Yet another month has gone by and we are now hurtling towards the end of yet another year. Maybe it is just because I am getting older, but time really does seem to fly by!! X Factor has begun, which means one thing, yes, cold, dark wintry Saturdaynights! Having watched it so far, my money is on the groups to win!
I have just returned from Istanbul and, without doubt, I can honestly say it is one of the most amazing cities I have ever visited and, somewhere I definitely hope to return to. If you are ever stumped trying to think of a city to send your clients to when they ask for something “different”, this city is definitely one you should suggest and, don’t forget, Turkish Airlines fly daily from Edinburgh to Istanbul!
Now to the monthly update: –
Classic Collection Holidays is delighted to announce an addition to its fantastic programme coming soon and will now feature a City Break brochure with two new destinations, Paris & Amsterdam. We should all receive file copies very soon! Also, back by popular demand, is the £50 towards your Xmas party promotion - simply make 3 bookings between 01 November and 20 December! £20.00 Café Rouge vouchers will be given on all France & Monaco bookings and, if you make a booking over £8000, you will receive a hamper of chocolate or, a bouquet of flowers!
Celebrity Cruises hosted some of you at a recent training event at Piperdam and, from the feedback I have received, it would appear that everyone found it beneficial, with many commenting that the format was a much better way to learn, than by “just sitting in front of a computer”. Celebrity Cruises would be delighted to host one of you guys at the forthcoming SPAA Awards, so, if you are interested, all you need to do is answer the following question “What are the names of the two Celebrity ships sailing out of the UK in 2014?” Just e-mail me with your answer please ggordon@clydetravel.com.
If Only is offering agents the chance to win one of 5 tours on the Spice Trail to Kerala, India. Simply make a booking between now and 30 November and your name will be entered into the prize draw. Qualifying bookings will be based on tours, cruises, rail journeys or resorts in its newest destinations, i.e. India, Myanmar, Bhutan, Nepal & Laos. Every additional booking made will give you an extra chance to win. See agents.ifonly.net for further details, or call 0141 955 4000.
LUX* Resorts is proud to announce it has won “Best Luxury Hotel Group” at the TTG Awards on 10 September. This is the second award within two years and, LUX* is keen to thank the support from the trade for playing a large part in the victory.
JET2 HOLIDAYS has yet another Discovery Break for your customers direct from Glasgow - this time, BOSTON for 4 nights departing14 March 2014, taking in St Patrick’s Day and, including 22kgs luggage. This unmissable offer can be booked with a deposit of only £60 per person. Remember, Summer 2014 is now on sale with 6 new destinations from Scotland, i.e. Glasgow to Reus, Fuerteventura, Zante & Corfu plus, Edinburgh to Pula & Slovenia. Remember there is £50 off all beach and citybreak packages - just enter SAVE50 on the confirmation page. BOOK TODAY to make sure your customers don’t miss this great offer.
Lots happening at Glasgow Airport at the moment – here is a round up:-
· Winter is fast approaching, so if you have any clients who are thinking of booking a ski holiday, remember, GLA can now offer a winter ski programme to Bulgaria with Balkan Holiday.
· Earn £20 for each winter departure booking made between 01 to 10 October.
· What about something unique? Transun has a range of short break, day trips and New Year trips on offer from GLA.
· USA just keeps getting easier from GLA and, now Icelandair is set to introduce a fifth weekly flight next summer, with superb connections to a range of destinations.
· Welcome back Just Sunshine. The largest independent tour operator to Tunisia, has just confirmed that it will return to GLA for summer 2014 - holidays are on sale now.
· As ever, GLA appreciates your support so don't forget their exclusive travel agent only lounge and car parking rates. Just email glatradesupport@
United will commence its first scheduled non-stop summer service between Edinburgh and Chicago on 23 May 2014. The service, which will make flying from Scotland to the “windy city” a breeze (pardon the pun)! Flights will operate using Boeing 757-200 aircraft, with a total of 169 seats, including 16 flat-bed seats in United BusinessFirst.
Ski Independence has teamed up with Swiss Tourism to hold an exclusive evening at the indoor Snow factor Xscape at Braehead from 6 p.m. on Wednesday 23 October. You are all invited to this evening, which promises to be informal & fun, with a chance to ski or snowboard on real snow. If you would like to attend please email Victoria@ski-i.com.
bmi regional has launched a new Aberdeen to Oslo service. Flights will commence on2 8 October 2013 and will operate everyday, except Saturdays. Bookings available on your GDS or via www.bmiregional.com
Brisbane has joined the A380 club when Emirates welcomed its flagship aircraft on the popular Dubai-Brisbane-Auckland route - this is the 3rd Australian destination to receive the aircraft
Hoseasons - How do you fancy winning a Hot Tub break?? If, so, you just need to confirm a Hot Tub booking between now & 03 November to be in with a chance of winning a break at Raywell Hall Country Lodges - simply email agency.sales@hoseasons.co.ukwith your reference and ABTA number!
Air France has unveiled its new product & service offering in the Premium Economy and Economy cabins. This represents the first stage of Air France’s move upmarket for each & every passenger and will reflect its commitment to investing in its customers. The first flight with the new Air France cabins will take place in Summer 2014. The benefits will include newly revised seats with more legroom, new seat cushions, comfortable headrests, power plugs and, in Premium economy, passengers can benefit for multi-position footrests along with new high definition screens!
Thinking of your own holiday for next year? How about visiting the Red Sea for free? Red Sea Holidays has doubled its agents’ concessions on selected autumn departures from 50% to 100%, giving you one place completely free! Visitwww.redseaholidays.co.uk/agent
How about a concert? Thanks to Superbreak you could win the opportunity to see Jessie J or WILL.I.AM tickets - simply book any Superbreak overseas package between now and 18 October, e-mail your reference to sales@superbreak.com (stating Jessie J orWILL.I.AM) and you will be entered into a draw to win the tickets!
The ever popular SPAA Travel Awards will take place in The Thistle Hotel in Glasgow on 07 November 2013. It’s not too late to vote - forms are available online at www.spaa.org Don your glad rags and join us for what promises to be the best night in Scottish Travel – tickets are still available, so make sure you contact jhogarth@spaa.org for more details!
One last thing, I have undertaken a new role within the Clyde Group and my new e-mail address is now ggordon@clydetravel.com
Gayle Gordon
12 October 2013
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