Hawai‘i Tourism Europe (HTE) has launched a new campaign, The People. The Place. The Hawaiian Islands., designed to inspire, educate, and engage travellers through the power of mindfulness and storytelling. In partnership with mindfulness brands Headspace and Happier, and featuring advertising across Calm’s content on Spotify, the...

The Irish Tourism Industry Confederation (ITIC) has urged the Government to urgently implement the tourism-related measures laid out in the Programme for Government – including a return to a 9% VAT rate and PRSI tax reform – in the wake of the global economic...

Next up in ITTN’s TTC Touring Week is Costsaver! In this short presentation, Brian Hynes speaks about the wonderful Costsaver brand, it’s top selling trips, customer demographics and inclusions on a Costsaver itinerary. https://youtu.be/UeHw8AJl6FE Unlike Contiki, which we looked at yesterday, Costsaver is a brand with...

The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day administration and developing database leads for travel2ireland, Travel Times, ITTN and our travel awards business.  Key Responsibilities: ·                Managing day-to-day scheduling of meetings and events of management Managing data in spreadsheets and reports Communicating with clients on campaign updates by liasing...

The adventure of a lifetime is waiting—but not for long! The 2025 Travelmarvel Cruise Sale is your chance to enjoy up to 50% off selected Travelmarvel cruises. Explore iconic rivers and coastlines while enjoying world-class service and the freedom to travel at your own...

Universal Studios has confirmed Bedford - north of London and close to London-Luton Airport - as the long-anticipated UK destination for what will be its first European-based theme park. Universal - and its parent, US multimedia giant Comcast - have struck a deal with the...

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has celebrated the arrival of the all-new Norwegian Aqua to the US for an exclusive preview in New York City before she returns in August 2025 for a series of voyages to Bermuda. Norwegian Aqua, earlier this week, welcomed over 2,000...

Carnival Cruise Line has outlined its strategic plans for the next five years with the introduction of its "Innovation Itinerary," focused on three pillars: sailing the most fun fleet at sea; creating compelling experiences and destinations; and building more Carnival loyalists. The line's President Christine...

Cork Airport is progressing plans for solar power onsite, the airport's operator, daa, has confirmed. Cork has applied for planning permission for an elevated solar farm over the existing ‘Holiday Blue’ surface carpark. Once approved, it is intended that this 1.8MWp solar farm will deliver...

Etihad Airways has added Peshawar, in Pakistan, to its ever-growing global route network. The new route - starting from September 29 - will connect Zayed International Airport, Abu Dhabi with Bacha Khan International Airport in Peshawar, offering seamless connections to Etihad’s growing list of dots...

Aer Lingus’ new flight to Nashville will take to the skies this Saturday - April 12 - as new research from the airline shows a surge in the appeal of country music culture across all generations. A survey of more than 1,000 adults in Ireland shows...

Malta has announced record tourist visitor numbers for the first two months of 2025, marking a 24.2% increase on the corresponding period last year. Latest figures from the Malta Tourism Authority (MTA) show that the Mediterranean island nation welcomed 210,305 inbound tourists over January and...

Polar cruise specialist Quark Expeditions has launched its Arctic Sweepstakes, a limited-time contest designed exclusively for travel advisors. This opportunity offers six lucky winners the chance to experience the wonders of the Arctic aboard the Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway expedition, taking place May 29 –...

Swan Hellenic has announced a time-limited AIR CREDIT PLUS offer for balcony staterooms. Passengers could now save up to £5,000 each on their choice of the remaining 34 Swan Hellenic cruises with availability in 2025. The choice is exceptionally wide, offering discovery in depth of the Arctic, Antarctica, Europe,...

In the first of ITTN's TTC Touring Week videos, Brian Hynes is joined by Donna Nelson, Area Sales Manager with TTC in the UK, to chat all things Contiki. Watch this short introduction to this youth brand where the pair dispel myths and tell...

Bath’s leading luxury hotel, the five-star, two Michelin-Key, The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa, today launches a new product house in The Spa & Bath House: GROUND Wellbeing.  The hotel will be the only destination in the South West of England to offer GROUND treatments. GROUND is an...

Yesterday, ITTN’s Carrie Day hosted the first ITTN Webinar of 2025, with Eurowings, Dusseldorf Airport & Visit Dusseldorf. With the latest announcement of Eurowings' daily direct flights between Dublin and Dusseldorf, from March to October, there is no better time to learn all about...

Visit Portugal is offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the brightest emerging talents in the Irish travel industry. Three lucky winners will receive an exclusive prize package, including flights, accommodation, and entry to the prestigious ITAA Conference 2025, taking place in Centro of Portugal, from...

Ryanair has added extra flights from Cork to Bergerac ahead of the highly anticipated European Rugby Champions Cup quarter final match between Munster and Union Bordeaux-Bègles taking place in the Stade Chaban-Delmas this coming Saturday, 12 April. Ryanair’s Director of Communications, Jade Kirwan said: “Ryanair has good news...

Azamara Cruises has announced a new initiative called Destination Immersion Elevated - which, the cruise company, says takes immersive travel to the next level. Launching this initiative brings each port to life like never before, with new programming surrounding destination expansion, authentic local cuisine,...