More Features – Page 27
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FeaturesWhat’s new for groups in… Greater Manchester
Featuring a revamped Wigan Pier, new exhibitions and special openings, we take a look at some of the highlights in the second installment of this new series looking at top outings for groups in different locations.
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FeaturesFrom steam trains to street marches: this year’s group events at Beamish
Beamish has announced a full programme of events for the year ahead inspired by national and local heritage.
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FeaturesGLT’s top picks: 10 theatre shows to look out for in 2020
From new productions on the West End Stage to major touring musicals, we’ve rounded up a simple guide giving inspiration for a fantastic trip to the theatre in 2020.
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FeaturesGLT’s top picks: 20 destinations for groups to visit in 2020
Planning a group getaway this year? Galway, San Francisco and Bruges are among our suggestions for 2020 - see where else made the list.
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GLT AwardsInterview: Excellence Award finalist Nikki Stephenson talks about why it’s nice to be recognised
We catch up with Nikki Stephenson, groups sales executive at just for groups! about what it meant to be a finalist for the Excellence Award.
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FeaturesTop tips on how to make the most of dining on cruise holidays
Cruise writer Jeannine Williamson shares her advice on making the most of on-board mealtimes.
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FeaturesTour operators’ predictions about where will be a hit for groups in 2020
We caught up with a number of tour operators to find out which exciting destinations groups should consider visiting over the next 12 months.
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GLT Awards“I just really care about people,” RHS Melissa Hackney on her Excellence Award nomination
We sat down with Melissa Hackney, group sales and marketing manager for the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), about why she loves her role and what it meant to pick up a trophy at this year’s Group Leisure & Travel Awards.
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Features10 of the most read stories of 2019
2019 has been a busy year for the world of group travel, but which news articles and features have you been most interested in? Here’s our top 10 most read stories of the last 12 months.
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FeaturesSpecial anniversaries and new openings for groups in 2020
We’ve rounded up some of the big new openings, special anniversaries and more taking place throughout next year, in one handy feature for group travel organisers to start planning their next outings.
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InterviewInterview: The Original Tour’s Barry Watson on being an Excellence Award finalist
We talk to Barry Watson, group sales and customer service supervisor at The Original Tour about what it meant to be nominated for the Excellence Award as part of the 2019 Group Leisure and Travel Awards.
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ColumnJulie Peasgood on why cruise holidays are great for groups
Self-confessed cruise addict and TV presenter Julie Peasgood was one of the celebrity speakers at this year’s Group Leisure & Travel Show in Milton Keynes in October. Here are some of the snippets from her seminar session.
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FeaturesGroup organiser Bob Walker shares some highlights of an epic holiday to Cuba
Bob Walker, who organises holidays and outings for Mancass in Manchester shares his highlights from a group trip to Cuba.
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Features10 of the best new cruise ships for 2020 holidays
With more than 35 ocean and river ships launching in 2020, keeping up with what’s what for your members is no mean feat. To help your planning, Jane Archer has picked 10 of the best new vessels for groups to look out for next year.
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FeaturesGLT picks: 5 castles with an unusual twist
Castle visits are a staple for groups but how about an unusual twist for your next trip? These five offer something a bit different.
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FeaturesIn pictures: ABTA’s 12 destinations to watch for 2020
GLT went to the launch of ABTA’s Travel Trends 2020 report to find out about the destinations for groups to look out for next year.
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ReviewLondon Theatre Review: Dear Evan Hansen
“My heart was pounding at the end and I just couldn’t hold back the tears” - just one of the comments I hear on the way out of the Noël Coward theatre, affirming my initial thoughts that the story of Dear Evan Hansen resonates with people from all walks of ...
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FeaturesTop 5 must-do experiences at Ironbridge Gorge Museums
The World Heritage Site in Shropshire has plenty for groups to discover, from remarkable landscapes to fascinating stories.
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ReviewLondon Theatre Review: Mary Poppins The Musical
Practically perfect in every way, the revival of the much-loved Mary Poppins story comes with an extra spoonful of sugar.
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ReviewReview: Call of the wild on G Adventures’ Amazon river cruise
Caimans and shamans are all part of an amazing Amazon adventure experienced by cruise writer Jeannine Williamson.