https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/tui group/ Tui Group News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T10:39:51+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-and-tui-group-to-explore-expansion-into-latin-america-and-eastern-e/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-and-tui-group-to-explore-expansion-into-latin-america-and-eastern-e/ Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett has initiated talks with TUI Group, one of the world’s leading tourism companies, to enhance the destination’s presence in Latin America and Eastern Europe. By leveraging TUI’s extensive marketing network, Jamaica’s strategic initiative to diversify its tourism source markets and expand its presence would receive significant momentum. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 22:12:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marella-cruises-launches-all-inclusive-cruise-calculator/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marella-cruises-launches-all-inclusive-cruise-calculator/ Research by Marella Cruises, TUI UK&I’s ocean cruise line, has revealed that over 60% of the nation is planning a summer holiday abroad this year, yet the cost of living is on the nation’s mind as one in five (20%) of Brits admit it’s stopping them booking an abroad getaway. To help savvy travellers get the best bang for their buck this summer, Marella Cruises has introduced the All Inclusive Cruise Calculator showing the value of going all-inclusive and the savings that can be made. The ocean cruise line’s free tool reveals the cost of sailing with the cruise line, showcasing the savings from booking an all-inclusive offering to everything included. Wed, 09 Jul 2025 04:36:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-repays-further-state-aid-to-wsf/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-repays-further-state-aid-to-wsf/ TUI has again repaid state aid from the Corona programme and also further reduced its credit lines. Silent Participation II of 671 million euros was repaid in full, plus interest due, to WSF (Economic Stabilisation Fund). Fri, 01 Jul 2022 12:05:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sebastian-ebel-appointed-as-new-ceo-of-the-tui-group/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sebastian-ebel-appointed-as-new-ceo-of-the-tui-group/ TUI’s Supervisory Board is appointing the current Chief Financial Officer Sebastian Ebel as the new Chairman of the Executive Board as of 1 October. Tue, 28 Jun 2022 12:20:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/helena-murano-and-christian-baier-appointed-to-tui-supervisory-board/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/helena-murano-and-christian-baier-appointed-to-tui-supervisory-board/ The Hanover Local Court has appointed Helena Murano and Christian Baier as members of the Supervisory Board of TUI AG. Both succeed Alexei Mordashov and Vladimir Lukin, who resigned from their Supervisory Board mandates at the beginning of March. Christian Baier will also become a member of the Audit Committee. Mon, 13 Jun 2022 11:40:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-care-foundation-and-enpacts-tourism-recovery-programme-wins-at-wtm-resp/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-care-foundation-and-enpacts-tourism-recovery-programme-wins-at-wtm-resp/ The TUI Care Foundation has recently become winners of two Gold and one Silver Award at the WTM Responsible Tourism Awards. The awards recognise their work around the world for programmes that supported sustainable tourism businesses during the pandemic in Africa and Latin America. Mon, 13 Jun 2022 11:32:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-driving-growth-in-tours-and-activities-with-relaunch-of-tui-collection/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-driving-growth-in-tours-and-activities-with-relaunch-of-tui-collection/ TUI Group, one of the world’s leading tourism groups, has revamped, expanded and relaunched the TUI Collection, one of the largest portfolios of original, branded experiences in the travel industry. The relaunch continues the Group’s strategic focus on tours and activities as a key growth pillar and supports the ongoing expansion of TUI’s digital platform for experiences. Fri, 27 May 2022 02:00:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/successful-season-opening-tui-offering-more-holidays-to-turkey/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/successful-season-opening-tui-offering-more-holidays-to-turkey/ TUI is raising capacity to Turkey this summer to 1.5m guests to resorts in Antalya, Izmir, Bodrum and Dalaman. The group also plans to further grow capacity across all markets for summer 2023. Tue, 03 May 2022 09:00:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-to-return-700m-in-emergency-bailout-cash/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-to-return-700m-in-emergency-bailout-cash/ Tui Group has said it is “well positioned” for the post-Covid-19 period and expects a stable business development for 2022, especially during