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EasyJet launches new flexible booking policy for Spanish bookings

easyJet holidays has launched a new flexible booking policy for all Spanish destination bookings, up to 31 December 2021. The revised policy means anyone who cannot meet the entry requirements (like proof of vaccination status for children aged between 12 and 17) can cancel...

Pfizer booster effective against Omicron, says Israeli health minister

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Those who have had a Pfizer booster jab or have recently been double vaccinated should be protected against the Omicron variant, Israel's health minister has said. Speaking on Tuesday (30 November) on a hospital visit, health minister Nitzan Horowitz said that early signs were positive...

MSC Virtuosa to return to Southampton for summer season

MSC Cruises has today (2 December) announced MSC Virtuosa will return to Southampton for the European summer season. The 2022 season will be the ships’ second summer season following a successful inaugural season sailing round the British Isles, with the high demand for these sailings...

5 reasons to visit Valencia in 2022

Valencia is a unique combination of the traditional, avant-garde and sustainable. A vibrant city with its long sandy beaches and great cultural offerings make it the destination to visit in 2022. 1. Celebrate Valencian design In 2022, València will be crowned...

Man of the house: The Home Alone house is available to book on Airbnb

Home Alone fans can now live out their childhood dreams by spending the night in the film's iconic house. The house - home to the McCallister family in the Christmas classic - has been made available on Airbnb for one night only. Located in the Chicago...

Riveria Travel releases 2023 America tours

Riveria Travel has announced its full America 2023 tour programme is now on sale. Eleven itineraries are on offer, including the USA, Canada and Latin America. The itinerary runs from January to November 2023. Among the highlights is a 14-day trip to Deep South USA...

Ryanair announces partnership with Junta De Andalucia

Ryanair has announced a partnership with Junta de Andalucía to further boost tourism recovery across the Spanish region.  As the most southern region in Spain, Andalucía is famous for its Moorish architecture, clear-blue rivers, and mouth-watering food. Ryanair’s Director of Marketing, Dara Brady said: "We are...

IATA says global air cargo demand is up 9.4%

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Global demand for international air cargo rose to 9.4% this year. according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). In a statement, it showed the demand for global air cargo continued to be well above pre-crisis levels, compared to October 2019. Capacity constraints have also eased...

Announcement: ITTN confirms acquisition of Travel Times Magazine and traveltimes.ie

Irish Travel Trade Network (ITTN) confirmed the acquisition of Travel Times Magazine and traveltimes.ie from journalist and media personalities Ed Finn and Isabel Conway. Traveltimes. ie will join Travel2ireland.ie as our consumer-direct media platforms for both the outbound and inbound travel sectors respectively.  Sharon Jordan, Owner...

U.S. considering tighter restrictions for travellers

The Biden Administration is considering stricter testing requirements for all incoming travellers. According to a report in the New York Times, the additional measures under discussion include self-quarantining and retesting several days after arrival. They are also looking to require all travellers to take their PCR...

Win an One4All Voucher with Classic Resorts

Classic Resorts are offering a €30 One4All Voucher for travel agents per booking confirmed between 1st December to 31st December. Why not chase up those outstanding enquiries and bag yourself a voucher for the festive period! We feature some fantastic destinations with the best prices. Caribbean...

Princess Cruises reveals Godmothers of Enchanted Princess

Princess Cruises today revealed the godmothers of Enchanted Princess and announced details about the naming ceremony of the new MedallionClass ship. Captain Lynn Danaher, Dr. Vicki Ferrini and Jenifer Austin, members of The Explorers Club, will serve as the godmothers for the 3,660-guest Enchanted Princess. Since its...

Hotelbeds launches Compass Pro

Hotelbeds has followed last year's Compass tool for web clients by launching the Compass Pro for API clients. The tool is designed to help travel consultants tap into market trends and demand while providing them with a unique insight - all in one place. "Through a...

NCL to release new Alaska episode in EMBARK series

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced a new EMBARK episode that focuses on Alaska. “Adventure Alaska” looks at the experiences guests can expect when cruising Alaska with NCL and includes visits to Skagway, Anchorage and Denali, Alaska. The two-part series will be available to watch from...

Robin Shaw appointed new chief executive of Riveria Travel

Robin Shaw has been appointed chief operating officer of Riviera Travel. He will be responsible for product development, commercial activity and operations at the company. Former Saga Travel chief executive Shaw has been working in a consultancy capacity since August. Shaw has previously held senior roles at...

Gobbledygook: Ryanair dismisses new travel advice

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Michael O'Leary has dismissed the latest travel advice issued by NPHET to the Government as "ineffective and inappropriate gobbledygook." The Ryanair boss took issue with the new rules requiring all incoming passengers to present either a negative PCR or antigen test that will be effective...

‘Tis the season: 11 of the world’s greatest Christmas illuminations

With the days getting shorter and darker, nothing soothes the soul as much as strolling through brilliant festive light displays with a hot drink in hand. Below, discover 11 of the world’s most spectacular Christmas illuminations worth travelling for this season.  And if you want...

Taxi by air: how sustainable aircraft could work

Ever wanted to fly on an electric plane? Well, soon you might be able to... Several companies are betting they can bring electric urban air travel to market within the next few years, which will help passengers travel distances without the need for a conventional...

Arrivals to Ireland will need a negative Covid test from Friday

A negative antigen or PCR test will be needed before arrival in Ireland under new international travel rules agreed by Cabinet earlier today. From Friday, December 3, a passenger travelling into Ireland will have to produce either a negative antigen test taken within 48 hours before...

Irish Ferries to add third ship on Dover-Calais route

Irish Ferries has announced the addition of a third ro-ro ferry to its Dover to Calais route. The ship is expected to enter service in the first quarter of 2022, joining the ISLE OF INISHMORE and the recently announced ISLE OF INNISFREE. CIUDAD DE MAHON, to...

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