Selling Travel provides travel professionals with the tools, information and inspiration to sell worldwide holidays more effectively.
Each issue includes content ranging from in-depth analysis of travel trends, colourful destination profiles and industry product news as well as a dedicated extended section covering key themes ranging from luxury weddings and honeymoons to adventure and health and wellbeing.
Regulars
Trends feature: In-depth feature on a theme that’s current or on-trend
Luxury focus: An update on what’s new in the luxury space in a destination or sector
48 hours in: An insider’s guide to a two-night break in a destination
My journey: A firsthand review of a destination and what not to miss
Focus on: A deep dive into a destination or theme that agents should keep an eye on
Take Five: Destinations share five must see or do things in a destination
In conversation: We hear the latest industry insight from a tourist board or tour operator
On location: Agents give a first-hand account on a recent FAM trip
Foursight: Our agent columnists comment on a timely topic
How to Sell: Selling tips for a destination or product to help agents maximise bookings
Six of the best: Our pick of six best museums/theme parks/boutique hotels/parks/beaches etc in a destination
September/October
Trends feature: Emerging destinations: Following Albania’s unexpected popularity in 2025, this feature takes a look at what destinations clients should be excited about this year and beyond. Think eastern Europe and west and central Asia; lesser-known Latin American and emerging African hotspots. We examine untapped locales and how agents can maximise their selling power when it comes to novel and on-trend holiday suggestions.
Focus on Greece and its islands: This feature takes a look at the enduring appeal of Greece and its islands, highlighting lesser-known and emerging locations. It will identify the potential for holidays which overlap with shoulder season, slow travel and experiential trends, focusing on both luxury and good value-for-money options.
Ski and winter sports: This feature will focus on new ski spots such as Bulgaria, Norway and Italy, moving beyond traditional destinations. The focus will be on affordability and family friendly resorts and options. There will also be a nod to the endurance of popular favourites in the Alps and across North America.
Luxury rail travel: A look at new and improved routes, sleeper trains and routes which make the journey the main part of the trip as opposed to the destination. The feature will also reexamine the meaning of luxury, going beyond service and plus cabins to focus on how scenic routes and extraordinary experiences onboard add to the first class feeling.
Global hotel hotlist: A round up of what’s new and what’s hot in the world of hotels, with a focus on properties with interesting USPs or trending guest offerings.
Focus on…Festive holidays with traditional winter breaks from markets to lapland visits up against winter sun destinations such as Australia and Asia to see in the festivities in the sunshine.
Introducing: South Korea, Japan and China multicentre trips
How To Sell: India for first timers
Accessibility feature– pitches welcome
November/December
Trends feature: Wellness diversification: As wellness travel shifts from pampering to “life-extension”, this feature will focus on unique destination-specific offerings, medical tourism and wellness beyond the spa. From Mexico’s indigenous healing retreats, to India’s Himalayan escapes, Ibiza’s rebranding as a wellness hotspot, nature immersion in Canadian Monteverde’s cloud forest and the emergence of South Africa as a big player.
Solo escorted touring in South and Central America: With a growing number of solo travellers without kids, partners or friends to accompany them, escorted touring is catering more and more to this market. We take a look at trips across Latin America which emphasise bonding, niche shared interest tours, female-only and female-led trips and tours designed for smaller groups to encourage making friends for life.
Responsible travel: With increasing environmental awareness, clients are demanding more ethical practices and experiences from their trips. This feature looks at eco-hotels, slow and immersive travel and opting for tours and destinations that prioritise climate and local-friendly practices.
River cruising in South East Asia: Although ever popular, cruising on Europe’s waterways is giving way to more far-flung rivers. This feature will explore the rise of ships and itineraries in Southeast Asia, exploring what to book and what customers can expect.
Hybrid adventure travel: Hybrid holidays are gaining traction as travellers look to combine different activities in one holiday. This might include activities like golfing, snorkelling, cycling or kayaking; cultural experiences such as a local culinary trail; or wellness activities like forest bathing and wild swimming.
How to sell: China for first-timers
Focus on: Romance in the Caribbean
Six of the Best: National Parks in the U.S.
Focus on: Australia and New Zealand
My journey: Malaysia and Borneo
Accessibility feature– pitches welcome
2027 features
January/February/March
Trends feature: Exclusive hire: Multigenerational groups are “ultra-planning” their trips up to two years in advance, with a focus on privacy and exclusivity. This feature will examine trends relating to private hire of yachts, accommodation, special occasion venues and more.
Safari and wildlife trips in Africa: This feature will look at multi-destination safari and wildlife trips, where a large component of the trips is a focus on mental and physical wellbeing through nature immersion.
Airlines update: A look at new products and features across the aviation space, including Business and First class, private aviation, and Economy offerings.
The luxury edit: Updates on luxury product, hotels and trips.
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