Swan Hellenic Announces Return of SH Minerva Ship Following Routine Maintenance
Expedition cruise specialist Swan Hellenic has announced that its SH Minerva ship is back in its fleet, following routine maintenance.
SH Minerva will now set sail in November to join her sister ships SH Vega and SH Diana in Ushuaia, Argentina, where she will begin...
EU Announces First State Aid Scheme for SAF Promotion and Production
The EU has announced its first state aid scheme for the promotion of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), which is seen as being the easiest and quickest way of transitioning airlines to greener fuels and fast-tracking the aviation industry towards its net zero emissions targets.
The...
Canada Seeing Strong Tourism Growth, but Inbound Visitor Numbers ‘Delicate’
Canada is set for a record year of tourism, but needs to invest more to solidify “delicate” international visitor numbers.
That is the view of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), whose latest research forecasts travel and tourism will contribute a record $183bn, or...
NCL Unveils New 6-Acre Waterpark as Part of Great Stirrup Cay Transformation
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has announced additional details for its private island transformation on Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas headlined by a nearly six-acre Great Tides Waterpark opening in summer 2026, and more incredible experiences to bring unforgettable adventures and endless relaxation for its guests.
From cliff jumps and jet karts...
Hostelworld Confident with Growth Strategy as Net Bookings Continue to Improve
Irish-founded accommodation booking website Hostelworld has said it has seen an improvement in net bookings in recent months, with growth returning in late May and continuing the positive momentum into June and July.
The company said the rollout of Elevate – its new marketplace monetisation...
Dublin’s Hugh Lane Gallery to Close for 3 Years for Refurbishment; Parnell Square to Become New Cultural Quarter
Dublin City Council has announced that the planned refurbishment of the Hugh Lane Gallery, on Parnell Square, will proceed alongside the construction of a new city library for Dublin.
The gallery will close its doors to the public on 28th September 2025 to facilitate...
Halloween Horror Nights: Bigger, Bolder, Bloodier at Universal Orlando
As the summer heat reaches its peak, Universal Orlando is already summoning the shadows – because Halloween Horror Nights is back and this year it’s more twisted than ever. Now in its 34th year, the event has grown into one of the world’s premier...
Aer Lingus Celebrates New Direct Route to Cancún with Dublin Launch Party
ITTN's Katie Doyle joined a fabulous night yesterday evening with Aer Lingus at their official Cancún Route Launch Party in 777 on Georges St Dublin!
Key travel trade and media enjoyed a margarita reception with cocktails celebrating the official route launch to Cancun announced earlier this...
Introducing Michelle’s Travelmarvelous Moments – Episode #1
Ahoy! Ahoy! Welcome to the first in the series of Michelle’s Travelmarvelous Moments, a monthly column where I recap on updates from the road on the world of river cruising, celebrate all wins big and small and share tales I’ve picked up along the...
FRAntastic boost for Shannon Airport as new Frankfurt service announced
The Shannon Airport Group is delighted to announce an exciting new addition to Shannon Airport’s summer ’26 schedule. Discover Airlines, a Lufthansa Group subsidiary, is set to introduce a direct, twice-weekly service from Shannon Airport to Frankfurt, Germany, starting on April 4th, 2026.
The route...
Hays Travel Expands into Online Cruise Market
Hays Travel has acquired leading online cruise travel business Victoria Travel Group Limited, including its recognised brands Cruise.co.uk, Seascanner, and the German division Kreuzfahrtberater.de. This is Hays Travel’s first online travel agency acquisition and a significant milestone for the north east headquartered company, which has been caring...
Ancora Cortina Accepted into Global Luxury Travel Group Virtuoso
Ancora Cortina has been accepted into Virtuoso’s exclusive portfolio of luxury travel partners, comprising over 2,200 preferred suppliers in 100 countries.
According to Andrea Filippi, Chief Commercial Officer of the hotel management group led by Aldo Melpignano, which includes Ancora Cortina among its properties, the inclusion of...
Etihad Airways and Azul Brazilian Airlines Launch Loyalty Partnership
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and Azul Brazilian Airlines have launched a frequent flyer partnership agreement. The agreement enables members of both Etihad Guest and the Azul Fidelidade programme to earn and redeem their respective loyalty currency on either...
Beloved “Love Boat” Cruise Director Cynthia Lauren Tewes and Guest Star Charo Join 2025 Theme Cruise Aboard Regal Princess
Princess Cruises, the distinct "Love Boat" line, is thrilled to announce that fan favorites Cynthia Lauren Tewes and Charo will join The Love Boat Celebration at Sea aboard Regal Princess, sailing November 16–23, 2025, on a seven-day Western Caribbean voyage.
Tewes, who portrayed the charming and resourceful cruise director Julie McCoy, and Charo, known...
Emirates Announces New Commercial Appointments in Key Markets across Africa and Asia
Emirates is advancing strategic commercial team appointments designed to bolster its presence in key markets across West Asia, the Indian Ocean and Africa. The new appointments aim to further build the airline’s commercial and operational footprint in these regions whilst creating meaningful development opportunities...
Travellers are Over The Moon about Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Tripadvisor has named Florida’s Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex the top-ranked attraction in the United States and third best rated global attraction, as part of its annual 2025 Travelers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best Things To Do.
Based on more than 15,000 five-star reviews, the accolade placed Kennedy Space Center...
Riviera Travel Appoints Long Haul Touring Champion to Drive Growth
Riviera Travel has appointed Lloyd Morris as its new Long Haul Champion, reinforcing the business’s strategic focus on long haul touring as a major growth area for the future, a responsibility he will fulfill as part of his existing role in trade. Lloyd joined...
Cassidy Travel Launches New Club Med Brochure as Both Trusted Brands Celebrate Anniversaries in 2025
Cassidy Travel has launched its brand-new Club Med brochure, dropping in stores this week, as more Irish holidaymakers look to all-inclusive travel for greater value, ease and luxury. The new brochure is packed with sun, ski, cruise and long-haul destinations from the world’s leading...
Passenger Surge Expected at Shannon Airport with 10% Growth Forecast for August Bank Holiday Period
Shannon Airport is preparing for a bustling August Bank Holiday, with almost 60,000 passengers expected to travel through the airport over the period, marking a 10% increase compared to the same period in 2024.
This continued growth reflects Shannon Airport’s strong performance in 2025, with...
Emirates Introduces Retrofitted Boeing 777 to Madrid
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has announced it will deploy its newly refurbished Boeing 777 aircraft to/from Madrid starting from 16 September. Customers can look forward to an enhanced travel experience with upgraded interiors and premium signature travel touches across all cabins. Madrid...
