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Drop & Go Parking at Dublin Airport – It works. ITTN’s Shane Cullen Shares His Verdict

Dublin Airport explains, "Drop & Go Parking at Dublin Airport is the fastest, most effortless way to park before your flight. Located on Level 2 of Terminal 1's Car Park C and Level 3 of Terminal 2's Short Term Car Park, this premium valet-style...

Podcast Exploring the Future of Sustainable Travel – It’s a Journey

It’s a Journey: A Sustainable Travel Podcast is a groundbreaking new podcast series hosted by sustainable travel expert and writer Holly Tuppen and Richard Hammond, Publishing Director of Green Traveller Media. Sponsored by Lemongrass – the B Corp PR and content agency for travel brands –...

Intrepid Launches 6 New Rail Trips with an Exclusive Offer on Bookings

Intrepid’s rail trips invite travellers to clip their tickets on iconic and unexpected routes, including historic journeys across Europe, vast adventures into Inner Mongolia and Italy escapes with the whole family.  Instead of rushing through airports and flying over the views, Intrepid invites travellers to hop aboard these rail trips...

Windstar Cruises’ New Yacht, Star Explorer, to Set Sail in the Med for Winter 2026/2027

Next winter, Windstar Cruises is making the Mediterranean sparkle with the debut of its newest yacht, Star Explorer, and the return of its popular winter sailings to Europe. Launching 28th December 2026, the 224-guest vessel marks the latest addition to Windstar’s Star Class fleet and brings a stylish...

Spring Hotels Group Doubles in Size with Acquisition of Mare Nostrum Resort – Largest Hotel Deal in Spanish History

In a landmark deal that marks the largest hotel asset transaction in Spain’s history, Spring Hotels - one of the Canary Islands’ leading hospitality groups - has acquired the iconic Mare Nostrum Resort for €430 million. This move doubles the group’s portfolio and firmly...

Celebrate Canada Day with Direct Flights from Dublin to Montréal, Vancouver & Toronto with Air Canada!

With Canada Day celebrations having just taken place and Air Canada taking off with its bumper schedule from Dublin, there has never been a better time to visit and immerse yourself in the culture and cuisine of the country. Air Canada added additional summer flights...

Stena Line Announces Plans to Withdraw its Rosslare-Cherbourg service

Following a strategic route review, Stena Line has announced that from 30 September 2025, the ferry operator intends to withdraw its existing three-day Rosslare - Cherbourg service. The last sailing will depart Cherbourg on 29 September, arriving in Rosslare on 30 September. These plans have been...

Travelmarvel Solo Supplements Slashed on Select Small Ship Sailings

If you have (or are!) a solo traveller waiting in the wings ready to snap up that last minute deal then now is the time to strike! Travelmarvel have just released some sensational solo deals where they have completely slashed their supplements. That’s right –...

Oman Air Officially Joins the oneworld Alliance

Today Oman Air officially joined oneworld, becoming its 15th member. Founded in 1993, Oman Air serves 42 destinations across 22 countries globally through its hub in Muscat, Oman’s capital. The airline has been undergoing a comprehensive restructuring process over the past few years, rethinking its...

Agent Incentives at Jumeirah Beach Hotel

ITTN's Katie Doyle joined a wonderful event on Friday to hear more about the beautiful Jumeirah Beach Hotel in Dubai hosted by Laura Dawson. Jumeirah Beach Hotel Set in idyllic surroundings, Jumeirah Beach Hotel overlooks the Arabian Gulf, the 26-storey property offers 599 stunning beachfront rooms...

The Shannon Airport Group Calls for Strategic Investment in Southern Region Infrastructure in National Development Plan Review

The Shannon Airport Group has submitted a proposal to the Government’s review of the National Development Plan (NDP), urging decisive action to address critical infrastructure deficits in the Southern Region. The submission comes in response to the review announced in April by Minister for...

TUI Group Announces Changes to Supervisory Board Leadership

The Supervisory Board of TUI approved to go for court appointment of Johan Lundgren as a new member of the Supervisory Board. By this court appointment, Lundgren now succeeds Pepijn Rijvers, who had previously resigned from the Supervisory Board. Johan Lundgren will contribute his extensive...

Supplier Spotlight: Non-Stop to Paradise – Fly Direct from Dublin to Cancún with Aer Lingus

Aer Lingus has launched its first ever direct flight to Cancún, Mexico, commencing from January 2026. The new route will operate 3 times weekly on the airline’s A330-300 aircraft, offering Irish holidaymakers a seamless route to the warmth and vibrant cultural heritage of the Mexican Caribbean. This...

Travelpack’s Vishal Patel takes on the role of TIPTO Chairman

TIPTO welcomes Vishal Patel to the role of Chairman with effect from 01 July 2025. Taking the reins from previous Chair Nick Hughes, Patel will steer the trade association through the final months of the current TIPTO year and into Year 27, drawing on...

World Travel Awards 2025 Kicks Off with Africa and Indian Ocean Gala, Heads to Cancun Next

The World Travel Awards 2025 program has set sail with a spectacular start, marked by the recent Africa and Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony. Held last weekend, this prestigious event showcased the pinnacle of hospitality, travel, and tourism across regions of Africa and the Indian...

Dalata Announces Second Hotel in Germany and Fourth in Continental Europe

Dalata Hotel Group plc, the UK and Ireland’s largest independent four-star hotel operator with a growing presence in Continental Europe, announced an agreement with Deka Immobilien to lease a 4-star Clayton Hotel Tiergarten in Berlin. The hotel, which previously operated as Novotel Berlin Am Tiergarten...

Qatar Airways and Philippine Airlines Commence Daily Flights from Manila to Doha as Part of Strategic Partnership

Qatar Airways and Philippine Airlines celebrate the new daily service between Manila and Doha with a ribbon cutting ceremony at Hamad International Airport (DOH). Commemorating the occasion were Philippine Airlines’ President, Mr. Richard Nutall; and Philippine Airlines’ Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Atty....

Ireland Voted ‘Best International Destination’ at Group Leisure & Travel Awards in UK

Ireland has triumphed at this year’s Group Leisure & Travel Awards in Britain – after being voted ‘Best International Destination’ by thousands of readers of Group Leisure & Travel magazine. Beating off stiff competition from France, Italy, Las Vegas, India and Flanders to claim the title, the award was...

ITTN Announces 2025 Irish Travel Trade Awards Date — Virgin Voyages & Virgin Atlantic Return as Headline Sponsors

ITTN is delighted to officially announce that the Irish Travel Trade Awards 2025 will take place on Friday, 28th November at The Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road, Dublin 4. This much-anticipated annual event promises another unforgettable evening celebrating the very best of the Irish travel...

Introducing Star Princess – Princess Cruises’ Newest Ship

Introducing Star Princess®, our newest ship, where each day brings the possibility for wonder, joy – and, yes, love – and every journey is written in the stars.  Designed to awaken your sense of wonder, this ship redefines cruising with immersive spaces like the glass-enclosed...

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