Travel Tech Firm Hubby Launches eSIM Solution in UK & Ireland Markets
Travel tech company Hubby has launched its eSIM solution in the UK and Ireland market, marking its arrival with an integration with online travel agent On the Beach.
The Hubby eSIM is intuitively and specifically designed with tour operator and travel providers’ needs in mind,...
Canada Tourism Revenues Set to Soar this Year, According to WTTC Forecasts
Canada’s inbound tourism industry is set to soar this year, according to World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) forecasts.
Latest data from the WTTC suggests by the end of this year, Canada’s tourism sector will be supporting 1.84 billion jobs in the country, roughly 120,000...
Donegal’s Redcastle Hotel Named Ulster Hotel Restaurant of the Year
Redcastle Hotel, in Co Donegal, has won Ulster Hotel Restaurant of the Year, at the Yes Chef Awards 2024.
The hotel – which is located in Inishowen – also got an award for “Highly Commended Casual Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year 2024” at the awards.
Executive...
Emirates Signs Interline Agreement with Mexican Low Fares Carrier Viva Aerobus
Emirates and Mexican low-cost operator Viva Aerobus have signed an interline agreement to enhance connectivity for passengers travelling to Mexico.
The partnership will boost access to a host of points in Mexico, allowing Emirates customers to travel onwards from Mexico City to 21 domestic points,...
Titanic Belfast Launches Emigration and Exploration-Themed Choral Music Event
TITANIC Belfast has launched a unique event that is set to take guests on a journey of emigration and exploration through an eclectic and exciting mix of choral music in partnership with Cappella Caeciliana.
Some Distant Shore, on Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th June, will...
Celebrity Cruises Enhances ‘The Retreat’ Luxury Suite Experience
Celebrity Cruises has unveiled significant improvements and enhancements to its luxury The Retreat premium onboard suite experience.
“At The Retreat, the world really does revolve around our guests,” said Laura Hodges Bethge, President of Celebrity Cruises. “We collected extensive feedback from past guests, loyalty members...
Delta Air Lines Increases Seat Capacity on Shannon-New York Route as Maiden Flight Met with Huge Demand
Shannon Airport has welcomed Delta Air Lines’ decision to increase seat capacity on its new daily Shannon to New York-JFK service as the first flight took to the skies on Saturday; with early huge demand leading to the move.
Delta Air Lines is deploying the...
Belfast City Airport Commences Charter Services to Barcelona and Bologna with Royal Caribbean
Belfast City Airport has officially commenced its highly anticipated charter services to Barcelona and Bologna with Royal Caribbean International. This enhanced flight service provides Belfast City Airport’s passengers with direct routes to Barcelona and Bologna, enabling seamless connections to set sail on Royal’s Oasis of...
Ireland Slips in Global Travel & Tourism Rankings
Ireland has slipped three places to number 24 in the latest annual global tourism rankings study by the World Economic Forum (WEF).
The WEF’s latest Travel & Tourism Development Index (TTDI) shows that global tourism has recovered to pre-pandemic health levels, but that different regions...
ITTN’s Weekly Competition – Winning Time!
It’s that time of the week again! 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 this week's winner - Megan Bourke of Cassidy Travel! You have won...
APG & Irish Travel Trade ‘Made A Difference’ At Dog Shelter For APG Day 2024
Each year during May, APG celebrates APG Day which is a day where each member of the company comes together with some of their clients to do something worthwhile in their community. This year’s theme was "Making A Difference".
On Friday 24 May 2024, APG...
International Tourism Back to Pre-Covid Health, But Challenges Remain, World Economic Forum Warns
International tourism has fully recovered to pre-pandemic levels, but different regions are improving at different speeds and major challenges remain, according to the latest travel and tourism study by the World Economic Forum (WEF).
According to the WEF’s latest Travel & Tourism Development Index (TTDI),...
TSN Roadshow Successfully Concludes in The Déise
Travel agents from numerous agencies around the Southeast descended on The Déise for the last in the Travel Suppliers Network Roadshows yesterday at the beautiful newly renovated (and now 4*) Marina Hotel, Waterford. Agents arrived from 6pm and were treated to some delicious food...
Jet2 Announces New Belfast to Mallorca Winter Sun ’25/’26 Route
Holiday airline and tour operator Jet2 has announced an expansion of its Northern Ireland operations, with a new route from Belfast to Palma, in Mallorca.
The new route is part of Jet2’s new winter ‘25/’26 winter sun holiday line-up. The new Belfast route will go...
Domes Resorts Completes Greece and Portugal FAM Trip Season with UK & Ireland Agents
Luxury hospitality group Domes Resorts has successfully conducted a series of familiarisation (FAM) trips throughout May, welcoming over 200 travel agents, tour operators, and trade media representatives from the UK and Ireland to its premier destinations.
This initiative aims to enhance trade knowledge and foster...
Ryanair Launches €12.99 Weekend Flash Seat Sale for May/June Travel
Ryanair has launched another flash seat sale – with this one offering flights from €12.99 – for travel throughout the remainder of May and the month of June.
The sale period runs from today (May 24) until Monday (May 27) and is for travel up...
Explora Journeys Partners with American Express Cruise Privileges Program
Explora Journeys – the luxury ocean travel brand of MSC Group – has formed a partnership with American Express Cruise Privileges Program (CPP), with it becoming effective immediately.
As the newest partner to join American Express' Cruise Privileges Program, Explora Journeys is set to provide...
IATA to Focus on African Aviation Sustainability at WOCFA Conference in Johannesburg in July
Global aviation representative group The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is taking its Wings of Change Focus Africa Conference (WOCFA) to Johannesburg, South Africa, on July 2-3 this year, with South African Airways as host airline.
This year’s 2nd ever WOCFA conference will focus on...
Get Snapping! Photographer of the Year 2024 – with Brand USA – is Up and Running
It's that time of year again! ITTN is delighted to launch the Photographer of the Year Competition in association with Brand USA for 2024.
We are delighted to have Brand USA as the sponsor of this competition for 2024. Over the next few months, we will be showcasing...
Emirates Celebrates International Wine Day by Introducing More Rare Vintages Onboard This Summer
Emirates is celebrating International Wine Day – which falls tomorrow May 25 – with the introduction of even more rare vintages in the sky this summer.
Here's what Emirates is offering across all classes:
Exclusive Dom Pérignon Rosé Champagne 2008 (image attached)
In First Class, customers on...
