Ilkley-based Gold Crest Holidays ceases trading after facing 'challenging trading environment'
A Yorkshire company which provided coach-based package holidays has ceased trading after facing rising costs and the “severe impact” of the pandemic.
Gold Crest Holidays, based in Ilkley, West Yorkshire, had arranged breaks around the UK and Europe since it was founded in 1990.
In a statement on its website, Gold Crest Holidays said that all future departures are now cancelled.
The statement added: “After more than 30 years of creating unforgettable holidays, we are deeply saddened to announce that Gold Crest Holidays has ceased trading with immediate effect and has taken steps to enter voluntary liquidation.
“This difficult decision follows the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, strategic changes in key partner arrangements that adversely affected our business, and a challenging trading environment with significantly rising costs. We are immensely grateful to our loyal customers, travel agents, suppliers, and dedicated staff for your support over the years. We are truly sorry we can no longer continue.”
An ABTA (Association of British Travel Agents) spokesman said: “ All future bookings are cancelled but customers can rest assured that they will be receiving a refund of the money which they have paid for their trips. Customers should go to www.abta.com to register a claim. ABTA staff are also available to provide further assistance if required.”