Atas Conference values market at £425m this year
Figures revealed at the inaugural Association of Touring & Adventure Suppliers (Atas) Conference and based on booking data supplied by 19 of the association’s 27 supplier members.
MD Ashley Toft departs Explore Worldwide
Product and operations director John Telfer to step up to role in the interim.
Comment: Touring sector’s time has come
There was a moment last Wednesday at our inaugural Association of Touring & Adventure Suppliers’ Conference when I knew we’d hit on something big.
Lindsay Dixon joins Great Rail Journeys as head of trade sales
Great Rail Journeys has appointed Lindsay Dixon as head of trade sales.
Atas Conference attended by more than 300 guests
Birmingham event included business sessions, an experiential supplier showcase and gala dinner including the first Atas Awards
Comment: Why escorted tours are more rewarding than independent travel
Escorted tours provide numerous benefits that result in a more enriching experience, says Riviera Travel head of short haul product Joanne Lynn
Intrepid offers ‘lesser-known’ destinations to tackle over-tourism
The Azores, Finland, North Cyprus, Moldova and the Tatra Mountains in Poland to be introduced for 2018.
G Adventures hires new director in sales team shake-up
Rachel Coffey appointed at operator as Stu Darnley promoted to new role.
Titan gives agents a chance to win one of 40 fam-trip places
Operator to mark 40th anniversary with ‘passport’ campaign
Cox & Kings’ new escorted touring brochure solely for the trade
Trade sales 20% up on last year as operator prepares for its 260th anniversary in 2018.
