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SAS Scandinavian Airlines has cemented its position as one of the world's most punctual airlines; topping aviation analyst Cirium's monthly European on-time performance rankings for August - and for the 11th time in two years.

Airbnb - the global holiday accommodation rental giant - has appointed former Tripadvisor and Booking.com executive Pepijn Rijvers as chief business officer with responsibility for the homes, hotels, global markets and enterprise operations divisions.

Cultural expedition cruise line Swan Hellenic has announced an Autumn offer called “Upgrade your view. Elevate your expedition” to reflect the double upgrade attraction and freedom of choice provided.

Supporting the UK and Irish travel trade with true property insights from the comfort of their home or office, Royalton Hotels & Resorts has announced its first live resort webinar.

ITTN's Lorraine Hales had the pleasure of being invited onboard this beautiful ship on its first visit to Dublin. James Scott, Director of Sales for the UK and Ireland, welcomed an intimate group of agents onboard the luxury yacht on Saturday morning in Dublin. Once onboard, the agents were immediately given a glass of champagne to relish the luxury of what is offered on board from the time you embark on this luxury Yacht. It was a busy day for the 95 crew members onboard as

Barbados, located in the eastern Caribbean, is known for its stunning beaches and crystal-clear waters, but there is so much more to discover beyond the coastline. From its rich cultural heritage and centuries-old traditions to its vibrant calendar of events, culinary scene and globally recognised icons, the island has a unique story to tell. Here are a few fun facts that showcase what makes Barbados truly one of a kind. 1. Barbados is one of the world’s newest republics Barb

Riviera Travel has appointed Craig Randell as Chief Technology Officer to lead Digital Transformation. Craig joins Riviera’s Executive Team at a pivotal time as the company accelerates its strategic shift toward becoming a more technology- and marketing-led operator. His appointment supports Riviera's long-term ambitions to continuously innovate, differentiate its product, and protect its market-leading position. Craig brings extensive technology leadership experience across

Passengers departing from Shannon Airport can now bring liquids, aerosols and gels in containers up to two litres in their hand luggage. This replaces the previous 100ml restriction, following enhancements to security screening processes announced today. The change, which is now in effect, comes following a further investment in Shannon Airport's high-tech security screening technology and upgraded elements of its 3D C3 scanners, which were first installed at the airport in 2

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released the updated 2027 editions of key industry manuals for cargo and ground operations, which incorporate major changes and revisions to align with evolving global standards. Highlights of revisions include: Dangerous Good Regulations (DGR) Instructions to improve clarity on DGR packaging requirements Restrictions and requirements for spare batteries and power banks Requirements for lithium battery-powered mobility ai

Ryanair, today (Mon, 7 Sept), called on the EU Commission to immediately extend the Entry/Exit System (EES) derogation until at least Apr 2027, following its expiry on Sun, 6 Sept. The derogation allowed Member States to temporarily suspend EES to prevent severe border control congestion. However, despite the ongoing disruptions being suffered by passengers, the EU Commission has allowed this important flexibility to expire. Airlines, airports and industry bodies have repeat

For Irish travellers seeking a European destination that combines cultural depth, impressive landscapes and excellent value, Romania deserves a prominent place on the 2026–2027 travel calendar. With direct services from Dublin to both Bucharest and Bacău, DAN AIR offers convenient access to two distinct regions without the need for a connecting flight. The routes offer practical options for city breaks, organised tours and visits to friends and relatives. With a journey time

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has confirmed its 2027 RiverView conference will go on sale on September 16 at 11am. The event, which is marking its 15th anniversary, will take place from March 5-8 and is open to all CLIA member agents. As part of the conference, delegates can join a two-night sailing from Budapest to Vienna via Bratislava, with an additional overnight in Vienna. They will be hosted onboard one of three ships - AmaSofia, Riviera Radiance or VIVA

Holland America Line has unveiled upgrades to its Ocean Bar aboart its Oosterdam ship, as part of the Holland America Evolution fleet upgrade programme.

Radisson has debuted its Radisson Individuals brand in Hungary with Budapest's Hotel Erzsébet City Center Budapest becoming the latest member of the programme, which sees Radisson become development partner with independent hotels.

United Airlines has launched a new, time-saving benefit for customers: the ability to order food, drinks and other travel essentials in advance through the United app and have their order waiting at the gate.

Virgin Atlantic has appointed Richard McCord as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), who will join the travel company and its Executive Leadership Team from 5 October.

HX Expeditions - the world’s first and longest-running expedition cruise company - is introducing a series of new guest-focused enhancements across its fleet, designed to elevate the expedition experience at every stage of the journey, from booking and pre-departure planning through to life onboard and exploration ashore.

Qatar Airways has entered a Memorandum of Understanding with Priority Pass, the world’s largest independent airport lounge and travel experiences programme, to offer enhanced value and rewards to business travellers through its Beyond Business corporate travel programme.

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.

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.