Technology system Travelport has launched a new partnership with Trainline. As part of the agreement, Trainline’s content from major rail operators in Europe will be integrated into Travelport. Global agents connected to Travelport will now be able to manage and book cross-European rail offers as seamlessly...

Dublin has been ranked 7th as the world's most unique travel destination. New research from William Russell has revealed Dublin as 7th in a list of unique travel destinations. The study ranked cities based on the number of unique, hidden and interesting things to do as...

Wendy Wu is this week's Supplier of the Week. Wendy Wu Tours is the UK and Ireland’s leading award-winning tour operator specialist to China, Japan & Southeast Asia. The company launched a new Central Asia & Middle East holidays collection in 2019 and now operates over...

Etihad is increasing its weekly schedule from Dublin. The airline will have 4x flights weekly from 28 March 2022. Services will operate with economy and business class. The schedule will further increase to 5x weekly flights from 17 May 2022. Effective from 28 March 2022 Flight EY42Dublin→Abu Dhabi09:30→19:45Mon,...

New rules surrounding Covid certs and international travel will come into effect from tomorrow, 1 February. All travellers will be required to have had a second vaccination within 9 months, proof of recovery within the past 6 months or a booster vaccination in order to...

Want to claim a 7 night holiday in the stunning Solmar Villas? Well here's your chance! For every Solmar Villas booking an agent makes between 1 February and 31 March 2022, they are automatically entered into a draw for a 7-night stay in a...

Save up to 35% with this week’s holiday deals from Emirates Holidays. Whether you’re looking for an action-packed holiday to Dubai or a relaxing retreat to the Maldives you won’t want to miss out on the following offers, which include return flights from Dublin. Specialising exclusively...

Celebrity Cruises is giving agents to win a trip for two among the new Celebrity Beyond. The Race to Beyond campaign will see 20 more agents win a place on an exclusive trade sailing onboard the new-luxury ship.They will also be able to bring one...

Bali will start welcoming back travellers from all countries from later this week. Bali officially opened to visitors from China, New Zealand, and Japan among other countries in mid-October, there has since been no direct flights. Vaccinated visitors will still have to do between 5 and...

MSC Cruises is to extend its Arabian Gulf season by repositioning MSC Bellissima from Saudi Arabia. MSC Bellissima will take over from MSC Virtuosa and operate seven-night cruises, calling at Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sir Bani Yas, all UAE, and Doha, Qatar. It is currently operating seven-day...

NYC & Company launches Asian experiences ahead of Lunar New Year. The Asian Experience in NYC features new Koreatown, Chinatown, Sunset Park and Flushing neighbourhood itineraries. There is also a guide to Malaysian culture in New York City; special interviews with Asian community leaders, including Moonlynn Tsai and Yin Chang and more. Across the five boroughs, celebrations...

Ryanair has reported a loss of €96m for the final three months of 2021. Its passenger numbers jumped 286pc year-on-year to 31.1 million for the three month period, according to an update from the airline. Neil Sorahan, chief financial officer said that Omicron’s emergence hit “close...

Visit Orlando has launched a reimagined learning platform for travel agents. The Orlando Travel Academy platform offers travel agents quick access to sales resources, digital brochures, maps, itineraries and an on-demand training curriculum. https://orlandotravelacademy.com/ New features include: • In-depth modules, webinars and training videos to educate travel...

Royal Caribbean International took delivery of Wonder of the Seas, the newest ship in its fleet.   Wonder will make its official debut in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on March 4, to begin sailing 7-night cruises to the Caribbean. It will then head to Barcelona, Spain; and Rome to offer summer adventures in the Mediterranean.  A traditional flag-changing ceremony took place in Marseille, France, with shipyard partner Chantiers de l’Atlantique. Welcoming Wonder to the Royal Caribbean family was Royal Caribbean Group Chairman Richard Fain, Royal Caribbean...

Emerald Star has announced a flash sale with up to 25% off bookings. Emerald Star operates boating holidays on Europe’s inland waterways, and visits nine countries across 17 regions. The offer is valid across all of Emerald Star’s cruising destinations in France, Belgium and Holland...

Intrepid Travel has acquired US-based active and outdoor adventure tour operator Wildland Trekking. The acquisition will boost the total number of US tours offered by Intrepid to 57. It follows the recent launch of 38 new tours in the US, due to start later this...

After nearly two years, many of us are raring to put our passports to good use in 2022. But when it comes to travel, is it better to make the most with long weekends away, or blow your holiday allowance on one mega trip? Here are...

Disney Cruise Line has revealed plans for Pixar-themed cruises in 2023. The cruises will sail for seven nights across the Caribbean from 2023. Ports of call include Tortola, British Virgin Islands; St Thomas, US Virgin Islands; and the line’s private island Disney Castaway Cay in...

Abu Dhabi has announced the launch of 50 Best Week Abu Dhabi. The eight-day culinary festival will showcase the city’s vibrant gastronomic experiences and some of its finest restaurants. From 4 to 11 February 2022, renowned international chefs will provide insights into their food philosophy...

Travel Partners Group has announced their four-date roadshow scheduled for 2022. Waterford - Dooleys Hotel on Thursday, 5 May Cork - Clancys Bar on Thursday, 19 MayBallinasloe - Shearwater Hotel on Thursday, 8 SeptDundalk - Imperial Hotel on Thursday, 22 Sept Alan Sparling commented on behalf of...