https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/abta/ Abta News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:54:24+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-data-shows-one-in-four-winter-travellers-are-planning-a-christmas-mark/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-data-shows-one-in-four-winter-travellers-are-planning-a-christmas-mark/ With Christmas fast approaching, ABTA’s latest data shows that 27% of people who are planning to go on holiday this winter are heading off on a Christmas market break. While many may choose to visit their local Christmas market in the UK, there are plenty to choose from in Europe and further afield – from Dresden’s Striezelmarkt (thought to be one of the oldest Christmas markets in the world) to Union Square Holiday Market in New York or even locations in Asia such as Christmas Wonderland in Singapore. Tue, 10 Dec 2024 07:57:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/have-we-said-so-long-to-the-souvenir-three-in-five-people-buy-fewer-souveni/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/have-we-said-so-long-to-the-souvenir-three-in-five-people-buy-fewer-souveni/ New data from ABTA Travel Money, finds 58% of people are buying fewer souvenirs when going on a holiday abroad than they used to, with the change driven by tighter holiday spending budgets and environmental concerns. When asked why they buy fewer souvenirs when on holiday abroad, 32% said the reason was not having as much money to spend while on holiday, and the same number of people said they are conscious of the environment and not wanting to buy unnecessary items. Mon, 19 Aug 2024 06:34:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-unveils-simple-six-step-travel-checklist-ahead-of-busy-summer-getaway/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-unveils-simple-six-step-travel-checklist-ahead-of-busy-summer-getaway/ ABTA – The Travel Association has unveiled a simple six-step Travel Checklist (abta.com/travelchecklist) to guide holidaymakers through the most important elements of their pre-holiday preparations. Mon, 17 Jul 2023 06:55:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/register-now-for-abtas-2023-travel-convention/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/register-now-for-abtas-2023-travel-convention/ Registration for this year’s ABTA Travel Convention is now open, with discounted Early Bird fees available until mid-July. Thu, 04 May 2023 08:25:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abtas-aviation-forum-to-tackle-the-key-issues-facing-the-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abtas-aviation-forum-to-tackle-the-key-issues-facing-the-sector/ ABTA – The Travel Association will be hosting an Aviation Forum on Tuesday 25 April 2023, bringing together a senior line up of speakers from regulators, airlines, operators and associations to discuss the future of aviation. Wed, 05 Apr 2023 06:26:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-research-from-abta-shows-demand-for-foreign-holidays-is-back-to-pre-pan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-research-from-abta-shows-demand-for-foreign-holidays-is-back-to-pre-pan/ New figures from ABTA – The Travel Association show that 62% of people have been on a foreign holiday since the lifting of the UK’s COVID travel restrictions. Wed, 22 Mar 2023 07:52:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-the-school-travel-forum-and-ukinbound-welcomes-new-commitment/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-the-school-travel-forum-and-ukinbound-welcomes-new-commitment/ ABTA, The School Travel Forum and UKinbound welcome the commitment to make school and youth group travel between the UK and France easier Tue, 14 Mar 2023 07:39:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-is-the-industry-to-work-in-says-new-careers-video-from-abta/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-is-the-industry-to-work-in-says-new-careers-video-from-abta/ ABTA – The Travel Association has launched a new video campaign which highlights travel as a great industry to work in. The two-minute video is the latest phase of ABTA’s ‘#BePartofTravel campaign’, which aims to support members to attract and retain talent in the industry. It has been launched to coincide with National Careers Week which runs 6 – 11 March. Tue, 07 Mar 2023 07:24:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-to-engage-members-and-wider-industry-on-atol-reform-proposals/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-to-engage-members-and-wider-industry-on-atol-reform-proposals/ ABTA – The Travel Association has welcomed the CAA’s update on ATOL reform and request for information from the industry. Sat, 28 Jan 2023 07:56:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-2023-events-programme-to-support-industry-in-its-recovery-and-developi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-2023-events-programme-to-support-industry-in-its-recovery-and-developi/ ABTA has announced its events schedule for the first half of 2023 with a range of varied and high-quality conferences and training days designed to keep the travel industry up to date and develop skills and knowledge within the sector. Mon, 16 Jan 2023 