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World Travel Centre Celebrates Belfast Grand Opening
Cruise Line Celebrates 15k Raised by Agents for Third Year Running
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July/August 2026
WORLD Travel Centre (WTC) has officially opened the doors to its newly acquired and fully refurbished Belfast office on Great Victoria Street. Marking a significant milestone for the
group, WTC hosted a reception for staff last month, welcoming teams into the refreshed space. The space welcomed a comprehensive
OVER 1000 agents crossed NCL’s ‘Walk for Wellness’ finishing line in June, having collectively walked 460 million steps (92K miles) with 15k raised for travel agent charities, Abta Lifeline and ITTA Benevolent Fund. The initiative, now in its third year, inspires the travel agent community to lace up their trainers and step away from their desks to improve mental health and physical fitness, with NCL donating money for each milestone reached. Agents were encouraged to swap stories,
spur each other on – and interact with images taken on their walks with NCL’s Wellbeing+ app. Natasha Muller from Arrivia Europe Ltd,
said, “Huge congratulations to everyone for
their motivation and encouragement! I’ve reaped the benefits from this challenge which is now part of my everyday lifestyle.” Laura Connolly, Travel Village Group said, “I loved my gentle, evening walks, well
done everyone, and all for two incredible charities that provides much needed financial help to our friends and colleagues in the industry.” The money raised from this year’s campaign will support agents with a wide variety of personal or work-related issues.
fit-out designed to deliver a modern, collaborative working environment for its Selective Travel Management, Fareteam, and e-travel brands. Group Managing Director Aidan Coghlan said the acquisition followed a long-term
search for the right base in the city: “We had been looking to buy an office
for some time and were delighted when the right opportunity came along last year. The result is an exceptional, ultra-modern workspace that reflects the needs of our growing businesses.” Positioned on Great Victoria Street and overlooking the iconic Grand Opera House, the new office places WTC at the heart of Belfast’s business and cultural district. The group says it looks forward to welcoming corporate and agency clients, along with trade partners and key suppliers, to the new location in the months ahead.
Discover New England Hosts NI Agents for Intimate Lunch Update
ON 25th June Danielle from NI Travel news was delighted to join Tony Lane from Discover New England and partners, for an inspirational lunch at the Merchant Hotel. This was a fantastic opportunity for NI agent and trade partners to connect with tourism bodies and businesses in New England such as Maine, Massachusetts, Stirling Ridge Resort, New port Mansions and more. While enjoying lunch we had presentations
from Highlighting the diversity of each area such as Vermont, Connecticut, Maine & Massachusetts and why these are a great option for USA enquiries. With also options to have example itineraries created too. A great afternoon was had by all who attended, thank you for having us!
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