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European capital cities and New York - and a direct Cork to Belfast route - have emerged as the top priorities for future connectivity from Cork Airport for business travellers, according to the results of Cork Chamber’s Cork Airport Survey 2026.

Europe has reinforced its position as the world's leading leisure travel destination, capturing one-third of all global leisure travel spending in 2025, according to new 2026 data from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC).

We have been keeping things under wraps for the last few months, dropping hints while we worked hard behind the scenes because we wanted everything to be absolutely flawless before making our big announcement... Now, the wait is finally over! We are absolutely thrilled to share that the Irish Travel Trade Awards 2026 are going to be bigger, bolder, and better than ever.

Las Vegas has been officially named the happiest place to travel to in the US.

Here's why Holland America Line ticks all the boxes for agents and customers alike.

TUI has said it is continuing to perform “well” in a “volatile market” and is noticing a customer trend of later booking behaviour. The global holiday giant said, in its latest trading update, that group revenue for the year to date is around €14.5bn; down 1.6% year-on-year; while underlying earnings are around €40m ahead at €123m. It said its products and business model have remained “resilient” – with good showing from the TUI Musement, Hotels & Resorts, and Cruises divisio

Emirates has outlined five ways it is making customer travel easier. From free date changes to industry-first comprehensive travel insurance, Emirates continues to give customers greater flexibility and more choice, as well as the ability to tailor their travel plans for more peace of mind, from booking to the moment they arrive at their destination. Here are the latest measures at a glance: 1. Unlimited free date changes to Dubai From 10 August 2026, customers travelli

Ireland’s luxury hotels are great at selling rooms, but for many four- and five-star independents, particularly those with strong dining, spa, golf, wellness or destination experiences, commercial focus often stops at the bedroom door. And that’s a problem. In the Irish hotel market, margins are under pressure, and room-led growth has natural limits. Fáilte Ireland’s March 2026 Quarterly Economic Update shows hotel room occupancy was effectively flat in 2025, rising only marg

When it comes to family travel, I think the industry needs to rethink how we sell Asia. Too often, we default to the same formula: a great kids' club, an all-inclusive resort and a week by the pool. That works brilliantly in some parts of the world, but Asia has never been about staying in one place. Families travelling 12 hours to get there increasingly want something richer; holidays that create stories rather than just guaranteed sunshine. That's exactly what we're seeing.

ITTN's Katie joined key travel trade on Friday for a wonderful cruise ship visit on Virgin Voyages' Valiant Lady as she docked in Dun Laoghaire Harbour for the first time ever!.

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has highlighted the Middle East's outlook as a story of short-term disruption and long-term resilience, with the region expected to overcome current challenges and remain one of the world's strongest Travel & Tourism growth markets. New forecasts from WTTC's latest Economic Impact Research (EIR): Global Trends Report, sponsored by Chase Travel, Lead Research Partner, show the Middle East is expected to be the only region worldwide to

Qantas has passed a major milestone in its much-anticipated Project Sunrise programme - which will see it fly the world's longest route: directly between London and Sydney from next year - with the successful completion of its first test flight. The Airbus A350-1000ULR set to conquer the final frontier of long-haul travel landed on Australian soil for the first time today, last month as part of the flight test campaign. The first A350-1000ULR to take to the skies touched down

With the school summer holidays in full swing, many Irish families are preparing to jet off on their well-earned getaways. To help families get the best value for money and book their trips with confidence, Siobhain Mulholland, travel expert and Operations Director for Ireland at loveholidays has revealed some of her top family travel tips when booking a last-minute getaway. From securing the best deal to ensuring your holiday is fully protected, Siobhain shares insider knowl

On 12 August 2026, millions of people are expected to travel to Spain to witness one of Europe’s most anticipated natural events - a total solar eclipse. Searches for “total eclipse” reached 1.5 million over the past month alone, but new analysis from global travel booking platform Omio suggests the country’s best viewing location isn’t where many visitors would expect. Using its new Solar Eclipse Index, Omio analysed destinations across Spain, considering factors such as ecl

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has unveiled its latest Economic Impact Research (EIR): Global Trends Report, highlighting how investment and policy support are key drivers of growth in the global Travel & Tourism sector. The research, sponsored by Chase Travel, Lead Research Partner, shows that global Travel & Tourism investment exceeded $1 trillion in 2025, growing by 8.5% year-on-year, as the whole sector outperformed the wider global economy and contributed a r

Irish families who have the flexibility to travel after the peak summer season can save almost €1,000 on the cost of a family holiday by choosing to travel in September instead of August, according to new research from Click&Go Holidays. The online travel company compared package holiday prices for a family of two adults and two children across five of Ireland's most popular family holiday destinations – Salou, the Algarve, Majorca, the Costa del Sol and Gran Canaria – and fo

ITTN and Viva Cruises Launch ‘Viva Moments – Photographer of the Year’ – An Agent Category in the Irish Travel Trade Awards 2026.

ITTN’s Sharon Jordan sat down with Jackie Ennis, Vice President, Global Trade Development at Brand USA, to find out how the organisation is supporting travel agents and tour operators with free training, itinerary planning tools and marketing resources.

For more than a decade, Japan has dominated conversations around cultural travel in Asia. From Kyoto's ancient temples and centuries-old traditions to Tokyo's food scene and contemporary design, it has become a bucket-list destination for those seeking authentic cultural experiences. Now, according to luxury travel specialist OROKO, a growing number of experienced holidaymakers are asking a different question: "We've done Japan. Where next?" Rather than revisiting familiar de

ITTN’s Sharon Jordan had a very informative but relaxed interview with Katrina Latimer, AMA Waterways, Strategic Key Account Manager, Retail & Consortia UK & Ireland.