https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/thomas cook/ Thomas Cook News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T08:36:24+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-acquired-by-traveltech-giant-esky-group/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-acquired-by-traveltech-giant-esky-group/ Polish eSky Group acquires one of the most recognisable names in travel—Thomas Cook. The acquisition agreement signed with Chinese Fosun Tourism Group will spur significant growth for Thomas Cook and allow eSky to strengthen its position in Western Europe. Fri, 06 Sep 2024 06:32:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-chooses-interlnkd-to-power-intelligent-shopping-mall/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-chooses-interlnkd-to-power-intelligent-shopping-mall/ InterLnkd – the travel tech start-up that enables the industry to earn a new and free revenue stream from fashion, beauty, and essential products – has today announced that Thomas Cook has chosen its solution to power its intelligent shopping mall. Tue, 28 Mar 2023 07:11:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ex-thomas-cook-group-chief-returns-to-travel-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ex-thomas-cook-group-chief-returns-to-travel-sector/ The boss of Thomas Cook Group at the time of its collapse is reportedly returning to the travel sector. Peter Fankhasuer, who was chief executive for five years until its collapse in September 2019, is to become chairman of German OTA itravel Mon, 12 Sep 2022 06:43:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cooks-club-to-return-to-uk-market-this-summer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cooks-club-to-return-to-uk-market-this-summer/ Owners Fosun described it as lifestyle concept targeted at forward-thinking city-dwellers who are looking to escape from their daily routine, but still crave style and comfort. Tue, 30 Mar 2021 08:37:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-tour-operators-cancel-trips-until-mid-february/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-tour-operators-cancel-trips-until-mid-february/ Virgin Holidays has become the latest travel firm to cancel holidays after new Covid-19 lockdown restrictions were imposed in part of the UK, joining Tui, Thomas Cook and Jet2. Wed, 06 Jan 2021 10:15:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-sees-spike-in-canary-island-demand/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-sees-spike-in-canary-island-demand/ Searches continue to accelerate this morning with customers flocking to grab last-minute deals to the main islands of Tenerife, Lanzarote, Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura. Fri, 23 Oct 2020 13:58:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/revamped-thomas-cook-signs-hotelbeds-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/revamped-thomas-cook-signs-hotelbeds-deal/ Hotelbeds has signed a strategic partnership with Thomas Cook. Thanks to the collaboration, the company will gain access to more than 180,000 unique hotel properties in 140 countries worldwide. Thu, 01 Oct 2020 14:29:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-relaunches-as-online-travel-agency/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-relaunches-as-online-travel-agency/ Thomas Cook has relaunched today as an online travel business. Branded as ‘Covid-ready,’ the company will initially only sell holidays to destinations on the quarantine safe list. Tue, 15 Sep 2020 23:24:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fosun-to-bring-thomas-cook-brand-back-to-market/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fosun-to-bring-thomas-cook-brand-back-to-market/ Chinese conglomerate Fosun is preparing to relaunch Thomas Cook as an online travel agency in the coming days, in a dramatic return for the brand. Mon, 14 Sep 2020 09:40:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caa-pays-out-350m-in-atol-claims-following-thomas-cook-collapse/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caa-pays-out-350m-in-atol-claims-following-thomas-cook-collapse/ While the claims system is open for new claims until September this year, the CAA encouraged anyone who has not yet opened a claim to do so as soon as possible. Mon, 20 Apr 2020 07:01:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taxpayers-face-huge-bill-following-thomas-cook-collapse/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taxpayers-face-huge-bill-following-thomas-cook-collapse/ According to a report from the National Audit Office, the government will be expected to pay £83 million towards the cost of getting customers back home, as well as £58 million in redundancy and related payments. Thu, 19 Mar 2020 09:55:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-india-signs-yas-island-partnership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-india-signs-yas-island-partnership/ Thomas Cook – India has entered into a strategic long-term agreement with Experience Hub, the trade and promotion arm of Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. The deal is designed to enhance visitation to the island in 2020 and beyond. Fri, 10 Jan 2020 08:10:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-nordic-arm-saved-following-stordalen-acquisition/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-nordic-arm-saved-following-stordalen-acquisition/ As many as 2,300 jobs have been saved after property tycoon Petter Stordalen led the rescue of collapsed travel agent Thomas Cook’s Nordic arm. Thu, 31 Oct 2019 09:28:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/on-the-beach-seeks-to-capitalise-on-thomas-cook-collapse/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/on-the-beach-seeks-to-capitalise-on-thomas-cook-collapse/ On the Beach Group has said it is