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Delta Air Lines Launches Major Revamp of SkyMiles Loyalty Programme

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Delta Air Lines has launched a massive upgrade of its SkyMiles Experiences platform, which forms part of its SkyMiles passenger loyalty programme. The revamp aims to offer members increased options for their air miles, via access to an expanded suite of experiences. "Delta SkyMiles Membership is...

Travel Counsellors Names Ciara MacConnell Corporate Travel Manager

Travel Counsellors Ireland, specialists in corporate and leisure travel, has announced the appointment of Ciara MacConnell as its new Corporate Travel Manager. In this role, Ms MacConnell will oversee the delivery of highly personalised solutions for corporate business travel, supporting and advancing the work of...

US Luxury Travel Agents Embark on FAM Trip of Ireland

Eight luxury travel agents from the United States have been visiting Ireland as guests of Tourism Ireland, Fáilte Ireland and Tourism NI. The travel agents are all members of Virtuoso and Signature Travel Network – travel agent networks which specialise in luxury travel. They design...

Aer Lingus Unveils New Benefits for AerClub Members Flying with BA & American Airlines

Aer Lingus has announced the introduction of new membership benefits for AerClub members flying with American Airlines and British Airways. This means that AerClub members, dependent on tier status, will enjoy exclusive day-of-travel benefits when flying on any of the three airlines, offering a...

Air New Zealand Enlists Hollywood A-Lister Isla Fisher for Further Push into Aussie Market

Air New Zealand has unveiled a new campaign in the Australian market, enlisting Aussie A-lister and loyal fan of the airline, Isla Fisher, to highlight the benefits of the Kiwi carrier for Australians travelling across the Tasman Sea.   The campaign highlights Air New Zealand’s...

‘Derry Girls’ Star Fronts New Tourism NI Promotional Campaign

A new campaign from Tourism Northern Ireland sees the tourist body partner with Kathy Kiera Clarke, or Aunt Sarah to millions of global fans of the smash hit comedy series, Derry Girls. Kathy returns to Northern Ireland to explore some of the hidden places and...

Dublin Airport Partners with Enerpower/Greenvolt on 9MW Solar Farm to Provide 13% of Electricity Requirements

Dublin Airport is making a significant step towards sustainability with the implementation of a 9 megawatt (MW) solar farm, installed by Enerpower powered by Greenvolt, a leading renewable energy company in Ireland, and part of the Greenvolt Group - a global leader in the...

ITTN Awards Sponsor: Hurtigruten Joins as Sponsor of Best Cruise Travel Agency Award

ITTN is delighted to welcome Hurtigruten as a new sponsor of the Best Cruise Travel Agency award at the 2024 ITTN Irish Travel Trade Awards. Hurtigruten's Head of Sales for EMEA, Carla Hines was excited to tell us: “Hurtigruten are delighted to be a sponsor of the 2024...

Episode 25: ITTN Talks To… Sarah Brady of Barters Travelnet

In our latest instalment of ITTN Talks, we caught up with Sarah Brady, branch manager of Barters Travelnet, Cork. In this ongoing series, ITTN speaks to members of the travel trade and gives them a platform to talk about industry trends, to celebrate successes and discuss...

ITTN Awards Sponsor: Aer Lingus Returns as Lead Sponsor in 2024

ITTN is delighted to have Aer Lingus join us again in 2024 as a valued Lead Sponsor at the 2024 ITTN Irish Travel Trade Awards. Jenny Rafter, Head of Global Leisure Sales at Aer Lingus, remarked “Aer Lingus is delighted to be category sponsor again at the...

Great Lakes USA Launches New Travel Guide, ‘Great Lakes, Great Experiences’

Great Lakes USA (GLUSA) has launched its latest guide to the region, Great Lakes Great Experiences. Showcasing the breathtaking natural beauty, cultural tapestry and the opportunity for adventure across the states of Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, New York State, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Illinois and Indiana, the guide...

Travel Tech Firm RateHawk Seeking Business Development Manager for Ireland

About RateHawk:RateHawk is part of Emerging Travel Group — a pioneering travel-tech company also known for its two other brands, ZenHotels and Roundtrip, spanning over 220 markets worldwide. Our mission is to create, distribute, and operate the most convenient travel products. We constantly innovate and break the rules...

CLIA Opens for 2025 Membership in UK & Ireland – New Benefits and Events Unveiled

Following a record year in 2024, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has opened for 2025 membership in the UK & Ireland. Travel agents are being offered enhanced benefits including new events, new resources and the second wave of CLIA's Expedition and River Cruise Champion...

Coming Up This Week: ITTN’s Travel Industry Event Guide

Sponsored by APT Travel Marvel Lots of great events coming up this week, the first being an online session, hosted by AWTE Ireland, with The Fabulous Pharmacist focused on womens health. This event is free for AWTE members! On Thursday, the Visit USA commitee are hosting...

Etihad to Announce 10 New Routes in One Day in its Single Biggest Route Expansion

Etihad Airways is gearing up for one of its most ambitious projects ever – the unveiling of a whopping 10 new destinations on a single day. On November 25, the Abu Dhabi-based airline will reveal the locations, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing journey...

Clare County Council to Transform Ennis into Family Christmas Wonderland

Clare County Council has partnered with the local business community in Ennis to promote the Clare County Capital town as an attractive shopping destination this festive season. Christmas artisan markets, choral and street trad music, children’s entertainment, street radio, a Christmas window display competition, an...

Shannon Airport Voted ‘Best Customer Experience’ for 2nd Consecutive Year

Shannon Airport has won Best Customer Experience in the Transport category at the Customer Experience Awards for a second year in a row.  This latest win follows the airport taking the top spot in the travel category of the recently published Ireland Customer Experience Insights (CXi) Report, while...

Finnair Extends Pre-Order Dining Capability for Business Class Passengers

Finnair has announced its new winter menu is available now for pre-order by passengers travelling on its short-haul Business Class flights. Sami Oksava, Finnair Kitchen Development Chef, said: “As the temperatures start to drop, we are excited to be launching our new winter menu, thoughtfully...

Cassidy Travel Taps into Rising Irish Demand for Italian Getaways with New Italy Brochure

With travel from Ireland to Italy up by 6.8% compared to this time last year, Cassidy Travel, an industry leader with nearly 40 years of experience in Italian getaways, is responding to this rising demand with the release of an inspiring new Italy brochure. Designed to...

NCL Launches Autumn-Winter 2026/27 Season During Black Friday Sale

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Norwegian Cruise Line's (NCL's) highly anticipated Black Friday sale is happening now and includes 50% off all currently published voyages, allowing guests to start planning their dream cruise vacation well in advance while also locking in exceptional savings. With new sailings across 11 regions,...

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