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Cambodia’s Cardamom Tented Camp Ecolodge Recognised at IRCT Global Responsible Tourism Awards in London

Cardamom Tented Camp ecolodge in Cambodia was acclaimed among 30 finalists at the ICRT 2025 Global Responsible Tourism Awards in London, on Monday. The awards gathering celebrated the best sustainable projects from five continents. Judges gave awards in six categories: nature positive; peace, understanding and...

Take it to the Limit…Las Vegas Reveals Smorgasbord of Entertainment & Attractions for 2026!

Vegas is back with a bang for 2026...! The good folk at the Las Vegas Conventions and Visitors Authority have compiled an exhaustive list of top attractions and entertainment options for the discerning holidaymaker looking for a bit of LV glitz next year. As well...

Explora Journeys Launches Limited-Time ‘Journeys Collections’ 40% Discount Offer

Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, has launched a limited-time offer, inviting guests to plan their next ultra-elegant adventure with remarkable value. On reservations made between 3 November and 1 December 2025, up to 40% savings are available across the...

Clayton and Maldron Owner Dalata Hotel Group Finalises Sale to Scandinavian Consortium

Dalata Hotel Group – which owns the popular Clayton and Maldron hotel chains – has finalised its sale following clearance of the deal by the Irish High Court. As a result, Dalata said November 6 – this Thursday – should be the last day of...

Virgin Voyages Boosts European, UK, Australia/NZ Teams with Key Appointments

Virgin Voyages has strengthened its on-the-ground presence with key appointments across its core international markets of the UK, mainland Europe and Australia/New Zealand. The move comes on the back of a period of huge growth – particularly in Europe, where revenue is currently 65% up...

Aer Lingus and Tesco Ireland Announce Loyalty Scheme Partnership

Aer Lingus and Tesco Ireland have announced a new partnership that offers AerClub members a unique opportunity to turn their Tesco Clubcard vouchers into Avios. Tesco Clubcard members can use the retailer’s Reward Partner programme to convert Clubcard vouchers into Avios, the rewards currency of...

Ryanair Monthly Update Shows 5% Passenger Increase for October

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Ryanair carried 19.2 million passengers across its extensive route network in October, latest monthly traffic stats for the airline show. The October figure represented a 5% increase on the corresponding month last year. Load factor – which shows how full planes are – was a...

Dublin and Cork Airports Continue Record Growth, with 3.6 Million Passengers in October

Dublin and Cork Airports - both operated by daa - have continued to report record passenger numbers, with latest monthly figures showing a combined near 3.6 million people passing through the two airports during October. Numbers in October were boosted by a busy bank holiday...

Supplier Spotlight: Travelling Solo with Riviera Travel  

In a groundbreaking move for solo travel, Riviera Travel is proud to announce that from 2027, the MS George Eliot will become the world’s first river cruise ship dedicated exclusively to solo guests. This pioneering initiative marks a new era in river cruising, offering...

2025 Worldchoice Award Winners, Cruise Shining Star & Travel Industry Recognition Award Announced

ITTN's Shane Cullen attended the Worldchoice Conference in Johnstown Estate, Enfield. Worldchoice travel agencies from across the country attended this year's event with travel suppliers, guest speakers and media joining the celebrations to mark excellence. As Carol Anne O'Neill shared earlier in the day, “As...

Captain’s Choice Launches Egypt Itinerary Around New Grand Egyptian Museum

Private tour specialist, Captain’s Choice has launched a new Egypt trip itinerary set to include a visit to the country’s new Grand Egyptian Museum. Officially opened just this weekend, the Grand Egyptian Museum is one of the world’s largest archaeological museums – housing around 100,000...

Pittsburgh Makes Nat Geo ‘Best of the World: Where to Go in 2026’ List

Pittsburgh has earned a spot on an elite international travel list for the second time this year – this time, National Geographic’s prestigious Best of the World annual list, spotlighting the US city among the most compelling global destinations for 2026. The designation places Pittsburgh...

WTM London: WTTC Reveals Swiss DMC HiSEAS as Newest Global Member

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has unveiled HiSEAS International as its newest Global Member, joining an exclusive network of the world’s most influential Travel & Tourism companies.  The announcement, made during World Travel Market (WTM) London, highlights the growing collaboration between technology-driven travel...

Ryanair Carries Record Passenger Numbers in First Half of Year; Ups Full-Year Traffic Target

Ryanair carried a record number of passengers in the first half of this year, whilst also generating strong profit and revenue growth, the airline’s latest financial results show. For the first six months of 2025, Ryanair reported a 3% year-on-year rise in passenger numbers...

Travel Counsellors Ireland Celebrates 20 Years in Business

Travel Counsellors Ireland, the premium leisure and corporate travel specialists, is celebrating 20 years in business, a milestone that reflects two decades of transforming how Irish travellers book their holidays and how travel professionals build their careers. Established in 2005, Travel Counsellors Ireland has grown into...

Jennifer Callister & Valerie Murphy from Royal Caribbean & Celebrity Cruises at 2025 Worldchoice Conference

ITTN's Shane Cullen attended the 2025 Worldchoice Conference with headline sponsors, Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises. Valerie Murphy - Celebrity Cruises Valerie shared the typical Celebrity Cruises guest. Many are travelling with their children. For those who like waterslides and hurdy-gurdy rides, they tend to travel...

Wicklow’s Hotel & Spa Resorts.com Reports Surge in Irish & International Luxury Hotel Voucher Sales

Wicklow-based Hotel & Spa Resorts.com is fast becoming one of Ireland’s most exciting travel success stories, reporting a 187% rise in voucher sales as it takes its luxury hotel gifting platform global. Founded by Adrienne Stewart and Zoë Byrne, the company has created a new...

British Airways Launches Direct Heathrow to St Louis Summer Route

British Airways has launched a new summer-only direct route from London Heathrow to St Louis. Taking off next April, the route will operate four times a week through the summer season. St Louis is seen as one of the US’ most culturally rich cities and offers...

Dublin Airport In Tune Again as Popular Public Piano Makes Welcome Return

The ears of passengers in Dublin Airport were happy this weekend as the popular public piano returned to Terminal 1's Arrivals Hall following a full off-site transformation by street artist Al Maser. To celebrate the return of the piano, popular musician Niall Breslin - also...

Register for the Visit USA Committee Thanksgiving Trade Event Now

Register for the Visit USA Committee Annual Thanksgiving Trade Event Now! Join the Visit USA Committee Ireland for their Thanksgiving Trade Night on Thursday, 20 Nov, from 6 pm at the Mayson Hotel in Dublin. The annual Visit USA Thanksgiving Night has become firmly established on the...

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