Around 14 Global Airlines Set to Resume Flights to Israel Amid Ceasefire Moves
Around 14 global airlines have moved quickly to resume flights to and from Israel in light of the recent official ceasefire announcement in the Middle East.
While exact resumption dates have not been announced, as yet, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines, along with American...
Supplier Spotlight: Hainan Airlines Celebrates Increased Year-Round Service From Dublin Airport
Our Supplier Spotlight is on Hainan Airlines with direct flights from Dublin Airport to Beijing, China.
Happy Chinese New Year – Hainan Airlines celebrates increasing their schedule to an all year-round service from Dublin Airport!
With the Year of the Snake, Hainan Airlines are delighted to...
ITTN’s Shane Cullen Wins at the Travel Extra Travel Journalist of the Year Awards
ITTN's Shane Cullen and Louise Ducrocq attended the Travel Extra Travel Journalist of the Year Awards at a ceremony held to coincide with the annual Holiday World Show which took place at the RDS Simmonscourt, Dublin this weekend.
Eleven winners, each for different holidaying categories and...
Ireland Promoted to Global Travel Buyers at Britain & Ireland Marketplace (BIM) in London
Tourism Ireland attended Britain & Ireland Marketplace (BIM) in London recently.
BIM is an important B2B workshop, organised by the European Tourism Association (ETOA) each year to showcase Great Britain and Ireland to tour operators and travel buyers from around the world.
It involved...
MSC Cruises to Expand Services from Port Canaveral as Part of Wider US Commitment
MSC Cruises is set to offer more cruises from Port Canaveral, in Florida, as part of its long-term commitment to the US market.
MSC’s fourth World Class ship will join the line-up at Port Canaveral for the winter 2027-28 season, offering year-round 7-night Caribbean itineraries.
The...
IHF Cork Branch Names Nathan Sweeney ‘Employee of the Year’
Nathan Sweeney, Front Office Supervisor at Hayfield Manor has been announced as the 2024/2025 Irish Hotels Federation (IHF) Cork Branch ‘Employee of the Year’.
The announcement was made at an awards ceremony at the Cork International Hotel, where guests gathered to celebrate and recognise 20...
ANA & Japan Airlines to Begin Taking Local SAF Supply from April
Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways (ANA) – Japan’s two main carriers – will both begin receiving sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from a local supplier in the spring.
SAF is currently the main avenue for airlines to start transitioning to greener fuel in a bid...
Oceania Cruises to Expand Signature French Restaurant ‘Jacques’ Across Allura & Vista Ships
Oceania Cruises – the luxury, gastronomy-focused cruise line owned by Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) – is to introduce its signature French restaurant, Jacques, to its newest ship, Allura, which launches in mid-July.
The restaurant is named after renowned chef Jacques Pépin, the founding father of...
UK-based B2B Tour Operator Classic Collection Expands into Ireland
UK-based B2B tour operator Classic Collection has announced that it is to start selling holidays from Ireland.
The move into Ireland follows confirmation of the partnership, last February, between Ryanair and Classic Collection’s parent company, On the Beach.
Si Morris-Green, Director B2B, commented: ”Our launch in...
VisitPortugal Unveils Latest Campaign Focused On Gastronomy
Inspired by Portugal's natural, cultural, and gastronomic riches, VisitPortugal unveils its latest campaign, “Portugal, an unwritten recipe”, focused on gastronomy as a reflection of Portuguese history, tradition and culture, the campaign celebrates the unique blend of ingredients of Portugal as a tourism destination.
This campaign...
Shannon Airport Expecting 22,000 Passengers Across St Brigid’s Day Holiday Period
Shannon Airport expects to handle more than 22,000 passengers this Bank Holiday Weekend, which will be the third annual bank holiday surrounding St Brigid’s Day.
The rising popularity of the extra Bank Holiday is evident, with this passenger forecast marking a 7% increase on the...
The Travel Industry at its Best (it’s not just travel, it’s going the extra mile)
Not all heroes wear capes but here are two from the travel trade who have hearts of gold.
Maura Fahy (Fahy Travel Galway) would like to commend and highlight the effort and support from two travel industry colleagues - Donal Healy (Knock Airport) and Pearse...
IHF Sligo, Leitrim, North Roscommon Branch Names Orla Seery ‘Employee of the Year’
Orla Seery, Wedding & Events Co-Ordinator at the Sligo Park Hotel has been announced as the 2024/2025 Irish Hotels Federation (IHF) Sligo, Leitrim, North Roscommon Branch ‘Employee of the Year’.
The announcement was made at an awards lunch at the Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa,...
Aer Lingus Unveils Pay Day Sale with Europe & North America Deals on Offer
Aer Lingus has unveiled its latest Pay Day Sale, offering up to €40 off on European flights and fares to North America from €199.
According to Aer Lingus customers can start checking off their 2025 bucket list destinations without breaking the bank. From now until...
Holiday World Show Dublin Successfully Attracts Over 25,000 Visitors Despite Weather
Holiday World Show Dublin, which took place this past weekend at the RDS Simmonscourt, succeeded despite challenging weather conditions by bringing together more than 25,000 visitors for expert travel advice, show-only deals and the opportunity to win holiday prizes.
Maria Hourican, CEO of Business Exhibitions, organisers...
Ryanair Lowers Passenger Target on Boeing Delivery Delays
Ryanair has said it is continuing to work with planemaker Boeing to accelerate the delivery of new aircraft, but has confirmed its fleet expansion won’t be in time to meet its previous passenger growth targets for the next 12 months.
Ryanair is due to get...
Rory’s Travel Club Enters Strategic Partnership with SuperValu Insurance
SuperValu Insurance, which supplies car, home, life, travel and van insurance, on Friday announced an exciting new strategic partnership with the renowned travel writer and influencer Rory King from Rory’s Travel Club (RTC).
RTC is a member-led travel club that secures exclusive offers for members, facilitating...
Celebrity Cruises to Debut Industry First Tri-Fuel Engines on Celebrity Xcel
Royal Caribbean Group has further advanced its sustainability commitment by announcing that the new Celebrity Xcel ship – the latest edition of Celebrity Cruises’ Edge Series of vessels – will be the first cruise ship with tri-fuel capability engines.
This, Celebrity and Royal Caribbean said,...
Winners of the Irish Travel Industry Awards 2025 with Headline Sponsor, MSC Cruises
A glamorous affair with everyone looking their best, the evening at the Mansion House was filled with warmth and good cheer (despite Storm Eowyn's impending arrival).
Angela Walsh, President of the ITAA, said of the Irish Travel Industry Awards: “These awards are an opportunity to...
Irish Travel Industry Awards Sponsored by MSC Cruises & the Pre-Drinks at Café en Seine, Sponsored by JetBlue
A perfect cure to the January blues and a chance to let your hair down (and escape the madness of the January sales season). It is time again for the Irish Travel Industry Awards, another awards ceremony for suppliers and agents in the...
