St Pete-Clearwater Added to Expanded Michelin Guide to Florida
The MICHELIN Guide is to expand its selection in Florida with three new destinations being added in 2025, including St. Pete-Clearwater.
The inclusion of St. Pete-Clearwater as a destination partner of the MICHELIN Guide Florida 2025 provides another level of attention to the destination –...
WTTC Unveils Brazilian Tourist Board/EMBRATUR as Destination Partner
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has announced the integration of the Brazilian Tourist Board (EMBRATUR) as its newest Destination Partner.
As a WTTC Destination Partner, EMBRATUR will participate in high-level forums featuring CEOs and executives from around 200 of the most influential companies and...
Fáilte Ireland Unveils Sustainable Tourism Development Plans for 2025
Fáilte Ireland has unveiled ambitious plans to drive sustainable tourism development across Ireland at its annual industry briefing.
The National Tourism Development Authority unveiled its 2025 plans at a special virtual event for the tourism industry. The event was opened by newly appointed Minister...
Celebrity Cruises Unveils New Passenger Experience ‘The Bazaar’
Celebrity Cruises has launched a new “transformational experience” – The Bazaar – which is set to debut on the cruise line’s Celebrity Xcel ship.
Each day, the three-storey space will transform, introducing new ways for guests to immerse themselves in the destinations throughout their sailing....
Ryanair Passenger Growth Hampered by Boeing Delivery Delays
Ryanair carried 12.4 million passengers across its extensive route network in January, latest monthly traffic figures for the airline show.
That number marked a 2% year-on-year increase, although the growth was hampered by the delay in new Boeing plane deliveries to the company.
Load factor, for...
Turkish Airlines Opens its Largest Lounge Outside of Istanbul, at Tokyo’s Narita International Airport
Turkish Airlines has opened its largest overseas lounge at Narita International Airport in Tokyo.
It marks Turkish Airlines' 7th lounge outside of Türkiye means that the airline, which flies to more countries than any other carrier, is providing its world-renowned hospitality and service excellence...
Hastings Hotels Scoops Hat-Trick for its Belfast Properties at CIE Tours International Awards of Excellence
Hastings Hotels scored a hat trick at the CIE Tours International Awards of Excellence, held in Christchurch Cathedral in Dublin last week.
The Culloden Estate & Spa, along with the Grand Central Hotel and Europa Hotel, each picked up a Merit Award, based on post-stay...
Supplier Spotlight: Ras Al Khaimah Is Waiting To Be Discovered
Nestled in the northernmost part of the United Arab Emirates, Ras Al Khaimah is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. With its stunning natural landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and a plethora of activities for all ages, it is the perfect destination for families...
Sports Entertainment Tours Entertains with Exclusive Audience with Rory Best Ahead of Ireland v England Match
Belfast-based tour operator Sports Entertainment Tours was at the Mansion House in Dublin this past weekend for its exclusive event “An Audience with Rory Best”.
This highly coveted event saw guests enjoying a wonderful lunch in magnificent surroundings, prior to everyone making their way to...
Explora Journeys’ EXPLORA I & EXPLORA II Ships to Sail European Waters this Easter
Explora Journeys – MSC Group’s luxury ocean travel brand – has announced that its EXPLORA I and EXPLORA II ships will both return to European waters this Easter, with itineraries through the Mediterranean and Western Europe.
Families can reconnect through ship-wide Easter egg hunts, themed...
Choice Hotels EMEA Appoints Tobias Reinecke Head of Development Investment & Portfolio Growth
Choice Hotels EMEA has appointed Tobias Reinecke as Head of Development Investment and Portfolio Growth joining the Leadership Team.
He has been with Choice Hotels EMEA since September 2022, and has been promoted from his previous position as Director Investment and Strategic Partnerships.
Leading the Development Team, and...
Fáilte Ireland Eyes Food Hall Development for Vacant Dublin City Centre Tourist Office Site
Fáilte Ireland is looking to tap into the country’s food heritage by developing a new food hall in the centre of Dublin in a bid to attract culinary tourists to the capital.
Food tourism already brings in around €2bn to the Irish economy every year.
And...
Intrepid Travel Expands in Europe with Sawadee Reizen Acquisition in the Netherlands
Responsible travel giant Intrepid Travel has acquired leading Dutch tour operator Sawadee Reizen from Travelopia in a landmark deal, signalling a major step into a new market and an ambition to grow its style of responsible small group travel in Europe.
Headquartered in Amsterdam, Sawadee...
Belfast International Airport Appoints Lagardère Travel Retail to Operate Duty Free Store
Belfast International Airport has appointed Lagardère Travel Retail to operate its new duty free retail and food and beverage store.
This new contract marks a significant milestone, reflecting the long-term global partnership between Lagardère Travel Retail and VINCI Airports, which operates Belfast International, as...
Santorini Earthquake Fear Latest: Tourists Flee Island; Greek PM Urges Calm
Hundreds of tourists have fled the idyllic Greek holiday island of Santorini in recent days after seismic activity which has raised fears of an earthquake.
The island – a popular cruise ship stop-off - witnessed a number of tremors, with a magnitude of more than...
Ryanair Ranked 6th Largest Airline in World, by Fleet Size
Ryanair has been ranked 6th largest airline in the world – by fleet size – in a new aviation league table.
According to German aviation data analyst Statista, Ryanair – as of the middle of 2024 – had the largest fleet of any European carrier,...
Türkiye Reports 20% Growth in Irish Tourists, with Nearly 200,000 Visiting in 2024
Türkiye welcomed 195,899 visitors from Ireland in 2024; representing yearly growth of 20%.
In the first half of the year, over 81,000 Irish tourists travelled to Türkiye, reflecting the country’s continued popularity as a top destination for tourists seeking its unique mix of vibrant cities,...
CLIA Partners with ExplorEarth to Grow Expedition Cruise Expertise
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has announced it is partnering with expedition cruise specialist, ExplorEarth.
ExplorEarth is an online platform dedicated to expedition and small-ship adventure cruises, including river.
It encourages travellers to consider these cruises and connect them with approved partners....
Travel Agents & Tour Operators Welcome EU Moves on Competitiveness and Sustainability
The European Travel Agents' and Tour Operators' Associations (ECTAA) has welcomed the European Commission’s latest Communication on a Competitiveness Compass for the EU, which outlines an ambitious strategy to enhance the EU's global competitiveness, reduce regulatory burdens, and promote sustainable investment.
These measures are...
MSC Cruises Announces Additional Benefits for Guests Booking Suites Through Aurea Experience Offering
MSC Cruises has announced additional benefits for guests booking suites through its all-inclusive Aurea Experience offer platform across its fleet.
The existing benefits of booking the Aurea experience includes premium services, My Choice dining flexibility, wellness-focused amenities and access to the luxurious MSC Aurea Spa thermal...