the summer season. Wed, 30 Mar 2022 13:01:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-terminates-branding-deal-with-tui-russia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-terminates-branding-deal-with-tui-russia/ Tui Group has terminated the brand use agreement with Tui Russia. However, the Germany-based company was quick to clarify Tui Russia is not a company of the wider group. Thu, 10 Mar 2022 09:30:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-shareholders-rejig-holdings-following-russia-sanctions/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-shareholders-rejig-holdings-following-russia-sanctions/ As the financial fallout from the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues, Tui Group has been informed that the ownership of its shareholder Unifirm has changed. Mon, 07 Mar 2022 13:20:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mordashov-steps-down-from-tui-group-role/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mordashov-steps-down-from-tui-group-role/ Alexey Mordashov has resigned his position on the supervisory board of Tui Group after being sanctioned by the European Union. He is the largest shareholder in the holiday giant. Wed, 02 Mar 2022 14:13:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-plays-down-mordashov-connection/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-plays-down-mordashov-connection/ Alexey Mordashov, the largest shareholder in Tui Group, has been sanctioned by the European Union. By some estimates he is the second richest man in Russia. Tue, 01 Mar 2022 07:53:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-to-boost-holiday-options-from-glasgow-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-to-boost-holiday-options-from-glasgow-airport/ TUI UK has confirmed the expansion of its holiday programme for summer 2022 from Glasgow Airport with increased frequency of flying to over nine different destinations. Thu, 10 Feb 2022 12:26:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-looks-ahead-to-bright-summer-as-restrictions-lift/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-looks-ahead-to-bright-summer-as-restrictions-lift/ More than four times as many guests travelled with TUI in the first quarter of 2022 as in the same period last year, the company has revealed, as the travel rebound continues. Tue, 08 Feb 2022 10:24:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-launches-summer-sale-to-uk-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-launches-summer-sale-to-uk-travellers/ Tui has launched a ‘Live Happy’ sale on all summer holidays departing between May and the end of October next year. Thousands of trips are on offer now. Tue, 28 Dec 2021 09:46:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-remains-in-red-but-looks-forward-to-2022-recovery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-remains-in-red-but-looks-forward-to-2022-recovery/ Tui Group has reported a €2.4 billion loss for the financial year as it battles back from the Covid-19 pandemic. The figure is an improvement on losses of €3.5 billion seen the year before. Wed, 08 Dec 2021 09:39:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-skyla-takes-to-the-water-in-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-skyla-takes-to-the-water-in-germany/ The christening ceremony, complete with the traditional champagne smash, was officiated over by corporate captain, Marco Menke, and godmother, college exam officer, Catherine Hawkins. Wed, 24 Nov 2021 09:55:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-river-cruises-unveils-plans-for-summer-2023/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-river-cruises-unveils-plans-for-summer-2023/ Three new itineraries will be added to the sailings bringing the total number available for customers to choose from to 21, with a range of durations from three-14 nights. Thu, 04 Nov 2021 10:41:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-raises-1.1bn-in-latest-rights-offer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-raises-1.1bn-in-latest-rights-offer/ TUI has completed its second rights offering this year. The proceeds from the capital increase will be used to reduce the drawings on the KfW credit line and the banks’ cash facility. Fri, 29 Oct 2021 08:45:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-seeks-to-reposition-with-europe-wide-brand-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-seeks-to-reposition-with-europe-wide-brand-campaign/ The work will relaunch the brand with a fresh brand identity for the post-pandemic world against a backdrop of travel restrictions easing across Europe. Wed, 20 Oct 2021 09:05:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-to-raise-1.1bn-in-fresh-capital/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-to-raise-1.1bn-in-fresh-capital/ Tui Group has confirmed plans to issue new share capital valued at €1.1 billion as the battle to recover from the Covid-19 pandemic continues. Wed, 06 Oct 2021 