MSC Cruises has announced that MSC Meraviglia will sail from Southampton from 18th May to 30th October 2027 with new itineraries, destinations and longer sailings. *All details correct at time of publish (6 October 2025) She will offer 19 sailings ranging from 6 to 14 nights, visiting new destinations such as Ibiza, Gibraltar
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has announced its 2026 conference will be held from June 4-6 in Southampton. *All details correct at time of publish (22 September 2025) The conference, the largest annual travel agent event of its kind in Europe and the 18th to take place,
Heathrow Express has reduced the booking window for its best-value fares, meaning passengers can now secure £10 advance tickets just 30 days ahead of travel – down from the previous 45 days. *All details correct at time of publish (17 September 2025) Those with a railcard can enjoy even greater
VisitEngland has revealed this year’s winners of its Accommodation Quality Scheme 2025 ROSE Awards. *All details correct at time of publish (15 September 2025) The ROSE (Recognition Of Service Excellence) Awards showcase the accommodation providers who deliver the warmest of welcomes and where the staff provide incredible experiences for their
Celestyal Travel has opened its first UK retail store. Situated on Guildford High Street, it marks a major milestone in the tour operator’s expansion in the market. *All details correct at time of publish (08 September 2025) The new experiential store, which opened on September 6, 2025, combines consumer-facing retail
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has revealed further details and updates for Cruise Week, which is taking place from September 15-21. *All details correct at time of publish (08 September 2025) The annual, trade-focused event is designed to promote and raise awareness of cruising to travel agents.
