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THE TRUTH ABOUT: Atol | History Defined

UK travel company ceases trading after 9 years with flights and holidays at risk

A UK travel company offering flights and holiday packages to destinations around the world has ceased trading ...

The National (Scotland) · Jun 19

Travel companies urged to offer cash refunds for cancellations amid Middle East conflict

The CAA says that vouchers given as repayment are not Atol-protected

The Independent UK · Apr 8

UK firms expect record rise in ‘Sunshine Saturday’ holiday bookings

Passenger demand is predicted to be five per cent higher this year, said the UK Civil Aviation Authority

The Independent UK · Jan 5

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Holiday chaos as British travel company goes bust after half a century

Thousands of customers left in limbo as Ickenham Travel Group joins growing list of failed holiday firms

Evening Standard · Dec 25, 2025

Thousands of British holidaymakers face uncertainty after popular travel firm collapses — are you affected?

Operations by Great Little Escapes are no longer ATOL protected

Evening Standard · Jun 17, 2025

Hundreds of Brits face summer holiday cancellations after travel company collapses

Great Little Escapes ceased trading as an Atol holder on Friday

The Independent UK · Jun 16, 2025

Air Belgium has gone bankrupt, and thousands of passengers are unlikely to get refunds

Will passengers be able to receive refunds from Air Belgium and what are your flight rights?

The Independent UK · May 22, 2025

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Major travel firm plunges into administration after 25 years

Holidaymakers could be left gutted after a major travel operator has fallen into administration.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 10, 2025

The cruise companies cancelling holidays as Jetline goes bust – here are your rights

Princess, Cunard and Holland America cruises are among affected bookings

The Independent UK · Mar 11, 2025

UK travel firm Jetline Holidays loses Atol status leaving thousands of holidaymakers in limbo

The majority of affected holidays are cruises

The Independent UK · Mar 7, 2025

The 8 common mistakes to avoid when booking your holiday in 2025

Before you spend big on a holiday this year, here’s how to help make sure your trip goes without a hitch

The Independent UK · Jan 17, 2025

Where to Book Your Next Golf Holiday: Top Destinations for a Cracking Time on the Green

Planning a golf holiday can be fun and easy. You can book your next golf getaway with trusted companies like Golf Travel Centre or Findagolfbreak.com. These sites offer a wide range of choices for golf trips in the UK, Europe, and around the world.

inkl · Sep 12, 2024

Beware WhatsApp and fake listings: how to avoid holiday fraud

From phantom villas to too-good-to-be-true offers, here’s how to make sure your booking is the real thing

The Guardian - UK · Jun 8, 2024

Holidays: money-saving tips for booking your dream break

The lowdown on the best deals, plus how to secure and future-proof them

The Guardian - UK · Jan 20, 2024

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Evening Standard · Nov 1, 2023

Set for take-off: easyJet Holidays boss says it can become UK's biggest travel firm

Luton-based firm aiming to overtake Jet2 and TUI as No1 tour operator

The Independent UK · Oct 13, 2023

More than 40 per cent of people will book an overseas holiday before Christmas, says new survey

Average spend per trip is expected to be more than £2,000, according to research from travel protection scheme Atol

The Guardian - UK · Jun 22, 2023

Massive discounts and midweek mini-breaks: 20 ways to book a fantastic, more affordable holiday

Keen to snag a holiday bargain – while avoiding scammers and anything too good to be true? Here is everything you need to know

The Independent UK · Jun 21, 2023

Atol celebrates half a century of protecting holidaymakers

The scheme, established in 1973, has repatriated around 242,000 people and settled more than 1.7 million financial claims since 2000 alone.

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The Independent UK · May 25, 2023

Football fans warned over travel scams ahead of European finals in Istanbul and Prague

Demand for flights and accommodation in Istanbul and Prague has surged since Manchester City and West Ham won their respective semi-finals.

Liverpool Echo · May 24, 2023

Warning to anyone planning to book a holiday this summer

The demand for holidays is at an all time high with many people planning a getaway this year

The Independent UK · May 23, 2023

Holiday fraud doubles as scammers target consumers trying to ‘snap up a deal’

Action Fraud said victims reported losing a total of £15.3 million in the last financial year, compared to £7.4 million in 2021/22.

Chronicle Live · May 22, 2023

Police warning after would-be holiday makers lose £15m to travel scams

A total of 87 people across the Northumbria force area fell victim to holiday-related fraud over the last year

The Independent UK · Mar 18, 2023

Demand for foreign holidays recovers to pre-virus levels – survey

Since March 18 last year, arrivals into the UK have no longer needed to take any tests or complete any forms.

The Independent UK · Mar 1, 2023

Family holiday guide: from toddlers to teens, find your perfect trip

Whether for toddlers, teens, multi-generational or solo parents, find your perfect family holiday with this guide

Chronicle Live · Feb 4, 2023

The difference between ABTA and ATOL and what you need to know before booking a holiday

Rules may be set to change, yet research has shown that many travellers don't understand how the schemes work at the moment

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