08:48:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-expands-eurostar-activities-partnership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-expands-eurostar-activities-partnership/ The agreement the strong and strategic growth in tours and activities, including a steadily increasing number of partnerships with high-profile European businesses. Tue, 07 Sep 2021 08:35:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-calls-for-loosening-of-restrictions-as-losses-continue/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-calls-for-loosening-of-restrictions-as-losses-continue/ Tui Group has reported a loss of €670 million for the third quarter of the year. However, the company has now resumed business activities in all European markets, with cashflow positive for the period. Mon, 16 Aug 2021 08:57:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-river-cruises-launches-in-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-river-cruises-launches-in-germany/ Tui has launched its latest venture, Tui River Cruises, after an 18-month delay due to the Covid-19 Pandemic. Passenger sailings begin on Sunday. Fri, 13 Aug 2021 10:20:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-rolls-over-4.7-in-bank-lending/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-rolls-over-4.7-in-bank-lending/ TUI Group has extended its existing credit lines until summer 2024 as the company seeks to insulate itself from the ongoing impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic. Wed, 28 Jul 2021 07:49:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-adds-senegal-for-winter-2022/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-adds-senegal-for-winter-2022/ Travellers can choose from 45 destinations, including winter classics such as the Canaries, Egypt and Mexico, as well as brand new Senegal, perfect for a new experience off the beaten track. Fri, 23 Jul 2021 07:22:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marella-cruises-launches-winter-2022-programme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marella-cruises-launches-winter-2022-programme/ Marella Cruises will be welcoming a new sailing, Tropical Shores, where cruisers can explore the breath-taking scenery of the Caribbean from Barbados onboard Marella Discovery. Fri, 23 Jul 2021 07:08:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-uk-to-return-to-jamaica-this-week1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-uk-to-return-to-jamaica-this-week1/ Jamaica has confirmed that TUI UK will be re-starting flights from the UK this Thursday. This follows news that fully vaccinated Brits no longer need to quarantine on return from amber destinations. Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:33:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-to-offer-permanent-flexible-working-in-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-to-offer-permanent-flexible-working-in-uk/ TUI is moving to permanent flexible working in the UK following the Covid-19 pandemic. The majority of office-based employees have worked from home since the start of the pandemic in March last year. Wed, 14 Jul 2021 09:11:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-sells-riu-hotels-resorts-stake-for-670m/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-sells-riu-hotels-resorts-stake-for-670m/ The holiday giant had held 49 per cent of the company, but has sold its share for €670 million as it looks to reduce debts built up during the Covid-19 pandemic. Fri, 28 May 2021 13:08:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-scraps-trips-to-amber-countries-until-late-june/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-scraps-trips-to-amber-countries-until-late-june/ The holiday giant will no longer be offering departures to Mexico, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Turkey, Egypt, Cape Verde, Morocco, Tunisia and Bulgaria until at least June 27th. Tue, 25 May 2021 11:51:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brand-overhaul-for-robinson-ahead-of-half-century-celebration/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brand-overhaul-for-robinson-ahead-of-half-century-celebration/ Robinson, a high-end brand owned by TUI Group, is sharpening its profile for its fiftieth anniversary with the launch of a new brand identity. Wed, 12 May 2021 11:24:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-pins-hopes-on-strong-summer-as-losses-mount/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-pins-hopes-on-strong-summer-as-losses-mount/ The company reported an adjusted loss of €1.3 billion for the first half of the year, down further from losses of €795 million seen in the same period last year. Wed, 12 May 2021 08:24:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marella-cruises-unveils-uk-summer-sailings/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marella-cruises-unveils-uk-summer-sailings/ Marella Explorer will set sail from Southampton on UK itineraries from June 25th, sailing to new ports of call including, Belfast, Dublin and Liverpool. Thu, 15 Apr 2021 10:31:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-to-raise-350m-in-fresh-capital/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-to-raise-350m-in-fresh-capital/ TUI Group has revealed plans to raise at least €350 million in fresh funding as the company seeks to whether the ongoing impact from the Covid-19 pandemic. The new bonds will fall due in 2028. Fri, 09 Apr 2021 09:27:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-uk-adds-thousands-of-trips-for-summer-2022/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-uk-adds-thousands-of-trips-for-summer-2022/ Customers will have an additional 1,500 hotels to choose from in 62 favourite hotspots, giving more choice for their long-awaited break, whether they prefer a short, mid, or long-haul getaway. Tue, 06 Apr 2021 04:36:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-confirms-new-uk-shop-closures/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-confirms-new-uk-shop-closures/ Tui Group has confirmed it will close a further 48 shops across the UK as the Covid-19 pandemic continues to hit the travel sector. The locations of the shops was not revealed. Wed, 24 Mar 2021 09:41:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-river-cruises-delays-launch/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-river-cruises-delays-launch/ TUI River Cruises has again extended the delay in its launch. The first customer sailing will now be onboard TUI Skyla on June 28th from Budapest. Tue, 16 Mar 2021 05:17:28 +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/aviation-calls-on-johnson-to-reopen-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aviation-calls-on-johnson-to-reopen-sector/ Chief executives from leading UK-based airlines have added their voices to calls for the prime minister to ensure an aviation recovery roadmap is announced next week. Thu, 18 Feb 2021 13:40:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-optimistic-for-summer-2021-despite-continued-losses/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-optimistic-for-summer-2021-despite-continued-losses/ Due to travel restrictions around the world, the hospitality giant also saw losses of €699 million on an adjusted basis for the first three months of the year, compared to a loss of €147 million last year. Tue, 09 Feb 2021 09:16:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marella-cruises-extends-pause-in-operations-until-end-of-march/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marella-cruises-extends-pause-in-operations-until-end-of-march/ Marella Cruises has extended its pause in European operations until March 31st, while long-haul trips are not now expected to return until at least April 30th. Thu, 14 Jan 2021 09:35:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/leo-burnett-wins-tui-contract-in-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/leo-burnett-wins-tui-contract-in-europe/ Leo Burnett will handle all aspects of the TUI brand in Europe, spanning creative output and strategy across the UK, Germany, France, the Nordics and Benelux. Mon, 11 Jan 2021 07:04:04 +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/tui-group-wins-approval-for-latest-rescue-package/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-wins-approval-for-latest-rescue-package/ TUI Group has finalised a €1.8 billion financing package led by the German government as the company battles the fallout from the Covid-19 pandemic. Wed, 06 Jan 2021 09:48:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-cancels-luton-flights-as-airport-moves-into-tier-four/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-cancels-luton-flights-as-airport-moves-into-tier-four/ The travel giant said it would not operate departures from the airport until December 30th at the earliest, when restrictions are due to be reassessed. Mon, 21 Dec 2020 07:14:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-launches-aruba-winter-sun-holidays/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-launches-aruba-winter-sun-holidays/ TUI UK has launched its first-ever winter holiday programme to Aruba in an attempt to give customers even more choice for some winter sun. Flights from London Gatwick start today. Wed, 16 Dec 2020 09:49:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-reports-3.1bn-loss-but-looks-to-brighter-2021/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-reports-3.1bn-loss-but-looks-to-brighter-2021/ The travel giant saw revenue of €7.9 billion for financial 2020. The figure is down 58 per cent from the €18.9 billion reported last year, as Covid-19 took a huge toll on bookings. Thu, 10 Dec 2020 09:30:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-flights-from-doncaster-sheffield-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-flights-from-doncaster-sheffield-airport/ Flights to popular holiday hotspots such as Gran Canaria and Tenerife take off from Doncaster Sheffield Airport again from today. TUI and Wizz Air are also offering discounts on test and release kits. Fri, 04 Dec 2020 05:11:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-secures-a-further-1.8-billion-in-emergency-funding/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-secures-a-further-1.8-billion-in-emergency-funding/ The deal includes the German Economic Support Fund, KfW Entwicklungsbank, commercial banks and the company’s largest single shareholder Unifirm. Thu, 03 Dec 2020 09:54:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-cancels-trips-to-see-santa-in-lapland/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-cancels-trips-to-see-santa-in-lapland/ TUI has confirmed there will be no trips to see Santa this year. The UK & Ireland subsidiary revealed earlier it had taken the “incredibly difficult” decision to suspend holidays to Lapland this winter. Tue, 10 Nov 2020 11:07:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-river-cruises-to-put-summer-2022-on-sale-next-week/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-river-cruises-to-put-summer-2022-on-sale-next-week/ TUI River Cruises and Marella Cruises will put their summer 2022 programmes on sale from November 5th. TUI also confirmed one of its three ships, TUI Maya, will become all-inclusive as standard. Thu, 29 Oct 2020 06:42:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-unveils-winter-holidays-for-2022/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-unveils-winter-holidays-for-2022/ TUI UK has launched winter 2021 and 2022 holidays as the company seeks to boost sales in the wake of the Covid-19 shutdown in travel. The holiday giant will put summer 2022 on sale from November. Tue, 27 Oct 2020 10:34:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marella-cruises-extends-booking-flexibility-offer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marella-cruises-extends-booking-flexibility-offer/ Marella Cruises and TUI River Cruises have announced they will offer additional flexibility to customers. The TUI-owned pair will extend an existing free amends policy on all new bookings until December 31st. Wed, 21 Oct 2020 13:11:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-appoints-ebel-to-chief-financial-officer-role/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-appoints-ebel-to-chief-financial-officer-role/ An experienced manager of many years’ standing with the company, Sebastian Ebel will move to the top of the finance division from January 1st. Wed, 07 Oct 2020 08:43:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marella-dream-to-be-retired-in-wake-of-covid-19-shutdown/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marella-dream-to-be-retired-in-wake-of-covid-19-shutdown/ The move comes as the cruise sector continues to struggle in the wake the of the pandemic and the TUI-owned Marella Cruises reshapes its programme for the coming seasons. Thu, 01 Oct 2020 14:15:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-secures-further-1.2bn-in-government-support/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-secures-further-1.2bn-in-government-support/ Including this second stabilisation package, TUI will have financial resources of around €2 billion in hand, the company said it a statement. Wed, 30 Sep 2020 05:16:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-cancels-zante-trips-over-covid-19-fears/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-cancels-zante-trips-over-covid-19-fears/ Nearly 200 people faced self-isolation after at least 16 passengers on a Tui flight from Zante to Cardiff Airport tested positive for the virus earlier this week. Wed, 02 Sep 2020 08:43:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/no-return-for-marella-cruises-until-november/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/no-return-for-marella-cruises-until-november/ Marella Cruises has extended a pause in operations until November 15th at the earliest. The line, the third largest in the UK, said the on-going uncertainty around travel restrictions promoted the decision. Mon, 24 Aug 2020 08:58:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-river-cruises-prepares-for-november-launch/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-river-cruises-prepares-for-november-launch/ TUI has begun a 100-day countdown to the launch of its newest venture. The launch was initially planned for March this year, but was abandoned as the Covid-19 pandemic hit global travel. Tue, 18 Aug 2020 08:47:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-secures-new-government-funding-as-losses-mount/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-secures-new-government-funding-as-losses-mount/ TUI has secured an additional €1.2 billion in stabilisation funding from German state-owned development bank KfW in order to ensure sufficient liquidity for the upcoming winter season. Thu, 13 Aug 2020 08:41:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/which-renews-criticism-of-uk-airline-refunds/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/which-renews-criticism-of-uk-airline-refunds/ Ryanair, Virgin Atlantic and TUI are failing to refund passengers in agreed time frames, breaching recent commitments to the regulator, according to new research. Wed, 12 Aug 2020 