In the 1800s, a man named Thomas Cook had a big idea. He wanted to make it easier and more affordable for people to travel to new places. He came up with the idea of a package holiday, where everything was included in one price, like transportation, accommodation, and food.
Cook started small by organising trips within his own country, like a train ride to a rally. It was so successful that he started offering trips to the seaside and other popular places. He made deals with transportation companies and hotels to keep costs down and made sure everything was taken care of so customers wouldn't have to worry about anything.
Cook's business grew and on this day 17th May 1861 he left with a group of people on a three-month-long trip that included stops in France, Switzerland, and Italy. The trip was a huge success, and Cook continued to offer international tours for the rest of his career.
Cook's company, called Thomas Cook & Son, became one of the biggest travel agencies in the world. His idea of a package holiday changed the way people travelled and paved the way for the modern travel industry. Today, package holidays are still a popular way for people to travel and explore new places.
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