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GLT AwardsAlex Dixon: passionate about people, palaces and history
We spoke to Alex Dixon, who looks after groups at Historic Royal Palaces, to find out what it meant to be nominated for The Excellence Award and what the charity has coming up this year.
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GLT AwardsEric White: group organisers make it a thrill to answer the phone
We chatted to Eric White, who looks after groups visiting the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew in Richmond, about being nominated for The Excellence Award 2022 and his botanical highlights.
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GLT AwardsPam Wharton: 40 years of travel, friends and memories
Pam Wharton was a finalist for the 2021 Excellence Award. Here she tells us how she first got into travel and the qualities that are key to her role.
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GLT AwardsZoe Poston: a ray of sunshine for group organisers
We caught up with Zoe Poston, group sales executive at Dunwood, about winning the 2022 Excellence Award and her favourite place in the world.
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FeaturesNew SIX the Musical images show extravagant costumes and colourful staging
The latest production photos of SIX the Musical have been released, showing the newest queens to take to the stage as Henry VIII’s wives at the Vaudeville Theatre in London. You can use the arrows to the right and left of the image gallery above to scroll through ...
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InterviewBlue Badge Guide Roger Bailey on what makes the Heart of England so special
Roger Bailey tells us what groups may be surprised to learn about the area as well as his personal highlights of places to visit.
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Features2023 anniversaries: Flying Scotsman, pier celebrations and an unusual silver swan
From a major art exhibition to 100 years of the Flying Scotsman and the original Wembley Stadium, here’s a look at some of the special anniversaries to inspire your trips this year.
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Features5 days out for groups to enjoy over the summer
Take a look at these five amazing ideas for group days out in the summer, ranging from royal homes to a day at the races.
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FeaturesJennie Bond shares her favourite royal estates to visit
From Buckingham Palace to the Castle of Mey on the far north coast of Scotland, the former BBC Royal Correspondent shares her must-visit royal residences for groups.
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Features9 top visits that the GLT team enjoyed during 2022
From historic visits to European adventures, here are ten day trips and holidays that members of the GLT team took in 2022, offering you inspiration for 2023 and beyond.
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FeaturesA look at your 10 most read articles of 2022…
The list of our most popular stories for 2022 is certainly a reflection of your appetite for group travel inspiration. Here’s what piqued your interest throughout the year…
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Reader ClubUltimate luxury in river cruising on Scenic Reader Club trip
We challenge you to read this and not feel a huge sense of wanderlust. GLT editor Keeley Rodgers reports back from an unforgettable Scenic river cruise fam trip.
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FeaturesHead behind-the-scenes for a host of exclusive group experiences
Step behind-the-scenes for guided tours of a host of gardens, museums and historic venues to treat your group to a unique experience.
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Features10 of the best theatre shows touring the UK and Ireland in 2023
We’ve rounded up ten theatre shows which are hitting the road throughout 2023. Expect much-loved musicals, true stories and something for all interests.
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FeaturesHistoric venues show off their Christmas displays for the festive season
Tis’ the season where groups head out on a of range Christmas excursions and to celebrate the festivities, here’s a look at the glittering displays at some of our historic venues.
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FeaturesScenery, sights and above all…laughter during group holiday to Zagreb and Slovenia
Gwen Wright, The Arts Society (Cranleigh), on the show-stopping caves, stunning landscapes and charming cities visited during a recent European group break.
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Features5 days out for groups which bring history to life
Here are five options to give your group a day they’ll never forget, whether it be exploring a heritage venue or jumping aboard historic vessels.
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FeaturesV&A highlights include Chanel fashion first and major Donatello display
Groups visiting the V&A in 2023 have plenty to look out for including the first UK exhibition dedicated to the work of French couturière, Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel.
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FeaturesPushing the boat out: luxury yachting for groups in Croatia
Most groups are used to being driven around, but what if the transport wasn’t a minibus or a coach, but a 49-metre yacht? Sarah Holt shares her experience of a very luxurious cruise.
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Features5 quirky dining experiences for groups
From music-themed visits to hilarious comedy sketches, here are five dining experiences which are sure to give your group a meal to remember.