The Christmas and New Year period sees most commentators either reflecting on the events of the last 12 months, or looking forward to the possibilities of the next 12 months. Since I suspect that 2015 may bring some interesting outcomes … Continued

You can all always tell from newspaper stories when the peak holiday season is approaching. There will inevitably be two different types of lead story: The positive: Record numbers of passengers using airports, ferry ports or other modes of transport, … Continued

Are changes in credit terms by IATA going to lead to fundamental changes in the structure of the travel industry? Are they part of a wider change? And is it one that is actually overdue?   One of the attractions … Continued

Many of the more elderly readers may remember from their school days the story of the Trojan Horse, which gave rise to a comment by the Greek playwright, Sophocles: Foes’ gifts are no gifts: profit bring they none.   Could … Continued

The school attended by my children was featured in the national newspapers this week, and the issues covered raise some interesting questions about security and safety generally, which have wider impact for travel businesses.   The school has for a … Continued

I have been fascinated this year by the rise of promotion of “Black Friday” offers by many retailers – and the point has been reached in 2014 where police have been called to shops to separate fighting shoppers trying to … Continued

I suspect that I was not alone in the travel industry in being amused and intrigued by the story of the Broadway Hotel in Blackpool, which charged £100 to customers who placed a bad review of the hotel on Trip … Continued

It seems to be a generally accepted axiom that the travel industry is not great at influencing governments. Over the past few months, I have found myself considering that claim in some detail. Here are my thoughts.   As an … Continued

This response to the CAA Consultation CAP1190 is submitted by Owens Cooper Consulting The Respondent Owens Cooper Consulting provides comprehensive advice and support to travel, leisure and tourism businesses regarding government and regulatory issues. The principal has more than 25 … Continued