08:45:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-members-customers-travel-with-confidence-in-latest-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-members-customers-travel-with-confidence-in-latest-campaign/ ABTA has launched the second phase of its annual flagship Travel with confidence campaign with a customer-focused video to be promoted through social media advertising. The campaign launches today,  Boxing Day, to coincide with the start of the peak holiday booking season and to promote and support Members during the busy period. Mon, 26 Dec 2022 07:39:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bodrum-revealed-as-destination-for-abtas-2023-travel-convention/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bodrum-revealed-as-destination-for-abtas-2023-travel-convention/ ABTA is delighted to announce that Bodrum, Türkiye will be the destination for the 2023 Travel Convention. Mon, 17 Oct 2022 07:41:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-unveils-expanded-campaign-to-help-members-recruit/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-unveils-expanded-campaign-to-help-members-recruit/ New measures announced by Abta today “should go some way” to helping members attract and retain employees, says chief executive Mark Tanzer. Mon, 05 Sep 2022 08:01:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-writes-to-conservative-leadership-candidates-on-priorities-for-the-ind/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-writes-to-conservative-leadership-candidates-on-priorities-for-the-ind/ ABTA – The Travel Association has written to Conservative leadership candidates Rt Hon Liz Truss MP and Rishi Sunak MP to outline what is needed to support the UK travel industry through its recovery from the COVID pandemic, and to ensure a prosperous future for the sector. Tue, 02 Aug 2022 12:30:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-launches-2022-23-events-programme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-launches-2022-23-events-programme/ ABTA has launched its events programme for autumn 2022-summer 2023 offering a host of high-quality, professional training events and conferences for businesses of all sizes, designed to keep the travel industry up-to-date on important, business critical issues. Wed, 27 Jul 2022 13:30:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-travel-must-get-in-early-with-new-leadership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-travel-must-get-in-early-with-new-leadership/ With the parliamentary term over and MPs back in their constituencies, we now know that either former chancellor Rishi Sunak or foreign secretary Liz Truss will soon be the UK’s next prime minister. Tue, 26 Jul 2022 07:40:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-shares-super-six-tips-for-families-as-summer-getaway-begins/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-shares-super-six-tips-for-families-as-summer-getaway-begins/ ABTA – The Travel Association has issued its top tips for families travelling abroad during the summer holidays, with this weekend marking the start of the summer break for the majority of schools in England and Wales. Sun, 24 Jul 2022 21:50:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-travel-professionals-advice-and-expertise-in-high-demand/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-travel-professionals-advice-and-expertise-in-high-demand/ The latest research from ABTA shows demand for trusted travel advice and package holidays remains high as the industry gears up for the busiest summer season since the start of the pandemic. Fri, 22 Jul 2022 00:45:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-be-a-savvy-traveller-this-summer-with-last-minute-holiday-checklist/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-be-a-savvy-traveller-this-summer-with-last-minute-holiday-checklist/ With 60% of people planning to travel abroad this summer, rising to three in four families (75%), ABTA – The Travel Association is urging holidaymakers to go through a final checklist of actions to make sure they’ve got everything in place for their summer holidays. Sun, 17 Jul 2022 20:00:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/free-online-training-for-abta-members-to-help-them-increase-their-knowledge/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/free-online-training-for-abta-members-to-help-them-increase-their-knowledge/ ABTA is encouraging its Members to take its free online training – an introduction to sustainability. Fri, 15 Jul 2022 13:30:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/one-week-left-of-early-bird-rates-for-abtas-2022-travel-convention/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/one-week-left-of-early-bird-rates-for-abtas-2022-travel-convention/ ABTA is encouraging delegates to register by Tuesday 19 July for this year’s Travel Convention to take advantage of the discounted Early Bird rates. Thu, 14 Jul 2022 13:50:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gnto-introduces-sustainable-content-hub/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gnto-introduces-sustainable-content-hub/ The Greek National Tourism Organization has introduced a new sustainable content hub aimed at informing the travel trade and stakeholders on their innovative green strategies. Wed, 06 Jul 2022 