well positioned to benefit from the collapse of Thomas Cook. The 178-year-old travel giant was forced into administration last month, faltering under as much as £3 billion in debts. Tue, 22 Oct 2019 07:45:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hays-travel-to-acquire-entire-thomas-cook-retail-estate/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hays-travel-to-acquire-entire-thomas-cook-retail-estate/ Hays Travel has reached an agreement with receivers working on the liquidation of Thomas Cook to acquire the entire retail estate of the collapsed travel agent. The deal will see Hays Travel acquire a total of 555 stores around the UK. Wed, 09 Oct 2019 08:42:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caa-completes-operation-matterhorn-as-last-passengers-arrive-in-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caa-completes-operation-matterhorn-as-last-passengers-arrive-in-uk/ The Civil Aviation Authority will complete Operation Matterhorn today following the collapse of Thomas Cook. Since the liquidation of the company on September 23rd, the CAA has repatriated 140,000 passengers in what it brands the largest ever peacetime operation of its kind. Mon, 07 Oct 2019 08:04:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caa-commandeers-100-aircraft-for-operation-matterhorn-fleet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caa-commandeers-100-aircraft-for-operation-matterhorn-fleet/ The Civil Aviation Authority delivered another extensive day of flying on Saturday, running 69 flights covering 40 airports at home and abroad. The news comes as Operation Matterhorn completes its sixth day. Sun, 29 Sep 2019 07:10:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caa-brings-30000-brits-home-as-operation-matterhorn-continues/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caa-brings-30000-brits-home-as-operation-matterhorn-continues/ Operation Matterhorn completed a total of 70 flights on the second day of operation, as the CAA continues to repatriate stranded Thomas Cook customers. There are plans for 70 flights to return 16,500 people on Wednesday. Wed, 25 Sep 2019 07:49:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caa-repatriates-nearly-15000-people-on-first-day-of-operation-matterhorn/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caa-repatriates-nearly-15000-people-on-first-day-of-operation-matterhorn/ The UK Civil Aviation Authority’s plan to bring Thomas Cook passengers back to the UK completed 64 flights on the first day of operation, returning the first 14,700 people to the country. Tue, 24 Sep 2019 11:29:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-executives-come-under-spotlight-following-company-collapse/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-executives-come-under-spotlight-following-company-collapse/ Business secretary, Andrea Leadsom, has asked the official receiver to look at whether bosses’ actions “caused detriment to creditors or to the pension schemes”. Tue, 24 Sep 2019 08:27:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-ceases-trading-as-rescue-talks-collapse/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-ceases-trading-as-rescue-talks-collapse/ Thomas Cook has ceased trading following the collapse of recuse talks aimed at saving the 178-year-old company. All the organisations in the group will cease operations from today, including Thomas Cook Airlines. Mon, 23 Sep 2019 06:47:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caa-begins-huge-repatriation-effort-to-bring-thomas-cook-customers-back-to/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caa-begins-huge-repatriation-effort-to-bring-thomas-cook-customers-back-to/ There are currently more than 150,000 Thomas Cook customers abroad, almost twice the number that were repatriated following the failure of Monarch. In response, the Civil Aviation Authority will launch a repatriation programme over the next two weeks. Mon, 23 Sep 2019 06:30:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-takeover-hits-last-minute-hitch/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-takeover-hits-last-minute-hitch/ Thomas Cook has been told it needs to find an extra £200 million in extra funding in order to secure its future. The troubled operator has hoped to seal a rescue deal led by Fosun Tourism Group this week. Fri, 20 Sep 2019 05:48:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-seeks-bankruptcy-protection-in-united-states/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-seeks-bankruptcy-protection-in-united-states/ Thomas Cook has filed for chapter 15 bankruptcy protection in the United States as the company seeks to safeguard itself from legal action by debtholders. Wed, 18 Sep 2019 08:20:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-tours-partners-with-g-adventures/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-tours-partners-with-g-adventures/ With more than 90 years of combined experience in the touring sector, G Adventures and G Touring’s Travelsphere and Just You brands will launch three new programmes within Thomas Cook Tours, which will be rolled out across the Thomas Cook retail network this autumn. Sun, 15 Sep 2019 14:43:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-secures-900m-recapitalisation-from-investors/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-secures-900m-recapitalisation-from-investors/ Struggling travel group Thomas Cook has secured what it is calling a “substantial agreement” regarding key commercial terms with investors and creditors as it seeks to stave off bankruptcy. However, final terms remain to be agreed. Wed, 28 Aug 2019 07:11:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/which-ranks-trailfinders-as-best-uk-tour-operator-as-big-players-falter/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/which-ranks-trailfinders-as-best-uk-tour-operator-as-big-players-falter/ Some of Britain’s biggest travel companies have finished at the bottom of Which?’s annual package holiday provider rankings – performing poorly on criteria including value for money, organisation and quality of reps in their resorts. Fri, 19 Jul 2019 09:50:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fosun-poised-to-take-control-of-thomas-cook/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fosun-poised-to-take-control-of-thomas-cook/ Thomas Cook has revealed it is in “advanced discussions” with its largest shareholder, Fosun Tourism Group, about a potential recapitalisation of the company. Fri, 12 Jul 2019 10:22:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fosun-in-thomas-cook-acquisition-talks/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fosun-in-thomas-cook-acquisition-talks/ Thomas Cook has confirmed that it is in discussions with Fosun about a potential takeover deal. The news follows receipt of a preliminary approach from the Chinese conglomerate for the struggling, UK-based holiday giant. Mon, 10 Jun 2019 08:20:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-considering-offer-for-nordic-businesses/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-considering-offer-for-nordic-businesses/ Shares in Thomas Cook were up a modest two per cent this morning after the struggling travel giant confirmed it had received a “highly preliminary and unsolicited indicative offer” from Triton Partners for its northern Europe business. Fri, 24 May 2019 08:27:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-rolls-out-sleeper-seat-on-long-hail-flights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-rolls-out-sleeper-seat-on-long-hail-flights/ On sale from today on Thomas Cook Airlines’ long-haul routes such as New York and San Francisco, the option transforms a row of three seats into a bed in the sky so that guests can arrive on holiday feeling refreshed. Wed, 13 Mar 2019 03:06:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/waggott-appointed-chief-of-tour-operating-at-thomas-cook/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/waggott-appointed-chief-of-tour-operating-at-thomas-cook/ Will Waggott brings more than 20 years of experience in the global travel industry most recently as chief executive of Travelopia, a leading specialist travel group spun out of TUI in February 2017. Thu, 28 Feb 2019 10:40:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-business-development-manager-for-thomas-cook-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-business-development-manager-for-thomas-cook-airlines/ Thomas Cook Airlines has appointed Matthew Dakin as business development manager for Thomas Cook Airlines UK and Condor in its trade sales team. Thu, 21 Feb 2019 02:38:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/all-options-open-as-thomas-cook-launches-review-of-airlines-division/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/all-options-open-as-thomas-cook-launches-review-of-airlines-division/ Thomas Cook has announced a strategic review of its airline group after reporting a sharp rise in financial losses. Although the company remains at an earlier stage in the review process, the travel agent said it would “consider all options to enhance value to shareholders” as it sought a solution to losses. Thu, 07 Feb 2019 10:01:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sixt-renews-and-expands-thomas-cook-partnership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sixt-renews-and-expands-thomas-cook-partnership/ The international mobility service provider Sixt and travel group Thomas Cook have renewed and significantly expanded their partnership. Sat, 26 Jan 2019 12:46:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-signs-for-two-new-own-brand-properties-in-china/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-signs-for-two-new-own-brand-properties-in-china/ Thomas Cook China, the joint venture between Thomas Cook Group and Fosun, has announces plans for further growth in its own-brand hotel portfolio in the country with an additional two projects. Tue, 22 Jan 2019 09:13:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-signs-interline-deals-with-liat-and-airbaltic/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-signs-interline-deals-with-liat-and-airbaltic/ With its fleet of 101 aircraft, Europe’s eleventh-largest airline group is flying to almost 70 destinations this winter season and through cooperation with a total of 52 partner airlines, the number rises to over 250 destinations in Europe, America, Africa, Asia and Australia. Mon, 10 Dec 2018 08:50:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mottershead-returns-to-lead-thomas-cook-in-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mottershead-returns-to-lead-thomas-cook-in-uk/ Thomas Cook has announced that Chris Mottershead will take back the leadership of the business in the United Kingdom “for the time being”. Mottershead brings detailed, experienced knowledge of the UK tour operator and is well placed to execute Thomas Cook’s strategy. Fri, 07 Dec 2018 09:35:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/andy-stephens-head-of-crew-planning-thomas-cook-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/andy-stephens-head-of-crew-planning-thomas-cook-airlines/ Andy Stephens, head of crew planning for Thomas Cook Airlines, talks to Breaking Travel News as the carrier is recognised as the World’s Leading Charter Airline by voters at the World Travel Awards. Wed, 05 Dec 2018 14:15:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-confirms-sharp-fall-in-profits/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-confirms-sharp-fall-in-profits/ Thomas Cook Group has reported net, pre-tax losses of £53 million for the financial year to September 30th. The figure is