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VIVA MOMENTS Photographer of the year competition July category “Simply Boutique” closes on the 30th July, enter now for your chance to win a river cruise for two! ENTER NOW Entries are open for July Category -“Simply Boutique” Full details can be found on VIVA MOMENTS – Photographer of the Year Competition 2026 Enter in each months category – submit 2 photos for your best chance of winning . The VIVA Moments Photographer of the Year Competition by VIVA Cruises launched o

ITTN’s Lorraine Hales continued the journey to Waterford Castle yesterday evening, where AmaWaterways and Azamara played host to agents from Waterford, Dungarvan, Kilkenny, Carlow and Cork. A fabulous evening was had by all in the exquisite island location in the sunny south-east.

ternational Air Transport Association (IATA) has released the latest edition of the World Air Transport Statistics (WATS), providing comprehensive statistical data through to 2025. Updated annually, WATS provides data related to demand, supply, and operational performance. WATS also includes data collections on the global airline fleet, top routes, employment, and financial performance (costs and revenues). WATS incorporates data from the 1,315 airlines in the IATA Annual Sta

ITTN's Zoe Walsh attended a Wendy Wu Tours' celebration at The Opium in Dublin, where members of the travel trade and media came together enjoy an evening with incredible food. The evening was a great opportunity to hear about the latest developments within Wendy Wu Tours. As the evening went on the trade were treated to a fantastic selection of food, alongside an informative presentation highlighting everything that's new at Wendy Wu Tours. Wendy Wu Tours is one of the leadi

ITTN is hiring for a full-time writer and social media executive! Location: Dublin, Ireland (Hybrid: 2 to 3 days in-office, remainder remote) Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time About the Role We are looking for a creative, analytical content creator/writer to join our team and drive our two travel brands Travel Times (B2C) and ITTN (B2B) across digital platforms. This is a full-time, hybrid role based in Dublin where you will be responsible for writing daily travel articles and p

A new chapter in Ireland–China connectivity begins this summer as China Eastern Airlines launches a new non-stop service between Dublin and Shanghai. The route will commence on 20 July 2026 and operate three times weekly, providing Ireland with a direct link to one of Asia’s most important economic, cultural and tourism centres.

For many travellers, choosing a destination is no longer just about the weather, the scenery or the beach. Increasingly, holiday decisions are also shaped by the experiences available in-destination and the opportunity to enjoy personal passions while travelling. This trend is part of the wider growth of sports and active tourism, a segment that accounts for around 10% of global tourism expenditure and is expected to grow by 17.5% between 2023 and 2030, according to UN Touris

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has launched the search for the 7 Contemporary Wonders of the World, a global initiative designed to identify and celebrate the landmarks and buildings created since 1801 that have had the greatest impact on Travel & Tourism, local communities and economic development, and continue to redefine the future of destinations around the world. For the first time in history, people around the world will have the opportunity to nominate and h

Europeans continue to prioritise travel despite economic pressures, geopolitical tensions and climate-related challenges. According to the European Travel Commission’s (ETC) latest Monitoring Sentiment for Intra-European Travel (Wave 25), 81% of Europeans intend to take a trip between June and November 2026, four percentage points higher than during the same period last year. Travel intentions have increased across nearly all age groups, reaching their highest level among tra

ITTN’s Katie Doyle had the privilege of attending Legend of the Seas’ inaugural sailing with 4,000 trade, press and business representatives from around the world last week. Departing from Malaga, Katie went on a 4-night cruise to Rome joining 120 Irish travel trade and their partners as they had the opportunity to experience firsthand the incredible entertainment and activities onboard the brand new ship! Legend of the Seas is officially the largest cruise ship in the world

Explore the success stories of Travel Counsellors who are building thriving businesses and achieving their goals. From collaborative teamwork to family-focused entrepreneurship, and from major milestones to the benefits of flexible working, these stories highlight what’s possible. Rosemary Chawke from Clonmel, Co. Tipperary, started life as a Travel Counsellor 20 years ago, after her longstanding employer closed their travel business. Having control over her work-life balance

