New research from Business Travel Show Europe (30 September – 1 October at ExCeL, London, plus online content and networking) has revealed that business travel is on its way back and, for some organisations (3 per cent), it will hit pre-pandemic levels within 12 months. The survey, which was answered by 313 European travel buyers […]

PERSY London launched hot on the wheels of Boris Johnson’s announcement of the ten-point plan to make Britain greener, ensuring that by 2030 all petrol and diesel driven vehicles will be banned. Founders Steve Walsh and Nicky Fells are serious about protecting the environment and keeping one of London’s most famous icons alive by offering a new […]

68% of the flexible rental sector is seeing an increased demand for extended stays, and 59% are seeing a demand for large spaces. That’s according to a report from AltoVita, which surveyed key players in the flexible rental sector globally. The survey, conducted in partnership with ShortTermRentalz and Serviced Apartment News, asked respondents about the […]

Independent travel agency, Travel Counsellors, which offers a personalised travel service to businesses of all sizes, has announced that it has been granted NDC Certification Level 3 status under the NDC (New Distribution Capability) Certification Program, provided by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). This status recognises that Travel Counsellors uses Offer and Order Management […]

As COVID restrictions are lifting and the world is opening back up again, businesses are keen to get back to travelling. Whether it’s to train a new team of employees, collaborate on a large, inter-departmental project, or pitch to a brand-new client — nothing beats being face-to-face to get the job done. However the pandemic […]

Glenn Hogben, CEO at The Air Charter Association, offers some important guidance to ensure that you book a private flight safely and legally… Arranging business jet travel for the first time may seem like a daunting experience for many. But, providing you follow guidance, it is simple and provides a secure and seamless experience for […]

Travelling around the world often sparks thoughts of holidays and rest bite however, much of the UKs workforce is required to travel for work purposes.  As the world is beginning to open, workplace travel is beginning to resume. For many the anxiety of thinking about COVID-19 tests and what you need to do before booking […]

While much of the discussion on travel restrictions easing has been centred on the UK’s travel and holiday market, new research shows the enormous impact lifting travel restrictions could have for UK small businesses. Following changes last week to the traffic light system for travel – with 36 countries or territories now on the green […]

Over the course of the last eighteen months, nearly every facet of human life and society has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. As the virus spread, the world changed, and we all had to lead entirely different lives than what we were used to. One of the most unexpected aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic […]

The Business Travel Association (BTA) has announced a new partnership with global hotel booking technology specialist, HotelHub. The strategic alliance will enable the BTA’s TMC members and partners to gain valuable insight into optimising their hotel business strategy as HotelHub’s platform has been designed specifically to give TMCs unparalleled efficiencies, choice and automation of corporate […]

These are challenging times for the travel industry. According to a recent survey by Business Travel Show Europe, more than half of business travel budgets are expected to be slashed by up to 50% over the next 12 months. But as quarantine restrictions are lifted and the number of amber and green countries continues to […]

Sandals Resorts International (SRI) has unveiled new details for its flagship brand’s highly anticipated 16th resort and the Company’s first venture into Curaçao, Sandals Royal Curaçao, which is now open for bookings. Situated on 44 acres of land within the Santa Barbara private estate, an exclusive 3,000-acre protected nature reserve, Sandals Royal Curaçao will intertwine […]

The three biggest challenges facing buyers over the next 12 months are symptoms of the pandemic, according to a recent survey carried out by Business Travel Show Europe. The poll of 337 European travel professionals placed role changes, keeping up with Covid legislation, and pandemic uncertainty at the top of the chart. The fear of […]

By Hannah Callaghan, Gett Whether your company is fully returning to the office or choosing a hybrid (partly remote) model, there’s a lot of work that needs to be done. At every company, things will look different. And that’s okay. What’s most important is that you survey your employees and talk to them about their […]

Former executive PA Kirsty Golder and her private pilot husband Adam have launched G6 Aviation. Executive PA Golder was made redundant from her role with a commercial radio group last year. But, together with her Private Pilot husband Adam – who was also furloughed from his commercial role at the start of the pandemic, they […]

With the end of the pandemic hopefully in sight, hotel stays for business and pleasure are back on the agenda. PA Life checked in to the Kings Arms Hotel Hampton Court for dinner and an overnight stay… Given its location, it’s no surprise that the Kings Arms is steeped in history. Though built in the Georgian […]

By Agiito We’ve always been more than a TMC. Formerly, Capita Travel and Events and NYS, we are now ‘Agiito’: a single brand that unites our extensive experience, people, values, personality and culture. We’ve started a new chapter of our story. We’re the same award-winning company, the same creative thinkers and the same no-messing problem […]

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