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Happy International Women’s Day! ♀??? In the name of celebrating women all over the world today, we want to give a big shoutout to three of our very own female changemakers, recognised by the GBTA WINiT awards. Karly Ash – our Head of Global Account Management and winner of the Top Female Mentor award! Advancing women in the workplace and her dedication to gender equity are commitments she has always demonstrated in her 12+ years with us. ?? Sandra García Espada – Chief Product Officer and Honouree of Women Innovating the Way We Travel! Sandra’s focus is always on customer experience and throughout her time with us, she has revolutionised digital experiences, making travel smoother than ever. ?? Charlene Leiss – President of FCTG Americas and Honouree of FollowHer: Legends and Mentors. Her unwavering dedication has had a profound impact on the success of many women in FCM and across its parent group. She started the FastTrack employee recognition and advancement programme and formed FCTG Americas’ Womenwise chapter. ?? Read more about our female changemakers here: https://okt.to/eh8ISx #FCMTravel #BusinessTravel #IWD2025 #GBTA

?? UK ETA update ?? Travellers from eligible European countries can now apply for an ETA, for travels starting from the 2nd of April 2025. Read more about the regulation here: https://okt.to/Xb0gpy #FCMTravel #BusinessTravel

For companies with a lack of business travel processes, there's missed opportunities to make trips smoother for everyone. Whether you're looking to make booking travel easier, want to smooth out how you pay for travel, or need your systems to talk to each other better - a travel partner will continuously find ways to support your travel programme, arrangers and travellers. #FCMTravel #BusinessTravel #TestimonalTuesday

“The most choices” and “the biggest range” pitch? You’ve heard it all before, and so have we. But scrolling through endless options? It just slows you down. We’re cutting through the noise, serving up options that match your policy and budget. Thousands of pre-negotiated deals across air, hotel, rail, and car, all handpicked. ?? It’s time to rewrite the rules of business travel. https://okt.to/lse2Ir. #BusinessTravel #FCMTravel #DiscoverTheAlternative #RewriteTheRules

Is managed travel under threat? Not so fast… With self-service booking on the rise, some say managed travel is losing its edge. But Jo-Anne Lloyd, FCM Consulting’s Global Head of Customer Management & Consulting, isn’t buying it. In her latest piece for Business Travel News Europe, Jo breaks down why managed travel isn’t about restriction—it’s about empowerment, efficiency, and keeping travellers (and budgets) in check. ???? Key takeaways: ? Why control vs. flexibility is a myth ? The real value of managed travel today ? How policies are adapting to new business travel trends Managed travel isn’t dying - it’s evolving. Are you keeping up? Read Jo’s full take here ?? https://okt.to/L2coiU. What do you think—does managed travel still hold its ground? Drop your thoughts below! ?? #FCMTravel #BusinessTravel #BTNEurope #FCMTake

?? The wait is over! ?? FCM Consulting’s Q4-2024 Global Trend Report is here! Get your hands on the latest intel about airfare shifts, hotel occupancy, and regional business travel forecasts. Your business travel strategy planning just got easier. Download your copy now: https://okt.to/CPW5s0. #BusinessTravel #TravelTrends #FCMTravel #DiscoverTheAlternative

Our parent company, Flight Centre Travel Group, has announced its end of half-year results to the Australian Securities Exchange. Some key highlights for FCM Travel: - Stand out growth for FCM Travel UK - AI & Productive Operations are unlocking a new era of efficiency and forecasting 15-20% productivity gains - New business is booming - over AUD$800M in fresh account wins - FCM Meetings & Events is making power moves across the UK, France, & Nordics! Find out more here: https://okt.to/yIdcHg #FCMTravel #BusinessTravel

Missed our live Th!nk webinar? Catch up on-demand. Embracing the future: AI, budgets and individualism in business is packed with actionable insights to help you rewrite your 2025 programme. Hear from FCM’s Melissa Elf, Scott Alboni, alongside special guest Poppy Crum as they discuss AI, sustainability, and the power of personalised travel experiences. ??Watch it now: https://okt.to/ZbwQsp. #BusinessTravel #FCMTravel #DiscoverTheAlternative #RewriteTheRules #Webinar

Have you always wanted to empower your travel programme strategy and business trips but didn’t know where to start? The FCM Travel subscription can help with exactly that! Sign up today at https://okt.to/w7H5NY. #FCMTravel #BusinessTravel

32% of travel managers feel meetings and events will soon become part of their role. But what does that mean for travel managers? And what do you need to consider now moving forward? With this merging of categories, there are lessons you can take from travel to make things easier. But don't forget, there's the creative side to events too! Learn more about the crossover and what to consider moving forward with our new guide. Get your copy at https://okt.to/A6PMy9. #MeetingsAndEvents #FCMTravel