MSC Foundation Champions Philanthropy for Science and Restoration at IUCN World Conservation Congress
Over the past week, the MSC Foundation joined leaders from government, science, and philanthropy at the IUCN World Conservation Congress.
Held every four years, the Congress concludes today as the world’s largest gathering uniting countries, experts, and organisations to set priorities and drive conservation and...
Emirates Extends Sponsorship of Italian Football Giants AC Milan
Emirates has announced an extension to its sponsorship of Italian football giants AC Milan.
The landmark renewal reinforces one of football’s longest and most successful collaborations, with Emirates continuing as the Principal Partner, Official Airline Partner, and Official Men’s Jersey Partner of the prestigious Italian...
Irish Travel Trade Embarks on Jamaica FAM Trip with Jamaica Tourism Board & APG Ireland’s Celine Duffy
In partnership with the Jamaica Tourism Board, Celene Duffy (Key Account Manager for APG Ireland) is hosting a fam trip of key travel trade to the vibrant island of Jamaica on a four-night fam that took off yesterday!
ITTN's Katie Doyle joins Travel Counsellor Claire...
Turkish Airlines Wows Irish Client Agencies with Appreciation Lunch at Dublin’s Ivy Restaurant
Turkish Airlines wowed lucky guests, on Tuesday - including ITTN's Lorraine Hales - at its Corporate and High End Agency Appreciation Lunch at The Ivy restaurant on Dublin's Dawson Street.
This "invite-only" event was for corporate travel partners and was organised by the airline to...
TUI Musement Names the (Official) 10 Best European City Break Destinations
Holidays within Europe, whether at home or abroad, are the preferred option for 65% of Europeans, according to a recent report from the European Travel Commission.
Amid rising demand for short getaways of one to three nights – already accounting for more than 56% of...
IATA Launches Global Campaign to Help Passengers Fly Safely with Lithium Batteries
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched ‘Travel Smart with Lithium Batteries’, a global safety campaign that gives travellers seven simple rules for carrying mobile phones, laptops, power banks, and other lithium-powered devices safely when they fly.
The campaign will run on IATA’s...
Princess Cruises’ Sapphire Princess Leaves Drydock and Sets Sail with Upgraded Guest Experiences
Princess Cruises has announced that, following a two-week drydock in Portland, Oregon, Sapphire Princess has set sail unveiling exciting new guest experiences, including the addition of two popular specialty restaurants - Makoto Ocean and Crown Grill. Makoto Ocean and Crown Grill will be open for guests starting November 16.
The 115,875-ton...
Playa Hotels & Resorts Launches New Booking Incentive for UK & Ireland Agents
Agents across the UK and Ireland can boost their earning potential with the launch of Playa Hotels & Resorts’ latest booking incentive, which will run until 15 November.
With a focus on its family friendly property portfolio, this lucrative bonus offer will see agents...
Don Clarke Appointed Key Account Manager for Tenerife-Based Spring Hotels in Ireland
Spring Hotels, widely regarded as the most authentic hotel group in Tenerife, has appointed Don Clarke as a Key Account Manager for Ireland.
The move comes as part of a wider growth strategy following Spring’s acquisition of the Mare Nostrum Group, which doubled its...
Club Med South Africa Opens Bookings for Summer 2026
Premium all-inclusive holiday provider Club Med has today announced its Summer 2026 Sales Opening, with worldwide deals offered for holidays booked from today (14th October) through to Friday 17th October.
This year’s deals include up to 20% off Premium rooms including Deluxe rooms, Suites, Villas...
Luxury Ireland Showcased at Aspire Escapes Travel Event in Manchester
Tourism Ireland, together with Castle Leslie Estate and House of Waterford, is attending a luxury travel event in Manchester this week.
The event – called Aspire Escapes – is attended by travel agents from Great Britain who specialise in arranging high-end luxury travel. It...
Travelmarvel Moments of the Year – In it to Win it! Watch Video Below
Are you in it to win it? The Travelmarvel Moments of the Year campaign has been in full swing since its launch earlier this summer, and the response from the trade has been nothing short of fantastic, with more than 40 entries submitted to date –...
Agent Award Nominations Open in the ITTN Irish Travel Trade Awards 2025
We’re delighted to announce that agent nominations are officially open for all travel agencies to be recognised at this year’s ITTN Irish Travel Trade Awards.
Now that the voting has closed in the Supplier categories, it’s time to turn our attention to the highly coveted Travel Agent awards....
Correction: Travel Centres Looks to the Future with 20th Anniversary Conference Programme
Travel Centres has just published the programme for this year’s 20th anniversary conference and reveals that 192 delegates have confirmed for this year’s event, including 47 exhibitors across 14 categories for the speed-dating sessions on the Saturday afternoon.
The theme of this year’s event ‘20:20 Vision’...
Virgin Atlantic Names Corneel Koster as Next CEO
Virgin Atlantic has announced its succession plan for the airline’s Chief Executive, Shai Weiss; unveiling current Chief Customer and Operating Officer Corneel Koster as its incoming CEO.
After a successful seven-year tenure, Mr Weiss will stand down as Chief Executive and leave the airline on...
Lufthansa & Lufthansa CityLine Receive EMAS Seal of Approval for ‘Excellent Environmental Management’
Lufthansa Airlines and its Munich-based regional subsidiary, Lufthansa CityLine have been rewarded for their "excellent environmental management" by retaining their European EMAS (Eco-Management and Audit Scheme) regulation certifications following thorough audits.
"With the 2025 environmental statement, we are celebrating a special anniversary: 25 years ago,...
Price Gouging at Work in European SAF Market, IATA Claims
Former Aer Lingus, British Airways and IAG boss Willie Walsh has accused fuel suppliers of inflating green aviation fuel prices for their own gain, something he described as being “completely unacceptable”.
According to global news agency Reuters, Mr Walsh has suggested the setting in place...
Oceania Cruises Breaks with Tradition with Godparent Selection for Oceania Allura Ship
Oceania Cruises - the specialist foodie-focused luxury line owned by NCL - has announced Food & Wine's acclaimed Best New Chefs franchise will serve as the official godparent of the line's newest ship, Oceania Allura, which debuted in July 2025 and will be christened in...
Explore Worldwide Launches New Lesser-Visited Japan Tour
Award-winning small group adventure tour operator Explore Worldwide is launching a new tour visiting Japan’s lesser-visited island, Kyushu.
Adding to its extensive Japanese portfolio, the travel operator’s Highlights of Japan - Kyushu Island Tour is a nine-day adventure that promises dramatic landscapes, bubbling hot springs and rich culture.
Travellers...
Icelandair, Delta, WestJet, Royal Jordanian & Aeromexico Dominate Latest Airline Punctuality Rankings
Icelandair has been ranked Europe’s most punctual airline, by aviation analyst Cirium in its latest monthly round-up of airline on-time performance.
Globally, Aeromexico was the most punctual in September, with an on-time performance of 91.8% of flights during the month.
In North America, WestJet was the...
