
Thomas Cook (historical company)
Thomas Cook was a pioneering British travel company founded in 1841, known for organizing package holidays and travel services. It helped popularize mass tourism by offering organized tours, flights, hotels, and travel arrangements globally. Over the years, it expanded into a major international travel operator. However, financial difficulties and changing travel habits led to its collapse in 2019. Its failure affected thousands of travelers and highlighted the challenges faced by traditional travel agencies in adapting to the digital and competitive market landscape.