Princess Cruises Brings Back Popular €1 Deposit Offer for 3-Day Period
Princess Cruises has announced it is bringing back its popular €1 per person deposit offer for three days only. The limited time offer will run from 6 – 8 May and is applicable to more than 1,000 select voyages across the Princess fleet available in 2025, 2026 and...
Etihad Celebrates 76% Surge in Abu Dhabi Stopover Programme Customers
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Etihad Airways have celebrated the remarkable success of the Abu Dhabi Stopover Programme at Arabian Travel Market 2025, with visitor numbers continuing to accelerate at an impressive pace.
The Stopover Programme has...
Formentera’s Hotel Riu La Mola Upgraded to 4-Star Superior & Joins Riu Palace Line
The Hotel Riu La Mola, in Formentera - the smallest of Spain's Balearic Islands, has reopened after undergoing a complete transformation to become part of the Riu Palace line, the Riu Hotels chain’s top-of-the-line option.
In addition, the hotel, which is a top selling property for TUI...
Türkiye’s Travel & Tourism Sector to Soar Over Next 10 Years, WTTC Claims
Türkiye’s Travel & Tourism sector is set to soar to new heights in 2025, according to latest data from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), cementing the country’s status as one of the world’s most popular and most resilient destinations.
With a projected ₺5.2TN...
Ryanair Posts 6% Passenger Growth – to 18.3 Million People – for April
Ryanair carried 18.3 million passengers in April, according to latest monthly operational data from the airline.
That passenger total was up by 6% on the 17.3 million passengers Ryanair carried across its extensive route network in the corresponding month last year.
In total, Ryanair operated more...
APT Travelmarvel Pt 2: Pre and Post Christening in Porto
On arrival in Porto, the group boarded the MS Estrela at the marina area of the city, which is close to the beach and approximately 5 minutes by taxi to downtown Porto (€6 in an UBER). I personally love this location as it gives...
TTR Portugal Roadshow Dazzles in the Heart of Waterford
The Travel Trade Representation Destination Roadshow in association with Visit Portugal - TTR Portugal Roadshow - took place last night in the stunning location of Waterford's Treasure Museum.The evening began with drinks and canapés in the beautiful 14th century wine vault that was used...
DAA Posts Strong Annual Performance Despite Headwinds; More than Doubles Yearly Dividend to State
Daa – the operator of Dublin and Cork airports – has reported a strong year’s performance for 2024; with net debt falling and revenue, profit and dividend payment to the State all rising.
The company generated revenues of €1.1bn last year; up 9% on the...
Marella Cruises Appoints Denise van Outen ‘Chief Chill-Out Officer’
Marella Cruises has appointed Denise van Outen as its new Chief Chill-out Officer.
As part of the role, the television and West End personality will guide holidaymakers towards achieving instant relaxation before they set sail.
Ms van Outen said: “I’m thrilled to be Marella Cruises’ first...
Visit Waterford Launches Tourism Campaign Marking 1111th Birthday
Visit Waterford has officially launched its ambitious 2025 tourism campaign, ‘Dig Into Waterford,’ inviting both domestic and international visitors to explore Ireland’s oldest city and its surrounding regions in a year of monumental celebration.
Marking Waterford’s 1111th birthday, the campaign promises a deep and engaging...
Oceania Cruises Announces Sweeping Revamp of Onboard Entertainment Programme
Oceania Cruises has announced a sweeping revamp of its onboard entertainment programme, rolling out across its fleet of eight small, luxurious ships. Many of the new experiences will debut with the launch of Oceania Allura in July 2025.
Among the highlights is the fleetwide debut of The...
Etihad Unveils Corporate Travel Programme Enhancing Business Travel Experience
Etihad Airways has launched a new corporate travel programme designed to enhance the business travel experience.
The announcement was made at the Arabian Travel Market 2025, marking a significant advancement in the airline's corporate travel offerings.
The programme introduces an innovative digital platform that simplifies corporate...
ITTN in Istanbul with GoTürkiye: Tradition, Taste and Final Impressions!
ITTN’s Julia Labedz concludes the Istanbul Art and Gastronomy press trip with GoTürkiye, rounding off the experience with a day that perfectly captured the city’s rhythm — part tradition, part surprise, and entirely one-of-a-kind. Attending were Siún Lennon (Business Post Ireland), Samantha Huff (Huff...
Aer Lingus Gears Up for Launch of Dublin-Indianapolis Route this Weekend
Aer Lingus is gearing up for the highly anticipated launch of its new direct route from Dublin to Indianapolis, bringing seamless transatlantic travel to the Midwest sporting hub.
Starting this weekend, May 3, the airline will operate four weekly flights connecting Ireland with Indianapolis and...
B2B Tour Operator Vista Launches New Dedicated Touring Team; Announces FAM Trips
B2B tour operator Vista - part of the Hays Travel Group - has launched a new dedicated Touring team, expanding its offer in the fast-growing escorted, independent, and small group touring market.
The move comes as Vista celebrates a record-breaking year following its...
Emirates & MSC Cruises Extend Long-Term Fly & Cruise Strategic Partnership
Emirates and MSC Cruises have extended their long-term strategic partnership aimed at enhancing the air-sea traveller experience, supporting Dubai’s cruise ambitions to become a major cruise hub, and exploring future opportunities for joint growth across the airline’s extensive network.
Announced at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM)...
Princess Cruises Unveils 2027 World Cruise Grand Circle Pacific Voyage
Princess Cruises has unveiled details of its 129-night 2027 World Cruise Grand Circle Pacific Voyage, the most destination-packed cruise offered by the cruise line.
Setting sail aboard Coral Princess in January 2027, this epic journey visits 61 destinations across 20 countries and three continents.
On...
Fexco’s PACE Aviation Sustainability Data Platform Expands Product Offering; Signs Christchurch Airport as First Customer
PACE, Irish payment and Fintech Fexco’s leading aviation sustainability data and analytics platform, has expanded its product offering with PACE Airports and is announcing Christchurch Airport as its first customer.
PACE has established itself as the market leader for aviation financiers and is trusted...
Pegasus Airlines Partners with Microsoft to Enhance Customer & Employee Satisfaction
Turkish low-cost carrier Pegasus Airlines has significantly enhanced customer and employee satisfaction through its collaboration with Microsoft, leveraging Azure AI Services.
Microsoft has praised the airline's AI transformation, calling it a "prime example" of how technology drives strategic value. The integration of AI-powered solutions doubled customer...
Etihad and China Eastern Airlines Launch Landmark Joint Venture
Etihad Airways and China Eastern Airlines have officially launched their landmark Joint Venture (JV) during a ceremony held at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai this week.
The launch follows the successful arrival of China Eastern’s inaugural MU237 flight from Shanghai to Abu Dhabi...
