More top picks – Page 5
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Interview
ALVA director: making sure attractions cater for groups is a priority
We speak to Bernard Donoghue, OBE, from ALVA about how important group tourism is and what attractions are doing to be more appealing to coach groups.
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Reader Club
Reader Club: highlights of Kew Gardens and The Poppy Factory
GLT editor Keeley Rodgers on the highlights of our fam trip to Kew Gardens and The Poppy Factory in Richmond.
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Review
London Theatre Review: Sister Act
Sister Act has been such a West End hit, they had to bring it back. Groups can expect plenty of laughs, amazing vocals and sparkly costumes.
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Review
Regional Theatre Review: Pretty Woman The Musical
Prepare for an evening of heart-warming romance, with plenty of giggles along the way says Keeley Rodgers who saw Pretty Woman: The Musical in Milton Keynes.
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Features
D-Day 80: where to go to commemorate the anniversary with your group
A round-up of special exhibitions, events, coach trips and holidays to mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day Normandy landings in 2024.
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Features
Itinerary idea: Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate have lots to offer groups
This two-day itinerary takes in underground secrets, fascinating museums, amazing galleries and much more.
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Review
Regional Theatre Review: Shrek the Musical
Keeley Rodgers leaves Milton Keynes Theatre with an aching face after seeing Shrek the Musical.
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Interview
What to expect from Raby Castle’s major transformation
We hear from Raby Castle’s head of leisure and tourism Claire Jones about The Rising project and what groups should look out for when it opens this spring.
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Review
London Theatre Review: Hadestown
Down in Hadestown, Anais Mitchell’s take on two Greek myths is something you won’t want to miss.
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Review
Kew Gardens’ Orchid Festival is a delight for the senses
Keeley Rodgers immerses herself in the world of Madagascar, the theme of the 2024 Orchid Festival at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
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Interview
Joanne Clifton: from Strictly to Shrek and the show for groups
We hear from Strictly dancer Joanne Clifton about her transformation into Princess Fiona for the Shrek tour, her love of jigsaw puzzles and more.
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News
Blue Badge Guide on Dorset’s highlights for groups
Ian Newman, Blue Badge Guide for South West England, shares his favourite spots which groups should consider when visiting his favourite county of Dorset.
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News
5 alternative European visits for groups in 2024
New flight routes, anniversaries and a stellar year of Capital of Culture activity highlights some lesser-known group-friendly places this year.
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Review
New @sohoplace West End theatre offers groups a special experience
We went along to @sohoplace, the first West End Theatre to open in 50 years, to see why it has already left a huge impression on audiences.
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Interview
Royal Ascot 2024: how to save money on a visit and the 'must-dos'
We caught up with Sarah Meyer from Ascot Racecourse to find out more about what groups can get out of their day at Royal Ascot and the different areas available for them to experience the action.
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Features
The best things for groups to do in…Plymouth
Known as Britain’s Ocean City, Plymouth offers historic spots, plenty of exclusive offers for groups, charming city scenery and more.
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GLT Awards
Interview: Pat Crooks won the first GTO of the Year Award® 25 years ago
We speak to Pat Crooks, who still organises for the Freemans Sport & Leisure Club, about winning the first Group Travel Organiser of the Year Award®.
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Review
London Theatre Review - Stranger Things: The First Shadow
Fans of the popular Netflix show are in for a treat as breathtaking special effects and exhilarating jump scares help tell the story of how Henry Creel becomes one of TV’s most terrifying villains.
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Interview
Ramble Worldwide: exciting changes and benefits for groups
Melanie Miles, private groups manager, tells us about the new brand and some of the latest destinations for 2024 and beyond.
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Features
Where group organisers are looking forward to visiting in 2024
GTOs have been telling us about the holiday and day trip destinations they’re visiting with their group throughout the year - we’re very jealous!