Geoff Percival

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Geoff has worked in business, news, consumer and travel journalism for more than 25 years; having worked for and contributed to the likes of The Irish Examiner, Business & Finance, Business Plus, The Sunday Times, The Irish News, Senior Times, and The Sunday Tribune.

Loganair Signs Interline/Connectivity Agreement with Aer Lingus

British regional carrier Loganair has increased its global connectivity options for its passengers through a new interline agreement with Aer Lingus. The partnership will offer...

Dublin Airport Improves Food and Beverage Offering for Passengers

Dublin Airport has commenced the rollout of a number of new additions to its food and beverage options for passengers as the busy summer...

Spanish Tourism Office Returning to Taste of Dublin with Saborea Espana

The Spanish Tourism Office and Saborea España have partnered up once again to participate in Taste of Dublin 2023 with their feature stand named...

SAS Upbeat Over Summer Prospects Despite Lingering Losses

Despite still being loss-making and in bankruptcy protection, SAS Scandinavian Airlines is upbeat about its summer season performance. The airline - the flag carrier...

SeaWorld San Diego’s Arctic Rescue Coaster to Open this Weekend

SeaWorld San Diego’s new Arctic Rescue - billed as the longest and fastest straddle coaster on the West Coast of the US - will...

Pace of Decline in Global Air Cargo Demand Slows Down

Global air cargo demand continued to decline in April, but at a slower pace, according to new figures from aviation industry group the International...

Expressway Hoping for Surge in Passengers on Dublin Airport Routes as Car Parks Sold Out

Bus Éireann’s Expressway coach service has launched a campaign in a bid to entice holidaymakers to choose it as their means of accessing Dublin...

Irish Ferries’ Oscar Wilde Ship Officially Launches as Largest and Fastest Ferry on the Irish Sea

Irish Ferries’ newest ship – the Oscar Wilde – has officially launched, servicing the Rosslare-Pembroke route. The new ship – which will be the largest...

Carnival Appoints Paul Ludlow as President of Carnival UK Arm

Cruise giant Carnival has appointed Paul Ludlow as president of its Carnival UK arm, succeeding Sture Myrmell who is leaving the company. Mr Ludlow currently...

Ryanair Delivers 1.1 Million Signature ‘Keep EU Skies Open’ Petition to EU

Ryanair has formally delivered its ‘Protect Overflights: Keep EU Skies Open’ petition to EU Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen’s office, having collected more...

Air New Zealand Named Airline of the Year

Air New Zealand has been named 2023 Airline of the Year by the internationally renowned AirlineRatings.com and has also received the award for this...

Healthy Airlines: Turkey’s Pegasus Airlines Gets Credit Rating Upgrade

Turkish low fares airline Pegasus Airlines has had its long-term credit rating upgraded by global ratings agencies Fitch and S&P. The moves by two of...

Celebrity Cruises Hosts its Biggest Ever Seminar at Sea for Agents

Earlier this month, the world of Celebrity Cruises came alive for 85 agents from over 24 travel agencies across the UK and Ireland, as...

Travelodge PLUS Arrives in Dublin

Travelodge has opened its first Travelodge PLUS hotel in Ireland. Located in Dublin city centre – on the corner of Moss Street and Townsend Street,...

Loganair Schedules 3rd Service Between Donegal and Glasgow

Loganair, the UK's largest regional airline, has scheduled a third service between Glasgow and Donegal this summer, operating from July to October. The airline announced...

Tourism Ireland Names Alice Mansergh as New Full-Time CEO

Tourism Ireland has named Alice Mansergh as its next chief executive. Ms Mansergh has been appointed chief executive designate. She will, ultimately, succeed Niall Gibbons...

Around 425,000 Passengers Expected Through Dublin Airport Over Busy June Bank Holiday Weekend

Around 425,000 passengers will travel through Dublin Airport over the coming June bank holiday weekend, according to the airport's operator daa. The four day period...

Passenger Chaos Ahead as London’s Heathrow Airport Braced for Further Summer Strikes

Passengers are likely to see further disruption while travelling into London this summer, with strike action at Heathrow Airport set to escalate, according to...

Amazon-Focused Aqua Expeditions Appoints Regional Sales Manager to Boost Sales in Ireland and UK

Aqua Expeditions – the luxury cruise line provider focused on premier destinations like the Mekong River and the Amazon – has appointed Maximiliano (Max)...

Ticket Sales Open for ITIC September Conference in Athlone

Ticket sales are now open for the September 18th Conference organised by the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation (ITIC) proudly sponsored by Fáilte Ireland in...

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