07:40:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-to-close-166-retail-locations-across-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-to-close-166-retail-locations-across-uk/ TUI has announced it will close 166 stores across the UK and Ireland. In what will be seen as a major blow to the tourism industry, the travel giant said it had “accelerated” the closures as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Thu, 30 Jul 2020 11:04:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-cancels-spain-holidays-from-uk-following-quarantine-decision/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-cancels-spain-holidays-from-uk-following-quarantine-decision/ TUI has cancelled all British holidays to mainland Spain until August 9th in response to government decision to reintroduce quarantine procedures. Mon, 27 Jul 2020 07:28:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marella-cruises-cancels-most-of-summer-season/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marella-cruises-cancels-most-of-summer-season/ Marella Cruises has confirmed that, due to the on-going travel restrictions, it is extending its cancellations of all cruises until September 30th. Fri, 24 Jul 2020 09:30:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-adds-new-flexible-booking-options-for-british-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-adds-new-flexible-booking-options-for-british-travellers/ The new policy allows holidaymakers to make one fee-free change to their booking - including the hotel and destination - regardless of whether they are affected by Covid-19. Thu, 23 Jul 2020 12:27:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/which-calls-for-reform-as-refund-troubles-mount/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/which-calls-for-reform-as-refund-troubles-mount/ People are suffering “serious financial and emotional distress” as they struggle to claim refunds for flights and holidays cancelled due to coronavirus Which? has found. Thu, 16 Jul 2020 09:18:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-to-offer-covid-19-cover-as-destination-network-expands/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-to-offer-covid-19-cover-as-destination-network-expands/ The company will be taking customers to a total of 24 destinations from August 1st, flying from a total of 12 UK airports, all subject to government guidance. Mon, 13 Jul 2020 08:34:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scottish-travellers-rue-tui-cancellation-decision/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scottish-travellers-rue-tui-cancellation-decision/ A TUI decision to cancel all of its chartered flights from Aberdeen for the remainder of the summer has been greeted with shock and disappointment by the Scottish Passenger Agents’ Association. Sun, 12 Jul 2020 09:38:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-completes-sale-of-hapag-lloyd-cruises/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-completes-sale-of-hapag-lloyd-cruises/ TUI Group has successfully completed the sale of its subsidiary Hapag-Lloyd Cruises to TUI Cruises. Hamburg-based TUI Cruises is a joint venture between TUI and Royal Caribbean Group. Wed, 08 Jul 2020 09:37:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/tui-returns-to-uk-screens-with-new-ad/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/tui-returns-to-uk-screens-with-new-ad/ TUI UK is celebrating the imminent return of European summer holidays with its latest ‘Welcome Back’ marketing campaign and a new TV ad. Fri, 03 Jul 2020 09:07:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-raring-to-go-across-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-raring-to-go-across-europe/ All TUI tour operators and airlines are ready to restart their businesses as travel restrictions are eased across Europe. The Balearic Islands, Greece, Cyprus, Portugal and Croatia are the focus of the first holidays. Mon, 29 Jun 2020 08:11:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-hopes-to-relaunch-british-holiday-programme-in-july/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-hopes-to-relaunch-british-holiday-programme-in-july/ The company is ready to take British travellers on holiday again to eight destinations in Greece, the Balearics and the Canaries from three UK airports from July 11th. Mon, 22 Jun 2020 07:41:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-fly-to-downsize-in-face-of-falling-demand/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-fly-to-downsize-in-face-of-falling-demand/ The plans would encompass the shrinking of the TUI fly Germany fleet from 39 to 17 Boeing 737-800 aircraft and the loss of 900 jobs in Germany. Fri, 19 Jun 2020 08:30:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-to-scale-down-france-operations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-to-scale-down-france-operations/ TUI Group has continued its repositioning of in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, with TUI France set to focus on the high-margin business with a few core brands in the future. Wed, 17 Jun 2020 