12:42:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-provides-submission-to-beis-select-committee-on-flight-cancellations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-provides-submission-to-beis-select-committee-on-flight-cancellations/ ABTA has provided a written submission to the Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) Select Committee which has been looking at the difficulties some passengers experienced when travelling over the May half-term period. Wed, 15 Jun 2022 15:00:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-lifeline-appoints-two-new-trustees-to-the-abta-lifeline-board/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-lifeline-appoints-two-new-trustees-to-the-abta-lifeline-board/ ABTA LifeLine, the charity that supports professionals in the travel industry, has appointment two new Trustees to the ABTA LifeLine board. Thu, 09 Jun 2022 11:00:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-travel-matters-speaker-line-up-revealed/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-travel-matters-speaker-line-up-revealed/ ABTA has unveiled the line-up of expert speakers for its annual Travel Matters conference on Wednesday 22 June, which brings together leaders from across the travel industry to debate the biggest political and policy issues facing the travel sector. Thu, 09 Jun 2022 02:30:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-responds-to-transport-secretarys-comments/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-responds-to-transport-secretarys-comments/ ABTA – The Travel Association has responded to the comments from Transport Secretary today about the travel difficulties some people have experienced this week. Thu, 02 Jun 2022 08:00:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-take-part-in-this-years-virtual-tcs-london-marathon/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-take-part-in-this-years-virtual-tcs-london-marathon/ ABTA LifeLine is looking for 10 volunteers from the travel industry to take part in this year’s Virtual TCS London Marathon on Sunday 2 October. Tue, 31 May 2022 14:00:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-responds-to-the-publication-of-the-governments-aviation-strategy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-responds-to-the-publication-of-the-governments-aviation-strategy/ The government has published Flightpath to the future – its strategic framework for the future of aviation for the next 10 years. Sat, 28 May 2022 06:54:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-highlights-importance-of-talking-to-customers-about-health-safety-and/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-highlights-importance-of-talking-to-customers-about-health-safety-and/ ABTA is encouraging Members to remind customers to take steps to keep themselves safe on holiday, by sharing its health, safety and security advice and resources with customers ahead of their trips abroad and while in destination. Thu, 26 May 2022 21:20:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abtas-travel-matters-conference-to-explore-an-agenda-for-recovery-and-renew/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abtas-travel-matters-conference-to-explore-an-agenda-for-recovery-and-renew/ ABTA’s annual Travel Matters conference will take place on Wednesday 22 June at the National Gallery in London’s Trafalgar Square. Tue, 24 May 2022 14:00:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/register-now-for-abtas-2022-travel-convention/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/register-now-for-abtas-2022-travel-convention/ Delegates are encouraged to register now for this year’s Travel Convention, the UK travel industry’s flagship event, to take advantage of discounted Early Bird fees. Tue, 17 May 2022 07:13:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dnata-travel-group-uk-and-europe-ceo-joins-abta-board/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dnata-travel-group-uk-and-europe-ceo-joins-abta-board/ Ailsa Pollard, UK and Europe CEO for dnata Travel Group, has joined ABTA’s Board while John Bevan, who joined ABTA’s Board in 2018, has stepped down. Thu, 21 Apr 2022 05:56:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-shares-top-tips-for-travellers-jetting-off-this-easter/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-shares-top-tips-for-travellers-jetting-off-this-easter/ ABTA – The Travel Association has issued its top tips for travellers heading abroad this Easter weekend, which marks the first bank holiday since UK travel restrictions were lifted. Fri, 15 Apr 2022 04:21:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-confidence-returning-to-uk-travel-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-confidence-returning-to-uk-travel-sector/ As the Covid-19 travel requirements come to an end today, new research from ABTA reveals how people are planning to capitalise on their new-found freedoms. Fri, 18 Mar 2022 10:59:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/warm-praise-for-industry-as-government-scraps-covid-19-travel-rules/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/warm-praise-for-industry-as-government-scraps-covid-19-travel-rules/ The travel trade has warmly welcomed news all remaining Covid-19 restrictions, including the passenger