Riviera Travel Increases Solo Capacity on Yacht Cruises
Riviera Travel is offering solo travellers by offering 10% off cabins with no single supplements across five exciting yacht cruises departing this year. This move reflects a growing trend in solo travel, where more individuals are seeking independence and adventure without the added cost...
CarTrawler Becomes First Irish Travel Tech Firm to Gain B Corp Certification
CarTrawler has become the first Irish travel technology company to achieve B Corp Certification – which verifies a company meeting high standards in social and environmental performance, accountability and transparency.
The certification is run by global non-profit organisation B Lab.
CarTrawler is a leading B2B technology...
Fáilte Ireland Announces €27m in Funding for 22 Walking and Cycling Trails and Regional Tourism Upgrades
Fáilte Ireland has announced the first round of approved investment grants for projects under the EU Just Transition Fund which are being delivered as part of its Regenerative Tourism and Placemaking Scheme 2023-2026, co-funded by the Government and the EU.
A total of 22 projects...
UK Foreign Office Issues Warning as Cyclone Approaches Mexico
A hurricane is approaching the coast of Mexico and is expected to make landfall on Thursday morning.
In an update to its travel advice, the UK Foreign Office stated that Tropical Cyclone One is tracking towards the coast of Tamaulipas. The cyclone is forecast to...
Air Canada Celebrates Return of Dublin-Vancouver Service
Air Canada is celebrating the return of the summer Dublin-Vancouver service to complement the Dublin-Montreal summer service and the year-round Dublin-Toronto service. The Air Canada crew were on hand with Blaithin and Bernadette from the sales team to celebrate the bumper summer schedule.
This year...
TUI Group Expands African Footprint with New Hotels in Zanzibar
TUI Group is accelerating its expansion in sub-Saharan Africa.
Following the launch of its new TUI brand, The Mora, in Zanzibar, the company has identified additional hotel opportunities along the east coast of the Indian Ocean.
CEO Sebastian Ebel said, “Africa has great potential. Another...
TPG Hosts Agent Appreciation Event in Cork
TPG Event in Cork, this Thursday!
Calling all agents in the greater Cork area. This Thursday is the return of the Travel Partners Group Agent Appreciation event at the Sky Bar in Clancy’s on Princes St in Cork from 6pm in association with Shannon Airport...
Aer Lingus Pilot Action Sparks Concerns for Summer Travel Plans
Holidaymakers are "extremely worried" about the upcoming industrial action by Aer Lingus pilots, according to a travel expert. The pilots have announced an "indefinite" work to rule starting June 26th. The notice, served on Tuesday, indicates that pilots will only work their published rosters...
Minister Urges ‘Meaningful’ Talks Between Aer Lingus and IALPA to Prevent Strike
Minister for Finance Michael McGrath has urged Aer Lingus management and unions to engage in "meaningful discussions" to prevent industrial action.
Aer Lingus pilots; members of the Irish Airline Pilots' Association (IALPA), voted overwhelmingly in favour of industrial action, with 99% supporting the move on...
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises Adds Additional Departure Dates for Sailings in Europe and Asia
To accommodate the high demand for its popular itineraries, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises is adding extra departure dates for sailings in Europe and Asia.
Travelers now have new opportunities to sail on the S.S. Joie de Vivre along the Seine River in France, the S.S....
“Paella Is A Passion” – ITTN Joined Visit Valencia For A Paella Cooking Demonstration in Cork
Members of the Irish travel trade, Cork Airport and media joined Visit Valencia at the beautiful Aye in Cork city yesterday for a Paella Cooking Demonstration with Irish chef Rob Curley. Rob made the final 10 in the World Paella Day Cup in 2021,...
Silversea’s New Ship Silver Ray Sets Sail After Official Naming Ceremony in Lisbon
Silversea has officially christened its new ship, Silver Ray, during a ceremony in Lisbon.
Ocean scientist Dr. María Josefina Olascoaga, the ship's Godmother, named Silver Ray before it embarked on its maiden voyage from Lisbon on June 15.
Silver Ray is the second Nova-Class ship in...
Top Seven Family Activities in the Algarve This Summer
With the school summer holidays approaching, families will be putting together their holiday trip itineraries and wish lists. The Algarve in southern Portugal, one of the most popular summer destinations, offers an array of fun family-friendly activities full of adventure, wildlife encounters and creative...
Pittsburgh – The Affordable U.S. Summer City Break for Families
Nicknamed ‘KidsBURGH’ due to its diverse and ever-growing selection of attractions and experiences for children, the official tourism marketing and promotion agency of the Pittsburgh region re-launches its free KidsBURGH® 2024 Passport in time for summer.
An initiative to spotlight Pittsburgh’s iconic family-friendly attractions throughout...
British Airways and JetBlue Secure US Approval for Codeshare Partnership
British Airways has received US approval to enter into a partnership with transatlantic rival JetBlue.
The two carriers plan to codeshare on dozens of flights between Europe and the US.
The codeshare agreement, filed with the US Department of Transportation last month, was approved last Friday.
This...
Travel Tip Tuesday with Fresha
Experts present the ultimate summer skincare guide
As the temperatures start to rise, it’s time to switch up your skincare routine to adapt to the warmer weather. Skin tends to become more sensitive in warmer conditions, which is why it’s important to adjust your skincare...
Brand USA Brings Back MegaFam For 2024
Brand USA U.K. & Ireland is delighted to be bringing back their iconic MegaFam for 2024, offering agents the chance to rediscover the USA, with an exciting incentive on their newly refreshed USA Discovery Program!
In partnership with Aer Lingus, American Airlines and British Airways,...
Utopia of the Seas Joins Royal Caribbean Fleet
Royal Caribbean has received its newest megaship, Utopia of the Seas, from French shipbuilder Chantiers de l’Atlantique.
Scheduled to launch in a month, the ship will depart from Port Canaveral for short cruises lasting three to four nights.
"This marks a significant achievement for Royal Caribbean,"...
Wendy Wu Tours Launches ‘Wanderlust Sale’ Due To Increased Demand Following BBC’s ‘Race Across the World’
In an unprecedented wave of wanderlust sparked by the BBC's thrilling series ‘Race Across the World’, Wendy Wu Tours, the UK and Ireland's leading specialist touring company, is witnessing a phenomenal surge in bookings to Asia. To celebrate this surge and inspire more travellers,...
Win an Antarctic Trip for 2 with AE Expeditions
AE Expeditions, formerly known as Aurora Expeditions, is a renowned adventure travel company specialising in small-group expeditions to some of the world’s most remote and pristine locations. Founded in 1991, AE Expeditions offers immersive, educational journeys led by expert guides, focusing on polar regions,...
