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Etihad and Southwest Airlines Announce Loyalty Scheme Partnership
Etihad and Southwest Airlines have announced a new loyalty partnership - starting next year - between their respective passenger reward schemes Etihad Guest and Rapid Rewards.
2 days ago2 min read


Holland America Line Unveils New 'Bar 1873' for Upgraded 'Oosterdam' Ship
Holland America Line has unveiled Bar 1873, "a new signature gathering place where contemporary design, cocktails and live music bring more than 150 years of the cruise line's history to life".
2 days ago2 min read


Shannon Airport Extends Sponsorship of Munster Rugby Until 2029
Shannon Airport and Munster Rugby have extended their partnership for another three seasons, with Shannon remaining the Official Airport Partner of Munster Rugby until 2029.
2 days ago2 min read


UK B2B Tour Operator Gold Medal Officially Opens for Business in Republic of Ireland
Gold Medal, one of the UK's most trusted and successful tailor-made B2B-only tour operators is now
open for business in the Republic of Ireland, marking one of the most significant developments in the
company's almost 50-year history.
2 days ago2 min read


Riviera Travel Launches 'Riviera Holiday Guarantee' for Customers & Agents
Riviera Travel has launched its new Riviera Holiday Guarantee, designed to give customers and travel agents greater confidence and reassurance when unexpected events significantly affect holiday plans.
2 days ago4 min read


Viking Cruises Names Seven Newest River Ships in Simultaneous Ceremony
Viking Cruises has announced the naming of its seven newest river ships during a simultaneous ceremony in Amsterdam that virtually connected locations across Europe and Egypt.
2 days ago2 min read


WTTC Co-Launches Practical Guide to Protect Children Across Travel, Leisure and Entertainment
One year after more than 100 business leaders came together at the WTTC Global Summit in Rome to recognise child protection as a shared responsibility and make the Shared Promise to make it a non-negotiable standard, the Unlock Futures alliance has turned that commitment into action with the launch of the Unlock Futures Protecting Children Action Paper.
2 days ago3 min read


Fáilte Ireland-Backed €1.4m Acres Lake Water Sports Facility Opens in Leitrim
Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, Peter Burke TD, officially opened the new €1.4 million Acres Lake Water Sports Facility in County Leitrim. Developed through Fáilte Ireland’s Platforms for Growth Investment Scheme in partnership with Leitrim County Council, the facility is a best-in-class outdoor tourism amenity designed to enhance the visitor experience and serve as a central hub for water-based activities in the region. This is one of up to 19 water sports f
2 days ago2 min read


Ireland targets Business Events growth at IMEX America
Meet in Ireland – that’s the message at IMEX America in Las Vegas this week. Tourism Ireland – together with Fáilte Ireland and Tourism Northern Ireland, as part of the ‘Meet in Ireland’ team – is joined by 39 tourism companies from around the island of Ireland at this important annual event in the Business Events calendar. IMEX (International Meetings and Events Exhibition) America is the largest trade show for the Business Events sector in the United States – bringing toget
2 days ago2 min read


Minor Hotels to Manage First Anantara Retreat in India
Minor Hotels has signed an agreement to manage Anantara Retreat Darjeeling Hills, the first Anantara Retreat in India.
2 days ago3 min read


South Lake Tahoe Named One of Expedia's '2027 Destinations of the Year'
South Lake Tahoe has been named one of Expedia’s 2027 Destinations of the Year, part of the company’s Unpack ‘27 trends report.
2 days ago1 min read


Irish Travel Counsellors Discover Authentic Heart of Alentejo on Portuguese FAM
A group of ten Irish Travel Counsellors are currently exploring the Portuguese region of Alentejo as part of an exclusive educational trip designed to showcase one of Portugal's most authentic and distinctive destinations.
2 days ago1 min read


Globus Group Appoints Karen Cameron Sales Director of All Brands in UK & Ireland
Globus family of brands has announced the appointment of Karen Cameron as Sales Director, overseeing all trade activity for touring brands Cosmos Tours, Globus Journeys and river cruise line Avalon Waterways in the UK and Ireland.
2 days ago3 min read


Loveholidays Named 'Ireland's Leading Online Travel Agency' at World Travel Awards
Loveholidays has been named Ireland’s Leading Online Travel Agency at the 2026 World Travel Awards.
2 days ago2 min read


Brand USA Names Irish Travel Trade Ambassadors for America’s 250th Anniversary
Brand USA has announced the selection of seven Irish Travel Trade Ambassadors as part of its largest global trade initiative to date, launched to coincide with the United States' 250th anniversary.
2 days ago2 min read


September Winner Announcement & Reminder to Enter your Viva Moments Competition for October
A big Congratulations to Sheila Rafferty of KT Travel on winning the September Category "Plates & Pours"
5 days ago2 min read


Lyft Unveils Alcove, New Global Chauffeur Brand Set to Launch in 2027
Lyft, Inc. has announced Alcove, a new brand that will pair world-class, high-touch service with experienced teams and new technology that make corporate ground transportation easier to book and manage.
5 days ago2 min read


ITTN Presents Holland America Webinar with Laura Gray.
On Wednesday the 15th October ITTN's Lorraine Hosted the ITTN Webinar Space with Laura Gray as she brought a detailed overview of the Holland America Brand to the Irish Trade in Ireland.
5 days ago3 min read


Los Cabos Celebrates Día de los Muertos with Colourful Mexican Traditions
Every November, Los Cabos comes alive with colour and music as the destination marks Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), one of Mexico’s most cherished traditions.
5 days ago3 min read


Last Chance to Vote in the ITTN Irish Travel Trade Awards 2026
Today is the last day to vote for suppliers in the ITTN Irish Travel Trade Awards, in association with headline sponsor Princess Cruises
5 days ago1 min read
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