locator form, will be dropped in England at 04:00 on Friday. Tue, 15 Mar 2022 11:41:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-launches-new-sustainability-advice-to-members/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-launches-new-sustainability-advice-to-members/ ABTA has launched new guidance to help travel agents incorporate sustainability into their business practices. The guidance was developed in response to feedback from members. Wed, 23 Feb 2022 08:22:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-celebrates-as-testing-restrictions-loosen/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-celebrates-as-testing-restrictions-loosen/ ABTA says hundreds of thousands of people will be heading abroad this half term for winter sun and ski trips, as families look to make the most of the relaxation of travel rules. Fri, 11 Feb 2022 09:20:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-praise-as-england-arrival-tests-scrapped/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-praise-as-england-arrival-tests-scrapped/ ABTA has warmly welcomed a decision by the government in England to scrap Covid-19 tests for arrivals into the country for fully vaccinated travellers. Tue, 25 Jan 2022 09:32:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/praise-for-scrapping-of-pre-departure-tests-from-travel-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/praise-for-scrapping-of-pre-departure-tests-from-travel-sector/ Organisations from across the travel industry have welcomed a decision from prime minister, Boris Johnson, to phase out pre-departure tests for arrivals into England. Thu, 06 Jan 2022 11:55:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-unveils-refreshed-travel-with-confidence-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-unveils-refreshed-travel-with-confidence-campaign/ The latest Travel with Confidence national advertising campaign from ABTA will launch with social media advertising on Boxing Day. The work drives home the benefits of booking with a member. Thu, 23 Dec 2021 12:53:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-sector-critical-of-new-hospitality-funding/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-sector-critical-of-new-hospitality-funding/ ABTA has criticised £1 billion in emergency funding for the hospitality sector in the UK, arguing the plight of the travel industry has been ignored. Tue, 21 Dec 2021 13:34:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-requests-government-meeting-over-covid-19-crisis/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-requests-government-meeting-over-covid-19-crisis/ ABTA has requested an urgent meeting with the chancellor of the exchequer, Rishi Sunak, and the secretary of state for transport, Grant Shapps, to discuss the financial situation in the tourism sector. Fri, 17 Dec 2021 09:27:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-calls-for-relaxation-of-covid-19-testing-requirements/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-calls-for-relaxation-of-covid-19-testing-requirements/ ABTA has joined calls for a relaxation of testing requirements for travellers to and from the UK. The body has also issued a plea for financial support as bookings slip in response to restrictions. Wed, 15 Dec 2021 09:17:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-returns-to-calling-for-government-support-as-covid-19-measures-bite/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-returns-to-calling-for-government-support-as-covid-19-measures-bite/ The association argued the latest changes come at a time when the industry is still reeling from the impact of travel measures, which have seen two summer and winter seasons lost to the pandemic. Tue, 07 Dec 2021 06:08:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-to-reopen-borders-to-european-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-states-to-reopen-borders-to-european-travellers/ Officials in the United States have confirmed Covid-19-related travel restrictions will be lifted for travellers from the European Union, United Kingdom and elsewhere from November. Tue, 21 Sep 2021 03:31:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-confirms-new-speakers-for-the-travel-convention/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-confirms-new-speakers-for-the-travel-convention/ The even will take place on Wednesday, October 13th, with guests offering insight into how they have responded to the challenges posed by the pandemic. Mon, 20 Sep 2021 12:58:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-industry-broadly-welcomes-regulation-changes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-industry-broadly-welcomes-regulation-changes/ The travel sector in England has offered a warm welcome to a simplified system of restrictions unveiled by the government, arguing it will begin to rebuild confidence in the sector. Sat, 18 Sep 2021 06:54:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-calls-on-government-to-overhaul-travel-regulations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-calls-on-government-to-overhaul-travel-regulations/ ABTA is seeking to keep up pressure on the government to put the “right framework” in place to get people travelling again, kickstart a recovery in the travel industry