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Your Chance to Win €150 Voucher, Courtesy of Princess

Starting 1st October, Princess is giving you the chance to win one of sixteen €150 vouchers throughout the month! Each week, the top sellers will be rewarded, so there are plenty of opportunities to win. To take part, simply focus on making as many bookings as...

Three Million Germans to Read All About Derry’s Cultural Charm

Six German journalists, writing for various print and online media outlets with a combined reach of around 3 million readers, have been exploring Derry-Londonderry, as guests of Tourism Ireland and Tourism NI.  The group’s itinerary was designed to shine a spotlight on the city’s rich...

CroisiEurope Launches First Ever Paddlewheel Cruises on the Seine

European river cruise operator, CroisiEurope is launching the first-ever paddlewheel cruises on the Seine with the introduction of two brand new itineraries onboard its elegant paddlewheel ship, the MS R.E. Waydelich L.J. in 2026. The five-night Little Gems of the Seine cruise round trip from Paris passes...

Jamie Loizou Appointed Managing Director – International Markets at AmaWaterways River Cruises

AmaWaterways has announced the appointment of Jamie Loizou as Managing Director – International Markets, further strengthening its leadership team as the award-winning river cruise company continues to expand across the globe. Jamie, who shared the news this week, steps into the role with a wealth...

United Airlines Launches Remote Baggage Screening Service on Select International Routes

United Airlines has launched a new US Customs and Borders Protection (CBP) initiative, the International Remote Baggage Screening (IRBS), for connecting passengers with checked bags that eliminates re-checking bags on select international routes, making the connecting experience even easier and reducing potential missed connections....

EasyJet Named Airline of the Year at World Routes Awards

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EasyJet has won the Airline of the Year award at World Routes, recognising the UK low fares carrier for its sustainable network development and collaborative partnerships with airports and destinations. The prestigious award comes as the airline gets set to celebrate 30 years of travel. The...

Trigon Hotels Celebrates Eight Team Members with Combined 125 Years of Service

Trigon Hotels - the Cork-based group which owns and operates the Metropole Hotel, Cork Airport Hotel, and Cork International Hotel - is celebrating a group of eight team members who have worked with the group for a combined 125 years. The group honoured the team...

Carnival Corporation Posts Record Profits and Revenue and Sees Strong Booking Trends Continue

Carnival Corporation - the world's largest cruise company and owner of the likes of Cunard, Princess Cruises, Carnival Cruise Line and Seabourn - has posted record profits and revenues for the third quarter of its financial year - with net income amounting to $1.9bn...

Supplier Spotlight: Discover the Mekong in Luxury with Scenic Cruises

Step aboard the luxurious Scenic Spirit and let the Mekong River sweep you into a world of vibrant colour, rich culture, and timeless tradition. From bustling towns to tranquil villages, every moment reveals the magic of Southeast Asia – where every detail is all-inclusive,...

Thailand DMC Khiri Travel Named Most Sustainable Travel Company at TTG Travel Awards

Thailand-based destination marketing company Khiri Travel has won the “Outstanding Achievement Award for Most Sustainable Travel Company” at the TTG Travel Awards. In its submission, Khiri Travel emphasised key elements of its responsible tourism work over the last 32 years, such as its commitment to...

IATA Urges Governments to Address Carbon Credit Issue for Airlines

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The International Air Transport Association (IATA), together with carbon market stakeholders, is calling on governments worldwide to urgently address the extremely limited supply of carbon credits available for airlines to fulfill their obligations under the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA). Specifically, the...

USA in Danger of Losing Competitive Tourism Edge, WTTC Warns

The USA is expected to see a $12.5bn drop in tourist visitor spending this year, leaving annual growth at a mere 0.7%. That is according to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), which has published its latest state of the global tourism industry report...

Tourism Chiefs Express Concerns Over Latest Slump in Visitor Spending Levels

Tourism chiefs have expressed concern over latest figures showing a severe drop in tourist visitor spend in Ireland towards the end of the summer. New monthly figures from the Central Statistics Agency (CSO) show a year-on-year increase of just 1% - to 772,800 – in...

Windstar Cruises Announces Limited-Time ‘Ways to Winter’ Credit & All-Inclusive Offer

Luxury small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises has announced a limited-time promotion - Ways to Winter - inviting travellers to turn winter on its head and experience the season like never before. From now through to October 7, Windstar is offering a free all-inclusive...

AVEA Calls for Urgent Aid in Budget as Visitor Numbers Still Lag Pre-Pandemic Levels

The Association of Visitor Experiences and Attractions (AVEA) has called for urgent policy measures to aid the domestic and inbound tourism market in Budget 2026, the details of which will be unveiled by Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe on Tuesday of next week. AVEA said priorities...

MSC Cruises Includes Belfast International Airport on Fly & Cruise Summer 2026 Roster with Jet2.com

MSC Cruises UK & Ireland has launched its brand-new Fly & Cruise packages for Summer 2026, with flight seats secured from Belfast International Airport, Edinburgh and Manchester, in partnership with Jet2.com. This expansion marks a 42% increase in seats and availability compared to 2025, offering convenient connections to popular Mediterranean destinations including Naples, Palma...

Europe Still Dominating World Travel & Tourism, WTTC Global Summit Hears

Europe remains the beating heart of international tourism, with five of the world’s top 10 most powerful Travel & Tourism markets by GDP, found in the continent. That is according to new research by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), which shows the global...

Holiday Inn Express Trials Industry-First Breakfast Scent Alarm Clock in Australia & New Zealand

Holiday Inn Express has introduced – for a limited time – the hotel industry’s first scent-based alarm clock; doing away with an alarm tone and replacing it with a diffuser-style scent comprising various tempting breakfast options. The trial, however, is only being carried out across...

Tourism Ireland Hosts Annual B2B Travel Trade Workshops in Amsterdam and Brussels

Ireland is in the spotlight in the Netherlands and Belgium this week – as Tourism Ireland hosts its annual B2B travel trade workshops in Amsterdam and Brussels. Tourism companies from across Ireland – from diverse hotels, whiskey distillery experiences and activity providers to visitor attractions...

United Airlines Granted Approval for Starlink WiFi Rollout on International Fleet

United Airlines has received FAA (US Federal Aviation Administration) certification for its first 737-800 international commercial aircraft equipped with high-speed WiFi connectivity installed by telecommunications company, Starlink, which is part of Elon Musk’s SpaceX group. The FAA certification process involves approval of the design, installation,...

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