Hays Travel

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Hays Travel is the UK’s largest independent travel agent offering great-value holidays and outstanding customer service. Our independence means you can trust us to offer the most extensive range of low-cost travel; from all-inclusive, long-haul and luxury getaways, to late deals, cruises and tailor-made package breaks. Hays Travel first opened its doors in Seaham, County Durham in 1980. Now, with over 35 years’ experience, we have more than 130 branches nationwide and we’re constantly growing. In 2015, Hays Travel achieved a record-breaking turnover of £800 million thanks to more than one thousand dedicated members of staff and over 200 homeworkers. This year, we have even more expansion in the pipeline, which means more people will be joining the successful Hays Travel family.

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