This year marks my 38th year working in the travel industry – and with DP&L Travel too. Looking back over this time, I’ve seen firsthand how the way we manage and book travel has evolved. There have been many changes in all aspects of life. Hairstyles and fashion: from big hair and shoulder pads to today’s more casual look. Make-up, …
DP&L Travel Management Partners with CHAS to Support Children With Life-Limiting Conditions and Their Families. DP&L Travel Management is proud to announce a new partnership with Children’s Hospice Across Scotland (CHAS), raising funds and providing support for children with life-limiting conditions and their families. Through this partnership, DP&L Travel Management will be actively involved in fundraising efforts and volunteering initiatives …
Valid from 8th January 2025 for Non-European nations Valid from 2nd April 2025 for European nations (applications open 5th March 2025) From 8th January 2025 (2nd April 2025 for European nations), all travellers to the UK, except British and Irish citizens, are required to obtain an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) to enter any of the nation’s countries, Scotland, England, Wales or Northern Ireland. Travellers holding …
As of the 1st of April, the travel management app TripCase will be no longer accessible. A statement from Sabre, who powers TripCase, states: “The app and web version of TripCase are being sunset globally. Starting April 1, 2025, users will no longer be able to access the app. It will be removed from the iTunes store, as well. The …
As someone relatively new to the Travel Industry, it’s been fascinating to witness how technology is reshaping Corporate Travel. Coming from an industry with a long-established relationship with technology, where workforce experience and expertise have shaped every innovation, the contrast within the Travel Industry is striking. In many ways, travel is still in the early stages of integrating technology, frequently …
Having worked in the travel industry for over 25 years, I can easily see the value of booking with a Travel Management Company (TMC) when travelling for business. But does everyone share the same view if they have been booking their own travel for years? After all, we all have access to websites where we can book flights, trains, …
DP&L is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Greengage ECOsmart certification, a prestigious recognition of its dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility. This achievement underscores DP&L’s commitment to integrating eco-friendly practices across its operations and highlights the significant impact of its initiatives in partnership with local charities. “We are thrilled to receive the Greengage ECOsmart certification” The …
First up in our meet the team series is our lovely manager, Caroline Runciman, who has worked in the travel industry for over 23 years. Caroline says: “Working at DP&L I get to work with a fantastic team offering support and training while ensuring our business operates to a high standard while offering an excellent service that our clients deserve. …
Boeing: China to account for 20 per cent of world’s aircraft demand over next two decades Boeing has published its latest forecast for commercial aircraft demand in China, with a total of 8,560 aircraft set to be delivered to the country between now and 2042. The manufacturer said that the 20-year demand was being driven by China’s fast-growing domestic air …
Ryanair Verification Process: If you have been asked to verify your identity for your Ryanair flight, this is due to the booking being flagged as having been booked by a third-party travel agent. Although there are no rules against third-party travel agents making bookings with Ryanair, the verification will need to be done before travellers can check if randomly selected …