Qatar Airways Launches Travel Packages for the Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix 2023
Qatar Airways and Qatar Airways Holidays have announced the launch of exclusive travel packages for F1 races this season, in partnership with F1 as their Global Partner and Official Airline. These travel packages offer fans the opportunity to experience the high-octane action of F1...
Irish Travel Software Firm Datalex Successfully Renews 3-Year Partnership With Air China
Datalex, a leading provider of digital airline retail products and software solutions, has announced a three-year renewal deal with Air China, making them the first customer in the region to benefit from Datalex's latest version of its China Shopping and Pricing product, specifically designed...
Air New Zealand Announces Economy Class Bunk Beds
Air New Zealand is breaking with traditional air travel standards and aiming to provide a more comfortable and restful experience for all passengers. Historically, the opportunity to sleep soundly while flying has been reserved for those who could afford first and business class lie-flat...
RIP Peter McGinnity
Peter McGinnity, formerly of McGinnity Travel and Atlantic Travel, passed away suddenly and peacefully on Monday the 10th April 2023.
Peter served as an ITAA board member and was closely involved with the Association for many years.
He is the father of current ITAA Board member Emma...
Protected: Road Trips USA – Self Drive Itineraries with Something for Everyone
Over the next 8 weeks, Brand USA will be highlighting eight exciting road trip itineraries, for you to share with your clients. As your official guide, Brand USA will show you a diverse range of unique experiences that are all within your reach… From...
Riverside River Cruises Host Sunway Agents
ITTN's Industry expert Deirdre Sweeny was recently hosted onboard Riverside Cruises ship 'The Mozart'. The ship sailed from Vienna to Maelk and back. This was an introductory cruise, the ship will normally be sailing the Danube route.
The 5-star luxury ship holds...
The Shannon Airport Group Appoints Two New Board Members
The Chair and CEO of The Shannon Airport Group today welcomed the appointment of two new directors to the Board of The Shannon Airport Group. The Minister for the Environment, Climate, Communications, and Transport, Eamon Ryan, TD, has appointed Aisling Curtis, Strategy and Sustainability...
Boeing Sees Aircraft Deliveries Jump As The 787 Returns
Boeing reported a surge in the delivery of new jetliners last month, with the return of the long-range 787 Dreamliner contributing to the increase. As a result, the American aircraft manufacturer has surpassed its European competitor, Airbus, in terms of both deliveries and new...
Air Canada Names New CFO
Air Canada has announced that John Di Bert will take over the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer from Amos Kazzaz, who will be retiring on June 30, 2023.Mr Di Bert currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer of Clarios International...
Air France Partners with Renowned Chef Amandine Chaignot on Spring-Summer Menu
Starting from April and continuing till September 2023, Air France customers are in for a treat as Amandine Chaignot, a renowned French chef, collaborates with the airline for the first time. The talented chef has curated an assortment of new vegetarian dishes that will...
ITIC Estimate 1.7m International Arrivals Came To Ireland In Q1, Down 16% On 2019
The number of foreign tourists who visited Ireland during the first quarter of this year remained 16% lower than the same period in 2019, according to data collected by the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation (ITIC).
The data showed that 1.7 million people traveled to Ireland...
Etihad’s ‘Sustainable Aviation’ Ads Banned Over ‘Misleading’ Environmental Claims
The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned Etihad Airways’ sustainable aviation ad campaign, stating that it is misleading to consumers regarding the airline's sustainability credentials.
The ads claimed that flying with Etihad was a "conscious choice for the planet" and promoted a "louder,...
Marriott Vacations Worldwide Launches The Marriott Vacation Clubs
Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation, a prominent player in the leisure travel industry known for its reputable travel brands, has launched The Marriott Vacation Clubs. This collection comprises over 90 high-end resorts bearing the Marriott, Sheraton, and Westin Vacation Club brands.
As a part of the...
Oceanbooking.com Now Fully Guaranteed by CAR
Oceanbooking.com specialise in package holidays to Tenerife direct from Dublin on Aer Lingus every Saturday until October.
Fully guaranteed by CAR, Oceanbooking.com feature well known hotels including the Spring group such as Vulcano, Bitacora and Arona properties. These 3 hotels offer private transfers as part...
Princess Cruises Unveils New Signature Seafood Restaurant ‘The Catch by Rudi’
The collaboration between Princess Cruises and Chef Rudi Sodamin has led to the creation of a new specialty seafood restaurant called The Catch by Rudi. This restaurant will make its debut on Enchanted Princess, which will come out of dry dock on April 15....
Air Canada And Amadeus Expand Strategic Partnership
As New Distribution Capability (NDC) technology continues to present new opportunities for airlines worldwide, Air Canada and Amadeus have strengthened their partnership. Air Canada will allow access to its complete range of NDC-sourced content via the Amadeus Travel Platform, utilizing Amadeus' IT solution, Altéa...
Silversea Cruises Collaborates With World Renowned Mirazur Restaurant
Silversea Cruises, the ultra-luxury cruise line, has established a unique partnership with the three Michelin-starred restaurant Mirazur, led by the renowned Chef Mauro Colagreco, to provide guests with an immersive and exclusive culinary experience on the French Riviera. As part of Silversea's S.A.L.T. culinary...
Princess Cruises Offers Longest Ever World Cruise
Princess Cruises has announced its longest voyage ever in 2025 - a 116-day World Cruise covering over 33,500 nautical miles across 51 destinations in 26 countries and six continents. The journey includes visits to Australia, New Zealand & the South Pacific, the Mediterranean, Central...
Emergency Declared At Dublin Airport After Issue With Plane’s Landing Gear
Dublin Airport declared an emergency on Sunday due to a technical issue with a plane's nose-landing gear during landing. Ryanair reported that the flight from Liverpool to Dublin encountered "a minor technical issue with its nose-landing gear upon landing". Emergency services responded to the...
Carnival Cruise Line Prepares For Busy Alaska Season
Carnival Cruise Line is adding new experiences to its already popular shore excursions and will be introducing their newest addition to the fleet, the Carnival Luminosa, to U.S. waters for the first time this season. The Carnival Miracle will start off the Alaska season...
