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Fáilte Ireland Launches National Consultation on Accessible and Inclusive Tourism
Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment Peter Burke TD has launched Fáilte Ireland's national consultation on Accessible and Inclusive Tourism. People across Ireland are being invited to share their experiences of accessible and inclusive tourism, helping Fáilte Ireland better understand barriers, opportunities, and priorities for the future development of tourism. Accessible and inclusive tourism ensures all people can travel, participate, and enjoy visitor experienc
2 days ago2 min read


Portugal 'Unites' with Destination Presentation in Dublin
The Portugal United product and destination presentation - in Dublin this week - brought together leading Portuguese tourism partners for an inspiring evening dedicated to promoting Portugal’s meetings industry, luxury travel experiences, and unspoiled destinations.
2 days ago2 min read


Emirates Unveils World First Electric Premium Economy Seat with Full-Height Privacy Screen
Emirates has announced a further enhancement to its is elevating its award-winning Premium Economy experience - with the launch of the world’s first electrically powered Premium Economy seat, featuring a full-height adjustable privacy screen between every seat.
2 days ago4 min read


Aer Lingus Norway FAM, Day 3: Onward to Oslo!
Our 3rd and final full day took us to Oslo.
3 days ago3 min read


Ireland-US Relations Win Big as 5 Million Tune into Aer Lingus College Football Classic
Ireland-US relations emerged as the real winner from the 2026 Aer Lingus College Football Classic, with a closely contested game between Texas Christian University and the University of North Carolina concluding a week of significant engagement among Ireland, Texas, and North Carolina. On the field, the University of North Carolina Tar Heels secured a narrow 15-10 victory over the TCU Horned Frogs at the Aviva Stadium. The result remained in doubt until the closing moments,
3 days ago4 min read


Aer Lingus Norway FAM Day 2: Lillehammer to Hamar
Day 2 of The Aer Lingus Familiarisation took the group from Lillehammer to Hamar: which was pitched as a potential one day addition to Eastern Norway Itineraries.
4 days ago2 min read


Princess Cruises Announced as Headline Sponsor of the ITTN Irish Travel Trade Awards 2026
ITTN is delighted to announce Princess Cruises as the headline sponsor of the ITTN Irish Travel Trade Awards 2026, marking an exciting new partnership ahead of one of the Irish travel industry’s biggest nights of the year.
5 days ago2 min read


'Hei Norge!': Aer Lingus FAM to Norway: Day 1
A group of nine met at Dublin airport yesterday to join a three-city Familiarisation Trip to Norway. Meeting in the Aer Lingus Lounge for a pre flight coffee and breakfast, the group was in high spirits.
5 days ago3 min read


Taking the Fear Out of Flying with EasyJet’s Fearless Flyer Programme
A fear of flying is far more common than many people realise. For some, it means mild unease before take-off; for others, it can lead to sleepless nights in the build-up to a trip, anxiety around turbulence or fears of having a panic attack mid-flight. In more severe cases, people may avoid air travel altogether, potentially missing out on holidays, family occasions, work opportunities and experiences abroad. The frustration for many nervous flyers is that the fear can clash
6 days ago2 min read


North Carolina Takes Centre Stage at Aer Lingus College Football Classic Trade Event
ITTN's Zoe joined Aer Lingus, Visit USA and Visit North Carolina on Saturday for the Aer Lingus College Football Classic, where travel partners enjoyed a full day of enjoying the destination inspiration and one of the biggest sporting events to take place in Dublin each year.
6 days ago3 min read


Beautiful Bahamas Wows Travel Trade in Dún Laoghaire & Dublin Bay
ITTN’s Saoirse Cross-Smith joined a fantastic evening of bites, bubbles and experiencing all the Bahamas has to offer at Dublin Bay and the Royal Marine Hotel.
Aug 284 min read


How Tourism Ireland has Capitalised on College Football Opener to Score Big in the United States
This Saturday (29th August), the Aviva Stadium will host Texas Christian University (TCU) and the University of North Carolina (UNC) for the first game of the 2026 US College Football season, known as ‘Week Zero’. Around 14,000 Americans are expected to travel here for the game. They’ll spend an average of seven nights travelling right across the island of Ireland – generating millions of euro for the economy. 2026 marks the fifth consecutive year that Ireland has hosted the
Aug 282 min read


Expedia TAAP Hosts Travel Trade at Nepalese Cookery Masterclass with TV Chef Lina
ITTN's Lorraine Hales spent a wonderful night at Monty's of Kathmandu in Eustace Street with Samir Sayad Business Development Executive with ATTS - representing Expedia TAAP and an intimate group of travel trade cooking enthusiasts.
Aug 271 min read


NYC Tourism & Conventions Reappoints Fred Dixon as President and CEO
New York City Tourism + Conventions has appointed Fred Dixon President and CEO, bringing back one of the travel industry’s most respected destination marketing leaders to guide the organisation’s next chapter.
Aug 273 min read


ITTN Talks to Peter Ryan, Azamara Cruises' BDM for UK & Ireland
ITTN’s Sharon Jordan caught up with Peter Ryan, Strategic Business Development Manager UK & Ireland at Azamara Cruises, to talk about the cruise line, what sets its small-ship offering apart, and some of the exciting developments ahead.
Aug 261 min read


Over 14,000 US Fans Descend on Dublin for Aer Lingus College Football Classic
This week Dublin becomes the home of American College Football as Texas Christian University’s (TCU) Horned Frogs and University of North Carolina’s (UNC) Tar Heels face-off. The Week Zero clash, the first game of the U.S college football season kicks off on Saturday, August 29th at 5.00pm at Aviva Stadium. Over 14,000 U.S. fans are travelling to Ireland, bringing the atmosphere of a major American sporting occasion to Ireland’s capital. Irish fans can still be part of the ga
Aug 254 min read


Riviera Travel - A CEO with the Guest at his Core, and a Dedicated Team with the Trade at its Heart
Riviera Travel hosted its Senior Leaders Lunch at The Westbury in Dublin yesterday, bringing together key agent partners and a hard hitting collection of its UK and Ireland leadership team to discuss performance, product development and future growth plans for the market.
Aug 213 min read


Autumnal Portugal: Why September & October are Ideal for a Portuguese Escape
September and October are ideal months for discovering Portugal's great outdoors, when the shoulder-season weather is particularly pleasant for walking, hiking and exploring nature.
Aug 192 min read


40% of People Visit Tourist Sites to Capture Social Media Content, TUI Study Reveals
A new study by TUI Musement has laid bare the impact of social media on tourism activity - showing that 4-in-10 people visit tourist sites mainly to capture social media content.
Aug 193 min read


IAA Launches Air Passenger Awareness Campaign as 50% Claim Not to Know Their Rights
The Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) has launched an awareness campaign to protect consumers and to familiarise themselves with their legal rights in the event of flight delays, cancellations, or overbookings.
Aug 192 min read
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