IHF Voices ‘Serious Concerns’ Over Approval of Near 10% Increase in Water Charges for Businesses
The Irish Hotels Federation (IHF) has voiced serious concerns over the decision by the Commission for Regulation of Utilities to approve a 9.8% across-the-board increase in water charges for businesses.
Effective from 1st October, the increase follows an average hike of 30% in water charges...
Research Shows Travel Accessibility for Mobility Impaired Customers Still Needs Widespread Improvement
New research published by MMGY Travel Intelligence in partnership with the European Network for Accessible Tourism (ENAT) and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) provides a comprehensive look at the travel habits, challenges and expectations of European travellers with mobility and accessibility needs or requirements.
The Portrait of European Travellers with Mobility...
Grand Canyon North Rim Closes for Season Due to Fire Damage
The visitor season for the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park has been cut short by destruction from the Dragon Bravo Fire, which destroyed the historic Grand Canyon Lodge and its nearby cabins that had welcomed visitors to the majestic North Rim of...
Antigua’s Premier Resort Carlisle Bay Launches Multimillion Dollar Renovation Project
Antigua’s premier resort, Carlisle Bay, has launched a multimillion-dollar renovation project, with all phases expected to be completed by November 2027.
A five-star resort and proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World, Carlisle Bay will unveil the first phase of its transformation this year....
Ryanair Launches Fresh Attack on Ursula von der Leyen as Latest ATC Strike Disrupts 30,000 Passengers
Ryanair has said that 30,000 of its passengers have had their travel plans disrupted by the latest strike by air traffic controllers in France, today, and has reiterated its call for European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to urgently reform mainland European ATC...
Velas Resorts & MBR Launch ‘Velas Ambassador Club’ Rewards Programme for UK & Ireland Agents
Demonstrating its commitment to travel agents across the UK and Ireland, Mexico-focused Velas Resorts has launched the Velas Ambassador Club, its dedicated travel agent rewards programme, which offers significant cash rewards on every single booking logged.
Created in association with My Booking Rewards (MBR), the...
Etihad Signs Codeshare Agreement with Greek Regional Airline SKY express
Etihad Airways has signed a codeshare agreement with Greek regional carrier SKY express, opening access to 24 Greek island destinations and three additional Eastern Mediterranean cities for customers travelling via Athens.
The partnership, which is effective immediately, builds on the strong performance of the existing...
Dublin to Lisbon with TAP Air Portugal Express: A Cosier Alternative to the Norm
Travelling with TAP Air Portugal Express from Dublin to Lisbon offers a unique and cosy flying experience that stands out in today’s age of bustling, impersonal air travel.
Operated by the airline’s regional subsidiary, Portugália Airlines, this route typically uses a sleek Embraer 190...
Clayton & Maldron Hotels Owner, Dalata Accepts €1.4bn Takeover Approach
The board of Dalata Hotel Group – the Irish owner of the popular Clayton and Maldron hotel chains – has accepted a €1.4bn takeover offer, which will see the business change into Scandinavian ownership.
The Scandinavian hospitality and property consortium comprising the Pandox and Eiendomsspar...
Spotlight on Ireland at Influential Florida B2B Tourism Summit
Four tourism companies from Ireland have joined Tourism Ireland in Fort Lauderdale in Florida for the annual Global Travel Marketplace (GTM).
GTM is a three-day event, involving a programme of bespoke one-to-one appointments and networking sessions. The event offers an excellent opportunity for the participating...
Norway’s Government Lowers Planned Tourist Tax Fee in Bid to Get Proposal Passed Into Law
Norway’s Government has altered the terms of its proposed inbound tourist tax in a bid to get the legislation past doubtful opposition parties and passed into law.
Norway is widely expected to introduce a tourist tax on visitors in a bid to fund ongoing sustainable...
James Suite Hotel Firenze 1564: The Latest Addition to Florence’s Luxury Hospitality Scene
Nestled in the heart of Florence, the new opening of James Suite Hotel Firenze 1564 is the latest addition to the city’s luxury hospitality scene.
This intimate boutique hotel is the vision of designer James Cavagnari, who has transformed his childhood Renaissance palazzo into a refined retreat...
Experience Oman Successfully Concludes Three City UK & Ireland Roadshow in Dublin
Experience Oman has successfully concluded a three-city roadshow across London, Manchester, and Dublin, engaging with the UK and Irish travel trade to showcase the Sultanate’s unique tourism offerings and strengthen industry partnerships.
The roadshow, held from 7–9 July, brought together leading UK and Irish travel...
Viking Announces Maiden India Programme of River Cruises with New ‘Viking Brahmaputra’ Ship
Viking Cruises has announced its first river voyages in India on the Viking Brahmaputra, a new 80-guest vessel designed specifically for the Brahmaputra River.
Currently under construction and scheduled to debut in late 2027, the Viking Brahmaputra will set a new standard for modern river voyages in...
Qatar Airways’ Loyalty Programme Launches ‘Privilege Club Pro’ Subscription Service
Qatar Airways’ loyalty programme has launched Privilege Club Pro, a subscription service for members to seamlessly collect additional Avios and Qpoints on a monthly basis.
This marks the first time a loyalty programme with Avios has introduced a subscription that allows members to collect...
Access Bookings Appoints Ashleigh Dillon Client Development Executive for Ireland
Leading business travel management company, Access Bookings, has appointed Ashleigh Dillon as Client Development Executive at its Irish office in Ardmore Studios.
Ms Dillon brings a decade of extensive experience working with various production companies across Ireland, having filmed in locations throughout Europe.
She is now...
Emirates Ranked ‘Most Recommended Global Brand’ for 2025 in YouGov Poll
Emirates has topped the rankings as YouGov’s Most Recommended Global Brand for 2025, which the airline has said is testament to its longstanding ‘Fly Better’ promise.
Furthermore, Emirates is the only airline to be featured on the global top 10 list.
The YouGov Most Recommended Brands...
MSC Cruises Announces Summer 2027 US Homeport Cruise Line-Up
MSC Cruises has announced its line-up of Summer 2027 cruises, with six ships sailing from four US homeports.
Guests will have the opportunity to sail to the Caribbean and Bahamas from Miami, Port Canaveral and Galveston, while MSC Poesia will continue to offer Alaska cruises from Seattle. Most sailings are...
Fáilte Ireland Launches 5-Year Tourism Development Plan for Wexford
Fáilte Ireland has launched a new five-year plan aimed at driving and sustaining tourism in Wexford.
The Wexford Destination and Experience Development Plan (DEDP) aims to create a sustainable tourism destination by extending the tourism season and spreading business across all parts of the region...
EasyJet Holidays Appoints Kevin Keogh European Director
EasyJet Holidays has appointed Kevin Keogh as its new European Director.
Mr Keogh will lead EasyJet Holidays' operations in its European markets of Germany, Switzerland and France.
In his previous roles, Mr Keogh held senior leadership positions at NEOM Tourism in Saudi Arabia and DER Touristik...
