| Journal: TWUK | Section: |
| Title: | Issue Date: 19/06/00 |
| Author: | Page Number: 80 |
| Copyright: Other |
Airtours axesfranchise deal
AIRTOURS has been forced to abandon plans to open mytravelco franchises in C&A stores following the retailer’s decision to close all 113 branches.The operator said it would now seek partnerships with other high-street retailers.
Sales, marketing and development director Ed Sims said: “It is a shame because C&A was a good partner but we will continue with the strategy and look to work with other retailers.”
Airtours plans to open Internet-style outlets where customers self-book holidays.