a sharp turnaround from profits of £43 million last year, driven largely by a summer heatwave in the UK. Thu, 29 Nov 2018 08:58:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-share-price-falls-sharply-as-heatwave-takes-toll/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-share-price-falls-sharply-as-heatwave-takes-toll/ Thomas Cook has seen its share price fall by a quarter this morning after warning annual profits would be lower than expected. Shares in the company were changing hands for 36 pence after the UK tour operator said profits would be £30 million lower than expected. Tue, 27 Nov 2018 09:16:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-adds-cut-price-fares-for-those-travelling-light/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-adds-cut-price-fares-for-those-travelling-light/ Thomas Cook Airlines is launching Economy Light fares on its long-haul routes. The fares, available with Thomas Cook Airlines in the UK and Condor in Germany, are the lowest and most competitively priced flights fares that the airline will offer. Wed, 17 Oct 2018 07:16:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-adds-montego-bay-jamaica-for-summer-2019/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-adds-montego-bay-jamaica-for-summer-2019/ Thomas Cook Airlines has announced its full summer 2019 long haul programme is now on sale for flight-only and package holidays, including new flights to Montego Bay and more flights to Seattle, Orlando and Cancun. Wed, 01 Aug 2018 08:29:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-warns-uk-hot-spell-will-hit-annual-results/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-warns-uk-hot-spell-will-hit-annual-results/ Thomas Cook has reported revenue grew ten per cent, to £2.48 billion, in the three months ended June 30th. However, gross profit in the third quarter fell three per cent, to £443 million, when compared to the previous year. Tue, 31 Jul 2018 08:19:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-adds-easter-flights-from-bristol/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-adds-easter-flights-from-bristol/ Thomas Cook Airlines is adding Easter 2019 flights from Bristol airport, meaning that thousands of people can head to Europe for some spring sunshine. Fri, 13 Jul 2018 06:48:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-reveals-cardiff-easter-programme-for-2019/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-reveals-cardiff-easter-programme-for-2019/ Thomas Cook Airlines is adding Easter flights from Cardiff airport for the first time, meaning that thousands of people can head to Europe for some spring sunshine. Thu, 05 Jul 2018 08:32:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-launches-new-manchester-seattle-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-launches-new-manchester-seattle-route/ Thomas Cook Airlines’ inaugural flight from Manchester airport to Seattle has departed during an American jazz-themed event. Mon, 28 May 2018 06:29:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-prepares-to-launch-norwich-dalaman-link/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-prepares-to-launch-norwich-dalaman-link/ Thomas Cook Airlines is launching a new weekly flight from Norwich Airport to Dalaman, Turkey. The weekly flight, departing on Wednesdays, takes off on May 23rd on the A320 aircraft and will have 180 customers on board, all looking forward to some spring bank holiday sunshine. Mon, 21 May 2018 07:35:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/new-livery-for-thomas-cook-planes-this-summer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/new-livery-for-thomas-cook-planes-this-summer/ From this summer, Thomas Cook aircraft will fly the flag for two of the company’s own-brand hotels as part of the holiday company’s strategy to raise awareness of its hotel portfolio. Thu, 03 May 2018 08:03:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-increases-capacity-from-bristol-for-summer-2018/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-increases-capacity-from-bristol-for-summer-2018/ Thomas Cook Airlines will base an additional Airbus A320 aircraft at Bristol Airport from May 1st and increase its number of seats on sale from the airport to over 400,000 for the summer 2018 season. Thu, 26 Apr 2018 07:40:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cabin-crew-at-thomas-cook-airlines-to-get-pay-increase/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cabin-crew-at-thomas-cook-airlines-to-get-pay-increase/ Over 2,000 cabin crew at Thomas Cook Airlines will get an inflation linked 3.6 per cent pay increase from this April, following a two year pay deal negotiated by Unite. The deal is equivalent to an extra £600 a year for a typical crew member. Fri, 23 Mar 2018 09:22:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-expands-gatwick-presence/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-expands-gatwick-presence/ Thomas Cook Airlines has announced it will base an additional Airbus A321 aircraft at Gatwick Airport from May 2018, adding 140,000 seats per year from the sought-after London airport. Tue, 13 Mar 2018 09:40:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/christoph-debus-chief-executive-thomas-cook-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/christoph-debus-chief-executive-thomas-cook-airlines/ Thomas Cook Airlines chief executive, Christoph Debus, speaks to Breaking Travel News at ITB Berlin. He tells us about the company’s return to Tunisia after a lengthy break, improved services to the Caribbean, and the roll-out of a new Economy Plus cabin to savvy travellers. Thu, 08 Mar 2018 17:05:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-flies-all-female-crew-for-international-womens-day/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-flies-all-female-crew-for-international-womens-day/ Thomas Cook Airlines has operated an all-female crew on International Women’s Day 2018 and today launches its first scholarship for future female pilots. Thu, 08 Mar 2018 10:02:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-berlin-2018-thomas-cook-unveils-new-sustainability-strategy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-berlin-2018-thomas-cook-unveils-new-sustainability-strategy/ Thomas Cook has launched a new sustainability strategy at the ITB conference in Berlin. This renewed approach aligns more closely to the company’s decision made two years ago to put the customer back at the heart of the business. Thu, 08 Mar 2018 06:00:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-launches-zero-deposit-holiday-scheme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-launches-zero-deposit-holiday-scheme/ Thomas Cook has announced the launch of a new £0 deposit buy now pay later payment plan, helping holidaymakers to budget and spread the cost of their next trip away. Wed, 28 Feb 2018 09:03:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/condor-to-distribute-laudamotion-flights-following-airberlin-acquisition/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/condor-to-distribute-laudamotion-flights-following-airberlin-acquisition/ Leisure airline Condor has begun selling selected flights of Austrian airline, Laudamotion, on its website. The news follows Laudamotion’s acquisition of assets from the former airberlin subsidiary Niki Luftfahrt. Mon, 19 Feb 2018 09:10:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-returns-to-tunisia-for-first-time-since-2015-terror-attack/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-returns-to-tunisia-for-first-time-since-2015-terror-attack/ Thomas Cook is resuming its holiday and flight operations to Tunisia for UK customers from today. It will be the first time the tour operator has flown to the country since a 2015 beach attack in which 30 Britons were killed. Tue, 13 Feb 2018 11:12:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-takes-off-for-hurghada-egypt/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-takes-off-for-hurghada-egypt/ Thomas Cook Airlines’ inaugural flight to Hurghada, Egypt, departs from East Midlands Airport today. Thomas Cook Airlines carry 400,000 customers to and from East Midlands Airport to 18 European destinations each year and has two A321 aircraft based permanently at the airport. Fri, 09 Feb 2018 03:23:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/book-a-personalised-sunbed-with-thomas-cook/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/book-a-personalised-sunbed-with-thomas-cook/ Thomas Cook has announced the launch of a new service that allows customers to choose their sunbed before they leave home. Following the successful launch of a similar room selecting service last summer, Choose Your Favourite Sunbed is part of the travel company’s wider commitment to innovating today’s package holiday and adapting to the needs of the modern traveller. Mon, 29 Jan 2018 09:50:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/holliday-appointed-to-sales-role-with-thomas-cook-group-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/holliday-appointed-to-sales-role-with-thomas-cook-group-airlines/ Thomas Cook Group Airlines has appointed Emma Holliday as national account manager for Thomas Cook Airlines UK and Condor, in an expansion of its trade sales team. Holliday has spent 25 years in travel with roles in account management, overseas operations, and travel retail management. Fri, 19 Jan 2018 09:43:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/daniel-fearn-group-head-of-operations-control-centre-thomas-cook-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/daniel-fearn-group-head-of-operations-control-centre-thomas-cook-airlines/ With Thomas Cook recognised as the World’s Leading Charter Airline, Daniel Fearn, group head of operations control centre for the carrier, tells Breaking Travel News just what it is that set them apart from their competitors in global hospitality. Wed, 20 Dec 2017 14:35:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-launches-direct-barbados-flight-from-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-launches-direct-barbados-flight-from-gatwick/ Thomas Cook Airlines’ inaugural flight from Gatwick Airport to Barbados has departed during a Bajan carnival event. The weekly flight from Gatwick joins three-times weekly flights to Barbados from Manchester. Mon, 18 Dec 2017 15:50:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-scoops-top-world-travel-awards-title/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-scoops-top-world-travel-awards-title/ Thomas Cook Airlines has been named theWorld’s Leading Charter Airline for the third year in a row at the World Travel Awards in Vietnam. Tue, 12 Dec 2017 11:00:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unite-secures-two-year-pay-deal-for-thomas-cook-cabin-crew/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/unite-secures-two-year-pay-deal-for-thomas-cook-cabin-crew/ Unite has negotiated a two-year inflation linked pay deal for over 2,000 cabin crew at Thomas Cook Airlines. The first year of the deal will mean an annual increase of 3.2 per cent (based on the February 2017 retail price index) or around £500 a year in basic pay for a typical crew member earning £16,107, back dated to April 2017. Thu, 30 Nov 2017 14:54:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-shares-slide-as-uk-profits-fall/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-shares-slide-as-uk-profits-fall/ Shares in Thomas Cook have fallen by nearly ten per cent this morning after the travel firm reported a drop in profits at its UK business. Earnings at its UK division fell by 40 per cent in the year to September 30th, standing at £52 