NCL Announces Bonus Commission for Agents on NCL Europe Cruises Booked in August
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has announced that UK and Ireland agents will receive a bonus commission of up to £100/€100 on each NCL Europe 2023 cruise booked between 1st and 31st August, 2023.
Gary Anslow, NCL’s senior director of sales UK and Ireland, said: “This bonus commission represents...
State of Washington Tourism and Port of Seattle Appoints Black Diamond as UK & Ireland PR Agency
The State of Washington Tourism (SWT) and Port of Seattle has appointed London-based integrated communications agency Black Diamond to manage its public relations, consumer and travel trade activity in the UK and Ireland.
Washington State is home to an abundance of natural wonders with three...
TTC Strengthens Sustainability Targets
The Travel Corporation (TTC) is aiming to be net zero by 2050.
The ambitious goal is part of a ramping up of TTC’s sustainability goals. It also forms part of its second annual Impact Report, which shares progress of the group’s five-year sustainability strategy, ‘How...
Universal Destinations & Experiences Launches ‘Halloween Horror Nights’ Las Vegas at The Devlin Hotel’s Stella Cinema
Fresh from Universal Destinations & Experiences, the creators of Halloween Horror Nights, the world's most popular global Halloween event is coming to a brand-new permanent residence in Las Vegas.
Yesterday evening (31st July) ITTN's Paul & Charly were invited to join Universal Destinations & Experiences...
US Golf Media Road Tests Irish Golf Offering
Around 33.5 million golf fans in the United States – and potential golf holidaymakers for Ireland – are set to read and hear all about Ireland's world-class golf offering, following a visit by leading American golf journalists, broadcasters, podcasters and influencers to Dublin and...
Chris Thompson to Retire as Brand USA President and CEO
Brand USA, the destination marketing organisation for the United States, has announced the impending retirement of Chris Thompson as President and CEO.
Mr Thompson will formally retire as of May 31, 2024. After a successful tenure of leading the organisation, Mr Thompson has decided to...
Shannon Airport Set for Highest August Bank Holiday Passenger Numbers in 5 Years
Shannon Airport is expecting 48,000 passengers to pass through its doors this coming weekend – which would count as its busiest August Bank Holiday weekend in 5 years.
The figure is a 25% increase on the same weekend last year and a 9% rise on...
The Verdict on the Culinary & Beverage Philosophy of Explora Journeys
ITTN's Shane Cullen is onboard Explora I, MSC's newest ship and part of her latest brand - Explora Journeys. Exceeding expectations the consensus is excellent from everyone I've encountered. This is ultra-luxury with a culinary and beverage offering living up to the brand ideology....
Pilgrim Hotspot Santiago de Compostela Considering Tourist Tax
Spanish city Santiago de Compostela – famous ending point for the Camino de Santiago pilgrim trails – is planning to introduce a tourism levy.
The move would be a way for the city’s officials to raise funds to protect the centre of the historic city,...
House of Peroni Nastro Azzurro Pop-Up Bar Makes Dublin Return
The ever-popular House of Peroni Nastro Azzurro pop-up bar makes its fiercely anticipated return, bringing a slice of Italy to Temple Bar from August 10th to 20th (except Mondays and Tuesdays).
Peroni Nastro Azzurro originally brought the famed, first of its kind brand experience...
Supplier Spotlight: NCL – The Perfect Time to Book!
Now is the perfect time for your customers to book their perfect holiday with NCL.
They’ll get 35% off all cruises and receive up to €300pp airfare credit on select cruises.
And, there is no better way to maximise their time - both onboard...
London’s Heathrow Airport Halves Losses and Increases Passenger Numbers
London’s Heathrow Airport has reported figures for the first half of 2023 – showing a halving of losses and a strong increase in passengers.
The UK’s largest airport reported a loss of £139m (€162m) for the first six months of this year; down from a...
Celebrity Cruises Boosts UK & Ireland Sales Team Ahead of ‘Celebrity Apex’ Arrival
Celebrity Cruises – the luxury arm of Royal Caribbean International – has expanded its award-winning UK & Ireland sale team.
Celebrity said the new additions will be joining across the summer, “bolstering the team to further support travel agents ahead of Celebrity Apex arriving into the UK in...
Korean Air Launches Exclusive Beer, ‘KAL’s Lager’
Korean Air has launched its own exclusive beer.
The beer – called ‘KAL’s Lager’ will be available to Korean Air passengers and will also go on general sale, in South Korea, through the Emart24 convenience store chain.
The beer will also be available in the...
MSC Cruises UK & Ireland Opens Sales for Summer 2025 Schedule
MSC Cruises UK & Ireland has announced the opening of sales for its Summer 2025 cruise schedule.
MSC has extended this opportunity to all its valued UK & Irish travel agents, “empowering them to offer their customers an exceptional selection of captivating itineraries across Northern...
Springboks Captain Siya Kolisi Appointed Global Brand Ambassador for South African Tourism
South Africa’s rugby captain, Siya Kolisi, has been announced as the new global brand ambassador for South African Tourism.
The world-acclaimed Springbok captain is part of a new global campaign that looks to celebrate the country’s excellence by profiling and partnering with South Africans...
ITTN Onboard Explora Journeys, MSC’s New Luxury Brand
With sturdy sea legs, Shane is setting sail for a 3-night cruise onboard the Explora I for a 3-night cruise departing Southampton before disembarking in Copenhagen on Tuesday. Explora I completed her sea trials in April of this year. She was delivered on the...
Travelmarvel Fam Trip – Amsterdam to Cologne by River Cruise
Travelmarvel hosted the Irish travel trade and ITTN onboard her new ship, Capella for a 2-night river cruise sailing from Amsterdam to Cologne. ITTN's Sharon Jordan and Shane Cullen joined the fam trip with Dawn Conway & Megan Bourke (Cassidy Travel), Jean Cussack (Icon...
Last Chance to Vote in ITTN’s Travel2Ireland Awards 2023 – Voting Closes on Monday!
The 31st of July marks the last day for voting in the ITTN Travel2Ireland Awards.
After this, we will issue a shortlist of 5 possible winners in each category with the winner announced on the 6th of October at a gala lunch in Dublin's...
Stena Line Confirms Normal Services Resumed on Rosslare-Fishguard and Belfast-Cairnryan Routes
Stena Line has confirmed that its normal summer sailing schedule has been restored on its Rosslare-Fishguard and Belfast-Cairnryan routes.
Services were impacted last week when an onboard incident resulted in the withdrawal of Stena Superfast VII on the Belfast-Cairnryan route.
Stena Superfast VII returned to service for the 19:30...
