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Discounted Travel, Hotel and Holiday Bookings for MU Members With utc.travel

Members can now access 12 months of discounted rates for travel, hotel and holiday bookings with private travel platform utc.travel.

Published: 01 July 2026 | 10:00 AM Updated: 01 July 2026 | 11:21 AM
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Whether you’re booking a train journey, an overnight hotel stay, a weekend break, a tour or a longer break, utc.travel gives you access to everything at discounted prices. Image credit: utc.travel.

The Musicians’ Union has partnered with utc.travel to trial a new member benefit with discounted travel, hotel and holiday bookings.

As it is a new offering this will be a trial benefit, giving members free access to utc.travel’s private travel club for 12 months.

By unlocking rates, typically reserved for the travel industry, members can access savings of up to 40% on hotels, UK stays, train travel, package holidays, flights, car hire, cruises, travel extras and more. The offer also includes exclusive perks and support from a UK-based membership services team.

This is regardless of the size of the booking – whether travelling across the UK for a short stay, booking train travel between cities, planning a family holiday, or organising a longer trip abroad.

Find out more about this new member-only benefit, how to book, and general FAQs.

Important notice: The Musicians’ Union is not liable for any theft, damage, financial losses, destruction, loss of property or injury sustained by its members using the services of a third-party provider as part of their membership benefits package.

Offering members a smarter, more affordable way to book travel

MU Head of Membership, Wasim Yunus says: “Our commitment to trying new and different member-only benefits continues with this offer.

“If MU members choose, they now have another way to book their holiday. More importantly, they can save money whilst doing so. If our members find this useful, the MU will consider extending the offer for a longer period.”

utc.travel Founder and Chairman, Stephen Knight, says: “We’re delighted to partner with the MU and give members access to a smarter, more affordable way to book travel. Whether it’s a quick train journey, a UK stay, or a holiday further afield, utc.travel helps members unlock better prices, more choice and exceptional service every time they travel.”

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