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L-R: Michelle Cave, TUI Peterborough; Jo Eccleston, regional sales manager, TUI; Luke Costim, TUI Bury St Edmunds

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‘I was instantly wowed’: agents share their verdict on Valiant Lady

From culinary curiosity to '18 to 30s at sea' concern, Jack Carter catches up with four new-to-brand TUI agents during Virgin Voyages' Valiant Lady ship visit to see whether their preconceptions changed having been on board

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Explora Journeys’ Anna Nash: 'Cruise's brightest years are still ahead’

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Exclusive: Oceanwide CEO on hantavirus outbreak, impact and recovery

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‘River cruising has evolved beyond tradition’

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'Which destinations should I pitch in 2026, and why?'

In the latest edition of our Question Time series, travel consultant apprentice for Ocean World Travel, Emily Babey asks the experts which destinations she should champion in 2026 to entice new customers

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Trafalgar to target multi-gen families, says line’s VP

Trafalgar will seek to crack the family market when it launches its first wave of new-build river cruise ships in 2028

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ROL Cruise: 'We've got our core – now it’s time to enhance’

After a standout year marking ROL Cruise’s 30th anniversary, the agency’s leadership team have set their sights on reaching the next level in 2026.

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Exclusive: 'Geopolitical unrest is driving demand for expert agents'

Geopolitical uncertainty across the US, the Middle East and parts of Ukraine and Russia should be viewed as an opportunity rather than a hindrance for the UK travel trade, according to Imagine Cruising CEO Tony Roberts

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Exclusive: 'Utilise AI tools well – or risk being left behind'

Travel agents who do not integrate effective AI tools into their business risk being left behind by competitors, InteleTravel president Tara Minson has warned

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Barrhead: 'Tech is key – but we won't detract from the high street'

The introduction of new technology will not detract from Barrhead Travel’s ongoing investment in the high street, but will rather complement its retail growth plans

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Sally Gunnell: 'I'm proud to be a part of ROL Cruise'

Olympic gold medallist Sally Gunnell reflects on her glittering career and looks ahead to her new role as Cruise Miles Ambassador for ROL Cruise

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Exclusive: CLIA chief challenges sustainability misconceptions

CLIA CEO Charles Darr has pushed back against claims the industry is dragging its feet on sustainability, insisting that supply, not intent, is the main barrier to adopting cleaner fuels

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Exclusive: Inside Riviera’s solo-only river cruise revolution

Riviera Travel's product director, Will Sarson, opens up on the launch and journey behind the river cruise and escorted touring specialist's new solo-only river cruise ship

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