Turkish Airlines Unveils Goal of Flying 10 Million Passengers to its Homeland at ‘Connect to Türkiye’ Event in Istanbul
Turkish Airlines has set a target of attracting 10 million passengers to Turkey/Türkiye; with the carrier’s goal being presented to hundreds of agents and international guests at the latest Connect to Türkiye even in Istanbul.
The event in Istanbul hosted leading names in the international...
Icelandair Kicks Off Iceland to Pittsburgh Route; Via Dublin, London and Glasgow
Icelandair has kicked off its new seasonal Iceland to Pittsburgh route; which includes connections from Dublin and three UK airports.
From now until October 27 Icelandair will operate four weekly flights from Iceland to Pittsburgh on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
It will offer connecting flights...
TTC Offers €50 Vouchers for Travel Agents
The Travel Corporation has announced their most recent agent booking benefit for May on tours from Contiki, Trafalgar Travel, Insight Vacations and Costsaver Tours. Registered agents will earn €50 per booking in lifestyle vouchers for each eligible booking confirmed between 16 and 30 May...
Etihad Sees Near 40% Surge in Passenger Numbers
Etihad Airways carried more than 1.4 million passengers across its route network in April, latest monthly traffic figures for the Abu Dhabi airline show.
That represented a 39% growth rate on the corresponding month last year; while load factor - a key measurement metric for...
Global Travel Marketplace Rebrands as Connecting Travel Marketplace and Expands to Mainland Europe
International travel trade event Global Travel Marketplace has unveiled plans to expand its portfolio outside of the UK as it marks a pivotal point in its evolution under the new brand Connecting Travel Marketplace.
The new-look Connecting Travel Marketplace will continue the successful format established...
IHF: Government’s New Package of Business Supports ‘Disappointing’ and ‘A Missed Opportunity’
Hoteliers have reacted badly to the Government’s new suite of business supports for the hospitality sector; saying they are “very disappointed” and that the move is “a missed opportunity”.
The Government has unveiled a new €66m round of the Increased Cost of Business scheme, which...
Ireland Showcased as Business Tourism Leader at IMEX Frankfurt
Tourism Ireland – together with Fáilte Ireland and Tourism Northern Ireland, as part of the ‘Meet in Ireland’ team – is showcasing the island of Ireland as a world-class Business Events destination to thousands of buyers who organise international meetings and incentive travel, at...
MSC Cruises Brings ‘MSC Yacht Club’ Concept to North America and Caribbean Onboard ‘MSC World America’
MSC Cruises has announced it will bring its largest and most luxurious MSC Yacht Club concept to North American shores with the launch MSC World America in April 2025.
The new flagship will also be the first to feature seven onboard districts designed to let guests of all...
Emirates Begins Using Shell Aviation SAF at London’s Heathrow Airport
Emirates has taken delivery of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from Shell Aviation at London's Heathrow Airport.
More than 3,000 metric tonnes of neat SAF, blended with conventional jet fuel, will be supplied into the fuelling infrastructure network of the airport until the end of summer...
Win a Trip For 2 to the Maldives With The Travel Suppliers Network; Cork and Waterford Roadshows Coming Up!
The Travel Suppliers Network (TSN) is giving away an exclusive opportunity for you to win a trip of a lifetime for two to the breathtaking Maldives, with a stopover in the vibrant city of Abu Dhabi!
To qualify for this incredible giveaway, all you need...
Lorraine Dunne Retires from ITAA after 10 Years’ Service
Lorraine Dunne has announced her retirement from the Irish Travel Agents Association (ITAA), after 10 years with the organisation.
In a statement, the ITAA said: “Lorraine has been a fantastic colleague and has worked tirelessly to serve the ITAA, its’ members and partners. Her commitment...
Carnival’s Holland America Line Opens Bookings for 2026 ‘Grand World Voyage’
Holland America Line – Carnival’s premium luxury cruise line has opened bookings for its 2026 Grand World Voyage sailing onboard its Volendam ship.
Bookings – aboard the Zaandam – for the 2026 Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage have also opened.
Both extended cruises will sail...
Celebrity Cruises’ ‘Celebrity Apex’ Ship Sets Sail on Debut out of Southampton
Celebrity Cruises’ ‘Celebrity Apex’ ship has set sail today for her debut season out of Southampton.
It is the first of Celebrity’s Edge Series of ships to home berth in the UK.
Celebrity Apex will kick off her European season from Southampton with an eight-night Norwegian Fjords...
Island Marketing & Emirates Incentive Starts Today!
Island Marketing has teamed up with Emirates to give away TWENTY €100 One4All Vouchers!
All you have to do is make a booking to Kuramathi Island with Emirates flights and earn a €100 One4All voucher per booking. The booking window is 15 May - 15...
Brand USA Announces Dates for 9th UK & Ireland Trade MegaFam
Brand USA - the destination marketing organisation for the United States, in partnership with Aer Lingus, American Airlines and British Airways – has announced the dates for its annual UK and Ireland MegaFam: 25 September to 3 October 2024.
This will be the 9th iteration...
Intrepid Travel Increases Middle East Presence with First Office in Jordan
Responsible travel pioneer Intrepid Travel has increased its presence in the Middle East with the opening of its first destination management company in Jordan.
Based in Amman, the local team will operate Intrepid’s range of nine experiential small group tours in Jordan from this summer,...
Episode 10: ITTN Talks To… Shandon Travel’s Manager, Danielle O’Keeffe
In our latest instalment of ITTN Talks, we caught up with Danielle O'Keeffe, branch manager at Shandon Travel, Cork!
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 business...
Supplier Spotlight: Holiday Offers, Website Enhancements & May Incentive from Bedsonline
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Have your bookings gone global yet? Bedsonline's Holiday Offers campaign is coming to an end, so it's time to make the most of these worldwide opportunities!
Let travellers take their trips further, for longer, with a long travel window and great deals on popular...
Foyle Port 2024 Cruise Season Kicks Off With 3 Ship Visits This Week
Foyle Port’s 2024 cruise season kicked off with the arrival of Seabourn Ovation today, the first of three cruise ship visits this week.
More than 10,000 passengers and crew are expected to visit the stunning North West of Ireland from now until September.
The ultra-luxury Seabourn...
Emirates Looking to Improve ESG Data Reporting
Emirates has committed to significantly improving its environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting.
The airline and airport services group said it has expanded its ESG reporting in its newly-published annual report and is adopting aspects of the GRI (Global Reporting Initiative) standards.
Emirates said it plans...
