MOVING FORWARD

THE BLOG FOR BUSINESS TRAVEL PROFESSIONALS

Express Travel
Express Travel

Apr 28, 2023

As part of our strategic global growth plans, Gray Dawes Group has acquired the Florida based travel management business, Express Travel. Our entry into the American market closes the circle on our innovative ‘follow the sun’ service model; delivering a single shared technology platform with seamless personal service across the entire Gray Dawes international operation.

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Travel Talks 6 Travel Policy
Travel Talks 6 Travel Policy

Apr 20, 2023

Every organisation should have their own unique travel policy, specific to their own demands and requirements, designed to meet the objectives of their corporate travel program. However, there are a number of best practices and common themes that you really need to ensure your travel policy incorporates. That’s what Dan and Gavin, from our account management team, discuss in this episode of Travel Talks.

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Carbon Handprint
Carbon Handprint

Apr 11, 2023

We all know what a carbon footprint is. What is less well known is the concept of a carbon handprint; the positive impact we can make on the environment through our actions. Understanding the difference between a carbon handprint and a carbon footprint is crucial for businesses, especially those in the travel industry, to take effective steps towards sustainable and responsible practices.

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The Big Business Travel Report
The Big Business Travel Report

Apr 3, 2023

We examine the findings of an important new report from CBI Economics, commissioned by the BTA, which seeks to understand the benefits of business travel and in-person meetings in a world forever changed by the outbreak of the Covid pandemic.

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Preparing for Take-off
Preparing for Take-off

Mar 27, 2023

How can the business travel industry attract new talent?As The Business Travel Association publishes its latest brochure on career opportunities within the business travel industry – Your Career Can Travel – our very own Sonam Popat, Gray Dawes Marketing Consultant...

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7 Steps to Healthier Business Trips
7 Steps to Healthier Business Trips

Mar 20, 2023

Traveling for work can be an exciting opportunity to explore new places and expand your horizons, but it can also be stressful and draining. Long hours, jet lag, and disrupted routines can take a toll on your health, leaving you feeling drained and overwhelmed. To help you stay healthy and maintain your wellbeing while traveling for work, here are seven tips and strategies to keep in mind.

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Meet Callum
Meet Callum

Mar 14, 2023

Say hello to our new marketing assistant, Callum Winterford, who joins our award winning Marketing Team here at Gray Dawes. We’ve given Callum the keys to this month’s blog so he can share a little bit about himself, his ambitions and why he joined Gray Dawes Group.

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Pioneering Women In Travel
Pioneering Women In Travel

Mar 8, 2023

We mark International Women’s Day by celebrating some of the female pioneers in travel; past, present and future. And we say hello to just a few of the inspirational women in Gray Dawes who are helping to take our company and the business travel industry forward. These sisters are most definitely doing it for themselves!

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The Truth About SAF
The Truth About SAF

Mar 2, 2023

Is SAF really as green as it claims? Sustainable Aviation Fuel is produced from renewable resources and designed as an alternative to traditional fossil fuel-based aviation fuels. In this blog article, we will explore exactly what SAF is, how it is produced, and debate the environmental impact of using SAF for business travel.

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Coming To America
Coming To America

Feb 27, 2023

As part of our continuing global growth strategy, Gray Dawes Travel has launched operations in North America with two key appointments: we’re delighted to announce that Michel Botbol joins us as Chairman of the Board (North America) and Carolann Martini has taken the role of Chief Customer Officer, based in New York.

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Hotel Attachment
Hotel Attachment

Feb 21, 2023

If you’re arranging a business trip which requires you to book a flight and stay overnight here are five reasons why it’s always a good idea to book your hotel at the same time. It’s what Travel Management Companies (TMCs) call hotel attachment… and it has nothing to do with how you emotionally feel about the property.

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Travel Talks 5: How To Create A Seamless Event
Travel Talks 5: How To Create A Seamless Event

Feb 17, 2023

No matter what size your organisation is, planning a corporate meeting or event is no easy feat. In this Travel Talks special, Head of Gray Dawes Events, Katie Whitby, shares her top tips and tricks on how to create a seamless event experience.

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Tales from the Innovation Hub
Tales from the Innovation Hub

Feb 10, 2023

On the 31 January 2023, we invited a few of our customers to our first ever Client Innovation Hub event. The goal was simple; to hear what our clients thought about our technology and to help us craft our client-focussed roadmap that truly meets the needs of today’s business traveller.

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The Impact Of Inflation
The Impact Of Inflation

Feb 3, 2023

With inflation at record levels and the cost-of-living crisis becoming an ever more real threat to many organisations, we turn our analytical spotlight closer to home and explore the potential of a cost-of travel crisis… and what businesses can do about it.