and provide urgent financial support. Tue, 14 Sep 2021 08:29:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-waves-farewell-to-de-vial-after-more-than-a-decade/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-waves-farewell-to-de-vial-after-more-than-a-decade/ ABTA has confirmed that John de Vial will be leaving the association at the end of September. He spent 12 years at travel agent body, largely as director of membership and financial protection. Thu, 09 Sep 2021 10:14:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/france-joins-amber-list-as-part-of-modest-reopening/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/france-joins-amber-list-as-part-of-modest-reopening/ The government has confirmed that arrivals from France to England will no longer need to quarantine if they are fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Thu, 05 Aug 2021 06:43:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-launches-new-direct-debit-system-with-travel-ledger/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-launches-new-direct-debit-system-with-travel-ledger/ ABTA will launch a replacement version of its Single Payment System to members later this year. The technology has been developed by Travel Ledger. Tue, 03 Aug 2021 08:44:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/industry-offers-broad-support-to-england-reopening-plans/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/industry-offers-broad-support-to-england-reopening-plans/ The hospitality sector has given warm support to a loosening of travel restrictions in England announced by the government. The cruise sector is also set to rebound as international trips restart. Thu, 29 Jul 2021 08:33:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-travel-convention-headed-to-london-in-october/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-travel-convention-headed-to-london-in-october/ The annual ABTA Travel Convention will take place on October 13th this year. For the first time ever, the show will be offered to members and the wider travel industry both in-person and online. Mon, 26 Jul 2021 04:39:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-urges-further-opening-ahead-of-government-review/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-urges-further-opening-ahead-of-government-review/ ABTA has written to Grant Shapps, the secretary of state for transport, outlining the actions still needed from government to open up travel to more destinations. Fri, 23 Jul 2021 07:14:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-survey-reveals-continued-confidence-in-travel-professionals/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-survey-reveals-continued-confidence-in-travel-professionals/ New research from ABTA reinforces an ongoing trend seen throughout the pandemic for people seeking the security and reassurance of booking a package holiday with a travel professional. Thu, 22 Jul 2021 06:35:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/industry-gives-cautious-welcome-to-scotland-tourism-changes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/industry-gives-cautious-welcome-to-scotland-tourism-changes/ The travel industry has welcomed news from Nicola Sturgeon that Scots who have been double-jabbed against Covid-19 will not have to self-isolate if they are coming back from an amber list country. Wed, 14 Jul 2021 08:53:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-welcomes-changes-to-fcdo-advice/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-welcomes-changes-to-fcdo-advice/ ABTA has welcomed the news that the Foreign Development & Commonwealth Office has removed its advice against all but essential travel to several popular holiday destinations. Fri, 09 Jul 2021 13:19:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mooted-response-to-england-quarantine-update/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mooted-response-to-england-quarantine-update/ The travel trade in England has given a mixed reception to plans to remove quarantine restrictions on travellers returning from amber list countries. Thu, 08 Jul 2021 14:01:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/small-green-list-steps-not-enough-argues-travel-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/small-green-list-steps-not-enough-argues-travel-sector/ The travel trade has welcomed a number of new additions to the UK green list unveiled by the government, but said much more needs to be done to help the sector. Fri, 25 Jun 2021 10:04:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-sector-demand-reopening-in-nationwide-protest/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-sector-demand-reopening-in-nationwide-protest/ Travel agents, pilots, tour operators, aviation workers and cabin crew are among the thousands of people who will ‘speak up for travel’ today, as part of a day of action. Wed, 23 Jun 2021 07:24:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-travel-no-longer-willing-to-be-a-political-orphan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-travel-no-longer-willing-to-be-a-political-orphan/ The travel sector is unwilling to be a “political orphan” any longer, ABTA chief executive, Mark Tanzer, has told an industry audience. He was speaking at the Travel Matters