All Features articles – Page 9
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FeaturesGarden highlights, a stately home and a Royal Albert Hall performance
Carol Swiecicka, Newton Abbot Travel Club, has had a busy few months with her group. We caught up with her to find out about some of the standout trips.
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FeaturesGroup organisers on why they love coming to the GLT Show
There are just a few weeks to go until the Group Leisure & Travel Show 2022 takes place in Milton Keynes on Thursday 6th October. We hear from GTOs about what they’re most looking forward to.
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FeaturesDevon’s food and drink experiences for smaller groups with a big appetite
There’s everything from a cheesemaking experience to a chocolate masterclass and the chance to produce your own gin.
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FeaturesMaking the most of a day in Windsor and Eton
Jackie Ring, organiser for Guildford U3A, reports back from a branch meeting and fam day exploring Windsor and Eton.
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FeaturesThe Queen’s personal jewellery collection steals the show at this year’s summer opening of Buckingham Palace
We went along to the official preview day for the summer opening of Buckingham Palace’s State Rooms, including all the usual grandeur, plus a special exhibition to mark Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee which shows off some of her finest jewellery.
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Features15 spectacular Christmas light trails across the UK to celebrate the festive season
Light trails at Christmas continue to grow in popularity and now you are spoiled for choice. This festive collection showcases the natural environment of their individual locations and features installations from renowned artists, soundtracks from classical and contemporary festive favourites… and millions of twinkling lights.
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FeaturesEnjoying the jewels and the craic on a group holiday to Ireland
Gwen Wright, organiser for the Arts Society Cranleigh, reports back from a delightful group holiday to Ireland sharing their highlights from visits to County Waterford and Dublin.
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FeaturesShows in London’s West End: what’s extending and what’s finishing?
Find out what shows are extending, when they are now booking to, and what’s finishing soon in London’s Theatreland.
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FeaturesOh yes there are… 8 fantastic pantomimes for all ages
From children’s TV heroes to comedy legends, there are some wonderful entertainers taking to the panto stage this year. Here are eight shows which are sure to offer all the usual antics.
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FeaturesGTO Mary Gotts charters a whole river cruise ship to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee in style
Mary Gotts, organiser for Gott 2 Travel, took her group members on an exclusive, six-night ‘Hidden Gems of Holland’ river cruise to see Dutch highlights and celebrate the Queen’s 70th year on the throne.
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Features10 must-visit TV & film period drama locations
From Downton Abbey and The Crown to Peaky Blinders and Poldark, here are some must-visit sites for period drama aficionados.
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FeaturesHistoric Dockyard Chatham on why groups are important and what they can offer
Olivia Horner, head of visitor enterprise at The Historic Dockyard Chatham in Kent, tells us about what groups can get out of a visit and what’s coming up this year.
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FeaturesItinerary idea: the Great West Way and Wiltshire
From historic landmarks and natural sites to top gardens and city visits, here are just two itineraries to offer you inspiration for your group trips.
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FeaturesGroup travel organisers tell us about their favourite theatre shows
We hear from some of our GTO readers about their favourite productions and why a group trip to the theatre is so enjoyable.
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FeaturesSuperbloom at the Tower of London officially opens
We went along to the official launch of the Tower of London’s Superbloom, and although the typical British weather has slowed its progress, groups are sure to enjoy this wonderful experience as it continues to… well, bloom.
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FeaturesFilming locations linked to Downton Abbey which are great for groups
We’ve picked out some top Downton Abbey filming locations across the UK which are great for group trips to celebrate the release of this year’s film.
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Features12 of the best gardens to visit as a group
We take a look at some of the most stunning gardens across the UK, from historic estates to incredible restorations - and plenty in between.
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FeaturesBletchley Park’s Intelligence Factory showcases war life like never before
The Intelligence Factory is the largest exhibition space to open at Bletchley Park in Buckinghamshire. We headed down to the home of the codebreakers to dig out some of the highlights for groups.
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FeaturesA beginner’s guide to walking holidays
Top tips to help people navigate their way around choosing their first ever break on foot, whether at home or abroad.
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FeaturesClearing up the difference between Eurotunnel and Eurostar once and for all
The Channel Tunnel may have been linking the UK to mainland Europe for 27 years, but there still seems to be some confusion about which is which. Look no further…