Trade Thoughts on NCL’s New Norwegian Aqua
In part two of ITTN’s exclusive series onboard NCL’s Norwegian Aqua, Shane Cullen interviews Aaron Fletcher (Business Development Manager – Northern Ireland & Republic of Ireland) and Gary Anslow (Senior Director of Sales – UK & Ireland).
Find out how the Irish travel trade got...
Virgin Australia and Boeing Report on Challenges and Opportunities of Book & Claim System for SAF Accounting
Virgin Australia and Boeing have today released a report by Pollination on the challenges and opportunities of an International Book and Claim system for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) accounting.
The report, completed by independent advisory firm, Pollination and unveiled at an industry event in partnership...
DTH Travel Unveils New Approach to Seat in Coach Tours
Asia specialist DMC, DTH Travel, has launched a new approach to Seat in Coach (SIC) tours with 14 immersive and authentic products across 8 destinations, offering an affordable and exciting way for agents to sell lesser known Asia.
The tours, bookable through the trade, are...
Daa Announces Elevate ’25 School Support Programme as Part of Dublin Airport’s 85th Anniversary Celebrations
Daa, the operator of Dublin Airport, has announced the launch of its Elevate ’25 School Support Programme, a one-off initiative as part of Dublin Airport’s 85th anniversary year celebrations aimed at enhancing the educational environment for local primary and secondary schools.
With a significant...
ITTN Onboard Fred. Olsen Balmoral at CLIA Conference 2025
ITTN's Shane Cullen attended the 17th annual CLIA Conference. Attendees were afforded the opportunity of exploring a selection of the cruise ships in Southampton. Geoff Ridgeton (Head of Sales - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines) hosted guests, including ITTN's Shane Cullen, onboard the Balmoral, one...
Air France Confirms Expansion of Cork-Paris Charles de Gaulle to Year-Round Service
Air France has confirmed that it will operate its popular Cork – Paris Charles de Gaulle service on a year-round basis from October 26.
The French flag-carrier will provide a direct service between Ireland’s fastest-growing airport and its major hub up to four times a...
IHF Joins with Hotels Across Europe to Support Landmark Collective Legal Action Against Booking.com
The Irish Hotels Federation (IHF) has officially joined with hotels across Europe to support a landmark collective legal action against Booking.com.
Hotels are seeking substantial financial compensation for damages resulting from inflated commission rates charged by the accommodation booking platform. This action follows a...
MSC Cruises Brings ‘MSC Yacht Club’ to MSC Magnifica as Part of Swathe of Enhancements
MSC Cruises is bringing its award-winning luxury all-inclusive cruising concept, the MSC Yacht Club, to MSC Magnifica as part of significant enhancements being made to the ship that will also see the introduction of new MSC Aurea Spa and MSC Gym Powered by Technogym®.
Later this year, MSC...
TUI Care Foundation Announces 2 New Programmes for Marine May Initiative
TUI Care Foundation has announced further programmes to its Marine May events, emphasising the importance of marine conservation.
TUI Sea the Change Aruba has partnered with ScubbleBubbles Foundation to restore 6,000 square metre of coral reefs and raise awareness about marine conservation to 35,000 tourists...
CLIA Hosts Cruise Suppliers & Media to Outline New Irish Passenger & Booking Trends
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) hosted ocean and river cruise suppliers; as well as industry and media figures in Dublin’s Lennan's Yard venue, on Dawson Street, last night; where ITTN's Sharon Jordan was onsite to talk with Andy Harmer, CLIA UK and Ireland Managing...
Marella Cruises Announces New Mediterranean Cruises for Winter 2026
Marella Cruises, TUI’s UK cruise line, has announced new cruises for winter 2026 featuring some first-time visits and long-awaited return ports of call including La Goulette (for Tunis), Tunisia; Vigo (for Santiago de Compostela), Spain; Lexios (for Porto), Portugal and Tangier, Morocco.
All winter...
Viking Cruises ‘Floats Out’ Newest Nile-Based Ship, ‘Viking Thoth’
River cruise operator Viking Cruises has “floated out” its newest shop for Egypt’s iconic River Nile.
The 82-guest Viking Thoth has touched water for the first time, marking a major construction milestone.
The new ship is set for delivery in October and will join Viking’s growing...
My Booking Rewards Unveils ‘My Oceania Rewards’ to Drive Pacific Ocean Sales in UK & Ireland
Global agent rewards and incentives platform, My Booking Rewards (MBR) has unveiled My Oceania Rewards, a specialist programme aiming to drive growth within the Pacific Ocean region.
Designed to heighten awareness of this area of the world, which includes Australia and New Zealand, Polynesia,...
Ryanair Urges Taoiseach to Scrap Dublin Passenger Cap By Dáil Summer Recess
Ryanair has called on Taoiseach Micheál Martin to pass legislation to scrap the Dublin Airport passenger cap before the Dáil breaks for its Summer Recess on 17 July.
Ryanair and other airlines successfully secured a legal injunction to lift this Dublin Airport traffic cap for Summer and Winter...
Tropical Sky Extends Worldwide Sale to Holidays Booked Before June 2
Luxury holiday operator Tropical Sky has extended its worldwide sale.
Originally launched as part of the kick-off for its 20th Anniversary, Tropical Sky's biggest ever sale is now offering customers up to an extra €400 off holidays for holidays booked before 2 June 2025.
The sale...
AirHelp Launches Industry-First Flight and Claim Tracker
AirHelp - the leading travel tech company supporting passengers with flight disruptions - has launched its new AirHelp Flight and Claim Tracker.
As the first unlimited, free flight-tracking app on the market, the platform serves as an essential travel companion for passengers navigating an...
ITTN’s Shane Cullen gets the Scoop from Aaron Fletcher & Gary Anslow onboard NCL’s New Aqua
In the first part of ITTN's exclusive series onboard NCL's Aqua, Shane Cullen interviews Aaron Fletcher (Business Development Manager - Northern Ireland & Republic of Ireland) and Gary Anslow (Senior Director of Sales - UK & Ireland).
Get a bite-sized insight into the travel industry's...
A Wicked Time at the CLIA Conference 2025 with Andy Harmer & the Cruise Industry
ITTN's Shane Cullen was hosted at the CLIA Conference 2025 with the opening ceremony in Southampton. This is the 17th annual CLIA Conference with a tag line of “Beyond Expectations”. Andy Harmer (Managing Director of CLIA UK & Ireland) addressed the audience, highlighting that...
Discover New England & Partners Host Irish Media & Trade to Outline What’s Hot Over the Coming Seasons
Discover New England hosted media and trade to a family-style lunch in Dublin’s Little Lemon Restaurant, this week, and ITTN’S Sharon Jordan got the lowdown from Discover New England’s partners of Connecticut Tourism Office, Discover Quincy, Visit New Hampshire, Maine, The Newport Mansions and DATTCO who outlined what’s...
Brazil Set for Record Year of Tourism Growth, WTTC Research Indicates
Brazil is set to see a record year of inbound travel this year, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC).
The Council’s latest research on South America’s largest country projects inbound tourism contributing nearly $168bn to its economy this year, roughly 8% of...
