Shannon Airport Expects Surge in Passenger Numbers Over June Bank Holiday Weekend
Shannon Airport is gearing up for a surge in passenger traffic during the upcoming June Bank Holiday weekend, when over 42,000 passengers are expected to travel through the airport.
The airport has forecasted an impressive 18.5% increase in passenger numbers over the June Bank Holiday period compared to the same period...
Influencers Spread the Word About Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands in Britain
A group of popular influencers from Britain – who have a combined following of more than 560,000 on Instagram – explored Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands this week, as guests of Tourism Ireland and Fáilte Ireland.
The influencers – Jack Anstey (@jack_anste), Jasmin White (@thesecountryroads), Lou Archell...
ITTN Explores the Islands of Malta and Gozo
The ITTN exclusive fam trip, in conjunction with Visit Malta & Visit Gozo, enjoyed 4-nights on the Maltese Islands of Malta and Gozo.
ITTN's Shane Cullen brought competition winners Shane Coburn (The Holiday Shop), Trish O’Reilly (Cassidy Travel), Michelle McMullen (Click & Go), Lynne...
Royal Caribbean Reimagines Dining on ‘Icon of the Seas’
Royal Caribbean International’s Icon of the Seas is turning the tables in January 2024 with a superb lineup of dining experiences designed for every type of traveller.
There will be more than 20 new and signature ways to dine onboard, from restaurants to walkup windows, casual to upscale and live...
TUI Solidifies Finances and Sees Bookings Strengthen
Holiday giant TUI has said it has seen strong booking levels for the summer 2023 season, with customer demand high across all of its markets.
The company said its recent pre-summer booking levels have been above pre-pandemic sales seen at the same period in 2019,...
Emirates Brings the Bubbles to Premium Economy Class Passengers
As Emirates brings its distinctive travel experience of Premium Economy Class to more destinations - passengers in Premium Economy can now sample an exceptional sparkling wine that is a global exclusive to Emirates – Chandon Vintage Brut 2016.
As part of a robust beverage selection, the...
United Airlines’ Shannon-Chicago Service Officially Takes Off
Shannon Airport’s new Chicago service with United Airlines takes off today as the first flight takes to the skies towards the windy city.
At 8.50am this morning, excited passengers boarded the Boeing 757-200 aircraft departing at 9.30am, for the first daily seasonal Chicago service from Shannon bound for...
Ryanair Launches June Bank Holiday Flash Seat Sale
Ryanair has announced a flash June bank holiday sale with fares from just €24.99 on bookings made before Wednesday, 31 May for travel during the month of June.
These limited-time fares are available across Ryanair’s sunny hotspot destinations, such as Barcelona, Santiago, Santander, and Zagreb, as well...
MSC Euribia to Embark on World First Net Zero Cruise Voyage Next Week
MSC Cruises next week will operate the industry's first net zero greenhouse gas emissions voyage when its latest MSC Cruises flagship, the liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered MSC Euribia, leaves her shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France - where she is currently being built - on the...
Dublin Makes Top 10 List of Friendliest Cities in Europe
A new study by travel expert Bounce has ranked Dublin inside the Top 10 friendliest cities in Europe.
The survey ranks Dublin 10th most friendly European city break destination, with scores based on crime and safety levels, LGBTQ+ friendliness, happiness, pickpocketing levels, and overall friendliness.
Despite...
Newly Dublin Servicing El Al Narrows Quarterly Financial Losses
Israel's El Al Airlines - which recently entered the Irish market by launching a direct route from Dublin to Tel Aviv - has reported a narrowing of its losses.
New financial figures for the carrier show its first quarter losses come in at $34m. That...
Ethiopian Airlines CEO in Dublin as Carrier is Crowned Best in Africa
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s leading aviation group, has been crowned as the winner of Best Overall in Africa award at the 2023 APEX Passenger Choice Awards, at a ceremony held in Dublin, this week.
As ‘Best Overall in Africa’ winner, Ethiopian has taken the accolade for...
Lufthansa Agrees to Buy 41% Stake in Italy’s ITA Airways for €325m
Lufthansa has reached agreement to take a significant minority 41% stake in Italian carrier ITA Airways in return for pumping €325m of fresh capital into the airline.
Lufthansa Group chief executive Carsten Spohr said: "Today's agreement will lead to a win-win situation for Italy, ITA...
IPW 2023 Closes With a Bang!
Nearly 5,000 attendees from more than 60 countries including a strong delegation from Ireland gathered in San Antonio, Texas, May 20-24 for the 54th annual IPW — the travel industry's premier international marketplace and the largest generator of inbound travel to the United States.
Ireland well...
‘Robbie Our Hero’ Golf Classic
As we all know, there are many events being organised for our friend Robbie Smart. TIGS: Travel Industry Golf Society hosted a very successful golf event last week.
The next event being in Robbie's honour is a fundraising golf classic in Portarlington organised by is...
Penélope Cruz Named Brand Ambassador for Emirates
Oscar-winning Spanish movie star Penélope Cruz has been announced as brand ambassador for Emirates.
Ms Cruz will feature in the Dubai-based airline’s latest ad campaign and brand collaboration, which will launch during the summer.
In exclusive behind-the-scenes footage shot onboard a signature Emirates A380 aircraft, Cruz revealed...
Dublin Airport Eyeing Direct Flights to South America and Far East as Part of Long Haul Route Expansion
Dublin Airport is targeting direct routes to South America – specifically Brazil – and the Far East as part of an ambitious expansion of its long-haul route offerings.
Kenny Jacobs, the new chief executive of Daa – the airport operator which runs both Dublin and...
Sydney Opera House 50th Anniversary to Headline Australia’s Year of Cultural Attractions
Sydney Opera House celebrates its 50th anniversary this year.
The World Heritage-listed site – one of the most iconic symbols of modern Australia – will host a year-long festival in celebration, taking in 230 separate events.
Throughout 2023 the 50th anniversary celebrations will highlight the very...
Emirates Announces WiFi Connectivity for All Passenger Classes
A recent enhancement to Emirates’ inflight connectivity means that all Emirates passengers in every class of travel can enjoy some form of free connectivity once they sign up to Emirates Skywards, the airline’s loyalty programme.
The development has resulted in an additional 30,000 Economy Class passengers...
More Hotel Options in London and Mainland Europe as Radisson Expands its Art’otel Brand
Radisson is expanding its city centre art-inspired hotel chain Art’otel in the UK and mainland Europe; with new openings due in London, Rome and Zagreb.
The chain already exists in Cologne, Berlin, London, and Amsterdam.
The new London Art’otel will be in Hoxton and follows the...
