Today, on the 27th of September 2021 the UNWTO and all of us in the travel industry are celebrating World Tourism Day. This year, World Tourism Day is focused on the idea of 'Tourism for Inclusive Growth' and supporting the tourism industry around the world during the difficult time of the pandemic. Focused especially on…
read moreDoing thorough research on destinations and keeping up to date with possible issues tour operators could have an obligation to resolve is important to keep consumers safe. Of course, this can vary from travel agents to tour operators, and it's important to know news page or check in at one of their live Hot Topic sessions. …
read moreAt present all of the UK travel industry are going through a lot of stress, anger, and uncertainty, surrounding travel guidelines and Government support. This day, the 23rd of June 2021, is our Travel Day of Action to speak up and
read moreIt's understandably not the first thing that comes to mind, but cyber security in travel can be a huge risk not to cover. If you're starting up any business, ensuring you have good insurance cover is vital to protect the progress and presence of your company. With digital and online presence growing and becoming more…
read moreAt PTS many new start-up tour operators or start-up travel business ask us, “ What is the best social media channel to market a travel business?” Travel is an emotive industry and as such the power of Instagram and social media for a travel business is fantastic. Consumer behaviour is led by a want rather…
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read moreWhat Is A Tour Operator? When looking to work in the travel industry the big decision is between whether you want to be a tour operator or a travel agent. So, what is a tour operator? Definition of a Tour Operator A tour operator controls, books and devises the whole trip. They create a package…
read moreCurrently, GDPR is the hot marketing topic and quite rightly. The major question for PTS members is, "How Will GDPR Impact My Travel Business?". It is important all travel businesses are prepared for the new data protection changes that must be implemented by May 25th 2018.
read moreThe first step for any person starting a tour operator business is to sit down and write a business plan. A business plan for a tour operator shouldn’t just be written to give to banks, consultants, or compliance solutions such as Protected Trust Services. The most important reason to write a business plan is for…
read moreFrom 13th January 2018 guidance on the consumer rights, payment surcharges will be changed in accordance with the Payment Services Regulations 2017, which was updated by The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS). What does The Payment Services Regulation 2017 Changes Mean? The new regulation ban card charges in the addition to advertised…
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