The February 2017 issue of ABTA Magazine is now available online, with the print version sent to all subscribers. As well as offering inspirational destination content, focusing on Malaysia, ABTA Magazine ensures its readers are one step ahead of the game, with cutting-edge analysis and reports \u2014 this issue, on the important topics of responsible tourism and the growing trend of \u2018bleisure\u2019 travel.<\/p>\n
The February issue is accompanied by the Travel Trends supplement, offering a closer look at some of the destinations to watch this year, including Kerala, the Deep South and Denmark, as well as emerging and key trends in travel.<\/p>\n
In light of Brexit negotiations, a new US president and the ongoing threat from terrorism, editor Jo Fletcher-Cross comments: \u201c[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”][[Although]] it might seem as though the future is somewhat unpredictable, there are so many bright spots, too, and while times may be challenging, there are lots of opportunities out there.\u201d This year also sees ABTA Magazine increase from four to six issues annually. \u201cI\u2019m really looking forward to covering even more industry news, analysis and destinations,\u201d says Jo. \u201cThere\u2019s plenty of inspiration to get through tricky times.\u201d<\/p>\n
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE<\/strong><\/p>\n Cover story<\/strong>: Malaysia Analysis<\/strong>: Responsible tourism Special report<\/strong>: Bleisure Inside\u2026<\/strong> Crystal Cruises Destination:<\/strong> UK Q&A:<\/strong> Sebastian Hirst Travelogue<\/strong>: Miami To read the e-zine version of this edition, visit: www.abtamagazine.co.uk\/February17<\/p>\n Travel Trends:<\/strong> Website<\/strong>: Content, competition, blogs, features, back issues and more. www.countrybycountry.com<\/p>\n Facebook: Facebook.com\/ABTAMag Notes to editors:<\/strong> ABTA Magazine is distributed on a named basis to all ABTA Members \u2014 comprised of travel agents and tour operators. It\u2019s also distributed to all UK tourist board offices and the head offices of ABTA Travel Industry Partners, as well as to leading companies in sectors such as hotels, aviation, cruise, rail and car rental.<\/p>\n »ÆÉ«ÊÓƵ also produce spin-off titles ABTA Golf, the ABTA Country By Country Guide and ABTA Magazine, The Dailies.<\/p>\n About ABTA The ABTA brand stands for support, protection and expertise. This means consumers have confidence in ABTA; and a strong trust in ABTA Members. These qualities are core to us as they ensure that holidaymakers remain confident in the holiday products that they buy from our Members.<\/p>\n ABTA currently has around 1,200 Members and represents around 4,000 retail outlets and offices. For more details about what we do, what being an ABTA Member means and how we’re working at the heart of the industry to ensure that the British public can travel with confidence visit www.abta.com.<\/p>\n CONTACT:<\/strong> Jo Fletcher-Cross, Head of ABTA Titles Maria Pieri, Editorial Director Matthew Jackson, Managing Director Anthony Leyens, CEO The February 2017 issue of ABTA Magazine is now available online, with the print version sent to all subscribers. As well as offering inspirational destination content, focusing on Malaysia, ABTA Magazine ensures its readers are one step ahead of the game, with cutting-edge analysis and reports \u2014 this issue, on the important topics of responsible tourism and the growing trend … <\/p>\n
\nTraditional but modern, urban but rural \u2013 Zoe McIntyre explores this dynamic country, from its vibrant cities to tranquil paradise beaches<\/p>\n
\nThis year marks 20 years of responsible tourism, so we examine how the industry is looking forward to a more sustainable future<\/p>\n
\nBusiness or pleasure \u2014 why not combine the two? John Fitzsimmons examines the new phenomenon of mixing work with down-time on the road<\/p>\n
\nA closer look at Crystal Cruises, the luxury cruise line with an expanding range of vessels<\/p>\n
\nInspiration for staycations in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland<\/p>\n
\nThe head of sales for The Moorings, a TUI Group company, talks work, travel and what\u2019s next for the company<\/p>\n
\nFlorida\u2019s southern city is reimagining itself as a vibrant, artistic hub and cultural powerhouse<\/p>\n
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