Finnair Sees 4.2% Rise in Monthly Passenger Volumes
Finnair carried 905,200 passengers across its global route network last month – 4.2% up on April 2023.
The airline – which celebrated its 100th anniversary last year – said just shy of 75% of all flights arrived on schedule during the month.
The Finnish carrier saw...
Sligo Town’s New €4m Focal Point: the Fáilte Ireland-Backed Queen Maeve Square Officially Opens
Tourism Minister Catherine Martin has officially opened Queen Maeve Square, in Sligo, a €4m development investment which is aimed at “transforming” Sligo town centre.
The new square was developed by Fáilte Ireland – which recently unveiled a 5-year tourism development plan for Co Sligo –...
Irish Ferries Revenue 12% Ahead in the Year to Date
Irish Ferries saw its revenues grow by 12%, year-on-year, during the first four months of this year, new figures from parent group Irish Continental Group show.
The group’s latest trading update covers the period from the beginning of January to May 4.
Over that timeframe, Irish...
Champions League Partner Turkish Airlines Teams Up With José Mourinho to Promote Business Class Comfort
Turkish Airlines – as official airline partner of the UEFA Champions League - has announced a significant collaboration with legendary football manager José Mourinho.
According to the airline: “In the movie, José Mourinho experiences the unique in-flight services of Turkish Airlines, which holds the title...
Croatia Fast Becoming European Leader in Sustainable Tourism
Croatia has become the first EU country to establish a Centre for Sustainable Tourism; which will research, develop and promote sustainable tourism policies.
The popular Balkan country has – since the pandemic – positioned itself as the sustainable tourism leader of Europe.
The driver of the...
Ryanair Extends Sustainable Aviation Research Partnership with TCD to 2030; Donates Further €2.5m
Ryanair has extended its sustainable aviation research partnership with Trinity College Dublin to 2030.
The partnership – the Ryanair Sustainable Aviation Research Centre - began in 2021, with Ryanair donating an initial €1.5m.
Now, the airline has donated a further €2.5m to the project.
With Ryanair’s extended...
Test Results From Virgin Atlantic’s 100% SAF-Fuelled Transatlantic Flight Show a 64% Reduction in Emissions
Virgin Atlantic’s historic 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)-fuelled transatlantic flight, from London to New York, last year cut out 64% of the normal level of emissions seen on such a flight, illustrating the importance of SAF to aviation's drive to become net zero, the...
Norwegian Getaway – NCL Docks in Dún Laoghaire
NCL welcomed trade and media onboard their Breakaway Class ship, Norweigan Getaway. The group was hosted by the team from NCL: Aaron Fletcher, Business Development Manager for Ireland, Kirsty Webb, Senior Business Development Manager and Gary Anslow Regional Vice President and Head of UK...
Holiday Travel Still a Spending Priority for Irish Consumers, Survey Shows
Holiday travel remains a spending priority for Irish consumers, according to a new survey.
The survey – from travel insurance specialist Multitrip.com – also shows that 54% of Irish consumers will prioritise holidays over other luxuries, even if budgets are tight.
Overall, the survey shows that...
ITTN’s Photographer of the Year in Association with Brand USA
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 the Brand USA...
Episode 9: ITTN Talks To… Caroline Quigley of Keith Prowse
In our latest instalment of ITTN Talks, we caught up with Caroline Quigley, from Keith Prowse!
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 has faced, offering...
Princess Cruises Announces Return to Puerto Rico; Unveils New South America/Antarctica Itinerary
Princess Cruises has announced it will return to Puerto Rico – and its capital San Juan – later this year for its next season of southern Caribbean sailings.
The cruise giant has also announced its new 2025/’26 South America and Antarctica cruise itinerary.
The south Caribbean...
Emirates and MSC Cruises Renew ‘Fly & Cruise’ Partnership for Another Two Seasons
Emirates and MSC Cruises have renewed their partnership for another two seasons, cementing Dubai’s position as a major cruise hub.
Announced at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai, this week, the partnership builds on an existing 10-year relationship and will leverage the strengths of the...
JetBlue and Etihad Update Codeshare Agreement with Loyalty Programme Partnership
Etihad Airways and JetBlue have signed a new loyalty programme partnership as part of their ongoing codeshare agreement.
As part of this partnership, members of JetBlue’s TrueBlue loyalty programme and members of Etihad Guest, the loyalty programme of Etihad Airways, will now be able to...
Iberostar Reopens 5-Star ‘Iberostar Selection Creta Marine’ Luxury Resort in Crete, Following 2-Year Refurbishment Project
Iberostar Hotels & Resorts, the Spanish hotel and resort chain, has reopened its 5-Star Iberostar Selection Creta Marine resort after a 2-year renovation project.
The seaside village resort – located in Panormo, in the north of Crete, will reopen on May 10 under Iberostar’s Selection brand...
Belfast City Airport Announces Basalt Volcanic Rock Vodka as New Arrival to its World Duty Free Store for May
Belfast City Airport has announced a new arrival to its World Duty Free store – with the locally-distilled Basalt Volcanic Rock Vodka becoming available throughout the month of May.
Basalt Volcanic Rock Vodka is produced by the Antrim-based Basalt Distillery.
Martha Garbe, Director at Basalt...
Solmar Villas Offers Range of May Booking Incentives, Including 30% Discount on ‘Exclusive’ Collection
Solmar Villas – the UK villa rental company – has announced added benefits for holidaymakers looking to book this month for summer getaways in its European properties - including 30% booking discounts and free car hire, depending on the destination.
Solmar is offering free car...
Etihad and DCT Abu Dhabi Partner to Launch Free Abu Dhabi Stopover Stays
Etihad Airways and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) have announced the launch of Abu Dhabi Stopover.
The announcement was made at the Arabian Travel Market following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between DCT Abu Dhabi’s Director...
ITTN is Hiring for Two Roles
ITTN is currently hiring for two sales roles.
The first is a Business Development Executive for our B2C business’ of travel2ireland, Traveltimes and Silk Prestige.
The second is a social media sales outreach executive. Job descriptions are below. Email [email protected] to apply.
Social Media Outreach Executive
We're on the lookout...
Win A Trip For 2 To Valencia, Through ITTN Webinars
Join ITTN's Carrie Day and Visit Valencia's Eva Fernandez for an exclusive live webinar on Friday 10 May from 9.30-10am to learn all about this captivating city and surrounding areas! We have a great prize up for grabs so don't delay and register today...
