All articles by Grumpy Group Organiser – Page 2
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ColumnA slice of perspective and thoughts on a return to civilised flying
This month, it’s the green activists and those spreading doom and gloom who are getting grumpy group organiser’s back up.
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ColumnRip off concerts, free plane tickets, and are we losing our marbles?
Grumpy Group Organiser discusses a new twist in the ongoing Elgin Marbles debate, some desperate measures to get tourists back to Hong Kong, and unappealing new ticket pricing.
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ColumnA new era, paying our respects and striking the right balance
How it might feel visiting the royal palaces now we have a King on the throne, an overreaction that created a PR own goal, and the most thoughtful countries in the world. Grumpy Group Organiser has his say…
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ColumnThe easily offended, quick to moan and standing up for what’s right
Grumpy Group Organiser’s feathers have been ruffled by unruly kids at airports, a lack of respect for heritage and the snowflakes out in force.
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ColumnA moan about strikes, mobile phone ignorance and staying safe out there
The contentious issue of rail strikes is causing havoc to so many industries, not least tourism. Grumpy Group Organiser has his say on this and is also shocked at discovering the unsafest country in Europe.
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ColumnA surge in travel demand, tight shorts and partying too hard
More people are booking holidays, which is great news, although you may want to avoid some French swimming pools. Plus, groups that like to stick one too many away may be in for a shock.
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ColumnShocking staff changes, no more BBC tours and painfully slow table service
Grumpy Group Organiser has his say on the controversial sacking of P&O Ferries employees, the sad reality of Covid cancelling BBC tours and his love-hate relationship with table service apps.
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ColumnGoodbye to Neighbours and tears for Cinderella
It’s been another busy month for Grumpy Group Organiser, who shares his thoughts on Aussie TV soap Neighbours getting axed, Putin’s attack on Ukraine and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s phone tantrum that had his Cinderella cast in tears.
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ColumnRecord visitor numbers at Barnard Castle, standing ovations and mobile charges
Proof that Dominic Cummings has had a positive impact on tourism, why you shouldn’t always get out of your seat at the theatre, and being able to use your mobile abroad without being stung.
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ColumnThe magic of theatre, obscure tea bags and disruptive ‘anti-vaxxers’
It’s Grumpy Group Organiser’s first column of 2022 and he’s in a ranty kind of a mood.
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ColumnCarrying on despite Omicron and some highly astonishing reviews
Mind-boggling reviews about The Shard in London, getting into the festive spirit and more from our regular columnist.
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ColumnEnjoying the theatre and dreaming of an overseas adventure
Our regular columnist shares his thoughts about ongoing travel restrictions and a joyous trip to the theatre – his first visit back since the pandemic began.
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ColumnThinking about New York City and advice about being prepared
Our regular columnist reflects on the anniversary of 9/11 and the uncertainty of the proposed Covid passport roll-out.
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ColumnFlashing in Sherwood, cowboys prosper and a rebellion hurting tourism
Protesters in London are harming tourism, argues our regular columnist, who also discusses rip-off Covid tests and how nudists in Sherwood Forest are baring all in the wrong places.
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ColumnA loss for Liverpool, quirky artefacts and a woeful tourist attraction
Our columnist reflects on Liverpool losing its World Heritage status, quirky treasures in the Yorkshire Museum and the Marble Arch Mound.
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ColumnQuarantine-free travel, space tourism and a face mask disaster
Our columnist gives his thoughts on quarantine-free travel, face masks and holidays to space.
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ColumnGreece is for technophobes and a bottle of water that will cure home sickness
We hear from Grumpy Group Organiser about what has been catching his eye in the media recently, including bottled rain water and his thoughts on the Covid passport.
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ColumnGood news for staycation cruises plus make sure you’re smartphone savvy
Our regular columnist, Grumpy Group Organiser, discusses his hopes for domestic cruises, the introduction of a possible vaccination passport and his love for the theatre.
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ColumnConfirmed: it is NOT illegal to book a holiday and have something to look forward to
After a range of confusing comments and messages from various government ministers, we knew who we would have to turn to in order to set the record straight. And rant a little, of course - over to Grumpy Group Organiser.
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ColumnVaccines are hopefully the way forward, so here’s to getting together again
It’s a new year, but he’s not holding back. Grumpy Group Organiser shares his thoughts on what has been a strange start to 2021.
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