AAT Kings launches ex-UK flight bookability

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The growth means brokers can now e-book the total package deal beneath AAT Kings ATOL license, which has been prolonged in anticipation of sturdy demand from the UK and Irish commerce. Ben Hall, AAT Kings Group CEO mentioned: “This growth has been a very long time within the making, and we’re excited to announce this to our commerce companions at the moment. AAT Kings has over 100 years of expertise creating holidays in Australia and New Zealand; now we are able to additionally supply the commerce flight inclusive packages. We hope that this sturdy legacy of belief and experience will probably be an asset for our agent companions.

“We are anticipating sturdy demand for this new bookability and are assured that this transfer will open doorways for extra agent companions to start out promoting our Australia and New Zealand guided vacation packages.

“This is especially true for agents who may have given up their ATOL license during Covid. Not being able to book a flight inclusive package in one place has been a barrier to sale, and we encourage any agent who isn’t already signed up with us to reach out to our UK sales team.”

This replace will allow brokers to create a tailor-made package deal, with a full vary of regional departure factors, stop-overs and versatile tickets combinable with an AAT Kings Guided Holiday of 5 nights or extra.

Ex-UK flight inclusive packages will be booked by way of the contact centre, on the cellphone or by way of electronic mail.  Bookings will be reserved on a deposit foundation*, with full fee made at 60 days out.

Hall continued: “We know that a holiday to Australia or New Zealand is a once in a lifetime trip for many UK customers and being able to create that dream holiday itinerary while knowing all elements of the package are protected and in one place, is crucial. The flexibility we can now offer our trade partners makes it a stress-free experience. The agent can own all elements of the booking, and the customer can tick off all their bucket list items, combine an extended stay to visit family or friends, and build their ideal flights around it, knowing that they’re getting the best price possible.”

AAT Kings not too long ago introduced that small group excursions could be supplied for the primary time for 2026/27. Groups can have a median of 16 and most 24 friends, providing a extra intimate tour expertise.

“The introduction of new small group tours was monumental for AAT Kings,” mentioned Hall. “Being able to offer a different touring style means we can continue to diversify and make sure we’re offering something for everyone. Add that to the new option of also booking flights with us, and we are confident we will see a continued strong uptick in bookings from the UK market.”

Three webinars can be found in September, for brokers who wish to be taught extra in regards to the new touring model and product for 2026/27, in addition to the important thing advantages to reserving with AAT Kings. Slots are on September ninth, tenth, and eleventh at 10am and pre-registration is required by way of a web based kind or electronic mail gross sales@aatkings.co.uk.

In addition, AAT Kings A-Listers commerce loyalty programme has been revamped, with two new podcast episodes accessible specializing in the brand new season programme and small group excursions.  Available on-demand by way of AAT Kings Industry Hub, the platform gives unique insider entry, helpful suggestions and methods, and gross sales instruments designed to enrich brokers’ current business information.

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