million. Wed, 22 Nov 2017 10:41:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-to-establish-new-spanish-airline/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-to-establish-new-spanish-airline/ Thomas Cook will set up a new airline based in Palma de Majorca, Spain. The tour operator hopes the move will lower costs at a time of tough conditions in the European short-haul market Thu, 19 Oct 2017 10:28:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/singapore-tourism-board-signs-partnership-with-thomas-cook-group/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/singapore-tourism-board-signs-partnership-with-thomas-cook-group/ Singapore Tourism Board and Thomas Cook Group have signed a memorandum of understanding to cover cooperative marketing campaigns, trade engagements and public relations activities. This is the first deal between the two organisations and it will be effective from October for a period of three years until 2020. Fri, 06 Oct 2017 09:59:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-seeks-to-expand-own-brand-hotel-options-with-lemy-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-seeks-to-expand-own-brand-hotel-options-with-lemy-deal/ Thomas Cook has entered into a strategic partnership with LMEY Investments, a Swiss-based hotel property development company, to develop and grow Thomas Cook’s own-brand hotel portfolio. Tue, 26 Sep 2017 10:00:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-sport-signs-travel-partnership-with-saracens/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-sport-signs-travel-partnership-with-saracens/ Thomas Cook Sport has been unveiled as preferred travel supplier for reigning European Champions & Aviva Premiership club, Saracens. Thomas Cook Sport will become the club’s team travel supplier for the senior squad as well as supporter travel, for the next three seasons. Tue, 26 Sep 2017 08:47:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-china-plans-ten-fold-expansion-in-2018/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-china-plans-ten-fold-expansion-in-2018/ Thomas Cook China, the joint venture between Thomas Cook and Fosun, the leading Chinese investment conglomerate, plans to increase customer numbers by more than ten times over the next year. Thu, 21 Sep 2017 09:40:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-signs-strategic-partnership-with-expedia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-signs-strategic-partnership-with-expedia/ Thomas Cook has announced it has entered into a strategic alliance with Expedia, one of the world’s leading travel companies. Under the terms of the agreement, Expedia will become the preferred provider of hotels for Thomas Cook’s complementary city and domestic holiday business and will provide its booking platform to support all city break and hotel-only sales across Thomas Cook distribution channels in Europe. Thu, 14 Sep 2017 09:02:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jerusalem-development-authority-partners-with-thomas-cook-for-new-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jerusalem-development-authority-partners-with-thomas-cook-for-new-campaign/ Today The Jerusalem Development Authority has announced a marketing collaboration with Thomas Cook, promoting the destination across Europe. The partnership aims to bring about global exposure to the historical city of Jerusalem, and increase visitation by showcasing the city’s many delights across Thomas Cook’s multi-channel media offering. Mon, 04 Sep 2017 15:19:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-thomas-cook-returns-to-tunisia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-thomas-cook-returns-to-tunisia/ Thomas Cook has become the first major UK-based tour operator to return to Tunisia following an extended hiatus. Here Carol MacKenzie, group head of customer welfare for the company, gives her views on travel to the destination. Tue, 22 Aug 2017 10:21:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-to-go-handheld-on-in-flight-entertainment/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-to-go-handheld-on-in-flight-entertainment/ Customers on Thomas Cook Airlines who are flying short and medium-haul will be able to connect to Sunstream, a new entertainment system using their own personal devices from this summer. Mon, 10 Jul 2017 14:54:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/greek-holidays-drive-revenue-upward-at-thomas-cook/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/greek-holidays-drive-revenue-upward-at-thomas-cook/ Returning demand for holidays in Greece, couple to a boom in long-haul travel, has seen revenues rise by three per cent during the first half of financial 2017. Reporting results for the six months to March 31st, the tour operator said revenues rose 3.2 per cent to £2.9 billion. Thu, 18 May 2017 10:04:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-takes-off-for-san-francisco/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-takes-off-for-san-francisco/ Thomas Cook Airlines’ inaugural San Francisco flight took off earlier, confirming its position as the biggest carrier to the USA from Manchester. Thomas Cook chief airlines and hotels Officer, Christoph Debus, said: “This is such an amazing day for our customers and our airline.” Tue, 16 May 2017 08:15:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-launches-corfu-flights-from-london-luton-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-launches-corfu-flights-from-london-luton-airport/ The first flight operated by Thomas Cook Airlines took off from London Luton Airport earlier, marking the arrival of the 14th airline at the airport and the 14th new route this year. The new route will serve the Greek island of Corfu, operating every Sunday throughout the summer season. Mon, 08 May 2017 