conference today. Tue, 22 Jun 2021 09:40:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-issues-latest-plea-for-financial-support/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-issues-latest-plea-for-financial-support/ Analysis from ABTA estimates that 195,000 people working in the UK travel industry have either lost their job or are at risk of losing their job due to the Covid-19 crisis. Fri, 18 Jun 2021 09:07:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/disappointment-as-lockdown-restrictions-are-extended/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/disappointment-as-lockdown-restrictions-are-extended/ Boris Johnson has announced that the full reopening of the hospitality sector will be delayed by four weeks, until July 19th. Restrictions will thus remain in place at pubs, restaurants and stadiums. Tue, 15 Jun 2021 09:20:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-releases-new-travel-day-of-action-information/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-releases-new-travel-day-of-action-information/ Updated information on the activities around the Travel Day of Action has been published by ATBA. The event is scheduled to take place on June 23rd across the UK. Mon, 14 Jun 2021 10:18:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-confirms-speaker-line-up-for-travel-matters-event/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-confirms-speaker-line-up-for-travel-matters-event/ The annual Travel Matters conference from ABTA has confirmed a line-up of speakers from the worlds of politics, policy and tourism. The event will be brought to delegates virtually on June 22nd. Wed, 09 Jun 2021 07:30:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-calls-for-financial-support-as-travel-options-shrink/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-calls-for-financial-support-as-travel-options-shrink/ ABTA has called on the government to provide additional funding to travel agents following the shock decision to remove Portugal from the list of safe travel destinations. Fri, 04 Jun 2021 08:35:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/industry-calls-for-renewed-island-policy-as-tourism-reopens/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/industry-calls-for-renewed-island-policy-as-tourism-reopens/ ABTA and Airlines UK have written to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office on the need for clarity around the future approach to Foreign Travel Advice. Mon, 10 May 2021 09:04:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jordan-appointed-director-of-membership-at-abta/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jordan-appointed-director-of-membership-at-abta/ The move sees Rachel Jordan take on overall responsibility for membership onboarding and management, in additional to her existing financial protection role, starting today. Mon, 03 May 2021 05:48:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/save-future-travel-urges-government-to-reopen-tourism-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/save-future-travel-urges-government-to-reopen-tourism-sector/ The coalition has written to Oliver Dowden, secretary of state for digital, culture, media and sport, to urge the swift development of a tourism recovery plan to support the sector in the UK. Wed, 28 Apr 2021 09:32:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-raises-post-brexit-labour-concerns-with-government/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-raises-post-brexit-labour-concerns-with-government/ ABTA has written to Lord Frost, highlighting the needs of the travel industry in the future relationships with the European Union, post Brexit. Fri, 16 Apr 2021 08:43:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-travel-convention-to-remain-online-for-2021/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-travel-convention-to-remain-online-for-2021/ Recognising that the travel and tourism sector will be continuing to deal with the impact of coronavirus, officials said the annual convention will this year take plane online on October 11th. Fri, 09 Apr 2021 07:46:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-industry-welcomes-plan-to-reopen-uk-tourism-but-voices-concerns/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-industry-welcomes-plan-to-reopen-uk-tourism-but-voices-concerns/ Organisations from across the tourism sector have welcomed a report from the Global Travel Taskforce, but called for more clarity from the government on when plans will be implemented. Fri, 09 Apr 2021 05:11:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-critical-of-government-support-for-travel-agents/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-critical-of-government-support-for-travel-agents/ ABTA has written to officials at the department for business, energy and industrial strategy (BEIS) to protest at levels of grant support being made available to the retail travel industry in England. Thu, 08 Apr 2021 10:08:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/three-new-members-for-abta-board/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/three-new-members-for-abta-board/ Ruth Marshall, managing director of RCL Cruises; Garry Wilson, chief executive of easyJet Holidays; and Andrew Flintham, managing director of