Emirates Returns to Ireland for New Year Cabin Crew Recruitment Drive
Emirates returns to Ireland later this month for another recruitment drive, with visits to Dublin, Cork and Galway scheduled.
Emirates – which enjoyed one of its most successful years for its famous ‘double-daily’ route from Dublin to Dubai in 2023, with 450,000 passengers using the...
Supplier Spotlight: APT Travelmarvel New Year, New Ship!
ITTN’s Supplier Spotlight is Travelmarvel, where your clients can enjoy a River Cruise in 2024. With prices just €1,395 per person full board on the Danube or Rhine – there’s no better time to sail the rivers of Europe.
APT and Travelmarvel are proud to deliver...
Irish Restaurant Awards Make Much Anticipated Return
The much-anticipated Irish Restaurant Awards were officially launched yesterday at the Marker Hotel, kicking off the 15th year of the prestigious awards.
Last year’s Irish Restaurant Awards were the most popular yet, with the public making over 130,000 nominations for Ireland’s best food-led hospitality businesses...
Holiday World Show Dublin Returns to RDS Simmonscourt from January 26-28
The Holiday World Show Dublin returns to the RDS Simmonscourt Arena from January 26-28 inclusive.
It is the only show where attendees can meet more than 1,000 travel professionals from 50 countries face to face to plan their dream holiday and take advantage of show-only...
Aer Lingus is First Airline to Offer One-Click ‘Revolut Pay’ Payment Option to Customers
Aer Lingus has become the first global airline to offer a one-click Revolut Pay payment option to passengers.
Aer Lingus today launched Revolut Pay as a new form of payment on both its app and website, aerlingus.com.
Revolut Pay is a quick and secure payment method...
Intrepid Travel Pledges £500,000 to Support Communities During 2014
Responsible travel specialist Intrepid Travel has pledged £500,000 to support communities during 2014.
As part of the pledge, Intrepid is matching public contributions up to £500,000. By ensuring contributions go twice as far, Intrepid aims to empower travellers to give back to the 45 grassroots...
Tourism Ireland Targets 6.5% Tourism Revenue Growth for NI
Tourism Ireland is targeting to increase overseas tourism revenue for Northern Ireland by an average of 6.5% over the next 6 years up to 2030.
Alice Mansergh, Chief Executive Designate of Tourism Ireland, said: “2023 was the first full year of trading for tourism since...
MSC Cruises Appoints Antonio Paradiso Vice President of International Sales
Antonio Paradiso, UK and Ireland Managing Director of MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys, has been appointed Vice President of International Sales for MSC Group’s Cruise Division in recognition of the continued growth and success of the UK and Irish market.
This newly created headquarters role...
Economic Impact Study: Keeping Dublin Airport Passenger Cap at 32m Would Severely Damage Inbound Tourism
Keeping Dublin Airport’s passenger cap at 32 million people a year would stall inbound visitor growth to Ireland and heavily dent tourism spend here, a new economic impact assessment study has suggested.
Daa – which operates Dublin and Cork airports – is currently trying to...
More than 43% of Irish Consumers Planning 3 or More Holidays This Year, Survey Shows
More than 43% of Irish holidaymakers are planning to take 3 or more holidays this year.
That is according to the latest annual travel survey from travel insurance specialist Multitrip.com, which found that Irish families are reluctant to give up travel despite the cost of...
MSC Cruises Launches Wave Flash Sale for Irish and UK Customers
MSC Cruises has launched its Wave Flash Sale for 2024 - exclusive to Irish and UK customers - with savings on 70 sailings during winter 2023/2024 and summer 2024, inclusive of premium extra drinks and gratuities.
The Wave Flash Sale, starting today and available from...
Hays Travel Sees Strongest Ever Trading Year as International Tourism Recovers from Covid Crisis
Hays Travel has achieved its strongest ever trading year as international tourism completed its recovery from the Covid crisis.
Hays is the largest independent travel agent in the UK and has a presence in Northern Ireland where it has a network of shops.
For the 12...
Cliveden House and Spa – London Without the Hustle and Bustle
When most of us fly into London we rarely leave the metropolitan area, but what happens when you want to check out of the hustle and bustle of the big city, but yet don’t fancy another flight or a long train journey? Are there options?
Well,...
Thai-Owned Avani Hotels & Resorts Debuts in Germany with Frankfurt Opening
Avani Hotels & Resorts, the upscale lifestyle brand of Thailand-based Minor Hotels, has expanded further in Europe with the opening of Avani Frankfurt City Hotel, marking the brand's debut in Germany.
The new 7-floor/256-bedroom-suite hotel is located in Frankfurt’s central business district.
Already with a strong...
Michael O’Leary Expresses Trust in Boeing; Says Passengers are Safe
Ryanair group chief executive Michael O'Leary has said he has full "faith and confidence" in Boeing and its management and has said passengers are safe flying on their planes.
Mr O'Leary made the remarks in an interview with Sky News, after a Ryanair executive team...
Zeus International Hotels and Resorts Expands its European Presence with Significant Acquisitions in Italy and Greece
Greek hospitality group Zeus International Hotels and Resorts has continued its European expansion drive by acquiring two hotels in Milan and Thessaloniki.
The acquisition marks a major milestone in the Zeus International Group’s expansion into the European hospitality market, bringing the total number of its...
Travel Marketing Giant MMGY Global Appoints Regional Heads for EMEA and Americas
MMGY Global – the leading integrated marketing firm specialising in travel, hospitality and lifestyle – has appointed new heads for its EMEA and Americas operations.
Caroline Moultrie will serve as president of Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), while Craig Compagnone will be president of...
MSC Cruises Cancels 3 Repositioning ‘Grand Voyage’ Sailings in April Due to Red Sea Shipping Risks
MSC Cruises has cancelled three repositioning ‘Grand Voyage’ sailings in April from South Africa and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to Europe because of the risk to shipping in the Red Sea.
Ongoing attacks on merchant vessels in the region has obliged the company to...
Ryanair Expands London Operations at Stansted, Gatwick and Luton
Ryanair has announced an expansion of its London operations – covering its main UK hub at Stansted, as well as at Gatwick and Luton.
The expansion covers the airline’s summer 2024 schedule and includes 7 new routes, 2 new aircraft basings and 150 new jobs.
The...
Surge in Irish Visitor Numbers Helps Keep France Most Popular Destination for International Guests
Irish visitor numbers to France have surged to well over pre-pandemic levels, contributing to France maintaining its status as the most popular destination for global tourists.
Latest analysis by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and its knowledge partner ForwardKeys, shows France is set...
