What else is new? – Page 70
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GLT AwardsTV star and magician Ben Hanlin announced as 2020 GLT Awards host
He’s danced on ice, tricked the stars and now Ben Hanlin will be hosting the Group Leisure & Travel Awards ceremony on 7th October along with GLT publisher, Rob Yandell.
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Features8 of the most beautiful places in… Wiltshire
In this instalment, we shine a spotlight on Wiltshire, where green landscapes, atmospheric ruins and even a former Prime Minister’s house awaits…
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NewsFirst day trip since lockdown was “just what we needed” says organiser
June Britain, organiser for Coventry Wine Circle, said her members felt safe on their first outing since lockdown, a rearranged VE Day themed trip to West Midlands Safari Park.
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NewsEnglish Heritage reopens sites for pre-booked groups
English Heritage has now reopened six more of its most popular attractions for pre-booked group visits including Dover Castle and Osborne House.
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FeaturesTV & film locations to visit along the Great West Way route from London to Bristol
Here are some of the intriguing TV & film locations for your future visits along the Great West Way, a 125-mile touring route between London and Bristol.
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FeaturesGroup organisers’ optimism on resuming day trips & holidays
We’ve spoken to several group organisers about when they’re hoping to resume day trips and holidays again, plus their members’ confidence for the future.
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Features8 green spaces for outstanding views in England
Here are eight places across the country which offer visitors large outdoor spaces to explore with spectacular views.
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NewsArena Rail Holidays’ new UK tours respond to interest in staycations
Arena Rail Holidays says its 2021 itineraries, which include Durham and the Yorkshire Dales, will continue the trend for short breaks and holidays in Britain.
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NewsG Adventures introduces 'bubble' holidays for groups of family and friends
Travel operator G Adventures has released 80 new holidays for small groups of family and friends, with additional benefits on offer to the likes of Thailand, Portugal and Croatia.
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NewsCode-breaking puzzles and family fun at Bletchley Park this summer
Bletchley Park in Milton Keynes, home of the World War Two code-breakers, has revealed a host of activities to welcome back families with discounts available.
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NewsEuropean Waterways is taking small group bookings for its luxury hotel barges
Luxury hotel barge company European Waterways says its holidays are ideal for small groups and families in search of a private escape.
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Features8 of the most beautiful places in… Cumbria
Forest sculptures, rambling hillside views, Lake District gems and Elizabethan mansions; here are some of the most aesthetically-pleasing spots in Cumbria.
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InterviewElizabeth Hodgson: learn, laugh & live
We speak to the organiser for Barnet U3A, Elizabeth Hodgson, about what advice she would offer other GTOs and some of her standout trips.
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InterviewVisitEngland’s director Andrew Stokes speaks to GLT about increasing confidence for group travel
The VisitEngland boss talks about how the ‘We’re Good to Go’ scheme may be expanded for more of a focus on groups and what’s being done to help the sector.
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NewsSanta’s Lapland reassures family groups that they are ‘in safe hands’
Santa’s Lapland in Finland has launched its ‘In Safe Hands’ campaign, offering family groups peace of mind that their visit to the ‘North Pole’ can go ahead safely this Christmas.
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NewsGroups are “the key” to getting tourism in London back to normal
The chair of the Coach Tourism Association has said group organisers will play a major role in getting things moving again as the tourism sector urges the Prime Minister to help London cope with the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
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NewsVisitWiltshire unveils new video to invite visitors back as lockdown eases
VisitWiltshire has produced the video to showcase what the region has to offer, whether it be historic venues or natural walking trails.
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NewsRiver cruise tours from French Brothers adapting for groups
French Brothers recently welcomed its first coach group back after putting a number of additional measures in place.
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NewsDiscounted group deals on Royal Ascot 2021 tickets
The organisers of Royal Ascot have announced that groups can save money on tickets for a day at the races in 2021.
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NewsMusic, dance and theatre among plans for Coventry City of Culture 2021
Organisers have announced that the city’s programme of events will begin next May and will include major international artists, world premieres as well as theatre, music, dance and comedy.