What else is new? – Page 55
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NewsFred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ new flagship Bolette makes inaugural sailing
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ new flagship Bolette has set sail on its first voyage from Southampton, hailing its inaugural season of sailing from the city.
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NewsIlluminated light trail and giant wildlife sculptures at WWT London Wetland Centre
Groups are invited to discover nature in a “different light” this winter at London Wetland Centre’s illuminated light trail, Illuminature.
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NewsCasting announced for Les Misérables tour
Cameron Mackintosh has revealed full casting for his production of Boublil and Schönberg’s Les Misérables, with the UK and Ireland tour set to reopen at Glasgow Theatre Royal.
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News400th memorial unveiled at the National Memorial Arboretum
The 400th memorial, honouring those who lost their lives while supporting the Armed Forces during World War Two, has been dedicated at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire.
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GLT AwardsGroup Leisure & Travel Awards ceremony celebrates group tourism
The 2021 Group Leisure & Travel Awards ceremony was created through a special online broadcast to celebrate the top attractions, tour operators and experiences as voted for by group travel organisers.
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ColumnCruising - the true meaning of ‘luxury’
Clare Dudley shares her experiences and thoughts about what luxury really means having returned from a recent cruise.
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FeaturesIn pictures: new production imagery released for London’s Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Producers of the West End’s Harry Potter and the Cursed Child have shared some new snaps showing the 2021 cast in action.
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NewsEuropean Christmas markets & historical visits among Riviera Travel’s 2022 cruise programme
Tour operator Riviera Travel has revealed its complete festive cruise programme for 2022, featuring stops at some of Europe’s top Christmas markets and historic venues.
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NewsWorld of James Herriot shares video to encourage group visits
The World of James Herriot in Thirsk, Yorkshire, has released a video to welcome back groups to the house where the famous vet used to live and work.
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NewsJet2 describes winter travel demand as ‘returning to pre-pandemic’ levels
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have said demand for winter holidays is returning to pre-pandemic levels on the back of travel restrictions easing and holidaymakers seeking sunshine in the colder months.
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NewsPork pie making experience launched in Melton Mowbray
A number of new initiatives have been created to support the return of group visits to Melton Mowbray and the Vale of Belvoir, including a pork pie making workshop.
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NewsJames Bond – No Time To Die exhibition unveiled at Beaulieu’s National Motor Museum
Lord Montagu of Beaulieu has unveiled a display of iconic cars, gadgets and costumes from the latest James Bond film No Time To Die at a special event attended by the filmmakers in Hampshire.
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NewsAdventurous Life of Pi show set for West End debut
Full casting has been announced for the London debut of Life of Pi, opening at Wyndham’s Theatre in November.
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NewsReactions and posts from the Group Leisure & Travel Show 2021
After an enjoyable experience at this year’s Group Leisure & Travel Show, here’s a selection of social media reactions, photos and comments from the day.
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InterviewDiversity dance troupe and Jack and the Beanstalk cast “excited to be back performing again”
Dance troupe and Britain’s Got Talent winners Diversity, plus their fellow panto costars Gina Murray and Jack Land Noble, are excited to be returning to panto-land in Jack and the Beanstalk at Milton Keynes Theatre.
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InterviewEnid Pamment: three decades of fun
Enid Pamment, organiser for Shefford Leisure Group, shares her upcoming travel plans, the essential skills required to be a successful organiser and the occasions when those skills have been put to the test.
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ReviewLondon Theatre Review: Frozen the Musical
With its dazzling special effects and charming ballads, Disney offers a familiar and altogether magical adaptation that wraps its audience up in a long-awaited warm hug.
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NewsLots of smiles as Group Leisure & Travel Show makes successful return
Group organisers and exhibitors from across the travel trade came together as the exhibition returned to the Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes with visitors walking away with ideas and inspiration.
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FeaturesOne group organiser explores the delights of Norfolk
Elizabeth Hodgson, organiser for Barnet U3A and Group Travel Organiser of the Year® 2021 finalist, reports back from her group’s “excellent” trip to Norfolk in the summer, when even travel restrictions couldn’t spoil their extensive itinerary.
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Features“The job simply wouldn’t be the same without group visits” says Royal Mint manager
Dan Johnson, visitor attraction manager at the Royal Mint Experience in Wales, explains how good it has been to welcome groups back after Covid restrictions eased and his favourite coins to look out for on a visit.