09:03:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/james-anderson-appointed-thomas-cook-sport-brand-ambassador/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/james-anderson-appointed-thomas-cook-sport-brand-ambassador/ England and Lancashire Cricket legend James Anderson has been named as a brand ambassador for Thomas Cook Sport. England’s all-time highest international wicket-taker will work with the sports travel specialists to promote their sporting experiences, which include the upcoming Ashes series in Australia. Fri, 21 Apr 2017 07:28:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/shares-fall-in-thomas-cook-as-results-disappoint/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/shares-fall-in-thomas-cook-as-results-disappoint/ Thomas Cook remains cautious for the year ahead despite narrowing losses. The travel agent saw a one per cent increase in revenue, to £1.6 billion, for the three months to December 31st, with losses narrowing two per cent to £49 million. Thu, 09 Feb 2017 10:02:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/royal-caribbean-appoints-account-manager-for-thomas-cook/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/royal-caribbean-appoints-account-manager-for-thomas-cook/ Royal Caribbean has announced the appointment of Rosie Long, who will join the UK & Ireland sales team as strategic account manager for Thomas Cook. Wed, 08 Feb 2017 07:56:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-rules-out-sharm-el-sheikh-return-for-summer-2017/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-rules-out-sharm-el-sheikh-return-for-summer-2017/ Thomas Cook has ruled out a return to Egyptian beach resort Sharm el Sheikh for the summer of 2017. The decision comes amid continued fears over terrorism in the destination and a resulting ban on flights departing from the UK to the resort’s airport. Wed, 21 Dec 2016 05:09:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-takes-off-for-tobago/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-takes-off-for-tobago/ Thomas Cook Airlines’ inaugural Tobago flight took off earlier, reinforcing its 17-route-strong long-haul portfolio, which already makes it the largest carrier to the USA from Manchester. At the start of their journey to the island’s amazing hotels and beaches, customers were treated to a steel band and carnival dancers at check-in and more music, food and cocktails at the departure gate. Mon, 14 Nov 2016 10:06:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-adds-new-route-from-manchester-to-san-francisco/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-adds-new-route-from-manchester-to-san-francisco/ Thomas Cook Airlines’ rapidly expanding US network took another leap forward earlier with the announcement of direct flights from Manchester to San Francisco. The flights are available to book this week for flights beginning in May 2017. Fri, 09 Sep 2016 09:14:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-partners-with-fosun-for-china-launch/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-partners-with-fosun-for-china-launch/ Thomas Cook and Fosun, the leading Chinese investment conglomerate, have officially launched Thomas Cook China at an event in Shanghai. Thomas Cook China, or Thomas Cook 托迈酷客, is a joint venture between Thomas Cook and Fosun. Thu, 08 Sep 2016 10:16:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-overhauls-digital-structure/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-overhauls-digital-structure/ Thomas Cook has revealed announces a number of changes to its structure, including the creation of a single marketing and digital function. The new department will combine the existing digital team with group marketing. The new combined marketing and digital function will allow Thomas Cook to further develop its use of digital and social media to market its holidays and better target potential and existing customers throughout the year. Fri, 02 Sep 2016 07:52:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/terror-attacks-hit-revenues-at-thomas-cook/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/terror-attacks-hit-revenues-at-thomas-cook/ Travel agent Thomas Cook has reported third quarter revenue fell eight per cent, to £1.8 billion, as terror attacks across Europe hit sales. At the same time, underlying profit shrank from £30 million last year to £2 million. Pre-tax losses grew from £44 million in the third quarter of last year to £64 million. Fri, 29 Jul 2016 03:44:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-launches-direct-boston-flights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-launches-direct-boston-flights/ Thomas Cook Airlines’ inaugural flight to Boston took off earlier, marking its latest milestone as the biggest long haul carrier from Manchester. The Boston Weekender programme, which runs twice a week throughout June to the middle of September, will take culture vultures and explorers to one of the US’s most historic cities, with a flight schedule that makes long weekends available like never before. Thu, 02 Jun 2016 10:23:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-launches-augmented-reality-app-for-sentido-hotels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-launches-augmented-reality-app-for-sentido-hotels/ Thomas Cook has launched a new augmented reality app that brings its Sentido hotel collection to life for customers. Complementing Thomas Cook’s summer 2017 brochures, the app provides holidaymakers with an enhanced digital research tool to experience 20 of its own brand hotels through interactive tours. Fri, 13 May 2016 06:52:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-cancels-summer-departures-to-sharm-el-sheikh/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-cancels-summer-departures-to-sharm-el-sheikh/ Thomas Cook has cancelled all departures to the Egyptian