12:27:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-restarts-european-summer-holiday-programme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-restarts-european-summer-holiday-programme/ European markets – including Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands and Switzerland – will resume partial operations to a limited number of destinations from this month. However, TUI added the UK and Nordic region would have to wait until later in the summer. Tue, 16 Jun 2020 08:32:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-pushes-holiday-return-into-july/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-pushes-holiday-return-into-july/ TUI Group has pushed back the return of its operations in the UK into July. The travel giant had hoped to begin offering holidays again on June 30th, but this has now been delayed to July 10th. Fri, 12 Jun 2020 09:33:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-urges-tui-group-to-make-hotel-payments/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/chta-urges-tui-group-to-make-hotel-payments/ In April, CHTA appealed for a response from those tour operators which had failed to reimburse hotels for first quarter stays by travellers who had made their payments to the tour operators well in advance of their travel. Tue, 09 Jun 2020 09:50:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-strikes-737-max-compensation-deal-with-boeing/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-strikes-737-max-compensation-deal-with-boeing/ While the details of the agreement remain confidential, it provides compensation which covers a significant portion of the financial impact, as well as credits for future aircraft orders, TUI said. Wed, 03 Jun 2020 09:47:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-lines-announce-latest-wave-of-cancellations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-lines-announce-latest-wave-of-cancellations/ Costa Cruises, Aida Cruises and Marella Cruises have all delayed the return of sailings in the wake of the Covid-19 outbreak. Thu, 28 May 2020 08:00:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/spain-to-remove-covid-19-quarantine-from-july/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/spain-to-remove-covid-19-quarantine-from-july/ Officials in Spain have confirmed the country will drop a two-week quarantine requirement for arrivals from July 1st. The decision comes as the country seeks to reopen its tourism sector ahead of the summer season. Tue, 26 May 2020 09:17:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-to-shed-jobs-ahead-of-slow-restart/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-to-shed-jobs-ahead-of-slow-restart/ The company said it was preparing to return to operation, with the first hotels on Sylt and in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania to open their doors for guests in the coming days. Wed, 13 May 2020 08:27:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-tui-unveils-post-covid-19-hotel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-tui-unveils-post-covid-19-hotel/ TUI has introduced a ten-point set of measures and standards to reopen its’ hotels. They are designed to ensure the highest hygiene standards in relation to Covid-19 have been put in place. Here we take a closer look Mon, 11 May 2020 10:13:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marella-cruises-rejigs-sailing-schedule-into-2021/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marella-cruises-rejigs-sailing-schedule-into-2021/ The news follows the announcement that the line is cancelling all cruises up to June 30th and that after 15 years its ship, Marella Celebration, is to retire from the fleet early. Wed, 06 May 2020 12:15:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-china-relaunches-domestic-holidays/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-china-relaunches-domestic-holidays/ Three months after the subsidiary had to completely stop selling tours, the company is now offering mainly short trips to the mountains and Chinese beach resorts under the product name TUI Selection. Mon, 04 May 2020 09:05:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-pushes-holiday-return-into-june/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-pushes-holiday-return-into-june/ TUI Group has cancelled all holidays before June 11th. A spokesperson said: “We are proactively contacting all customers whose bookings are impacted to offer a range of flexible options.” Wed, 29 Apr 2020 12:21:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-extends-travel-operations-suspension-into-may/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-extends-travel-operations-suspension-into-may/ Following the decision, TUI beach holidays travelling up to and including May 14th will no longer operate, while Marella Cruise holidays before May 31st have also been scrapped. Wed, 08 Apr 2020 08:47:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-airways-cabin-crew-joins-nhs-fight-against-coronavirus/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-airways-cabin-crew-joins-nhs-fight-against-coronavirus/ The expertise