Trailfinders has launched a recruitment drive for agents ahead of opening its 42nd branch in Tunbridge Wells, Kent.

The tailor-made specialist said it is continuing to “grow and invest in the high street” despite the “challenges the travel industry has faced the past two years”.

Sir Mike Gooley, founder and executive chairman, said: “We have always done the right thing by our clients, providing the highest level of service and refunding immediately when holidays were denied by covid. Our strong financial position has enabled us to successfully weather any storm and now we’re looking ahead to a very bright future.”

The chain said it is recruiting for travel consultants throughout the UK and Ireland.

Trailfinders employs more than 1,000 people and its headquarters are in Kensington.

It expanded to 41 branches last year, with the opening of agencies in York in August and Cheltenham in September.