We’re delighted to let you know that on Tuesday, July 7th Sunway will be releasing an upgraded version of the Sunway Trade website for European holiday searches. As part of this update, we’ve introduced a new cached search system designed to make finding the perfect holiday faster and easier than ever before. The biggest enhancement is the introduction of cached pricing, allowing search results to be returned in approximately 3 seconds. What’s New? Faster Searches Search res

Welcome onboard Legend of the Seas, Royal Caribbean‘s newest ship and the third addition to its Icon Class ships in its Royal fleet. This 250,800-gross-ton-mega-ship features 18 decks and stretches 365 metres long, offering next-level attractions like the largest waterpark at sea, eight distinct neighbourhoods, and the highly anticipated Royal Railway Legend Station. On Monday morning, ITTN’s Katie Doyle joined Irish travel trade as they embarked on a 4-night adventure saili

ITTN’s Katie Doyle joined the Aer Lingus fam trip to Denver over the weekend. Ivan Beacom from Aer Lingus led the group that also included Linda Ryan (Click and Go Holidays), Caoimhe Miley (American Holidays), Lorraine Kenny (Sunway), Leah Adams (Travel Solutions Belfast), Aileen Clancy (Cassidy’s) and Roger Barrett, from Travel Counsellors. Aer Lingus operates from Dublin to Denver four days per week (Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Sundays) onboard an Airbus A330 aircraft. Th

The Association of Women Travel Executives (AWTE) is inviting travel industry professionals from across Ireland to join our growing network of ambitious, supportive and passionate women in travel. Whether you’re looking to expand your professional network, develop new skills, find a mentor, or connect with like-minded colleagues, there has never been a better time to get involved. As part of our latest membership drive, AWTE is welcoming women from all sectors of the travel i

ITTN’s Katie is joining the Aer Lingus fam trip to Denver, Ivan Beacom from Aer Lingus is leading the group that also includes Linda Ryan (Click and Go Holidays), Caoimhe Miley (American Holidays), Lorraine Kenny (Sunway), Leah Adams (Travel Solutions Belfast), Aileen Clancy (Cassidy’s) and Roger Barrett, from Travel Counsellors. The group flew out on the 15.25 service that Aer Lingus operates from Dublin to Denver four days per week (Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Sundays) on

VIVA MOMENTS Photographer of the year competition continues, enter for your chance to win a river cruise for two! ENTER NOW Category Details Month of June – Unforgettable Moments Viva Moments – Unforgettable Moments – Enter 1st – 29th June Some moments last only a second but stay with us for a lifetime. This category invites photographers to freeze those rare, meaningful instants that evoke emotion, tell a story, and remind us of the beauty, wonder, and depth of human exper

There has never been a better time to inspire your clients with Travelmarvel. With incredible offers on summer sailings still available, the exciting launch of our 2027 programme, generous early booking savings and a brand-new brochure now on offer, we have everything agents need to turn those last-minute holiday dreams or bucket list hopes into confirmed bookings. Summer sailings – last chance to get away Clients looking for a premium-value escape this summer can still take

Wherever you’re thinking of going next, Travel Department is here to help you get there with confidence. And when you book now, you can do so with added peace of mind. With Travel Department’s Price Guarantee on all 2026 and 2027 bookings made before 29 June, you can secure your holiday knowing your price is protected, giving you greater reassurance as you plan ahead.Travel Department’s fully guided holidays are designed to take care of every detail, allowing you to relax and

ITTN's Shane Cullen interviewed recently appointed Abbie Cook (Sales Manager, Ireland | Princess Cruises UK & Europe) onboard Princess Cruises' Sky Princess. While new to the Princess team, she is no stranger to cruise or, indeed, the Carnival Cruise Line family. Find out more about Abbie Cook, the strategy for the Irish market, upcoming activities and events in Ireland and get a look onboard the stunning Sky Princess ship and find out about the new addition to the Princess C