‘Glas Vegas’ on St Patrick’s Day!
In a major coup for Irish tourism, an ancient wonder of the world – the Pyramids of Giza – and a modern wonder of the world – the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro in Brazil – are set to go green...
World Travel Market Launches WTM Buyers’ Club
World Travel Market has renamed WTM Meridian Club as WTM Buyers’ Club to help further establish WTM as the event at which to conduct and conclude business deals. It also creates consistency with fellow Reed Travel Exhibition’s events, including Arabian Travel Market, which operates...
SAA Again Awarded 4-Star Airline Status by Skytrax
South African Airways has been awarded
the 4-Star Airline ranking for 2013 by Skytrax, the independent global
airline rating organisation, for the 11th year in a row.
The 4-Star Airline
ranking recognises continued quality improvement in South African Airways
’ onboard product and service, together with...
SAS Launches ‘SAS Credits’
Scandinavian Airlines has just launched ‘SAS Credits’, a new company loyalty programme that helps businesses cut their corporate travel costs for both flights and hotel stays. With SAS Credits, companies can earn and get back up to 6%* of their ticket price every time they...
Emirates and Qantas Unveil Frequent Flyer Benefits
Emirates and Qantas have unveiled details of benefits that will be available to frequent flyers through their proposed partnership.
Some of the key benefits that Emirates Skywards and Qantas Frequent Flyer members will be able to access for travel from 31st March 2013 are:
Earn Qantas...
Expedia TAAP Appoints ATTS in Ireland
The Expedia Travel Agencies Affiliate Programme has announced the appointment of ATTS Travel Representation Solutions as the local business development partner in Ireland starting on 11th February 2013.
After the success of the Expedia TAAP worldwide, Expedia launched the programme in Ireland early in 2012....
Stena Line ‘Amazing Spring Sale’
As part of its ‘Amazing Spring Sale’, Stena Line has lowered its prices so that passengers can get the ferry company’s lowest fares every day – and save up to 20% on ex-Ireland routes until 30th June 2013 if they book by 28th February.
They...
Crystal Al Fresco Announces Free Extras
Crystal Al Fresco has just released details of free extras that are now available when booking selected holiday mobiles. These free extras are available on all dates and include free air conditioning and a free equipment damage waiver.
Linen is also free of charge,...
Aer Lingus Responds to Ryanair’s Statement Regarding EU Prohibition
Aer Lingus has noted Ryanair’s announcement earlier today that it has been notified by the European Commission that the EC intends to prohibit Ryanair’s offer for Aer Lingus.
In a statement, the airline said: “Aer Lingus has not received any notification from the EC of...
Amazing Thailand Roadshow Coming to Dublin
The Tourism Authority of Thailand is bringing 30 Thai hoteliers to meet with the Irish travel trade and travel media on Monday 11th March 2013 at the Westbury Hotel in Dublin.
Nearly 60,000 Irish tourists visited Thailand in 2012 and TAT is inviting ‘Amazing Product Managers’ and...
SAS Spring Seat Sale
Scandinavian Airlines has just released details of its spring sale and there are great savings to be made on seats to Scandinavia.
The Scandinavian cities of Copenhagen, Stockholm and Oslo offer ideal surroundings for a break away.
Your clients can dine in one of Copenhagen’s...
Heathrow Announces £3bn Extra Investment
London Heathrow Airport today announced £3 billion of new private-sector investment in addition to the £11 billion that has been invested since 2003. The airport has applied to the UK Civil Aviation Authority to increase the airport tariff gradually from £19.33 per passenger in...
El Al Offers Spring Discounts
For 12 days only, starting on Valentine’s Day, 14th February, El Al Israel Airlines is to introduce an offer to make you go ‘WOW’.
This special spring sale will be from £299 from London Luton. The WOW selling price from London Heathrow will be from...
Six New Jobs at Blue Insurances
Blue Insurances has announced the creation of up to six new positions in their Dublin-based office – along with a record 20% jump in turnover for 2012 compared with 2011.
The turnover of the company has jumped from just over €15 million to just under...
Etihad Announces Competition Winners
The Etihad Airways team is delighted with the huge numbers that responded to last week’s competition.
The winners are as follows:
€400 voucher: Sharon Caldwell, Selective Travel Management
€500 voucher: Emily Harris, USIT
Two tickets for the GAA Hurling All Ireland Senior Final: Monica O’Callaghan, Heffernan’s Travel, Cork
Family...
Extra 10kg Baggage Allowance on Malaysia Airlines
From 14th February 2013, passengers flying Malaysia Airlines will enjoy an additional 10kg free baggage allowance in every class. Economy Class passengers will receive 30kg standard baggage allowance, Business Class guests will be entitled to 40kg and those in First Class will have 50kg....
Feel the Love with BookaBed
Bookabed is sharing the love this week! To help celebrate Valentine’s Day, this Thursday 14th February, the BookaBed team is giving you the chance to win a €50 voucher every day this week.
Simply make any booking on the BookaBed website and you will automatically...
New Investment Vehicle to Invest €20m into Irish Hotels
Four-star hotels in Ireland will receive investment of up to €20 million in 2013 from new hospitality investment vehicle iNua Hospitality, enabling investors to access the return to profitability.
Speaking at the launch of iNua Hospitality in Cork recently, Dr Alan Ahearne, NUIG economist and...
American and US Airways May Announce a Merger This Week
After months of negotiations, American Airlines and US Airways may announce a merger later this week. The combined airline would overtake in size United Airlines and Delta Air Lines, both of which have grown through mergers of their own in recent years.
American, which has...
Top TV Designer Celia Sawyer to Personalise Planes
The Bournemouth International Airport-based distributor for the Swiss manufactured Pilatus PC-12 executive aircraft has arranged for top designer and star of Channel 4’s Four Rooms, Celia Sawyer, to provide an exclusive interior design service for would-be owners of new or pre-owned aircraft.
The UK Pilatus...
