IHG Hotels & Resorts marks 50 years in Saudi Arabia and opens a new chapter of inspired hospitality
IHG Hotels & Resorts has marked 50 years of operations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, celebrating a journey that began with the opening of InterContinental Riyadh in 1975 and has grown into one of the most significant footprints for the Group globally. The...
Emirates’ A350 to be Deployed to Montréal Offering Latest Travel Experiences to Customers
The Emirates A350 aircraft will make its debut in Canada on 1 February 2026* and serve the Montréal-Dubai route. The A350 aircraft will replace the current Boeing 777 aircraft operating the daily service and its deployment marks the introduction of Emirates’ latest cabin class,...
Solos Reveal the Top Solo Travel Trends for 2026
Solo travel has evolved from a niche pursuit to one of the defining ways to explore the world. As we look ahead to 2026, Solos, one of the UK’s solo group travel specialists, reveals a new era of solo exploration led by confidence, curiosity,...
Ryanair Releases Record S26 Schedule at Bratislava
Ryanair unveiled a record-breaking Summer 2026 schedule at Bratislava, delivering 3 based aircraft (1 new), a $300m invest, 10 new routes and 70% traffic growth to 2m passengers per annum.
Ryanair’s record Bratislava S26 schedule will offer 33 routes, including 10 exciting new routes to...
EasyJet ‘On Track’ to Meet Medium-Term Climate Action Targets
EasyJet has said it remains “on track” to meet its interim carbon target of 35% intensity reduction by 2035.
"We remain focused on the three-pronged approach to our net zero roadmap; reduce, replace and remove," the UK low fares airline said as part of its...
Uniworld Names Sustainability Officer Julie Higgins Godmother of Newest Super Ship, the ‘S.S. Emilie’
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has named Julie Higgins, the brand’s Sustainability Officer, as Godmother of its newest Super Ship, the S.S. Emilie.
Inspired by Austrian painter Gustav Klimt and named after his life partner, Emilie Flöge, the ship is an all-new build set to debut...
MMGY Global Lands 5-Year Illinois Tourism UK, Ireland & International PR Contract
MMGY Global has been selected as the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, Office of Tourism’s worldwide public relations, social media and trade representation partner for a five-year contract.
Under the agreement, MMGY Global will work to elevate Illinois' profile as a premier...
Daa Unveils Successful Schools & Projects in its Elevate ’25 Sustainable Funding Programme
The operator of Dublin Airport, daa has announced the successful schools and projects awarded funding under its Elevate ’25 schools programme at a special event hosted at the Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport.
This one-off initiative, marking Dublin Airport’s 85th anniversary, is designed to support...
Isle of Man Steam Packet Company Makes Significant 2-Year Commitment to Growing Ireland Routes
The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company has announced a major investment in services to Ireland in a bid to significantly enhance business to and from here over the next two years.
The plan is part of the company’s launch of a new three-ship timetable...
Cork Airport Enhances Connectivity via Major Schedule Increases with Leading Airlines
Long-haul travel and global connectivity for passengers across the south of Ireland is set to receive a significant boost next summer as Cork Airport today announced some major schedule increases with some of the world’s most recognised airlines.
The schedule improvements will provide passengers...
Travel Partners Group (TPG) Unveils Key Member Dates for 2026
The Travel Partners Group (TPG) has unveiled initial roadshow and day-trip dates for 2026.
Here are the details from the TPG team:
As 2025 winds down, the Travel Partners Group are already gearing up for a year that promises to be bigger, better, funnier, classier – and...
Travelmarvel Moments Final Winners Announced
The final winners in the Travelmarvel Moments of the Year campaign have been chosen and what a way to wrap up the campaign!
Congratulations to Freda Lane from Ace Travel for her Canadian snowman and to Louise Cronin for her thirsty kangaroo!
Both are invited to join...
ITTN’s Sophie Power Explores Morocco on a FAM Trip Across Agadir, Essaouira & Marrakech
ITTN’s Sophie Power joined a curated FAM trip - with the Moroccan National Tourist Office - showcasing some of Morocco’s most captivating destinations.
Over six immersive days, the group journeyed from Agadir’s sun-drenched coastline to the bohemian, windswept charm of Essaouira, before diving into the...
Viking Cruises Named Best Luxury Line, Best Line for Couples & Best Line in the Mediterranean
Viking Cruises has, for the fifth consecutive year, been named the Best Luxury Line, Best Line for Couples and Best Line in the Mediterranean by U.S. News & World Report in the publication’s 2026 Best Cruise Line rankings.
Viking also earned Best Cruise Line for Dining...
An EPIC Experience at Santa in the Sky at the Epic Museum in Dublin
While selection boxes have adorned supermarket shelves since September, the festive season is finally in full swing. To mark the occasion, I brought the family to Santa in the Sky at Epic. This is within the Epic Museum at CHQ in the IFSC, Dublin...
Costa Cruises Unveils Asia 2026 Itineraries; Featuring Japan, South Korea & China
Costa Cruises has unveiled details of two wide-reaching Asia 2026 cruise itineraries - taking in Japan, South Korea, China and beyond.
After announcing iconic destinations between November 2025 and early 2026, Costa Cruises expands its portfolio with these two new 11-day itineraries aboard Costa Serena, reaffirming its role as a...
ITTN Awards 2025 Sponsor Spotlight: Irish Ferries Joins as Lead Sponsor
ITTN is delighted to have Irish Ferries join as a lead sponsor for the Irish Travel Trade Awards 2025. The Awards take place the 28th November 2025.
Marie McCarthy, Passenger Sales Manager UK & Ireland at Irish Ferries, commented, “We are delighted to be invited to...
EasyJet Profits and Passenger Numbers Surge in Latest Financial Year
UK low fares carrier EasyJet has posted a pre-tax profit of £665m for its latest financial year – the 12 months to the end of September.
That figure marks a 9% increase on the previous year’s profit and was ahead of expectations.
The profit was structured...
Etihad Sees Near 20% Passenger Growth in Year to Date
Etihad Airways carried 2 million passengers in October, a 28% increase compared with the same month last year.
Year-to-date, Etihad has now carried 18.1 million passengers, representing 19% growth over the first ten months of 2024. The Abu Dhabi-based airline maintained an 88% passenger load...
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