TUI Northern Region, will all take up new seats. Thu, 01 Apr 2021 05:20:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-reports-increase-in-package-holiday-demand/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-reports-increase-in-package-holiday-demand/ New research from ABTA, which represents the interests of travel agents, has found a growing trend for holidaymakers seeking the security of booking a package holiday with a travel professional. Wed, 31 Mar 2021 09:05:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-welcomes-support-for-agents-in-northern-ireland/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-welcomes-support-for-agents-in-northern-ireland/ The Northern Ireland scheme includes a flat payment of £10,000 to travel agencies operating from commercial premises, or a £3,500 payment to self-employed travel agents working from home. Fri, 12 Mar 2021 03:01:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/heapy-to-join-board-of-directors-at-abta/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/heapy-to-join-board-of-directors-at-abta/ ABTA has confirmed that Steve Heapy, chief executive Jet2, has been appointed as a director of the board. He will take up the position on March 25th. Thu, 11 Mar 2021 06:11:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-industry-sees-spike-in-demand-following-uk-roadmap/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-industry-sees-spike-in-demand-following-uk-roadmap/ The travel industry has broadly welcomed a roadmap for the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions in the UK, with some companies already reporting a surge in bookings. Tue, 23 Feb 2021 09:45:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/save-future-travel-coalition-pins-hopes-on-reopening-roadmap/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/save-future-travel-coalition-pins-hopes-on-reopening-roadmap/ The Save Future Travel Coalition has reiterated its hopes for a speech from Boris Johnson. The prime minister is expected to provide details on how the country is to reopen following Covid-19 shutdown. Wed, 17 Feb 2021 15:26:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-industry-calls-for-roadmap-out-of-lockdow/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-industry-calls-for-roadmap-out-of-lockdow/ At the start of what would usually be one of the biggest weeks for winter holidays, the Save Future Travel Coalition has said the prime minister needs to use the upcoming lockdown update to provide a route forward for the travel industry Mon, 15 Feb 2021 13:25:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-calls-on-government-to-plot-route-out-of-travel-shutdown/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-calls-on-government-to-plot-route-out-of-travel-shutdown/ ABTA chief executive, Mark Tanzer, said: “We are asking the government to use the global travel taskforce structure to convene specific working groups to look at these very issues.” Fri, 15 Jan 2021 10:59:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-confirms-agents-are-eligible-for-new-government-grants/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-confirms-agents-are-eligible-for-new-government-grants/ The government has published amended regulations that explicitly reference retail travel agents as businesses that are required to legally close in tier four areas within England. Thu, 07 Jan 2021 02:34:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-sector-calls-for-further-support-as-new-lockdown-begins/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-sector-calls-for-further-support-as-new-lockdown-begins/ The travel sector has called for further financial support in the wake of new lockdown restrictions across the UK, but there are signs of optimism ahead of the key summer season. Tue, 05 Jan 2021 11:22:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-places-members-at-heart-of-new-travel-with-confidence-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-places-members-at-heart-of-new-travel-with-confidence-campaign/ ABTA members are at the heart of the second phase of the national advertising campaign from the body, which launches across social media channels from today. Mon, 04 Jan 2021 08:37:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-calls-for-further-support-as-ons-reveals-damage-to-travel-trade/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-calls-for-further-support-as-ons-reveals-damage-to-travel-trade/ Travel agents and tour operators have been worst hit by the Covid-19 pandemic when compared to any other services sector, according to the ONS figures published today. Thu, 10 Dec 2020 15:48:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/industry-calls-for-overhaul-of-fcdo-travel-advice/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/industry-calls-for-overhaul-of-fcdo-travel-advice/ UK airlines, agents and operators have called on the government to revise its approach to foreign travel advice, arguing the current system risks preventing the industry getting back on its feet. Wed, 09 Dec 2020 11:48:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-offers-brexit-guidance-on-tour-operator-margin-scheme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-offers-brexit-guidance-on-tour-operator-margin-scheme/ HMRC has confirmed that once the Brexit transition period ceases, the VAT charged on holidays through the Tour Operator Margin Scheme on travel outside of the UK will be zero rated. Thu, 03 Dec 2020 10:02:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-launches-chargeback-helpline-to-members/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-launches-chargeback-helpline-to-members/ ABTA has launched two new member advice helplines. They will provide advice on how best to dispute a chargeback, or how to protect a business from data breaches. Mon, 30 Nov 2020 06:43:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/trade-welcomes-test-and-release-but-calls-for-end-to-quarantine/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/trade-welcomes-test-and-release-but-calls-for-end-to-quarantine/ Government plans to introduce a test and release system for travellers arriving in England have been broadly welcomed by the trade – but there are calls to go further. Tue, 24 Nov 2020 08:15:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-issues-new-plea-for-government-support/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-issues-new-plea-for-government-support/ New figures from ABTA suggest nine in ten holidays were either cancelled or rearranged in July and August, as the Covid-19 pandemic caused havoc in the travel sector. Thu, 12 Nov 2020 09:56:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-ons-figures-reveal-collapse-of-tourism-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-ons-figures-reveal-collapse-of-tourism-sector/ New data from the Office for National Statistics has revealed overseas travellers made just 398,000 trips to the UK in the second quarter of the year - down 96 per cent on the same period in 2019. Mon, 09 Nov 2020 13:21:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marrakech-to-host-abta-travel-convention-2021/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marrakech-to-host-abta-travel-convention-2021/ The city last hosted the conference in 2005 and has since undergone many developments while maintaining its traditional and cultural roots. Thu, 15 Oct 2020 11:54:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-argues-sustainability-must-be-part-of-tourism-recovery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-argues-sustainability-must-be-part-of-tourism-recovery/ ABTA chief executive, Mark Tanzer, has argued the travel sector has an opportunity to “build back better” following an extremely challenging year. Wed, 14 Oct 2020 09:25:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-sector-urges-quick-action-from-new-taskforce/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-sector-urges-quick-action-from-new-taskforce/ The UK travel sector has given a muted welcome to the launch of a travel taskforce from the UK government, urging quick action to reopen borders to international visitors. Thu, 08 Oct 2020 06:05:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/shapps-to-address-abta-travel-convention-next-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/shapps-to-address-abta-travel-convention-next-month/ The secretary of state for transport, Grant Shapps, will be speaking at the annual Travel Convention. The show will return for 2020 as a one-day virtual event on October 14th. Wed, 23 Sep 2020 07:00:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/loveholidays-latest-to-resign-abta-membership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/loveholidays-latest-to-resign-abta-membership/ loveholidays has become the latest travel agent to depart ABTA in a growing dispute over refunds. The online travel company follows On the Beach in resigning its membership of the trade body. Thu, 17 Sep 2020 08:30:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/on-the-beach-resigns-from-abta-in-refunds-dispute/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/on-the-beach-resigns-from-abta-in-refunds-dispute/ The online travel agent declined to refund customers for the flight element of package bookings to Spain unless airlines had cancelled flights and made a refund. Tue, 15 Sep 2020 07:30:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-issues-new-call-for-government-support/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/abta-issues-new-call-for-government-support/ Convened by ABTA, the Save Future Travel Coalition has written to the UK treasury and other relevant departments with a joint budget submission. Fri, 11 Sep 2020 08:17:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-industry-gives-mixed-response-to-quarantine-move/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-industry-gives-mixed-response-to-quarantine-move/ Bodies from across the UK tourism industry have given a cautious welcome to a refinement of the quarantine system, but said more must be done to boost the sector. Tue, 08 Sep 2020 07:36:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-industry-seeks-further-support-in-upcoming-budget/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-industry-seeks-further-support-in-upcoming-budget/ Associations from across the travel industry came together earlier to discuss how they can continue working together to lobby government on the need for specific support Fri, 04 Sep 2020 10:26:24 +0000