What else is new? – Page 72
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NewsLeger Holidays acquires Shearings’ brand and will offer new tours in UK & Europe
The tour operator has announced that it will bring the iconic Shearings’ name “back to life” with a programme of new holidays available soon.
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FeaturesGet a taste of England’s best breweries, distilleries and vineyards
With a host of virtual celebrations and online tours, everyone can get a taste of the action, while also thinking about where you might go on a group visit in the future.
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FeaturesGreat days out for groups: readers tell us where they love to go
We asked more readers to share some of their best group days out - and they did not disappoint. Have a look at these…
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NewsCoronavirus: how attractions, hotels & others are adapting to reopen safely
Although group visits aren’t possible right now, we thought it would be interesting to look at some of the changes tourist attractions are making so they can safely re-open as lockdown restrictions ease.
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NewsPlans unveiled for how people can celebrate Royal Ascot at Home
Details have been released for how you can take part in this year’s Royal Ascot which, for the first time in its history, is taking place behind closed doors.
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News2021 UK tour of Chicago The Musical announced
The show is set to open in March 2021 at the Birmingham Alexandra Theatre and will visit locations across the UK throughout the year.
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ColumnFace masks and banging the drum for tourism
Our monthly columnist addresses how more needs to be done to protect certain attractions and how organisers need to speak up to keep the tourism sector going.
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FeaturesPlan your next trip to South Devon with these virtual tours and webcam views
Momentarily escape the reality and enjoy visiting some of the top attractions and locations to help you plan where to go with your group in the future.
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InterviewLynda Wright: a positive future is out there
Here’s what organiser Lynda Wright had to say about how her group Horizons formed and her advice for coping with the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic.
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FeaturesDream now, travel later: where GTOs are looking forward to visiting
While we may not be able to travel at the moment, that doesn’t stop us all thinking about where we’d like to visit in the future.
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NewsMusic tours of London with celebrity appearances
Group organisers can take their members on a magical music tour and may even end up ‘sitting next to’ a celebrity.
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FeaturesGroup organisers share some of their best days out
We asked a number of GTOs to share some of their best days out so you can think about where you might go in the future.
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NewsCoach operators can now apply for grants from new £617m fund
Coach operators have now been added to the list of businesses who can apply to their local authority for grants of up to £25,000.
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NewsOwner of Shearings goes into administration with thousands of cancelled bookings
Specialist Leisure Group which includes coach companies Shearings and National Holidays has ceased trading due to the impact of Covid-19.
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NewsSimon Reeve and Levison Wood help to keep spirit of travel alive
Some of the most popular television presenters and explorers are sharing stories about their adventures around the world through free downloads, podcasts and video clips.
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NewsFour alternative cruises for next year’s Spring Bank Holiday
Cruise & Maritime Voyages (CMV) is offering groups the chance to plan and look forward to a cruise holiday for the 2021 Spring Bank Holiday.
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NewsKaiser Chiefs to perform fundraising show for the Royal Albert Hall
The Indie rock icons will play a streamed gig from home to help raise funds for the Royal Albert Hall.
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FeaturesIn pictures: top 10 virtual travel experiences for your group
From seeing the northern lights in Canada to salsa dancing in Puerto Rico, here are a number of ways to get your fix while you dream about future travel.
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NewsThe 50th edition of Who’s Who in the Bus & Coach Industry is here
The 2020/21 edition of the number one reference tool for the bus and coach industry is now available.
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NewsHat-trick of new highlights for Wembley Stadium Tour visitors
New player dressing rooms, photo opportunities and free coach parking will all be available for groups when the tour reopens later this year.