Destination Cleveland Highlights Superman’s Local Roots to Coincide with New Movie
Destination Cleveland is hoping to get a tourism boost from it doubling up as Metropolis - the fictional home city of Superman, in the super hero's latest film outing, which is released in July.
The film showcases some of the city’s most iconic locations.
Directed by...
Government Updates Travel Advice For Greece Following Crete Earthquake
The Department of Foreign Affairs has issued updated travel advice regarding the Greek islands of Santorini, Amorgos, Anafi and Ios following earthquake activity in the region this week.
An undersea earthquake, with a 6.1 magnitude, struck close to Crete on Thursday morning and was felt...
Global International Visitor Spend to Smash All Previous Records This Year, WTTC Says
Global international visitor spending is set to break all previous records this year – reaching an unprecedented $2.1 trillion, some $164bn more than its previous 2019 peak – according to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC).The sector’s total global economic contribution is set...
Saudi Arabia Unveils Ambitious 50 Year Tourism Roadmap: ‘TOURISE’
Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Tourism, His Excellency Ahmed Al-Khateeb has officially launched TOURISE, the Kingdom's ambitious new global platform designed to shape a new horizon and plot a shared roadmap for the next 50 years of tourism.
TOURISE will convene a dynamic cross-section of public...
Brand USA Showcases America’s New Attractions, Developments and Milestones for 2025 & 2026
The US is always unveiling new experiences and destinations, and Brand USA is inviting visitors to explore them all. Looking ahead to 2025 and into early 2026, travellers can expect a wave of new additions, major milestones, and exciting developments across the country. With...
Atlantis Dubai Becomes Foodie Hub with Most Michelin-Starred Restaurants in the Middle East
During Dubai’s fourth edition of its Michelin Guide ceremony, four restaurants located at the region’s leading culinary destination, Atlantis Dubai, collectively earned six stars – making Atlantis Dubai home to more Michelin-starred restaurants than any other destination in the Middle East.
FZN by Björn Frantzén,...
Wizz Air Launches Net Zero Roadmap Focusing on Flights, Fuel & Footprint
Wizz Air - the Hungarian-based European low fares airline - launched its comprehensive net zero roadmap – Flying Towards Net Zero.
The roadmap offers a realistic path focused on the three F’s – flights (30% emissions reductions from new aircraft technology and fleet renewal), fuel...
JetBlue Expands Transatlantic Services with New Edinburgh & Madrid Routes Out of Boston
US airline JetBlue has expanded its transatlantic services with the launch of two new European routes out of Boston – to Madrid and Edinburgh.
The new routes will run through to October 25. In addition, JetBlue’s seasonal route between Boston and London Gatwick has also...
Cunard to Showcase Untold Guest Stories over 185 Years at ‘Sea of Glamour’ Exhibition in Liverpool
On May 27, the world's most iconic luxury cruise line will showcase untold stories from guests around the world as part of its exciting new Sea of Glamour exhibition celebrating 185 years of Cunard.
Curated by celebrated British photographer and filmmaker Mary McCartney, the exhibition features 185...
WTTC Teams Up With Greenview to Launch Global Tourism ESG Policy Tracker
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Greenview have launched a Global ESG Policy Tracker that enables Travel & Tourism businesses to stay ahead of rapidly evolving ESG-related regulation and policy around the world.
Developed in collaboration with Greenview, a global leader in sustainability and ESG...
Tourism Ireland Leads Sales Blitz to China and South Korea
Tourism Ireland - together with a delegation of eight tourism companies from Ireland - is undertaking a sales blitz to Asia this month.
The eight-day sales blitz is visiting Beijing and Shanghai in China and Seoul in South Korea.
The schedule includes five B2B events...
Planeterra and EasyJet Holidays Sign 3-Year Responsible Tourism Partnership
Sustainable tourism non-profit organisation, Planeterra has announced a 3-year partnership with EasyJet Holidays aimed at supporting local communities and ecosystems through responsible tourism.
The partnership was announced to coincide with International Day for Biological Diversity.
According to the two parties, this collaboration marks a major step...
Princess Cruises Launches 2026-27 South America & Antarctica Season
Princess Cruises has unveiled its new 2026-27 South America and Antarctica season, now open for sale, offering guests epic landscapes and extraordinary adventures—from the birthplace of the tango to the home of playful penguins.
New for the 2026-27 season, the 3,560-guest Majestic Princess makes her...
TIPTO Marks RateHawk Online Training Module Launch with Competition for UK & Ireland Agents
TIPTO - the tour operator support group active in the UK and Ireland - has celebrated the launch of RateHawk’s first online training module by offering all UK & Irish agents and homeworkers the opportunity to join one of its VIP Race Days in...
CLIA UK & Ireland Unveils Host of Agent-Friendly Updates at Annual Conference
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has made a number of agent-friendly announcements and updates at its annual conference in Southampton.
Over 850 delegates from across the trade heard from Andy Harmer, managing director UK & Ireland, who confirmed:
* There has been a...
French Travel Agents Sample Ireland’s Luxury Tourism Offering
Five luxury travel agents from France are exploring Ireland this week, as guests of Tourism Ireland and Fáilte Ireland. Their programme was designed in partnership with Abbey Group.
The aim of the visit is to familiarise the travel agents with our superb luxury tourism offering,...
WestJet Commences Long-Anticipated Dublin-St John’s/Newfoundland Direct Route
Canadian airline WestJet has officially commenced its new non-stop service between Dublin Airport and St. John’s for Summer 2025, re-establishing a direct connection between Newfoundland and Ireland.
This long-anticipated route offers travellers a seamless gateway from Ireland to Newfoundland, Labrador and Canada's east coast. The...
WTTC Announces Manfredi Lefebvre as next Chairperson
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has announced Manfredi Lefebvre its Chair Elect.
Mr Lefebvre is chairman of Heritage Group and co-chair of luxury travel company Abercrombie and Kent.
Mr Lefebvre will take over the position in September, during the global tourism body’s 25th Global...
Supplier Spotlight: Sail into Savings with Riviera Travel
Explore Riviera Travel’s incredible river cruise offers now before they sail away! As always, your customers can expect unbeatable value including luxury accommodation, full-board dining, a free drinks package, flights from Dublin Airport, transfers, services of a wonderful Riviera Cruise Director and Concierge, and...
Travelodge Confident of Growth Despite Challenging Start to the Year
Budget hotel chain Travelodge -which is active across Ireland, the UK and Spain – has said it is confident of future growth despite a challenging first quarter to this year.
The UK chain’s first quarter results show a revenue of £198.4m, which was down from...
