Cunard is embarking on a major sales campaign across the North West UK, aiming to connect with over 250 travel agents and promote its luxury cruises. This campaign will feature in-person visits, dedicated resources on its Shine Rewards Club platform, and a new ‘New to Cunard’ section for agents.
TravelBullz, a Southeast Asian DMC, and Scoot, a low-cost carrier, collaborated to host a familiarisation trip to Bangkok and Pattaya for Punjab travel agents. The trip aimed to enhance the agents’ expertise on Thailand as a travel destination, strengthen industry ties, and boost tourism flow from Punjab to Thailand.
Iceland Travel, a leading destination management company, has joined forces with Travel Uni to create a dedicated training platform for travel agents in the UK, North America, and soon, France and Italy. This initiative aims to equip agents with the knowledge and skills to effectively promote Iceland Travel’s guided and self-drive experiences.
Travel agents in Nigeria, represented by the Association of Hajj and Umrah Operators of Nigeria (AHUON), are demanding a refund of N2.7 billion from the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON). The sum includes deposits for the 2023 and 2024 Hajj seasons, which have been withheld for months despite promises of a swift return.
Antara Cruises, a pioneer in river cruising in India, recently hosted 50 UK travel agents on a three-night, four-day journey along the Ganges River. The cruise, designed to showcase the beauty of the river and its surrounding towns, included visits to historical sites, cultural attractions, and local markets. The event aimed to promote river cruising in India to international audiences.
STAAH’s Travel Agent & Corporate Travel (TACT) module is transforming the hospitality industry by simplifying and streamlining hotel bookings for travel agents and corporate clients. With real-time availability, unique URLs, a unified dashboard, and exclusive deals, TACT empowers efficient booking processes and drives growth.
In a move set to invigorate the US tourism industry, the United States has announced a new visa-free initiative that is expected to significantly boost inbound travel from several key international markets. The policy, which allows citizens from select countries to enter the United States without a visa for up to 90 days, aims to streamline the travel process and attract more visitors.
Starting October 1, Turkish Airlines will implement a New Distribution Capability (NDC) platform called TKConnect for travel agents, while simultaneously introducing a distribution fee for bookings made through global distribution systems (GDS). The move aims to enhance distribution capabilities and reduce reliance on traditional GDS channels.
