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
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...
Video: Lisa Cummins, Bajan Minister for Tourism
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Barbados officially became a republic last night, cutting its ties to the Queen of England. The Caribbean island is also making a lot of waves as a tourist destination, so here's an interview with the Bajan tourism minister, Lisa Cummins, recorded earlier this month...
MSC Virtuosa officially named in Dubai
MSC's newest ship has been officially named in Dubai.
The MSC Virtuosa will be based in the United Arab Emirates port through March, which departed on its first Gulf sailing on November 28 to Abu Dhabi.
The ship was named by Italian actress Sophia Loren, who...
Emirates to make stock market debut?
Dubai is considering an initial public offering (IPO) of Emirates, according to CEO Tim Clark.
According to a report by Reuters, the Dubai government is looking to list 10 state-backed companies on the local stock exchange, including Emirates.
A AED2 billion ($545m) market maker fund...
Australia delays border restrictions to December 15
Australia has delayed plans to further reopen its borders until December 15.
The next stage of its phased reopening plan would see visa holders allowed access into the country from December 1st, which has been paused due to fears of the new Omicron variant.
The reopening...
Barbados becomes world’s newest republic, cuts ties with Queen
Barbados, a former British colony, has become the world’s newest republic.
The country removed Queen Elizabeth as head of state overnight, breaking its last remaining imperial bonds with Britain nearly 400 years since the first English ship arrived at the Caribbean island.
Read the story here.
Brittany Ferries takes delivery of Salamanca
Brittany Ferries today took delivery of its next vessel Salamanca.
Senior executives including CEO Christophe Mathieu attended the hand-over ceremony in Sweden at the head office of construction partners Stena RoRo. Delivery refers to the transfer of ownership from ship builder to end user, rather...
EasyJet extends flexible booking policy into 2022
EasyJet announced it is extending its flexible booking policies for flights in 2022.
Until 31 March 2022, easyJet customers can continue to make changes to their flights without a fee, up to two hours before departure.
There are no restrictions on dates or destinations. Customers with...
Explora Journeys assembles commercial team
Explora Journeys, the new luxury brand of MSC Group’s Cruise Division, has consolidated its commercial team with six new appointments in global and regional roles, including the UK and Ireland.
Priti Mehta has been appointed Head of Sales UK & Ireland, effective 13 December....
Supplier of the Week: Iberostar
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Our Supplier of the Week is Iberostar Hotels & Resorts.
Iberostar is a 100% family-owned, multinational Spanish company, dedicated for more than 60 years to travel and hospitality, with a portfolio of over one hundred 4 and 5-star hotels in 16 countries including Spain, Greece, Montenegro, Morocco,...
