TUI CEO Joussen Sees Growth in Cruises, Turkish Bookings

The transcript discusses the company's performance, highlighting a 12% earnings growth driven by increased revenue and customer bookings. Seasonal booking trends show strong winter and summer bookings, with Turkey experiencing a 70% increase despite political tensions. The impact of Brexit on UK tourism is examined, noting a margin squeeze due to the weak pound, but stable customer spending and a shift towards cost-competitive destinations like Croatia and Bulgaria.

What factors contributed to the earnings growth of the firm this year?

What was the percentage increase in summer bookings in Turkey year over year?

How did the political tensions between Germany and Turkey affect tourism according to the text?

What impact did the weak pound have on holiday budgets in the UK?

Which destinations are currently popular among UK customers?