The Group Leisure & Travel Awards and the Excellence Award

Laura Cook wins the Excellence Award at the Group Leisure & Travel Awards 2025 for her exceptional service and support to group travel organisers throughout the UK.

The Excellence Award is one of the most coveted accolades in the group leisure industry, recognising individuals who have made an outstanding contribution.

Laura Cook has spent 24 years in the travel industry and has worked for Daish's Holidays for four years, earning her the prestigious award.

The award acknowledges the hard work and dedication of individuals who support the local travel and hospitality sectors in the UK.

The Group Leisure & Travel Awards are now in their 30th year and showcase excellence across attractions, accommodation, and coach travel.

This year's award recognises individuals who have gone above and beyond in providing exceptional support to group travel organisers.

Laura Cook said: “I’m absolutely thrilled and humbled to have won this award. Group travel is such an important part of our tourism landscape, and I’m so proud to represent the south coast on the national stage.”

Daish's Holidays is a well-established hotel chain with 12 locations across the UK, offering coach holiday packages and self-drive breaks for solo travellers, couples, and groups.

Laura Cook's exceptional service has made a real difference in the lives of group travel organisers and their clients, providing a stress-free and enjoyable experience.

The Excellence Award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of individuals who support the local travel and hospitality sectors in the UK, and highlights the importance of group travel in the tourism industry.