What else is new? – Page 57
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FeaturesHow a guided tour explores the delights of the Royal Albert Hall
Full of charm, character and history, my tour of the Royal Albert Hall was a special experience that your group can enjoy too. The venue is stunning to look at both inside and out, and if you look closely, you can also uncover some of its hidden wonders.
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Features“Keeping safe on board” - GTO Robert Coleman shares his coaching experience
Robert Coleman, group organiser for The London Cultureseekers Group, was able to get his group back out on their first day trip since March 2020. He reports back on how he kept his members safe on the day.
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NewsGroup rates and cast announced for West End’s Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Tickets are now on sale for the return of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at London’s Palace Theatre, with producers announcing the official cast and the production’s first rate for groups of 10 or more.
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Destination GuidesBristol is still ship shape
A short break in Bristol for Graham Yandell revealed the delights of going back on-board Concorde and a visit to SS Great Britain.
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NewsEmerald Cruises launches two voyages with new group benefits aboard its latest superyacht
In the run up to the launch of Azzurra, Emerald Cruises has unveiled two new itineraries in the superyacht’s 2022 schedule, both taking guests on a voyage which includes Saudi Arabia.
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NewsHoliday bundles unveiled as National Express enters UK leisure travel market
National Express has launched National Express Leisure, a new business focusing on the UK holiday and leisure travel market.
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NewsCanterbury Festival announces programme of events for October’s celebration
Canterbury Festival has announced a “bigger and bolder” programme for its fortnight of festivities across the city at venues including Canterbury Cathedral.
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NewsWatch: Oxford New Theatre shares heartwarming video to celebrate reopening
The team at Oxford New Theatre has posted a feel-good video on its social media channel which shows staff and performers preparing to welcome back visitors having been shut for several months throughout the pandemic.
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NewsNew musical to celebrate The Osmonds to kick off tour in Leicester
The Osmonds: A New Musical will receive its world premiere at Leicester’s Curve Theatre as part of a UK & Ireland tour, telling the true story of the five brothers from Utah who were pushed into the spotlight as children and went on to create many well-known hits.
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FeaturesCovid passports: how to prepare for visiting the theatre
Although plans to roll out a Covid passport programme for large events have now been put on hold, they are still required for entry into some theatres. What does it mean for group travel organisers and what do they need to make their members aware of?
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NewsVirgin Voyages reveals plans for UK debut of new ship
Virgin Voyages’ Valiant Lady, the cruise line’s second ship in its ladyship series, will set sail from Portsmouth in March 2022.
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InterviewPhil Vaughan: all aboard the Community Group Travel bus
We catch up with Phil Vaughan about organising trips for 40 years plus, running a group with his son and get his top tips for other group travel organisers.
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Interview“We have so missed our groups” says Discover Newmarket’s manager
Tracey Harding, manager of tourist board Discover Newmarket, has explained to Group Leisure & Travel how important group organisers are for the area and what makes Newmarket unique.
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NewsColdharbour Mill announces group deals for heritage highlights tour
The team at Coldharbour Mill in Cullompton, Devon, has revealed its new group offer for 2021 which includes a highlights tour that aims to showcase industrial heritage at its very best.
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Features7 ideas for a festive day out to remember
We know how tough it can be to decide on where to go to celebrate the Christmas period, so here are seven day trip options to offer some festive inspiration
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NewsHow to book free coach travel to the 2021 Group Leisure & Travel Show
Visitors are being invited to take advantage of free coach travel to the 2021 Group Leisure & Travel Show which takes place on Thursday 7th October at the Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes.
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NewsDancing on Ice winner Jake Quickenden to join touring cast of Footloose
Former Dancing on Ice winner and I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! contestant Jake Quickenden is set to play Willard in the upcoming UK tour of Footloose The Musical.
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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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NewsSwan at the Globe launches Romeo and Juliet afternoon tea
The Swan at the Globe restaurant, situated at Shakespeare’s Globe theatre on London’s Bankside, has launched a Romeo and Juliet inspired afternoon tea for groups of up to 70 people.
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FeaturesGroup organiser Geoff Allen on his eventful visit to Chartwell
Geoff Allen, group organiser for Travallen Travel & Events, reports back from a “wonderful” outing to the National trust property of Chartwell in Kent, the family home and garden of Sir Winston Churchill… even if there were a few hurdles along the way.