ITTN Awards – The Wonderful Winners
The Irish Travel Trade Network (ITTN) Awards took place in the Clayton Hotel, Dublin 4 on Friday, 25 November. It was a star-studded event which saw the cream of the Irish Travel Outbound Industry celebrate an incredible year for the industry.
The winners on the...
London City Installing High-Tech Security Scanners
London City Airport has invested in new state-of-the-art CT scanners to improve airport security.
The upgrade means travellers can leave all items in their hand luggage, without removing laptops and liquids.
It was announced as part of a partnership with Leidos.
The new CT scanners will see...
Cyber Monday – Aer Lingus Sale
Time is ticking on your bargain flight deals!
Cyber Monday is upon us and you have until midnight tomorrow to grab some brilliant deals, including 25% off European flights.
Plus there's €100 off return fares to North America and €200 off Business Class fares.
Don't wait around-...
Princess Cruises Introduces Biometric Entry on San Diego Sailings
Princess Cruises has partnered with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for biometric entry into the Port of San Diego.
According to Jennifer De La O, CBP Director in San Diego the biometric facial comparison process is secure and contact-less.
San Diego is the latest seaport...
Scotland Has Become an Instagram Star After Surpassing 20 Million Hashtags
People have taken to putting photographs and videos of Scotland on Instagram in their droves. The majestic mountains and scenery have proven to be a huge hit, with new data revealing that “Scotland” has recently surpassed 20 million hashtags on the photo and video-sharing...
Etihad Airways to Stream all FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Matches Live
Football fans flying with Etihad Airways during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 can watch every match live onboard while in the air on Etihad’s E-BOX entertainment channels Sport 24 and Sport 24 Extra.
The live TV service is available onboard the airline’s fleet of...
Ryanair Continues Sporting Seat Sale Splurge with Cheltenham Special
Ryanair has continued its sporting springtime seat splurge by announcing 8,000 extra seats for horseracing punters headed to the 2023 Cheltenham Festival next March.
The move follows similar seat sales launched earlier this month. Last week, Ryanair added 10,000 seats for flights servicing Rugby’s Six...
ITTN Awards – All You Need to Know
Today's the day, the nails are done, the shirts are ironed, all that's left for you to do is show up at the Clayton Hotel for a fantastic night!
Here are some of the details you'll need to know for tonight.
ITTN is very excited...
Valencia Comes to the Shelbourne
The Shelbourne Hotel in Dublin welcomed guests hosted by the Spanish Tourism Office, the Region of Valencia Tourism Office and the Hospitality Federation as well as the Valencia Region Chamber of Commerce.
With flights to three of the Valencian cities (Valencia, Alicante and Castellon) this...
Hertz – Car Hire Made Easy
Hertz has been busy improving their trade offerings to ensure agents have something for all of your clients.
It is investing in a new agent reservation portal which will be launching in early 2023 with the aim of making it even easier to book...
Ultra Luxury with Silversea
Silversea is an ultra-luxury, all-inclusive cruise line renowned for extraordinary worldwide voyages aboard intimate ships.
Sailing to over 900 destinations spanning all seven continents, Silversea offers more destinations than any other cruise line.
Butler service; fine dining; beverages including wines, beers and spirits; onboard...
Black Friday – All the Best Offers All Wrapped Up
British Airways has Black Friday Deals to the USA & Mexico!
There are some great options in World Traveller/ Economy & Club World/Business Cabins.
Sale Highlights
Sale Dates 22-30 November
Travel Dates – All Dates Excluding June, July & August
Destinations: NYC, MIA, LAX, DFW, CHI, PHL, ORL, CLT,...
Spanish Tourism Office Launches Spain Specialist Program
The SPAIN SPECIALIST PROGRAM is a comprehensive free online training programme on Spain for travel agents, developed by the Spanish Tourism Office. With this tool, you will discover everything about Spain through its different courses: Basic, Advanced, Cultural routes and other products & autonomous regions.
It is designed for...
Climate Change: European Tourists’ Awareness Increases by 15%
Studies warning of the dangers of climate change and the latest ecological trends seem to have influenced consumer behaviour.
So much so that, analysis of European tourists shows they are modifying their behaviour, which has had the following results:
● CO2 compensation has increased by 15.2%
● The...
A Beacon for Irish Travellers in NYC – Hotel Beacon
Hotel Beacon on the Upper West Side of Manhattan has attracted Irish travellers for decades. ITTN's Shane Cullen spoke with Alexandra Rodriguez, Director of Sales & Marketing. Watch the interview to discover what's on the cards for 2023. Try the unique and useful room...
Irish Ferries Sees Passenger and Revenue Growth as ‘Some Normality’ Returns
Irish Ferries revenues and passenger numbers have increased significantly in the year to-date, with the ferry operator saying “some normality” has returned to its markets.
Irish Ferries generated revenues of €338m in the first 10 months of this year; up by 134% on the Covid-impacted...
Happy Thanksgiving to all our American Friends
Here's to enjoying the company of good friends and family.
Wishing everyone, especially our American friends a Happy Thanksgiving!
From all at ITTN.
Airports Could Ditch 100ml Liquid Restriction by 2024
The ban on liquids over 100ml in hand luggage could come to an end in 2024.
New technology would allow passengers to keep liquids of any amount in their bags and would also see the end of the requirement to remove laptops.
High-tech CT scanners would...
Explora Journeys Unveils Details of EXPLORA I Maiden Voyage
Explora Journeys - the luxury arm of MSC Cruises – has unveiled details of the maiden voyage for its first of six ships, EXPLORA I, that will set sail on 17 July 2023 from Southampton in the UK.
The brand will make its debut with...
Visit.Rio Relaunch Places Brazil Tourism in the Sun
Tourism in Rio de Janeiro got the spotlight it deserved with the relaunch of the digital Visit.Rio platform. The portal promotes tourist attractions and brings together all the essential information for those who want to visit the city.
To make this initiative possible, RioTur and the Rio...
