Travel Trade information

Marketing Manchester is the official Tourist Board for Greater Manchester. We’re here to help you sell and package up Greater Manchester and beyond. Check out our ‘How we can help’ section to find out more. 

Travel Trade Support

    Whether you are planning individual or group travel programmes, please contact us direct for free, professional and practical advice. We’re here to help you sell Manchester and beyond and have a dedicated team who can provide information and assistance on: 

    • Itinerary planning support  

    • Introductions to Manchester accommodation providers, attractions, experiences, transport providers 

    • Destination information, promotional literature and support materials such as maps and guides 

    • Access to our online image and video bank 

    • Familiarisation trips and site visits 

    • Insights and statistics  

    • Venue suggestions and bid production for meeting planners 

    • Online educational programme www.Manchester-Master.com helping you to package and sell Manchester, and the North of England and Wales.  

    Contact Us 

    TravelTrade@MarketingManchester.com 

    The Marketing Manchester team attend a wealth of travel trade events throughout the year. Come and say hi or make an appointment with one of the team, at events including: 

    • World Travel Market 

    • ETOA’s Relaunch 

    • UKInbound Annual Convention  

    • Explore GB 

    • Britain & Ireland Marketplace 

    • ETOA’s North America Marketplace 

    • Destination Britain North America 

    • Destination Britain China 

    Contact Us

    TravelTrade@MarketingManchester.com 

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    Discover the vibrant cosmopolitan city of Manchester. With a wealth of culture, history and heritage to explore, plus events every night of the week. As a haven for foodies, fashion enthusiasts, luxury seekers, music lovers and, of course, sporting fans, the city offers the perfect break for everyone. Explore a little further to discover the fantastic green spaces and quaint towns of Greater Manchester, or the tranquility, history and adrenaline of Northern England. 

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    Discover the vibrant cosmopolitan city of Manchester. As a haven for foodies, fashion enthusiasts, luxury seekers, music lovers and, of course, sporting fans, the city offers the perfect break for everyone. 

    Enjoy arts and culture at one of the many free museums, galleries and libraries or take in a touring West-End production at one of the city’s fantastic theatres. Discover the city’s history and heritage on a range of walking tours or indulge in one of the many food and drink experiences on offer.  

    Extend your stay in Manchester and explore more of the North. Enjoy guided day trips to the tranquility of the Lake District, the adventure and elegance of the Peak District or the historic sea-side towns of North Wales. Plus, Manchester is a short train ride away from cities like Liverpool, Leeds, Chester and Durham, so you can make the most of your visit to the North.  

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    Discover the vibrant cosmopolitan city of Manchester. As a haven for foodies, fashion enthusiasts, luxury seekers, music lovers and, of course, sporting fans, the city offers the perfect break for everyone. Manchester is easy to navigate on foot, via the free city-centre buses and the Metrolink tram system where all you need to do is tap in and out on the platforms. 

    Enjoy arts and culture at one of the many free museums, galleries and libraries or take in a touring West-End production at one of the city’s fantastic theatres. Discover the city’s history and heritage on a range of walking tours or indulge in one of the many food and drink experiences on offer.  

    Why not visit during one of the city’s amazing festivals that take place throughout the year. From the bi-annual Manchester International Festival, celebrating international arts, to Manchester Pride, Manchester Literature Festival, Chinese New Year celebrations, or the famous Manchester Christmas Markets.  

    Extend your stay in Manchester and explore more of the North. Enjoy guided day trips to the tranquility of the Lake District, the adventure and elegance of the Peak District or the historic sea-side towns of North Wales. Plus, Manchester is a short train ride away from cities like Liverpool, Leeds, Chester and Durham, so you can make the most of your visit to the North.  

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    Logistics

    Ground Handlers

    Below are some of the largest and longest established wholesale tour operators specialising in bringing visitors to the UK. As well as offering full travel packages, they can provide assistance with ground arrangements such as accommodation booking and transfers, along with other destination management services.

    AC Tours (Manchester office) +44 (0) 20 7737 3414 www.actours.co.uk

    Angela Shanley Associates +44 (0)20 7387 8812 www.asalondon.co.uk

    Asia Europe TCI +44 (0)20 3006 5309 www.asiaeuropetci.com

    China Europe Travel Ltd +44 (0) 1895 876178 www.ecconnect.co.uk

    China Holidays +44 (0)20 7487 2999 www.chinaholidays.co.uk

    CHR Travel +44 (0)12 7987 4286 www.chrtravel.com

    Discover Travel & Tours +44 (0)870 290 1010 www.discovertravelandtours.com

    Europe Incoming +44 (0)20 8994 5001 www.europeincoming.com

    European Travel Service +44 (0)20 7730 7182 www.etsuk.com

    Evan Evans Tours +44 (0)20 7950 1777 www.evanevanstours.co.uk

    Glamorous Travel (Manchester based) +44 (0) 161 921 8784 www.glamorous-travel.com

    Golden Tours +44 (0)20 7341 6250 www.goldentours.com

    Great Days Travel (Manchester based) +44 (0)161 928 9966 www.greatdays.co.uk

    GTA/Kuoni +44 (0) 20 7716 2400 www.gta-travel.com

    Hospitality Line +44 (0) 20 8289 9595 www.hospitalityline.co.uk

    JacTravel +44 (0)20 8563 7878 www.jaconline.com

    MIKI Travel +44 (0)20 7507 5000 www.miki.co.uk

    Miramar Travel +44 (0) 20 7851 1599 www.miramartravel.hk

    Omega Tours Ltd +44 (0) 1908 685026 www.omegatraveluk.com

    Premium Tours +44 (0) 20 7713 1311 www.premiumtours.co.uk

    Saltours +44 (0)20 7724 7711 www.saltours.com

    Scancoming +44 (0)20 7935 0101 www.scancoming.com

    Select Travel +44 (0) 1480 455 850 www.selecttravel.com

    Sovereign Tourism +44 (0)20 7491 2323 www.sovereigntourism.com

    Trafalgar +44 (0)20 7468 4137 www.trafalgar.com/uk

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