Thomas Cook | |
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| Born | 22 November 1808 Melbourne, Derbyshire, England |
| Died | 18 July 1892 (aged 83) Knighton, Leicester, England |
| Occupation | Founder of Thomas Cook & Son |
| Organization | Thomas Cook & Son |
Thomas Cook (22 November 1808 – 18 July 1892) was an English businessman. He was best known for founding the travel agency Thomas Cook & Son. He was also one of the initial developers of the "package tour" including travel, accommodations, and the like.