What else is new? – Page 58
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NewsP&O Cruises’ new ship Iona sets sail marking ‘a momentous milestone for travel’
Iona sets sail on its maiden voyage from Southampton to its namesake island in Scotland, with a fireworks display the highlight of the celebrations.
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NewsWatch: new video of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cinderella released
A new video has been released to tease Andrew Lloyd Webber’s newest musical, Cinderella, which will officially launch in London’s Gillian Lynne Theatre after being postponed for nearly a year due to the pandemic.
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NewsRe-start of international cruises welcomed by the industry
Although in the short term, it won’t be plain sailing, the cruise industry has welcomed the news that international sailings have been allowed to restart.
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NewsI’m a Celebrity… Jungle Challenge opens its doors in Manchester
Groups can now book their space at the new adventure at Quayside, MediaCityUK in Manchester, which offers a series of challenges based on the ITV show I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here.
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NewsWest End cast of Hamilton announced
Producers of the West End production of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Hamilton have revealed the full cast for the musical which resumes on 19th August at the Victoria Palace Theatre.
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Destination GuidesCelebrate Yorkshire by visiting some of its most beautiful places
Having celebrated Yorkshire Day, we’ve put together a list of some of its most beautiful spots that you can enjoy all year round to truly appreciate the historic county.
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NewsExhilarating new tower climb unveiled at Brighton’s British Airways i360 attraction
The British Airways i360 Viewing Tower in Brighton is taking heights to the next level with a new experience which sees small groups climb to the very top of the attraction, beyond the 138 metre-high viewing pod, for panoramic views over the city.
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NewsThe 51st edition of Who’s Who in the Bus & Coach Industry is out now
The 2021/22 edition of the number one reference tool for the bus and coach industry is now available to buy in print or you can view the digital edition online.
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GLT AwardsActress and presenter Julie Peasgood will host the 2021 GLT Awards
She has explored the best of Britain, has more than 80 cruises under her belt, and travelled around the world, and this October Julie Peasgood will be hosting the Group Leisure & Travel Awards ceremony.
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VideoWatch: emotional reunion of West End’s Lion King cast
A video showing the moment that The Lion King cast reunited for the first time since lockdown has been released, with cast members clearly emotional while singing the first rendition of Circle of Life in months.
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NewsNew experience dedicated to Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein opens in Bath
Mary Shelley’s House of Frankenstein, said to be the first ever visitor attraction dedicated to the author’s work, has now opened in Bath.
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FeaturesPictures: highlights of a group visit exploring Northumberland and Durham
Gwen Wright, organiser for The Arts Society, Cranleigh, shared some of their many highlights of a six-day exploration of Northumberland and Durham.
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NewsOld Royal Naval College launches Greenwich itineraries
The Old Royal Naval College in London has launched a number of packages for group travel organisers so visitors can explore the best of Greenwich’s UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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FeaturesLin Wilson on a five-day group trip exploring the best of the Cotswolds
You have been telling us where you have been getting back out to after the easing of restrictions. Group travel organiser Lin Wilson, of Solent Events & Leisure, shares her group’s experience of a memorable holiday around the Cotswolds.
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NewsAfter-hours tours and painting workshops among Scenic’s European river cruise extras
Scenic is offering a number of experiences as part of its 2022 European river cruise programme such as exclusive access to a major arts centre and a silk painting workshop.
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NewsLondon Transport Museum’s Hidden London exhibition extended until 2023
The Hidden London exhibition at London Transport Museum has been extended until the end of 2023 due to popular demand.
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NewsWembley Stadium behind-the-scenes tours will reopen for visitors
Wembley Stadium has announced it will reopen for behind-the-scenes tours which it promises will be “bigger, better and even more memorable”.
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NewsUK Parliament is to reopen for tours of the historic building in London
UK Parliament will reopen to the public for tours of the landmark building in Westminster, London.
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FeaturesGLT among the first to experience new Garden Highlights Tour at Buckingham Palace
Groups will be amazed when they enter Her Majesty the Queen’s private grounds, taking a stroll among beautiful trees, the glorious Rose Garden and even a sneak peak at the private royal tennis court on a Garden Highlights Tour at Buckingham Palace in London.
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NewsIrish Ferries now offers sailings between Dover and Calais
There are up to 10 daily sailings on the new Irish Ferries’ Dover to Calais route on board the refurbished Isle of Inishmore ferry.