Welcome to the first News from The Nest created by Three Little Birds PR, a quarterly update to keep you informed on some of the going's on from clients and those we are helping through the crisis.

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Aviation Action, a charity set up to support people in the aviation industry, offers vital assistance to people who have worked in the sector within the UK. Launched by Chris Wild, Head of Airfield Operations at Manchester Airport, and a team of industry professionals, Aviation Action aims to help hundreds and thousands of aviation colleagues get back on their feet if they are facing difficult times both personally or professionally.

BeWILDerwood Cheshire, a new outdoor family visitor attraction due to have opened in May 2020 has announced it now plans open its wonky gates in spring 2021. The sister site in Norfolk, which has been operating for 13 years, will re-open on 18th July 2020 with plenty of space, fresh air and oodles of fun! New guidelines will be in place to make the woods a safe place to play in the current climate. 

Staffordshire's heritage steam railway will resume a reduced service operation and introduce refurbished dining trains, from Saturday 1st August. E-tickets must be booked on the website and are available from 14th July. Return rides from Froghall station depart at 10:30am or 1:30pm. Those who are in a 'bubble' will be seated together where possible.

Churnet Valley Railway - www.churnetvalleyrailway.co.uk 

NEW! UK's leading trade only vehicle rental provider introduces motorhomes

Travel agents can now book motorhomes as well as car hire for their customers seeking freedom and flexibility to travel freely, safely and in comfort. A UK campervans and European motorhomes product range will launch this week. The operator will expand the offering to include USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand in the coming weeks. Virtual tours will be available to assist agents in their vehicle recommendation. 

Flexible Autos (TRADE ONLY) - www.flexibleautos.com 

Steam into 2021 with seven new holidays

Escorted group rail operator announces its pre-launch 2021 brochure featuring 46 rail holidays covering more than 40 countries. Beginning late November 2020 with Continental Christmas Market favourites and wintry stalwarts, such as Hamburg and Switzerland, and ending with a once-in-a-lifetime, 27-day long-haul rail extravaganza to New Zealand in 2022, the collection includes 7 new tours departing in 2021 visiting Romania, Kyrgyzstan, Azerbaijan and Georgia, Central and South Africa, Morocco, Italy and Austria.

Ffestiniog Travel – www.ffestiniogtravel.com 

Meet the baby bobcats, servals and lemurs born during lockdown at Shropshire zoo

The home of Shropshire's Wolves and Big Cats, Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom reopens after 15 weeks. Adhering to social distancing, hand washing and COVID secure precautions in place, the family visitor attraction will be introducing the new additions – bobcats, servals and lemurs – to the zoo born in lockdown. Over 100 species of animals reside at Hoo Farm, which also offers 15 daily activities including private animal experiences. Onsite private lodge for staycations and private tours available.

Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom - www.hoofarm.com

NEW! World's first tourism company exclusively offering low season travel

To support the rebirth and sustainable return to growth of the worldwide travel industry post Covid-19, Low Season Traveller has been launched by industry veteran Ged Brown. Aiming to deliver holidaymakers with more choice and better value for money it will provide inspiration and share the benefits of travelling outside the peak season. Via multimedia including images, blogs, videos and podcasts the site will support destinations manage visitor numbers throughout the year by promoting holidays that are only available in the quieter tourism month.

Low Season Traveller - www.lowseasontravel.com  

NEW! Perfect property for the pooch opening in Cheshire

New family and dog-friendly Pennsylvania Cottage will open early August. The 3-bedroom self-catering country chic property is located on the 34-mile long Sandstone Trail and awards stunning views across the Cheshire countryside. Interior design is the creation of the Nelson Hotels Group proprietor Sue Nelson, who has created a unique look throughout all properties within the accomodation and restaurant chain, including the quintessentially English country pub a stone's throw away, The Pheasant Inn – also featured on Country File. Delamere Forest, Cheshire Oaks and Chester all within a short drive.

The Netflix-style Planet Eat channel has a campervan-load of food and travel inspiration for staycationers heading to Cornwall.  From how to whizz up some delicious dishes at the self-catering cottage to quick and tasty food rustled up in the campervan or campsite kitchen using local produce, Cornwall-bound holidaymakers can be inspired by Polperro-based foodie TV presenter Jane Sarchet. Free one month subscription available – click here

Planet Eat – www.planeteat.com 

It's time to hit the open road with Tailor Made Rail. Specialist in devising itineraries to suit the independent and carefree traveller, TMR will now feature, for the first time, tailor made rail-drive holidays. Launching the collection with suggested itineraries to France, Switzerland, Germany and Italy, 8-day adventures start from £899 pp. Combining the ease of rail travel with the flexibility of a hire car and staying in a semi-rural location, Brits have the green light for a safe and easy-going, much-need escape to the Continent.

Tailor Made Rail – www.tailormaderail.com 

NEW! Hotel opening - Feel like a visiting aristocrat in a grand Victorian residence

Opening September 2020, The Harrison is a Bohemian bolthole hosting scholars and scoundrels since 1879. Home to a famous merchant and set on the leafy campus of Queens University and near botanic gardens, museum and theatre district each room tells a story of Belfast's most creative and eccentric personalities. The Lyric theatre where Liam Neeson learnt his craft is just a short stroll away.

The Harrison Chambers of Distinction www.chambersofdistinction.com

Sarah Tucker's provocative new novella, inspired by the novel coronavirus, is a zeitgeist glance at why and how the travel industry and travel writing has lost its way, but also takes a deeper look into how people wear masks even when they are not wearing 'masks'.  The book is a psychological thriller which aims to question the reader's ability to identify who the predator and victim is - in the story - and the value of authenticity.

The Redundant Travel Journalist - www.sarahtucker.info

NEW! Family-first adventure company portfolio to include Europe

Following a successful launch last year, two point four is expanding the portfolio of family focused adventures to include Europe. New destinations and the continued family-first approach to travel will enable families and friends of, to travel with confidence. New closer-to-home destinations include Croatia, Italy, Portugal and Iceland. All individually designed two point four holidays are customised offering a choice of accomodation in villas, boutique accomodation, treehouses and glamping. Bubble-style trips are designed with the health and safety of families  as paramount with the services of a childcare professional for the duration.

Two Point Four Travel – www.twopintfour.com

NEW! Luxury long-haul operator introduces 'low touch travel'

Staying in fewer hotels, less frequent changes of guides and vehicles, using carefully selected 'Low Touch Hubs' and utilising a fully tailor-made approach to travel, are all part of the new concept in development from Selective Asia. Created to preserve the enjoyment of travel, the Asian specialist has adapted its product range to deliver and operate holidays reducing exposure to risk, when clients feel totally comfortable.

Selective Asia – www.selectiveasia.com

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