloney as the curious detective.
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GLT Awards
Date and venue confirmed for GLT Awards 2025
The 2025 Group Leisure & Travel Awards dinner and ceremony will return to the five-star Royal Garden Hotel, London on Thursday 26th June, and promises another fantastic night of celebration.
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GLT Awards
Marcia Clement: awards recognition and group RHS visits
Marcia Clement, who looks after groups for the RHS, on how much it meant to be a finalist for The Excellence Award.
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Features
7 Afternoon Tea experiences for groups
To celebrate the quintessentially British Afternoon Tea tradition, here are some of the tastiest places to go with your members all year-round.
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Features
Bentley Priory Museum was a great find for our group
GTO Carol Swiecicka reports back from an interesting group visit to Bentley Priory Museum.
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Column
Going cashless, dodgy suncream and email frustration
Contactless payments, unsubscribing to emails and dodgy suncream labelling are on Grumpy Group Organiser’s agenda this month.
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Interview
Stranger 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.