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: 

    • Britain and Ireland Marketplace

    • Visit Britain France Workshop

    • Arabian Travel Market

    • Destination Britain North America

    • UKinbound Annual Convention

    • Visit Britain Spain Roadshow

    • World Travel Market

    • Visit Britain Germany Workshop
    • Destination Britain Middle East and Asia

    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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    Useful Information

    Transport

    Swans Travel was founded in 1978 and has grown into one of the leading passenger transport companies in the United Kingdom. As a family-owned private limited company, it delivers a high standard of service across all aspects of ground transport operation and management. With over…

    ComCab operates Manchester’s largest fleet of iconic black cabs, supported by 300 professional, uniformed drivers and over 50 years of experience. Passengers can travel with confidence, knowing ComCab is committed to getting them from A to B as efficiently as possible. The…

    First Travel Solutions (FTS), part of FirstGroup plc, is the UK’s leading provider of fully managed ground transport. The company delivers seamless, safe and sustainable travel solutions for festivals, sporting events and major outdoor gatherings, as well as for the…

    Thanks to an integrated transport network Manchester is one of the most accessible cities in the UK for both national and international visitors. As England's Gateway to the North, travel around Northern England is easy too, and Manchester Airport is…

    As the official convention bureau and tourist board for Greater Manchester, the Manchester Convention Bureau is here to help make your event a huge success. Our expert team of professionals can offer a range of complimentary services and local knowledge

    Logistics

    Ground Handlers & DMC’s 

    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 Group +44 (0) 20 7737 3414 www.actours.co.uk

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

    CHR Travel +44 (0) 203 336 3221  www.chr-travel.com

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

    Evan Evans Tours +44 (0) 207 932 8385 www.evanevanstours.co.uk

    Golden Tours +44 (0) 207 630 2028 www.goldentours.com

    Great Days Travel (Manchester based) +44 (0) 161 928 3242 www.greatdays.co.uk

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

    Interopa +44 (0) 20 7258 0009 https://interopa.co.uk/  

    JacTravel www.jactravel.com 

    Kuoni Tumlare www.kuonitumlare.com/ 

    MIKI Travel www.miki.co.uk

    Miramar Travel www.miramartravel.hk

    Ovation DMC https://ovationdmc.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/  

    Spectra https://www.spectra-dmc.com/

    Trafalgar +44 (0) 800 533 5619 www.trafalgar.com/uk

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