resort of Sharm el Sheikh until at least October 31st. The tour operator had previously said the security situation in the Red Sea resort would see all holidays cancelled or postponed until May 25th. However, with no change to the Foreign & Commonwealth Office advice with regards to travel to Sharm el Sheikh airport, Thomas Cook took the decision to extend the black out. Tue, 08 Mar 2016 11:39:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-appoints-new-digital-sales-leader/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-appoints-new-digital-sales-leader/ Thomas Cook Group has announced the appointment of Gilles Despas in the role of chief digital officer. Gilles will join the business in February 2016, and will also sit on the company’s group executive committee. In his new role, Gilles will take responsibility for digital sales performance across the group and lead on the strategy for all future digital development and delivery. Thu, 28 Jan 2016 10:07:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-pulls-out-of-tunisia-until-october-at-earliest/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-pulls-out-of-tunisia-until-october-at-earliest/ Citing concerns from the British Foreign & Commonwealth Office, Thomas Cook has confirmed it will cancel all departures to Tunisia until at least October. There has been no change to the FCO advice with regards to travel to Tunisia since late last year, which remains against all but essential travel to the country. Tue, 26 Jan 2016 08:03:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mottershead-appointed-to-lead-thomas-cook-in-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mottershead-appointed-to-lead-thomas-cook-in-uk/ Chris Mottershead has been named as the new managing director of Thomas Cook UK & Ireland. Currently commercial director, he will assume his new position from October 1st. He replaces Salman Syed, who has decided to pursue external opportunities and will be leaving Thomas Cook on October 31st, following a handover period. Tue, 29 Sep 2015 10:14:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-leadership-for-thomas-cook-in-uk-ireland/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-leadership-for-thomas-cook-in-uk-ireland/ Thomas Cook UK & Ireland has confirmed Phil Gardner has joined the company as its new head of merchandising. Reporting directly to commercial director Chris Mottershead, his role will focus on bridging the commercial functions of product, yield, retail and online, driving greater collaboration and enhanced commercial decision-making across the business. Thu, 10 Sep 2015 09:18:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-india-acquires-kuoni-units/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-india-acquires-kuoni-units/ Thomas Cook India has signed a definitive agreement with Kuoni Group to acquire Kuoni’s Travel businesses across India and Hong Kong for £80 million. The transaction remains subject to regulatory approvals as required. Mon, 10 Aug 2015 09:43:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-sees-losses-narrow-as-revenue-increases/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-sees-losses-narrow-as-revenue-increases/ Thomas Cook has reported strong financial figures for the first half of financial 2015, with the travel agent revealing group revenue increased by £37 million to £2,742 million for the period. Gross margins were maintained at 21.3 per cent, as improved yield management and cost efficiencies compensated for continued competitive pressures. However, underlying EBIT improved by £18 million to a £173 million loss, excluding a £5 million benefit from Easter falling earlier this year. Wed, 20 May 2015 10:26:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/club-med-owner-takes-5-stake-in-thomas-cook/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/club-med-owner-takes-5-stake-in-thomas-cook/ Fosun International has taken a 5% stake in Thomas Cook Group, strengthening its foray into the European tourism sector. The Chinese conglomerate acquired French holiday maker Club Med last month. Sun, 08 Mar 2015 09:47:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norwegian-signs-charter-deals-with-tui-thomas-cook-and-nazar/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norwegian-signs-charter-deals-with-tui-thomas-cook-and-nazar/ Low-cost carrier Norwegian has continued its cooperation with several big tour operators by entering new agreements with TUI, Thomas Cook and Nazar. The agreements mean that Norwegian will fly charter passengers to several destinations in the Mediterranean. Thu, 19 Feb 2015 10:41:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-links-with-singapore-tourism-board-for-marketing-push/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-links-with-singapore-tourism-board-for-marketing-push/ Thomas Cook Group and Singapore Tourism Board have announced a major cooperative marketing agreement aimed at promoting Singapore as a unique holiday destination rather than just a stop-over haven for UK visitors. The agreement is the first collaborative deal Singapore Tourism Board has executed with Thomas Cook in the UK, and is part of a fully integrated omni-channel campaign targeting travel-intenders across Thomas Cook’s platforms from online to in-store, direct and third party media. Tue, 17 Feb 2015 11:40:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-reveals-shock-departure-of-chief-executive-green/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-reveals-shock-departure-of-chief-executive-green/ Thomas Cook has announced the shock departure of its chief executive, Harriet Green. Green has stepped down from the business with immediate affect and will be replaced by chief operating officer, Peter Fankhauser. Green said her “work was complete”. Wed, 26 Nov 2014 11:14:19 +0000