UK Travel Writer Simon Calder Promotes Wild Atlantic Way
Tourism Ireland has partnered with UK daily newspaper The Independent and its well-known and respected travel journalist Simon Calder, to encourage travellers in Britain to consider a holiday or short break along the Wild Atlantic Way.
Tourism Ireland in London invited Simon Calder to come and film...
TIPTO Marks 25th Anniversary with Client Wins
Tour operator support group TIPTO has marked its 25th anniversary by signing up two new clients - global B2B accommodation wholesaler, Yalago; and DriveAway, the global trade only car hire and motorhome broker.
TIPTO Chairman, Richard Forde said: “Year 25 is shaping up to be...
Barbados Tourism Gives Flavour of October’s Food and Rum Festival 2023
Barbados shone brightly at the prestigious National Geographic Traveller Food Festival 2023 in London, from July 15th to 16th.
The tourist board provided a flavour-packed weekend with the representation of award-winning mixologists Phillip Casanova Antoine and Alexander Da Vinci, and Chef Seth Hasin-Bromley.
Barbados...
Celebrity Cruises Unveils Culinary Options Awaiting Onboard ‘Celebrity Ascent’
Celebrity Cruises has announced the flavours and culinary experiences guests can expect on the upcoming and highly anticipated Celebrity Ascent ship.
Celebrity Ascent will feature redesigned restaurants, immersive dinners, and expanded food and drink menus.
With onboard whiskey tasting, and a plant-based multi-course dinner –...
Tourism Contributed €13.5bn to Economy in 2019, CSO Stats Show
Tourism contributed €13.5bn to the Irish economy in 2019 – the year prior to the Covid crisis – accounting for 4.4% of total Gross Value Added (GVA), with the EU average ratio being 4.5% for the same year.
This latest data from the Central Statistics...
Etihad Brings Superjumbo Back to London Heathrow-Abu Dhabi Route
Etihad Airways has announced the return to service of its so-called 'Superjumbo' - the Airbus A380 - on its London Heathrow to Abu Dhabi route.
It is one of four Superjumbo A380s in Etihad's fleet.
The plane made its official return on a special flight, today,...
Water Safety Message Urged Ahead of August Bank Holiday
Minister of State with responsibility for the Irish Coast Guard, Jack Chambers TD, has urged members of the public to take the time to follow water safety advice and take precautions ahead of any water-based activity.
Globally, 236,000 lives are lost to drowning every year,...
Last Chance to Win in ITTN’s National Travel Agent Day Giveaway Bonanza!
This is the last chance to enter ITTN’s National Travel Agent Day Giveaway, which closes on Wednesday.
We want to hear from you, what you like, what you want more of and what you think of what we do. In honour of the occasion and...
Shannon Airport Posts Record Passenger Figures for First Time in Over 10 Years
Shannon Airport has reported record-breaking passenger figures for the first six months of this year – the first time it has done so in more than 10 years.
The airport, which has been experiencing increased demand for overseas travel since last year, recorded 902,603 passengers...
IATA Opposes Brussels Airport Night Flight Ban Proposal
A proposed ban on night flights at Brussels Airport “should be scrapped”, aviation industry group, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has stated.
The ban has been proposed by Belgium’s Minister for Mobility Georges Gilkinet. IATA said the proposal is “premature”, claiming it ignores Belgium’s...
From Craft Beer Bars to Cat Cafés: A Short Cut Around Barcelona
If you are looking for a city break that literally ticks every box and gives bang for your buck, Barcelona will be a clear contender every time. It’s a great destination to bring kids to as it’s so accessible.
It's impossible to cram everything this...
TUI Extends Rhodes Cancellations Up to and Including Friday; Ryanair Still Flying
TUI – the world’s largest holiday tour operator – has cancelled all flights from Ireland and the UK to Rhodes up to and including Friday.
The operator had, initially, cancelled all outbound flights up to tonight/Wednesday morning. It is also operating repatriation flights off the...
Etihad Rated One of Most Punctual Airlines in the World
Etihad Airways has been ranked among the most on-time airlines in the Middle East and one of the most punctual carriers worldwide.
In the first half of 2023, Etihad achieved an on-time arrival performance rating within 15 minutes of 83.4%.
In its Punctuality League ratings...
Intrepid and Hays Travel to Trek the Inca Trail for Charity
Intrepid and Hays Travel are taking on a new challenge for charity this year and teaming up to trek the Inca Trail.
The group of 17, which includes Hays Travel and Intrepid staff, will journey to Peru for the trek to Machu Picchu this September....
Hablo to Return to Dublin with ‘Hablo Unplugged’ on Thursday, June 13, 2024
Travel industry digital social network provider Hablo has announced that it will be returning to Dublin with its popular ‘Hablo Unplugged’ event next summer, following this year’s successful staging last month.
ITTN was delighted to be the media partner for the Hablo Unplugged VIP Agent...
APT & Travelmarvel Irish Fam Trip with ITTN
ITTN's Sharon Jordan and Shane Cullen are off to experience a 2-night river cruise with the Irish travel trade onboard the new Travelmarvel ship, Capella. Joining the fam trip is Dawn Conway (Cassidy Travel), Jean Cussack (Icon Travel), Stella Grant (O Hanrahan Travel), Katrina...
Still Time to Win in ITTN’s Agent Bonanza for National Travel Agent Day
ITTN's National Travel Agent Day Giveaway is running for two more days this week.
We want to hear from you, what you like, what you want more of and what you think of what we do. In honour of the occasion and continuing with...
Supplier Spotlight: Etihad Business Class from Dublin – A World-Class Travel Experience with Armani Casa Enhancements
When it comes to luxury air travel, Etihad Airways' Business Class from Dublin stands out as one of the best business class products in the aviation industry.
Offering unparalleled comfort, exceptional service, and innovative amenities, this premium travel experience redefines the concept of flying...
CLIA Refutes Amsterdam Cruise ‘Ban’ Rumours
Industry group Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has refuted reports that Amsterdam is banning cruise ship visits.
It was widely reported, late last week, that Amsterdam would be clamping down on big cruise visits in a bid to lower overcrowding and lessen tourism-related pollution.
A Cruise...
MSC Cruises Introduces Improved ‘Future Cruise Programme’ to Benefit Travel Agents
MSC Cruises has introduced a new and improved ‘Future Cruise Programme’ designed to benefit travel agents and the line’s guests when a customer who had used an agency for their holiday at sea books their next sailing while onboard.
The original agents will receive full...
