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Luis Arteaga joined JG Travel Group in October 2002 as Financial Director and Partner. At the time, the company had revenues of £3m and 6 employees. Luis went on to become Managing Director two years later followed by an MBO in 2008 where he acquired the business from the founder. In September 2016, Luis sold 50% of the business to KPC. Before joining JG Travel Group, Luis had various financial management roles in a range of businesses including Car Rental, Waste Management and PFI projects in Spain, the US and the UK.

Luis Arteaga graduated in Business and Economics from University CEU San Pablo in Madrid, Spain. He has an MBA with Specialism in Finance from Instituto de Empresa in Madrid and 2 years of CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst).

In his spare time, Luis enjoys sports (including regular practice of football, tennis, golf and running), books (economics, business, health and US or World politics) and above all, his two children.

Chris joined the JG Travel Group in May 2022 as Marketing Director and has spent his entire career in the holiday business, with a particular specialism in the older traveller. He worked for Saga Holidays over many years, headed up Marketing, Sales and Operations before becoming Managing Director and Chief Executive. During this time, he led the £200m+ business from 150,000 customers to over 200,000. Chris also worked for nearly 10 years in the charity sector where he led the national charity Revitalise as their Chief Executive, offering accessible holiday centres serving disabled people and their carers. When he is not working Chris lives with his wife in Canterbury and enjoys gardening, playing music and riding classic motorcycles.

Paul has a demonstrated history of working in the leisure, travel & tourism industry and is particularly skilled in negotiation, coach, air and rail holiday operations management and hotel contracting. Between 2009 – 2011, Paul was the Operations & Contracts Director for JGTG. He then want on to be Deputy Chief Executive of Bowen Travel Group followed by Director of Product & Operations for Glenton Holidays before returning to JGTG in 2013 to take on his current role. Paul is highly experienced and an innovative product creator, drawing from a wealth of industry experience.

Helen is an intrinsic part of the JGTG team, having been with the company for over 10 years, and is responsible for all HR aspects of JGTG, including recruitment, retention, development, and succession planning. Helen draws on her 15 years experience working as a senior HR manager with the Lloyds Banking group, followed by a number of years working as a self-employed HR consultant specialising in management coaching and development, Assessment and Development Centres and advising small businesses in HR matters.

James joined JG Travel Group in May 2023 as Marketing Director following a career in the travel industry. James has worked for Saga Travel, Travelopia Group, Fleetway Travel and Real Response Media and has a history of delivering strong commercial marketing programmes as well as innovations designed to achieve company targets.  When not at work James can be found at home near the beach in Hythe, Kent where he lives with wife Mel.

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From its inception over 40 years ago, St. James Travel & Tours has built a solid reputation of excellence as the Caribbean’s leading Destination Management Company. With emphasis on the discriminating U.K., European and North American markets, we are best known for the unrivalled personal service we provide in every area of our diverse portfolio. Our clients trust our expertise based on our attention to detail, flexibility, and dedication to understanding their needs.

St. James Travel & Tours’ motto has become for us more than a mission statement – hard work and experience have taught us that truly, ‘nothing is impossible’ and we are committed to delivering this reality to every client! We continue in our unique way to serve you – quietly and without fuss. Confidently, professionally, and with a smile that comes naturally! We look forward to showing you that with St. James Travel & Tours, the possibilities are endless!

Your personal Team at St. James Travel & Tours is your reliable Caribbean partner, with Islands that include St. Kitts, Nevis, Barbados, Antigua, Grenada and St. Lucia. These paradise escapes are famed for their magnificent scenery, excellent infrastructure and the Caribbean joie de vivre which when combined make your choice of any of these destinations an easy one.

With both a fully inclusive Ground Handling team, and highly experienced Corporate Incentive team, we pride ourselves on being able to offer spectacularly innovative events while incorporating some of the most fascinating and unique venues in the Caribbean. With an eye for personalized service, each client relies on us for five-star service and that extra touch of magic which makes every program remarkable.

Through excellent relationships with our Hotels and Suppliers, we are always abreast on the best offers and solutions available, and are here to help you every step of the way to ensure that each goal is met with success.

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Group size, participants’ age range, style of travel and budget are among the factors you should consider when selecting an itinerary.

By Elaine Glusac

Elaine Glusac is the Frugal Traveler columnist, focusing on budget-friendly tips and journeys.

Tour companies that offer multiday trips arrange most everything for you: lodging, sightseeing, food and transportation. But group size, style of travel and budget are among the considerations travelers should assess before picking a tour. Read on for tips.

Big group or small

Start your research by thinking about how many people you want to travel with and what your tolerance is for the social demands dictated by group size.

Smaller groups can move more nimbly and possibly see more. But they can also be more intensely social as you spend a great deal of time with the same people touring and dining.

Larger groups tend to require more time to get around, but they can also offer more social variety — for example, you can change up your lunch partners more easily.

“Large groups offer anonymity, allowing travelers to choose their level of interaction,” said Deborah Miller, a travel adviser and the owner of Edge of Wonder Travels Unlimited in San Francisco. “Conversely, smaller groups foster intimacy among travelers, guides and the destination itself.”

Look for age-appropriate trips

Think about the demographics of your travel party and consider matching that to a tour company.

Operators often segment their trips by age under the assumption that similarly aged people have more in common or prefer the same pace. Road Scholar , for example, caters to an intellectually curious 50-plus crowd.

On the other end of the spectrum, G Adventures offers a category of trips for “18-to-thirtysomethings” and Intrepid Travel has trips for 18-to-35-year-olds.

With their inherent age spans, families can be a tough demographic to fit into larger group departures, which is why companies tend to break up family offerings by age group.

