HF Holidays News Release – 4 Aug 2021

HF HOLIDAYS ANNOUNCES NEW HEAD OF COMMERCIAL APPOINTMENT

Award-winning walking and activity tour operator, HF Holidays, has appointed a new Head of Commercial, Chris Barnaville, bringing a wealth of travel experience and a passion for outdoor adventure to the position.

Chris has spent the majority of his career in the travel and hospitality industries with previous roles at Princess Cruises and Cunard Line, where he achieved successful results in commercial growth and   improving customer service and engagement.

Joining the walking holiday specialists on 2 August 2021, Chris said “This role with HF Holidays is an incredible opportunity to play a part in an organisation that has such a strong heritage, dedicated team and exciting plans for the future.”

Chris's arrival is timely, as HF Holidays prepares to restart departures to their overseas destinations in September 2021 and are looking forward to defining strategies to engage new audiences to their renowned walking and special interest holidays.

Also joining HF Holidays is Russell Fleming, who as Customer Sales Manager will report into Chris Barnaville.  Russell has over 20 years' experience at several tour operators including most recently Kenwood Travel and Freedom Destinations. 

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Notes to Editor:

Contact: Hannah Garcia, PR & Partnerships, hannahgarcia@hfholidays.co.uk

• All prices correct at time of going to press
• Founded in 1913, HF Holidays is the largest UK travel Co-operative Society.
• HF Holidays has 17 country houses in the UK's National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, all tailor-made for outdoor pursuits, with Boot and Drying Rooms, as well as Discovery Points with mapped routes, guidebooks, and local walks directions for independent walkers to use. 
• Sociability is at the heart of every HF Holiday.
• Most HF walking holidays are led by a team of volunteer leaders
• HF holidays are ideal for solo travellers, couples, or small groups.
• Families have an exclusive programme of holidays available, during the school holidays.
• Larger groups (8 or more people) such as groups of friends, large family groups, members of clubs /societies can enjoy special savings.
• Guests do not need to be a member of the HF Holidays Co-operative in order to join their holidays; all are welcome.
• HF Holidays are suitable for all fit and active adults including solo travellers, couples or small groups. There are also some dedicated UK holidays for families with children. Guests travel as part of larger group, making them a great way to meet and socialise with new people. Larger groups (8 or more people) such as groups of friends, large family groups, members of clubs /societies can enjoy special savings
• The HF Holidays Pathways Fund provides assisted holidays to those who could not otherwise afford one. In addition, since 1998, the fund has helped to protect and improve the countryside where HF Holidays' guests walk. This is achieved through generous donations from HF Holidays' members and guests.

• HF Holidays has a host of accolades under its belt including: Which? Recommended Provider for Escorted Tours status 2018 - 2021, Feefo Platinum Service Award in 2019, 2020 & 2021, Silver Travel Awards Best Activity Tour Operator 2020, British Travel Awards Silver Small Best Special Interest Holiday Company 2020, AWTE Company of the Year 2019, Staycation Award for Family Friendly Venue 2019, Telegraph Travel Awards Runner Up 2019, voted Best Large Tour Operator by Guardian and Observer readers 2010-2014; and Best Large Short Break Operator 2011-2014.

• HF Holidays is committed to responsible tourism and is a member of ABTOT and ATOL protected. 
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