Excursions 2021
For the first time in 45 years, we are sad that we are unable to run a face-to-face show, but we know that you as group organisers and itinerary planners are keen to get out and about and do what…
Business recovery webinars – VisitBritain
Join our second series of business recovery webinars to help you get back on track following the coronavirus pandemic. What do I get? Free webinar programme with insight and advice from industry experts including Google Digital Garage Practical tips, case…
The Over 50s are trending!
Delighted to see this report from the BBC today with news that coach and other tour operators are reporting a surge of new bookings from silver travellers who are raring to get away as soon as they have their vaccine…
Skilled Worker Route Opens
The Government has opened the visa application process for people wanting to come to come and work in the UK under the new points based system, including the Skilled Worker route which will be the route on most relevance to…
Group Leisure & Travel Awards 2020
Many congratulations to all the winners of the GL&T Awards held yesterday evening on line. Especially to those AGTO Associates who won and also those who were nominated – a great achievement. AGTO had 2 nominations from its membership for…
UKInbound – A Year in Review 2019-2020
With AGTO’s continued association with UKInbound we receive updated information on the current situation in the industry together with research papers and reports. No-one would have believed what we are currently facing in the industry but perhaps read some of…
COVID-19 Update 15th September 2020
High Court ruling favours policyholders in FCA business interruption test case Ruling on a test case presented by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the High Court has ruled that business interruption policies with pandemic or notifiable disease clauses should be…
COVID-19 Update 14th September 2020
Elman Wall Travel Zoominar – Tue. 6 Oct Elman Wall will be hosting its 5th Zoominar for travel industry clients and friends on Tuesday 6th October at 2pm. It will include updates from - the industry associations and leaders closest…
WTM London 2020 to be Entirely Virtual Event
14 SEP 2020BY TOM PARRY WTM London will not be held as a physical event in 2020 for the first time in the show’s 40-year history, organiser Reed Travel Exhibitions has confirmed to TTG. WTM London and Travel Forward, both due to…
Rule of Six Guidance – COVID 19
The Government has published further guidance on the new “Rule of Six” including a FAQ (note that this applies just to England) Meeting Others Safely This new guidance provides more detail on the exemptions, which include: WeddingsEducation and trainingWork or…