The active tour company Backroads has three age segments for families, including trips for those with children 4 to 19, those with older teens and younger adults into their 20s, and those with children in their 20s and beyond.

“By definition, that creates somewhat of an age segmentation among parents, too,” said Tom Hale, the founder, president and chief executive of Backroads.

Go general or specific

A popular option for first-timers, a general tour will hit the highlights of a destination, like the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre in Paris or major sites in Tokyo and Kyoto in Japan.

Beyond the general approach, alternatives abound based on themes, styles of travel or hobbies.

Themed trips include a culinary tour of Sicily , a deep dive into literary England , Europe’s World War II battlefields and how women live in India .

In addition to topics, trips often revolve around the means of travel, such as going by train , on foot or by boat (a category that can be further segmented by size, from a cruise ship to a barge or a kayak ).

Tours can also allow you to pursue an interest like swimming or knitting in a unique destination.

Analyze tour inclusions

Once you determine where and how you want to go, prices will range from budget to luxury.

“For travelers on a budget, large group tours tend to be the best fit because it’s a great way to see major attractions at a lower price point,” said Cheyenne Schriefer, a travel adviser and the owner of All Travel Matters in Golden Valley, N.D.

But not all tours are built the same. To compare them, consider what they include.

For example, G Adventures has a 10-day hiking trip in Switzerland from $1,799 a person and a 10-day hiking trip in Portugal for $4,499. The latter is billed as a luxury trip, so the accommodations are pricier, but it also includes most meals, transfers and activities. The Swiss tour offers more basic lodgings, transfers, optional activities available for a fee, and fewer meals.

“Sometimes fewer inclusions are better than more,” said Pauline Frommer, co-president of Frommer Media, which publishes Frommer’s guidebooks . She pointed out that restaurants that can accommodate busloads probably don’t attract local traffic and that independent sightseeing allows you to “wander through local neighborhoods to get the feel of local life.”

Expertise of the guide or tour leader can also alter the price and the experience. You can expect to pay more for a tour led by a specialist, such as an Egyptologist guiding a group along the Nile.

Gauge your level of independence

Do you prefer to follow a strict schedule that relieves you from having to find, say, a restaurant for dinner? Or do you appreciate some structure — like knowing your hotel reservations are covered — but also want free time to explore independently?

Tour companies run the gamut. Before booking, read the itineraries carefully to find out if the schedule is tight or loose. If that is not clear, call the company to ask.

For truly independent travelers, self-guided tours offered by companies such as Inntravel , Exodus Adventure Travels and Macs Adventure make your ground arrangements and provide an itinerary to follow. Popular in Europe, these itineraries tend to be inn-to-inn walking or cycling trips that include luggage transfers.

“Self-guided travelers are independent but love the support of having a trip arranged for them, and they don’t want to hike with a big backpack anymore,” said Jasper Verlaan, the U.S. sales director for Macs Adventure.

Ask for recommendations

If you’re still unsure about putting down a deposit once you’ve done your research, ask the tour company if you may speak to a past client.

“Ask for references,” said Lynn Cutler, the senior vice president of travel for Smithsonian Enterprises, which runs the tour company Smithsonian Journeys . “We’ll find them a traveler who has done this trip in the past and put them in touch.”

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Wave ryders 2025 a caribbean ocean cruise, june 30 - july 4, 2025.

An ocean cruise from Florida to the Bahamas for 4 nights. 

On this ocean cruise, to the Bahamas, you’ll experience the Caribbean charm through white sand beaches, clear blue waters, appetizing flavors, and rhythmic music.  

Enjoy time to thrill and chill on Royal Caribbean’s private island Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas. The island features 14 waterslides, the largest freshwater pool in the Caribbean and the Bahamas, the newly opened adults-only oasis, Hideaway Beach, which features a private beach, pools, and spots for drinks and bites, exclusive cabanas, and live music.  

Enjoy Pool parties, use of the fitness center, broadway-style shows, waterslides, shopping, and more.

Mandela's Path: A Time of Reflection

October 10 - 19, 2024.

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We are delighted to announce our custom-designed private journey to South Africa.

Enjoy learning about the fascinating history of Nelson Mandela's South Africa while it is brought to life through a collection of soulful encounters with the people a nd places he touched in his efforts to end apartheid.  

Learn more in-depth about the culture and history of South Africa as well as who Nelson Mandela was and where he lived his life.  

Take a journey on a safari where you will likely meet the Big Five (lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and African buffalos). Explore and participate in a wildlife safari revealing the country’s natural beauty.  

Round out your stay with wine tastings, coupled with a chocolate and dessert tasting.

Aloha Adventure: Exploring Oahu & Maui

June 14-20, 2025.

Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, the Aloha Adventure trip promises to be an unforgettable experience filled with fun, relaxation, and discovery.

We invite you to explore the Islands of Aloha to find your own heavenly Hawaii experiences.

You'll forge an unforgettable connection with nature, from a lush Maui pineapple farm and epic views from Pali Lookout towards the Kaneohe Bay and the Windward Coast.

Portugal Soulful Epicurean Experience

November 11 - november 21, 2025.

A themed cruise offering guests an immersion in Black culture and history. Specially curated excursions and onboard experiences based on the destination and its Black heritage.

Explore the history of the Black and African diaspora in Lisbon and throughout Portugal along the breathtaking Douro River.  

Discover the African heritage and culture in Lisbon. Be treated to exclusive Brazilian and African food tastings as well as authentic Portuguese cuisine and Port during two shoreside dinners at local wine estates known as quintas.  

Travel to Porto to enjoy a Tomar Castle visit before embarking on the river cruiseship.

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