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ECTAA calls for reform of Package Travel Directive

The European Travel Agents' and Tour Operators' Association (ECTAA) has called for "better and coherent" legislation to effectively enforce the rights of travellers. In a...

Shannon Group launches World Kindness Day initiative at Shannon Airport

Shannon Group has announced an initiative which will launch on World Kindness Day to acknowledge its airport customers who have shown kindness in their...

IAG signs deal to buy sustainable aviation fuel for use by Aer Lingus and British Airways

IAG has signed a MoU agreement with Velocys, the sustainable fuels technology company, to acquire 220,000 tonnes of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) over ten...

Saudia partners with MSC Cruises for Saudi holidays

MSC Cruises and Saudi airline Saudia today (10 November) confirmed the details of an agreement for 36,800 seats from Europe and North America to...

15 European landmarks with the cheapest Airbnbs

A survey of over 45,000 Airbnb properties across Europe by Uswitch.com has revealed which European landmark has the cheapest Airbnb property within walking distance. The...

Emirates Group cuts net losses with 80% half-yearly increase in revenue

The Emirates Group today (10 November) announced its half-year results for its 2021-22 financial year. Group revenue was AED 24.7 billion (€5.8 billion) for the first six...

Princess Cruises announces 2024 World Cruise to 51 destinations

Princess Cruises has revealed details of its 2024 World Cruise, which opens for sale on Thursday November 11, 2021.  MedallionClass ship Island Princess – the...

WTTC launches groundbreaking Net Zero Roadmap for Travel & Tourism

As world leaders gather in Glasgow for COP26 to discuss concrete actions to solve the climate crises, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has...

United States looks to coax tourists back after long restrictions

The Biden administration said Monday it is awarding $314 million (€271m) in grants to 34 states and the District of Columbia to revitalise travel...

Qatar Airways to host Arab Air Carriers’ AGM

Qatar Airways will welcome industry leaders, international and regional aviation organisations, airline manufacturers and air transport executives from around the world as it hosts...

ITTN & Travel2ireland Awards: An important redesign

https://www.youtube.com/embed/OEXWYjOrMz8 For the attention of the Irish Travel Trade: Despite our very best efforts and keeping a hopeful eye on the ongoing catalogue of Covid-related restrictions,...

Supplier of the Week: Switzerland Tourism

Our Supplier of the Week is Switzerland Tourism, the official National Tourist Office of Switzerland. Switzerland Tourism has representations in 33 offices in 22...

Travelling to the U.S.? Here’s what you need to know

The U.S. is finally open to international visitors from today - for the first time since March 2020. However, U.S. authorities have established some...

What makes Alentejo in Portugal special? ITTN asked the expert

https://www.youtube.com/embed/3TMo4suqB88 At the recent ITAA conference in Évora, ITTN managing director Sharon Jordan was struck by how beautiful the region of Alentejo was. Ever curious,...

Tour America waves off first clients to America

Everyone at ITTN applauds - and is more than a little envious of - Laura and her family, who are Tour America's first clients...

Jetting off: 10,000 people to depart Dublin airport for US

More than 10,000 people are expected to fly from Dublin Airport to the United States this week as a year and a half of...

German tourism launches new interactive video campaign

The German National Tourist Office (GNTO) has launch a new interactive video campaign in the UK and Ireland. The GNTO has teamed up with Travelzoo...

Emirates to recruit for cadet training programme

The Emirates Flight Training Academy is inviting aspiring candidates - including both UAE nationals and international candidates - seeking a career in aviation to...

Aer Lingus flash sale to mark US reopening

Aer Lingus has marked the reopening of the United States to non-essential international travel with a 48-hour flash sale offering €100 off return flights...

Indulge in Malta’s cuisine and event scene this holiday season

A visit to Malta this holiday season is the ideal time to explore the Islands’ rich cultural offerings and magnificent cuisine. From Cirque du...

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