Diageo Opens Premium Cocktail and Spirits Bar in Dublin Airport Terminal 2
Guinness and Baileys owner Diageo Ireland has opened a new bar at Dublin Airport.
Tailors Bar has opened in Terminal 2 as a premium cocktail and spirit “experience”.
According to Diageo, Tailors Bar takes its design inspiration from “the world of fashion and fine tailoring to...
INS Celebrates 30 Years in the Business of Supporting the Irish Travel Trade
International Network Systems Limited was formed in 1993 by founder and managing director Tom Coade to provide Information Technology skills and solutions to an exploding marketplace in both Ireland and the UK. INS was set up as a one-stop shop company to provide Integrated Information...
Stay Sustainably With TUI Green & Fair Hotels: 69% of Tourists Are Planning to Travel Sustainably in 2023
Sustainable travel is an emerging trend with 69% of tourists planning to travel sustainably in 2023 (World Travel and Tourism Council Research, 2023).
Each of TUI's Green & Fair Hotels has a commitment to supporting local communities, looking after the environment, and creating more sustainable holiday options...
2023 Solheim Cup Set for Spain
The Solheim Cup, the most significant women's golf competition in the world, will take place on the Costa del Sol from September 18 to September 24. The event gives visitors a unique opportunity to discover the destination, known as the Costa del Golf, and...
Almost 80% of Irish Consumers Making Cutbacks to Prioritise Travel Expenditure, Study Shows
Nearly 80% of people in Ireland are currently making daily financial cutbacks in order to prioritise for travel expenses, according to a new survey by payments facilitation giant PayPal.
The PayPal study reveals that 85% of Irish consumers either have or are planning to book...
Ryanair Passengers Through Birmingham Airport Warned of Strike Disruption
Ryanair passengers travelling through Birmingham Airport have been warned to expect potential flight disruption this summer, with staff planning strike action later this month.
Approximately 100 security staff and terminal technicians are, reportedly, set for a continuous strike starting on July 18.
They are striking over...
Tourism Ireland Pushes Irish Golf Tourism Message at British Masters
Tourism Ireland, together with four tourism companies from Ireland, has been continuing to market Ireland as a golf tourism destination - most recently appearing at last week's British Masters tournament at The Belfry.
One of the DP World Tour’s annual golf competitions, the British Masters...
Ballygally Castle Hotel Completes €117k Refurbishment
Ballygally Castle in Co Antrim, a prominent hotel along the Causeway Coastal route and part of the Hastings Hotels Group, has successfully concluded a €117,000 investment programme.
The 17th century castle overlooking Ballygally Bay has undergone several improvements, including the renovation of its main lounge, the...
ITTN Interviews NYC Tourism & Conventions
Watch the first of ITTN's exclusive interview series exploring the latest and greatest on offer across the 5 boroughs of New York City. The first sees Shane Cullen interview Reginald Charlot from New York City Tourism & Conventions (formerly known as NYC & Company).
ITTN's...
Hainan Airlines Restarts Dublin-Beijing Direct Route
China's Hainan Airlines has restarted its direct route from Dublin to Beijing.
The route resumed on June 27 and will operate two weekly flights – on Tuesdays and Saturdays – until early October.
Hainan has 11 routes linking western Europe to China.
According to Vincent Harrison, Chief...
Stansted Airport Planning Terminal Expansion
London’s Stansted Airport – Ryanair’s main hub in the UK – has announced plans to submit a planning application for an extension to its existing terminal building.
If approved, Stansted would build a more spacious departure lounge and add more shops, bars and restaurants.
The...
Travel Counsellors Unveils New Brand Identity
Travel Counsellors has unveiled a refreshed brand identity as the company builds on its outstanding momentum of record sales and looks to its 30th anniversary.
The rebrand comes as a result of extensive market research, including insights from TCs, customers and clients, which - coupled with...
Ryanair Passenger Numbers Surge 9%
Ryanair carried 17.4 million passengers across its route network last month, equating to a 9% year-on-year increase for June.
The airline's load factor - which measures how full its planes are - was unchanged, at 95%, from June of last year.
On a rolling 12-month basis,...
Daa Awarded ‘Business Working Responsibly Mark’ Certification
Daa, the operator of Dublin and Cork airports, has been certified to the Business Working Responsibly Mark, which is considered the gold standard for Corporate Social Responsibility and sustainability in Ireland.
daa said the award from Business in the Community Ireland, which is independently audited,...
Killashee Hotel Conference Facilities Upgraded as Part of €5m Investment
Following the completion of the first phase of the refurbishment of the four-star Killashee Hotel by new owner FBD Hotels & Resorts, the conference facilities at the hotel have undergone a major transformation as part of the €5m investment, which runs up to the...
Adventure Tour Operator Explore Launches Foundation to Support Local Community Projects
Leading small group adventure tour operator Explore has announced the launch of the Explore Foundation.
It’s central mission is to positively impact the lives of communities worldwide by supporting grassroots projects that target poverty, increase access to education and healthcare, and promote conservation.
A registered charity,...
Farewell Andy McKenna
It is with heavy hearts we share that Andy McKenna has passed away. Known to all in the Irish travel industry, Andy McKenna, father of Stephen McKenna and uncle of Mary McKenna, blazed an impressive trail of travel across Ireland and further afield. His...
Island Marketing and Emirates Announce June Winners of Kuramathi Maldives Fam Trip
Island Marketing and Emirates have announced the latest winners to its Fam Trip to Kuramathi Maldives.
The June winners are: Jaclyn Joyce (Travel Focus) and Susan Ryan (Travel Counsellors).
There are still 3 more places up for grabs. Two will be drawn in July and the...
City of Dreams Mediterranean Lands Three Prestigious Awards Ahead of Grand Opening
City of Dreams Mediterranean, Cyprus’ latest tourist attraction and Europe’s first integrated resort, has won big at this year’s European Property Awards, even before it has officially opened its doors to the public.
Set to officially open its doors next week, on July 10, City...
