Organisations & Operators News Page 47
Insight Vacations launches new Wander Women trip
In celebration of International Women’s Day, Insight Vacations is thrilled to launch a new 13-day itinerary, Venice & the Croatian Coast, A Women’s-Only Tour.
Saga pushes back holiday relaunch into summer
Saga has extended the current suspension of operations following publication of a new roadmap out of lockdown. Holiday and cruise operations will now begin on May 17th and June 27th, respectively.
Greening joins On the Beach as non-executive director
Most recently, after leaving government in 2018, Justine Greening founded the Social Mobility Pledge campaign to drive grass roots change through business and higher education.
Escape to Greece to launch to British travellers
Aiming to attract discerning independent travellers looking mainly for four-star boutique hotels and eclectic villas, Escape to Greece launches under renowned ski operator, Holiday World.
IATA: Aviation is moving from bad to worse
International passenger demand in January was 86 per cent below January 2019, a further drop compared to the 85 per cent year-to-year decline recorded in December.
Abercrombie & Kent launches new confidence boosting measures
A new website includes travel corridor details, frequently asked questions, links to the current Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office advice, and a host of other resources.
New sales leadership for Travel Corporation brands in UK
The Travel Corporation has promoted two of its existing senior leadership team – Donna Jeavons and Chris Townson - following the resignation of Rachel Coffey.
VisitBritain to offer Safe Travels badge to partners
Businesses in the UK registered to the ‘We’re Good To Go’ scheme can now be automatically issued with the international ‘Safe Travels’ stamp from the World Travel & Tourism Council.
WTTC urges faster reopening of UK tourism
While some businesses have already reported a surge in bookings following news of a gradual reopening, WTTC chief executive Gloria Guevara said delays could prove costly.
IATA prepares to debut Travel Pass as aviation looks to reopen
The pass - which was originally unveiled in December - is designed to verify a passenger has had the Covid-19 tests or vaccines required to enter a country.
Geall takes up new American Express Global Business Travel role
American Express Global Business Travel has appointed Jason Geall as senior vice president for the Europe, Middle East and Africa region. He will take up the post immediately.
WTTC urges UK government to lead international reopening of tourism
The World Travel & Tourism Council has sent an open letter to UK prime minister, Boris Johnson, urging him to support its recovery plan for the travel sector.