Barrhead Travel has confirmed that the location of its new Glasgow city centre flagship store will be in Gordon Street.
News about the store was first revealed at the Scottish-based agency’s annual conference in Trump Turnberry hotel in Ayrshire last month.
Gordon Street is one of Glasgow’s highest footfall areas because of its location which links Glasgow Central Station to the well-known shopping district of Buchanan Street.
The move follows the relocation of the group’s HQ to nearby Libertas House in St Vincent Place.
The new store will be split across two levels – with an experience-led retail space on the ground floor and the first floor becoming a dedicated hub for its specialist sales divisions. Private appointment space for clients looking for in-depth consultations will be available, thanks to the flexible layout.
More than 35 travel specialists will be based in Gordon Street, with new long-haul and cruise roles expected to be created thanks to growing demand.
The group also expects to add further positions for its new Touring & Adventure division.
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Jacqueline Dobson, president of Barrhead Travel, said: “The launch of our new flagship in Glasgow city centre not only reinforces our commitment to reinvigorating high streets across the UK, but it reiterates our roots in the Glasgow region where we have a thriving head office and an extensive network of stores.
“Trusted travel agents are in high demand and we see great opportunities to pursue smart growth next year – both in the local communities where have a retail store and beyond, thanks to our UK-wide reach and reputation.
“We’re continually evolving to anticipate the future needs of our customers; that means constantly reviewing our locations, investing in industry-leading training, providing the very best technology for our teams, and bolstering our portfolio of travel partnerships.
“The next 12 months are bright for travel agents – despite challenges ahead, travellers will lean on their local agents for support, expertise and financial protection.”
Barrhead Travel’s new head office opened in early December and its new Glasgow store is expected to launch in February.
Pictured are some members of the Glasgow team, from left: Adla Toal, senior travel consultant; Sophie King, travel consultant; Jonathan Munro, head of longhaul; Jacqueline Dobson, president of Barrhead Travel; Natalie MacIntyre, senior travel consultant.