Car Rental Prices Falling Globally; but US Bucking Trend with Rising Costs
The global cost of hiring a car on one’s summer holidays has fallen significantly, this year, according to a new survey; with only the US bucking the trend with higher prices.
Hiring a compact family car this summer will cost €470 a week on average,...
New Solar Energy Farm to Provide Over 10% of Dublin Airport’s Annual Electricity Needs
More than 10% of Dublin Airport’s current annual electricity needs will soon be provided by a new 9MWp solar farm under construction on the airport campus.
Airport operator, daa made the announcement while welcoming Jack Chambers, Minister of State for Transport, on a visit to...
Qatar Airways Expands European Network with Doha-Lisbon Route Resumption
Qatar Airways has expanded its European network by resuming direct flights between Doha and Lisbon.
Qatar connects to more than 170 destinations worldwide, with Lisbon upping its European destination total to 47 hubs.
Qatar will fly between Doha’s Hamad International Airport and Lisbon’s Humberto Delgado Airport...
Gregory Porter Heads Stellar Line-Up for 2024 Guinness Cork Jazz Festival
Gregory Porter, Kamasi Washington, Seun Kuti, and Buena Vista All Stars Presents: One Night In Havana are among the headline acts just announced to perform at this year’s Guinness Cork Jazz Festival, which takes place over the October bank holiday weekend (Thursday 24th October to Monday...
Dublin and Cork Airports See Strong Start to Summer Travel Season; with 3.5 Million Passengers Passing Through Doors
Ireland’s two busiest airports – Dublin and Cork – have seen a strong start to the summer travel season, with a total of 3.5 million passengers flying to and from both hubs in May.
Dublin Airport welcomed 3.1 million passengers in May, according to airport...
Titanic Belfast Creates Community Funding Project
TITANIC Belfast has announced the creation of a new initiative that has already seen £147,000 set aside to help make a lasting impact for people and communities across Belfast and beyond.
In February 2023, the world-leading visitor attraction committed to donating 45p from every...
Attraction World Announces ‘Great Lates Payback’
Attraction World has announced the launch of an innovative new incentive, aligning with its key trade partner focuses for late summer 2024 bookings.
With recent product expansions in key destinations, Attraction World believes the timing couldn't be better.
In theme of summer 2024, the "Great...
Planeterra Launches 3rd Round of Global Community Tourism Fund
International non-profit community travel specialist Planeterra has launched the third round of its Global Community Tourism Fund.
The fund is a grant programme that fosters entrepreneurship and innovation for community tourism enterprises worldwide.
Through this fund, Planeterra provides small grants and community-specific training and mentorship to...
Exploring the Dark Side: A Guide to Dark Tourism
Dark tourism is booming. From Holocaust memorials to Chernobyl's eerie exclusion zone, more people than ever are flocking to places tied to death, tragedy and disaster. The dark tourism market is expected to hit nearly €30 billion by 2024 and €40 billion within the next 10 years. Why?...
ITTN’s Weekly Competition – Did You Win?
Have you won with ITTN yet? Saturday means it’s time for another ITTN competition. The competition – exclusive to agents – gives you the chance to win prizes such as gift vouchers, spa days, nights out, and other fun experiences!
Congratulations to Elaine Massey from Best4Travel who...
The Pinnacle of Luxury: Scenic Eclipse Visits Dublin
Scenic Eclipse docked in Dublin Port today, finishing her Lisbon to Dublin sailing, which gave members of the Irish travel trade the chance to explore this stunning ultra-luxury ship. Agents from Tour America & The Travel Suite, JWT Cruises, John Galligan Travel, The Travel...
Center Parcs Longford Forest Granted Planning Permission for €100m Expansion Development
Center Parcs has been granted planning permission for a €100m development at its Irish location, Center Parcs Longford Forest.
The company is planning to:
Build 198 new lodges, including four luxurious Treehouses
Add a new restaurant and Coffee House
Extend our existing leisure facilities and add more car...
Interview: Thailand – Sustainable, Affordably Luxurious…and with Ireland in Mind!
Thailand is actively upping its efforts to attract more Irish holidaymakers; and sees Ireland as an important marketplace.
In a wide-reaching interview, ITTN’s Maria Uchoa talks to Chiravadee Khunsub – European Region Director for the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) - at Thailand Travel Mart...
Irish Ferries Unveils New Ship Names for Dublin-Holyhead and Dover-Calais Routes
Irish Ferries has announced name changes for its ships on its Dublin-Holyhead and Dover-Calais routes.
Irish Ferries has a tradition of extending its Irish heritage through the naming of its ships after famous Irish writers and their works of literature.
The ship currently called Oscar Wilde- serving...
TAP Air Portugal Unveils Florianópolis as 12th Brazilian Route Destination from Lisbon
TAP Air Portugal has unveiled a new Brazilian route from Lisbon - Florianópolis, the capital of the state of Santa Catarina, in Southern Brazil.
From September 3, the Portuguese airline will offer 3 weekly flights between Lisbon and Florianópolis - Hercílio Luz International Airport, making...
NCL UK & Ireland ‘Walk for Wellness’ Programme Finishes on a High
NCL’s ‘Walk for Wellness’ UK and Ireland initiative, which encouraged agents to "get out and get walking" has ended on a high, completing nearly 100,000 miles.
The campaign saw over 1,200 agents step up over the month of May and hit the 40,000 mile target...
Emirates Becomes First International Airline to Join Germany’s Aviation Initiative for Renewable Energy
Emirates has become the first international airline to join aireg, the Aviation Initiative for Renewable Energy in Germany.
The airline pledged its membership earlier at ILA Berlin 2024 in an official signing ceremony, a significant move that underscores Emirates’ commitment towards improving the sustainability...
Le Boat Signs 10-Year Supply Contract with Groupe Beneteau; North American Expansion Planned
Emerald Star-owner Le Boat has entered a 10-year supply agreement partnership with mainland European boating group Groupe Beneteau to invest more than £100m in its international fleet.
The partnership will be between Le Boat – which is active in Ireland, the UK, France, Germany, the...
Episode 13: ITTN Talks To… Tom Britton, Managing Director of Marble City Travel
In our latest instalment of ITTN Talks, we caught up with Tom Britton, Managing Director of Marble City Travel, Kilkenny.
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 challenges their...
Climate Concerns Denting Irish Appetite for Overseas Holidays, Survey Suggests
Concerns over continued climate damage and high summer temperatures across mainland Europe are changing people’s minds over foreign travel, a new survey has suggested.
The research, conducted by the Hastings Hotels Group, shows that as much as 74% - almost three-quarters – of Irish people...