and first aid training of TUI Airways cabin crew will be utilised across hospitals nationwide. The news comes as TUI UK supports a new St John Ambulance scheme to help tackle the coronavirus by relieving pressure on the NHS. Mon, 06 Apr 2020 07:54:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-to-furlough-11000-staff-in-uk-from-today/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-to-furlough-11000-staff-in-uk-from-today/ The company said 4,455 travel agency employees, roughly 99 per cent of shop staff, will be sent home following the closure of its high-street network. The closure comes in response to the government lockdown to battle the coronavirus pandemic. Wed, 01 Apr 2020 08:29:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-uk-completes-customer-repatriation-as-final-flights-lands/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-uk-completes-customer-repatriation-as-final-flights-lands/ The arrival of 265 passengers at Birmingham Airport from Cancun has marked the end of a mammoth repatriation programme mounted from TUI UK in response to the Coronavirus pandemic. Tue, 31 Mar 2020 09:00:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-secures-1.8-billion-loan-from-german-government/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-secures-1.8-billion-loan-from-german-government/ TUI AG has received the approval of the German government for a bridging loan of €1.8 billion from the KfW. The funds of Germany’s state-owned development bank are to be used to increase TUI’s existing credit line with its banks amounting to €1.75 billion. Sat, 28 Mar 2020 09:19:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-river-cruises-postpones-european-debut/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-river-cruises-postpones-european-debut/ The launch of TUI River Cruises has been postponed, with all sailings cancelled until May 2nd. The first public voyages were due to depart on March 29th, with itineraries on a number of European waterways.  Tue, 17 Mar 2020 09:16:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-suspends-vast-majority-of-travel-operations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-suspends-vast-majority-of-travel-operations/ Tour operator TUI has temporarily suspends the “vast majority” of all travel operations due to an outbreak of Covid-19 around the world. The company added it would apply for state aid guarantees to support the business until normal operations are resumed. Mon, 16 Mar 2020 10:20:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boeing-grounding-sees-tui-group-lower-2020-guidance/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boeing-grounding-sees-tui-group-lower-2020-guidance/ Tui was also forced to cut its earnings estimate for 2020 – largely due to the ongoing grounding of the Boeing 737 Max. While initially expecting the plane to return to service in April, the deadline might now slip until the summer. Tue, 11 Feb 2020 09:17:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-shifts-ownership-of-hapag-lloyd-cruises/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-shifts-ownership-of-hapag-lloyd-cruises/ TUI has agreed to sell its Hapag-Lloyd Cruises business to TUI Cruises, the joint venture the company operates with Royal Caribbean Cruises. The deal is valued at €1.2 billion. Fri, 07 Feb 2020 11:08:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-choice-drops-exclusive-all-inclusive-offering/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-choice-drops-exclusive-all-inclusive-offering/ First Choice has ditched its commitment to exclusively providing all-inclusive holidays, unveiling plans to offer customers more package breaks. The changes will be revealed in a new multi-million-pound ad campaign. Wed, 18 Dec 2019 10:01:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-to-debut-new-ad-campaign-in-uk-this-weekend/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-group-to-debut-new-ad-campaign-in-uk-this-weekend/ TUI Group will launch its latest marketing campaign on prime Saturday and Sunday slots this weekend. The company will debut one of four ads that audiences will see in the coming months. Fri, 08 Nov 2019 09:08:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-unveils-summer-holiday-plans-for-2021/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-unveils-summer-holiday-plans-for-2021/ TUI has launched its winter 2020 programme as well as over 1,000 popular hotels for the summer 2021 season. Selling summer holidays well in advance is in direct response to positive customer feedback and demand and was first introduced last November. Thu, 07 Nov 2019 08:57:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-to-return-to-sharm-el-sheikh-for-summer-2020/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-to-return-to-sharm-el-sheikh-for-summer-2020/ Sticking with its commitment of offering more flexibility and choice for its customers, TUI will reintroduce holidays to the Egyptian resort town from popular airports Gatwick London, Birmingham and Manchester. Fri, 01 Nov 2019 09:34:04 +0000