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Punctuality League 2023
Punctuality League 2023

Jan 23, 2023

Discover the world’s most on-time airlines and airports. The 2023 OAG Punctuality League has just been published; analysing the full year of flight data from 2022, this revealing report details the On-Time Performance of the world’s largest airlines and airports and ranks them in order of best to worst.

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Going Global
Going Global

Jan 18, 2023

As part of our strategic global growth plans, Gray Dawes Group has acquired the Australian based travel management business, MP Travel.

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Bucket List Travel
Bucket List Travel

Jan 10, 2023

You know Gray Dawes is all about travel. But did you know it’s not always about business? We caught up with our well-travelled colleagues at Ventur Luxury – our leisure travel division – to discover their top tips for dream holiday destinations in 2023.

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International Human Solidarity Day 2022
International Human Solidarity Day 2022

Dec 20, 2022

Here at Gray Dawes, our ESG (Environmental and Social Governance) strategy is driven by our newly appointed Global Brand Ambassador, Laura Busby. To celebrate the day she is leading our monthly Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging internal focus group meeting.

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Driving Towards a Greener Future
Driving Towards a Greener Future

Nov 22, 2022

As one of the world’s leading transportation solutions providers, Avis Budget Group understand the significance of their role in helping to achieve a sustainable business travel industry. They know it’s important to act responsibly and do their part to support global efforts in the transition to a low-carbon economy. Check out some of Avis’s sustainability initiatives and enter our Avis competition to win a £200 Amazon Gift Card!

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Gamification Goes Green
Gamification Goes Green

Nov 18, 2022

Past efforts to use gamification to nudge corporate travellers into making specific decisions never really took off. But with sustainability top-of-mind for many companies, the concept could be revived as businesses look for ways to reduce their carbon footprint.

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Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Nov 14, 2022

As the BTA publish their latest ESG report – a detailed investigation into Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) – we consider the pros and cons of SAF and examine how it’s sourced, produced and distributed, and question whether it’s the magic bullet so many think it to be.

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Return of Thursday’s Child
Return of Thursday’s Child

Nov 9, 2022

We first met Thursday’s Child back in September – Dylan, the firstborn son of Gray Dawes’ Global brand Ambassador, Laura Busby. With travel in her (and his) blood, Laura has taken the saying “Thursday’s child has far to go” literally! This is the second instalment of Laura’s insightful and often moving personal blog of a mother’s experiences travelling with her child.

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The New Transport Secretary
The New Transport Secretary

Nov 4, 2022

In this biography article, we try to get to know the newly appointed Secretary for Transport, The Rt Hon Mark Harper, a little better by exploring his background, beliefs and past experiences in order to understand what his appointment could mean for the business travel industry.

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Why Online Adoption is Important
Why Online Adoption is Important

Oct 26, 2022

Booking in-policy with your travel management company is fundamental to driving an efficient travel programme. Doing so using your TMC’s online booking tools ensures you can achieve the very best ROI and savings.

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Generation BTA
Generation BTA

Oct 21, 2022

We’re thrilled to announce that our very own Marketing Consultant, Sonam Popat, has been selected to join the Generation BTA Advisory Board, created by the Business Travel Association. The Generation BTA Board will work in groups to tackle issues, directly facing within the industry to bring about positive change.

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Travel Talks 3: How To Control Your Travel Costs
Travel Talks 3: How To Control Your Travel Costs

Oct 17, 2022

In this episode of Travel Talks, our Chief Commercial Officer, Warren Dix is joined by Wates’ Group Procurement Director, David Oates, to discuss how to effectively control business travel costs. The webinar is packed full of tips and advice on how to drive down costs and identify savings in your corporate travel programme.

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9 Reasons Why You Should Be Using An Event Management Agency
9 Reasons Why You Should Be Using An Event Management Agency

Oct 11, 2022

We recently caught up with our friends and colleagues over in Gray Dawes Events to understand why it’s so important to have an expert on your side when to comes to organising business meetings, incentives, conferences and events. In fact, there are nine reasons why…

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Thursday’s Child
Thursday’s Child

Sep 27, 2022

They say Thursday’s child has far to go. When Gray Dawes’ Head of Sales – Laura Busby – gave birth to her son Dylan, she took that saying literally. But when travel is your passion, it’s perhaps no surprise that mother and son were destined to visit twelve countries in the first twelve months of his life! This insightful and often moving personal blog of a mother’s travels with her newborn son recounts their experiences.

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