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Celebrity Cruises has announced that Celebrity Beyond will sail from Southampton in summer 2028, marking the award-winning Edge Series ship’s return to Europe for the first time since 2023. Offering seven-to-14-night sailings, guests can explore some of Europe’s most spectacular destinations across Norway, Iceland and Scandinavia. Beginning in November 2026, Celebrity Beyond will also offer an elevated onboard experience with new venues, including Orange Peele Bar and Grille,

Quinta do Lago, one of Europe's premier luxury lifestyle resort, is redefining luxury summer stays with Q Experiences, a curated portfolio of bespoke services that bring the resort's five-star hospitality directly to its guests. Located in the heart of the Algarve, just 15 minutes from Faro Airport and set between the Ria Formosa Natural Park and the golden beaches of the Atlantic coast, Quinta do Lago is a leader in world-class sporting facilities, wellness offerings and di

National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions has announced its highly anticipated 2028–29 deployment, unveiling a new season of voyages that will bring travellers deeper into the fjords, take them farther into the South Pacific and provide them with more time to explore polar ice regions. Building on a 60-year heritage of expedition expertise, the new, expanded and returning itineraries are meticulously developed and timed to align with peak moments in nature and delivered by exp

Cities across Latin America have reached the historic milestone of 10,000 electric buses in operation, according to consolidated data from E-Bus Radar announced by C40 Cities and the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) during Lat.Bus 2026, the region's largest transport and mobility event. This represents a turning point in the decarbonisation of public transport across the continent and reinforces electric mobility as a concrete response to the climate crisi

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

KLM is to introduce a new onboard service concept on European flights, from October: Grand Café KLM. Under this new concept, passengers will enjoy greater choice in food and beverages, with the option to pre-order a meal before departure or select items from an onboard menu during the flight. With this enhancement, KLM is responding to a broader trend among European full-service airlines and to travelers' growing desire for more choice and flexibility. Passengers will be able

Azamara Cruises has unveiled its collection of 36 new AzAmazing Evenings® for 2027, expanding its signature line-up of exclusive evening experiences designed to bring travellers closer to the heart of every destination. Launched in 2011 exclusively for passengers of Azamara, AzAmazing Evenings are one-of-a-kind, complimentary events that celebrate the people, traditions, music, and artistry of destinations around the world — from the islands of Hawaii and the fjords of Northe

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.

The appointment marks a major milestone in the delivery of one of the most significant civic and cultural projects undertaken in Dublin in recent decades. The project will anchor the transformation of Parnell Square into a vibrant cultural quarter centred around a new City Library, creating a unique destination that brings together literature, art, heritage and community while supporting the regeneration of Dublin's north inner city. Phase 1 will deliver a state-of-the-art Ci

Luxury cruise group Scenic has unveiled early access to its 2028 Europe River cruise season. The new season sees the introduction of updated itineraries, elevated land extensions and new tours across key regions. The programme is designed to deliver deeper immersion, longer stays and flexible cruise‑and‑land combinations, all in Scenic’s ultra‑luxury, truly all‑inclusive style. New extensions in France and Central Europe join reimagined river and land journeys, including Spec

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!.

Marella Cruises is expanding its drinks offering with 18 new alcohol free cocktails, six 0% ABV spirits, four 0% wines, plus non-alcoholic beer and cider alternatives.

Royalton Hotels & Resorts continues to demonstrate its commitment to the travel trade across the UK and Ireland with the launch of another strong double rewards booking incentive. With a focus on its property in Grenada – the Royalton Grenada, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort – this new incentive offers double cash rewards of up to £40 on every single room booked and logged before 31 August 2026.

Shangri-La Group has expanded its JEN by Shangri-La portfolio with the soft opening of JEN Hangzhou by Shangri-La, marking the brand’s debut in the Chinese city.

Celebrity Cruises has unveiled its 2028 and 2029 deployment, featuring an expansive Europe season and extraordinary journeys across all seven continents. The lineup brings new ports of call, extended seasons in sought-after destinations, and more opportunities to discover every corner of the world. For the first time, four Edge Series ships — including a renewed Celebrity Beyond — will sail Europe, while immersive itineraries span Alaska, Asia, Australia, New England, and Sou

Emirates Skywards, the loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, is once again partnering with Moët Hennessy to offer members an extraordinary money-can’t-buy experience through Skywards Exclusives. The exclusive four-night journey through France’s celebrated Champagne region and Paris, will showcase the pinnacle of French hospitality, exceptional gastronomy and the heritage behind some of the world’s most prestigious champagne maisons.

Pharmacy, health and beauty retailer Boots has unveiled a new store at Belfast City Airport. The store, which has created 13 permanent jobs, alongside additional seasonal opportunities, officially opened its doors on 5th August 2026, allowing customers to pick up all their summer travel essentials before they fly.

Radisson Blu Athlone has announced a new partnership with Athlone Town AFC, as the riverfront hotel becomes the club's official hotel partner. The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to supporting local sport, strengthening community ties and championing the continued growth of women's football in the region. As the official hotel partner of one of Ireland's most ambitious football clubs, Radisson Blu Athlone is delighted to act as a home away from home for the club's