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With Explora I & II Sailing the Caribbean this Winter, Explora Journeys Unveils Unique Experiences

Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group unveils a series of exclusive Caribbean destination experiences. Guests can discover these meticulously crafted experiences during their Caribbean journeys, blending celebrated destinations with off-the-beaten-path ports. With EXPLORA II arriving in the Caribbean in...

Qatar Airways Introduces Caviar to Business Class, Further Elevating its Award-Winning Onboard Experience

Doha, Qatar – As the only airline in the world to have won the Skytrax World’s Best Business class 11 times, Qatar Airways announces further enhancement to its business class service with the introduction of caviar service on its menu offering. Starting with 13 routes from 15...

Supplier Spotlight: Save. Indulge. Explore. With Silversea

SAVE. INDULGE. EXPLORE. ​ Your clients will enjoy savings of €3,000 per suite plus a 15% reduced deposit on more than 520 Silversea voyages exploring all 7 continents from late 2024 through 2026. This exclusive offer is available on our Door-to-Door and Port-to-Port All-Inclusive fares....

NCL: New York Is Calling Your Customers

When it comes to choosing between a city break or an immersive holiday at sea – you really don’t have to. With NCL®, your customers can do both! Why not encourage them to combine a 2-day city trip to New York, followed by an...

Set Sail on an Adventure with Accident & General Competition

Are you ready to escape the ordinary and embark on a luxurious Royal Caribbean International cruise? We are thrilled to share the details about Accident and General’s latest competition! A lucky winner and a friend will set sail on a breathtaking cruise from Barcelona -...

Greece Wildfires Travel Advice & Statement by Greek Ministry for Climate Crisis & Civil Protection

The Department of Foreign Affairs issued updated advice due to the wildfires in Greece. Wildfires are highly dangerous, unpredictable, and fast moving so you should stay away from affected areas and comply with evacuation orders or instructions from the emergency services, police and local...

Shannon Airport Shortlisted for 2 Prestigious National Media Awards 

Shannon Airport is in the running for two awards at the Digital Media Award 2024. Now in its 21st year, the Digital Media Awards are one of the most prestigious digital awards in Ireland, recognising the creativity and innovation across multiple areas which include digital...

The World’s Biggest Cruise Ship Documentary on Channel 4 Stars Icon of the Seas

Royal Caribbean International announces that Icon of the Seas will soon star in a dedicated Channel 4 documentary, entitled “The World’s Biggest Cruise Ship”. TV audiences will get a behind-the-scenes look at life onboard Icon – the first-of-its-kind combination of the best of every holiday – when the documentary airs on Sunday 18th August...

Domes Resorts Offer Agents Incentive Plan for August 2024

Domes Resorts is a well-regarded hotel group with properties in Greece and Portugal. Known for their beautiful locations in places like the Greek Isles and the Algarve, Domes Resorts offer a blend of modern design and local charm. They focus on creating comfortable and...

Add A Northern Irish Stay to a Belfast Departure

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Why not add a stay in Northern Ireland before a flight or a cruise and enjoy the myriad of unique experiences and cool places to visit, from high-adrenaline activities to entertain the kids to gentler pastimes which everyone can enjoy? Multi-Generational Holidays On the Rise The...

Travel Tip Tuesday with Ramsdens Jewellery

Ramsdens Jewellery, a leading authority on jewellery care, has shared three effective ways to protect valuable jewellery from the damaging effects of sun, sand, and sunscreen while on holiday this summer. Whether you're on a city break or relaxing on a beach, these tips will...

106 Cruise Liner Call to the Ports of Cork & Bantry, a 16% Increase in Cruise Calls

The Port of Cork Company (PoCC) has published its 2023 Annual Report, highlighting a year of resilience, strong operations and strategic growth against the backdrop of significant global challenges. The report reflects strong performance for the port which is the second largest port in the State. The...

Agents, Make Sure You Nominate Your Preferred Suppliers For The 2024 ITTN Awards By Thursday!

The nomination period for the supplier awards for the 2024 ITTN Irish Travel Trade Awards, in association with Virgin Atlantic and Virgin Voyages, will draw to a close this Thursday 15 August. ITTN invites all Irish and Northern Irish travel agents to cast their...

Domes Resorts Appoints Zoe Holt as Business Development Manager to Boost Trade Relations in the North UK and Ireland

Domes Resorts, one of Europe’s fastest-growing luxury hospitality brands, is excited to announce the appointment of Zoe Holt as the new Business Development Manager (BDM) for the North UK. Joining the team on August 12th, Zoe will report directly to Penny Naoum, Senior Sales,...

Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Adjust Itineraries as New Storm Threatens Eastern Caribbean

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Weather experts are monitoring a potentially dangerous storm developing in the Atlantic, just days after Florida and other parts of the US were severely impacted by Hurricane Debby. Due to forecasts of adverse weather in the eastern Caribbean later this week, Royal Caribbean and Norwegian...

Wildfire Near Athens Forces Evacuations and Disrupts Flights

Palermo Airport Reopens
A wildfire that ignited just north of Athens has continued to spread, impacting multiple settlements and forcing residents to evacuate. A warning has been issued for tourists as the situation worsens. As of today, the fire has advanced further into the area around Mount Penteli,...

United Introduces App Feature for Seat Preferences

Window or aisle seat? No matter your preference, United is making it easier for travellers to secure a more desirable seat if one becomes available before departure. Passengers can now use a new feature in the United mobile app to request their preferred seat for...

Danny Giles Resigns From His Role At Ponant And Paul Gauguin Cruises

Danny Giles has been at the helm of driving sales for Ponant and Paul Gauguin Cruises in Ireland for the last 2.5 years and has been a staple at Irish travel industry events during this time. Danny's last day with the company was on...

Disney Set for Major Expansion at Walt Disney World, Including Potential Fifth Theme Park

Walt Disney Co and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis appear to be on the verge of resolving their differences. A long-running legal dispute and public conflict may now be coming to an end. The DeSantis-appointed Disney oversight district has voted to permit further Disney expansion. The vote was...

Singapore Airlines to Offer Daily Flights from Gatwick to Singapore, Creating More Options for Irish Travellers

Singapore Airlines will increase the frequency of its flights between London Gatwick and Singapore, offering a daily service next summer—convenient for Irish travellers flying from Dublin Airport via Gatwick. Flights will operate seven days a week from 30th March to 25th October 2025. Together with its...

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