Thailand & Malaysian Airlines Launch White Lotus-Themed Competition for UK & Ireland Agents
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Malaysian Airlines have announced a special competition for UK & Ireland travel agents - offering a chance to win a holiday for two people - in celebration of series 3 of The White Lotus, which was filmed...
Silversea Unveils New Brand Positioning with ‘To Finding More’ Campaign
Silversea, Royal Caribbean Group’s luxury and expedition travel brand, has unveiled its new brand positioning, To Finding More.
Now live across the company’s channels and platforms, the reimagined brand expression establishes new codes of luxury.
Silversea said: “Prioritising emotion and authenticity, To Finding More positions Silversea guests as the creators...
Fáilte Ireland Announces Consultation on 5-year Tourism Development Plan for Inland Mayo Region
Fáilte Ireland is hosting a series of community meetings in the Inland Mayo Region from 3rd April to engage stakeholders and gather insights for the sustainable development of tourism as they begin work on a Destination and Experience Development Plan (DEDP) for the area.
Tourism...
Viking Cruises Takes Delivery of Latest European Longship; ‘Viking Nerthus’
Viking Cruises has taken delivery of its newest river ship, for Europe, the Viking Nerthus.
The ship was presented at Meyer’s Neptun Werft shipyard in Rockstock-Warnemuende, Germany. The 168-guest/84 stateroom Viking Nerthus joins the company’s growing fleet of state-of-the-art sister ships on the Seine River and will...
Wendy Wu Adds Free Second Destination to Every Tour
Wendy Wu Tours has just unveiled an unmissable travel offer, giving customers the chance to explore TWO incredible destinations for the price of one!
For a limited time, travellers booking any Wendy Wu tour can claim a FREE 2-night stopover in Hong Kong, Singapore, Dubai, or Abu Dhabi—complete with guided touring,...
Ryanair Emphasises Ireland’s Trade Partner Importance to US, with Ministerial Visit to Boeing Plant in Seattle
Ryanair has underlined Ireland's importance as a trade partner to the US by hosting Minister Patrick O’Donovan at the Boeing facility in Seattle earlier this week, where he witnessed first-hand a brand-new Ryanair aircraft coming off the assembly line.
As a result of Ryanair’s over...
Dromoland Castle Appoints Harry Glynn Head of MICE & Group Sales
Dromoland Castle has appointed Harry Glynn Resort Director of MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences & Exhibitions) and Group Sales.
Originally from Dublin, Mr Glynn brings extensive experience from the luxury events and incentives market gained from almost a decade spent working within the luxury hotel market, leading the development of proactive sales strategies with specific...
Click&Go Holidays Seeking New Sales Manager
Click&Go Holidays has announced it is seeking to employ a new sales manager. Below are the full details:
Job Description: Sales Manager
Reports to: Contact Centre Manager
Location: Company HQ. Full-time role. Ad-hoc Hybrid/WFH days on request
COMPANY BACKGROUND
Click&Go Holidays is a multi-award-winning online travel company based in...
Roscommon County Council visits Tourism Ireland in New York
Representatives of Roscommon County Council, who are in New York this week for the St Patrick’s Day period, met with senior executives from Tourism Ireland.
They were briefed on Tourism Ireland’s promotional programme in the United States for 2025, which is in full swing...
Fewer Crowds; Value for Money & the Start of Maple Season: Why Spring is the Best Time to Visit Canada
Spring is an ideal time to experience Canada.
Enjoy fewer crowds compared to the peak summer months and take advantage of the excellent value currently offered to Irish and British travellers. Discover the Great White North as it comes alive after winter with Air...
Irish Holidaymakers Reminded of Importance of Travel & Healthcare Insurance When Planning USA Trips This Year
People in Ireland planning trips to the US this year are being reminded of the importance of travel insurance, particularly when it comes to healthcare.
Ireland has the highest rate of travel to the US per person compared to other European countries.
Data released by...
Etihad & Ethiopian Airlines Form Joint Venture to Boost Africa, Middle East & Asia Connectivity
Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Airlines have joined forces in a landmark Joint Venture (JV) that will transform connectivity between Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.
Signed at Ethiopian Airlines' headquarters in Addis Ababa, this strategic partnership also includes a codeshare arrangement, unlocking greater travel...
Do Something Different, Aer Lingus & Universal Orlando Resort Host 30 Travel Counsellors
Last week, Do Something Different, Aer Lingus and Universal Orlando Resort hosted 30 Travel Counsellors from around the world at Universal Orlando Resort Florida. Each of the Travel Counsellors was a winner of the Travel Counsellors Global Booking Challenge which took place in January of this year....
ITAA Unveils Irish Travel Trade Show 2025 Details; Delta Air Lines to Launch New Route at Event
The Official Irish Travel Trade Shows - run by the Irish Travel Agents Association (ITAA) - are taking place on Tuesday 1st April in The Metropole Hotel, Cork and on Wednesday 2nd April in The InterContinental Hotel, Ballsbridge, Dublin.
Offering the opportunity for all licensed and bonded...
Air New Zealand & Air India Exploring Direct Flights Between India and New Zealand
Star Alliance Partners Air New Zealand and Air India have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the objective of boosting air connectivity between India and New Zealand.
The MoU was signed at an event in Mumbai in the presence of Honourable Prime Minister of New Zealand,...
Blue Diamond Resorts Expands Further in Caribbean, with New Royalton CHIC Resorts Property in Jamaica
Blue Diamond Resorts has expanded further in the Caribbean, with the opening of its newest Royalton CHIC property, which will debut in Jamaica in late 2026.
Following market success and strong performance of the current CHIC portfolio, this newest property addition will bring this...
Norse Atlantic Airways Announces Fort Lauderdale FAM Trip Incentive
Norse Atlantic Airways has announced a FAM trip incentive for operators and agents, partnering with Hablo on a trip to Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Below are the details from Norse:
NORSE ATLANTIC AIRWAYS FAM trip INCENTIVE opportunity partnering with HABLO and FORT LAUDERDALE
NORSE NET FARES are now available both seat only and Tour Operator,...
Carnival Corporation Expands Renewable Energy Portfolio with Solar Parks in Honduras and Mexico
Carnival Corporation has expanded its renewable energy portfolio with the launch of new solar parks at two of its port destinations: Mahogany Bay Cruise Center in Roatán, Honduras, and Puerta Maya in Cozumel, Mexico.
These solar installations mark a significant step forward in integrating renewable...
Hospitality & Accommodation Sector Took Biggest Dent as Covid Hit, CSO Report Shows
The hospitality/accommodation and food services sector saw the largest fall in employment numbers during the first wave of the Covid pandemic, according to latest research by the Central Statistics Office (CSO).
The CSO’s second of three reports measuring the impact of the pandemic on the...
Ian’s Story: 16 Years As Business Owner, With Flexibility, and Incredible Support
In this interview conducted by Travel Counsellors, Ian Walsh discusses his experience as a TC, so far.
Tell us a bit about your experience and background.I started out in travel 23 years ago and worked for a few different agencies early on, gaining a...
