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Cork Airport welcomed 342,387 passengers during June, latest monthly operational figures for the airport show. Passenger numbers in June were up 22% when compared to pre-COVID levels (June 2019). Since January 1, the airport has welcomed a total of 1,619,373 passengers which is showing a slight 1% decrease on the previous year – the airport’s busiest year ever. This represents a changing mix in 2026 versus 2025 with more KLM and Air France passengers and less Ryanair passenge

The board of Irish Ferries owner, shipping conglomerate Irish Continental Group (ICG) has tentatively accepted and recommended to shareholders a €1.2bn management-led buyout proposal which would see the business leave the stock market and enter private ownership. The management buyout team consists of long time ICG chief executive, Eamonn Rothwell; along with leading shareholders David Ledwidge, Andrew Sheen and Declan Freeman. ICG owns a number of shipping terminal and freig

Ryanair and Amazon Web Services (AWS) have extended their longstanding collaboration for a further five years. Through this renewed agreement, Ryanair will continue to leverage AWS’s cloud computing and AI technologies, including Amazon Quick, Amazon Bedrock, and Amazon Bedrock AgentCore, across its business, from powering Europe’s largest airline website and optimising schedules across its fleet of 647 aircraft and 3,900 daily flights, to enhancing operational efficiency thr

ITTN’s Zoe travelled to Genoa this week where she had the opportunity to experience EXPLORA III as the ship was officially delivered, marking the halfway milestone in Explora Journeys’ six-ship fleet with three ships now sailing worldwide. EXPLORA III is the first LNG-capable vessel in the fleet, representing the next step in the brand’s environmental strategy and future-ready design and it’s also the most spacious introducing enhanced public areas, expanded wellness and culi

Cassidy Travel has announced that it is recruiting experienced Travel Consultants to join its teams in Dundrum and Swords. The established travel agency, which has a growing team of more than 140 travel experts, is seeking candidates with previous travel industry experience and a strong interest in helping customers plan memorable holidays. Cassidy Travel said the available positions offer successful applicants the opportunity to contribute their experience and ideas while co

AWTE Ireland is reminding women across the travel industry to secure their place at its highly anticipated End of Summer Drinks, taking place on the evening of 20 August at Café en Seine, Dublin, with limited tickets now remaining. For the first time, the annual networking event has been opened up beyond AWTE membership, welcoming all women working in travel who are interested in learning more about the AWTE and becoming part of its growing network. The evening will bring tog

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is pleased to welcome Avolta as a Global Member. Avolta is the global leader at the intersection of travel retail and food & beverage, delivering integrated shopping and dining experiences across airports, motorways, cruise lines, ferries, rail and other high-traffic travel locations in more than 70 countries worldwide. Its mission is to make travelers happier by combining global scale with local relevance, offering products, brands

Virgin Voyages has announced the return of its True Crime Voyage for 2027, following the sell-out success of its inaugural sailing in 2025. Created in partnership with iHeartMedia – America’s largest podcast publisher - the cruise will feature a new line-up of true crime podcasts including: Disgraceland - hosted by Jake Brennan, who explores the criminal stories behind some of music’s most famous names.Buried Bones - journalist Kate Winkler Dawson and forensic investigator Pa

Silversea, the leading experiential luxury and expedition travel brand, has launched its inaugural collection of S.A.L.T. (Sea And Land Taste) Culinary Voyages, with itineraries built around experiencing each destination through food, flavors, and people. Each voyage is guided by four themes – Gather, Craft, Celebrate, and Indulge – that connect guests with regional ingredients, traditions, and culture through immersive experiences. The collection debuts with a series of seve

The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism & Antiquities today announced the launch of a new Digital Visa-on-Arrival System, a major step in the country’s digital transformation strategy to modernize entry procedures and enhance the experience of international travellers. The pilot phase of the new system will begin on 1 August 2026 at Cairo International Airport (all arrival terminals), marking the first stage in a nationwide rollout that will extend to Egypt’s other airports accordin

Emirates is revealing another world first in the sky, transforming journeys for Economy Class passengers with the introduction of the U-Dream Headrest - a game-changing new seat addition that enables Economy Class customers to experience a whole new level of support and comfort inflight.

Cunard, the world’s most iconic luxury cruise line, today reveals plans for an extensive transformation of Queen Victoria, with the elegant ship set to emerge from dry dock this autumn with refreshed signature spaces including Cunard Grills suites and the introduction of The Pavilion Wellness Café.  The luxurious 2,000-guest ship will enter dry dock at Damen Shiprepair in Rotterdam from 17 October to 5 November 2026, returning to service ready to welcome guests on board for t

Four new shows are taking center stage on Holland America Line's Oosterdam, expanding the cruise line's award-winning entertainment lineup with fresh productions and iconic collaborations. The four original shows were created exclusively for Holland America Line in partnership with RWS Global, the world leader in live moments across entertainment and sports. The most anticipated debut is a new rock show created by RWS Global in collaboration with Rolling Stone: "Holland Ameri

According to the June 2026 On-Time Performance (OTP) report from aviation data and analytics company OAG, Pegasus Airlines ranked fifth in the world in the ‘Major Airlines’ category for carriers operating more than 20,000 flights in the month - with an on-time performance of 83.10%. The On-Time Performance report, published monthly by OAG, analyses data from millions of flights worldwide. Under OAG's methodology, a flight is considered on time if it arrives within 15 minutes

As schools prepare to break up across the UK this week, easyJet and easyJet holidays are set to see their biggest ever summer with over 80,000 network wide during the school holidays and over 380k flights across the summer season. Over seven million UK customers are set to take to the skies on over 45,000 flights to and from the UK alone during the school break. The airline is operating its biggest ever summer this year, with eight additional Airbus A320 family aircraft havin

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announced the signing of Holiday Inn Express Krabi Ao Nang, a 158-key conversion property in partnership with Chok Deesuk Co., Ltd., further expanding the company’s presence in one of Thailand’s most sought-after leisure destinations. Following a rebrand, the hotel will join IHG’s globally recognised Holiday Inn Express brand and is set to open by the end of 2026.The signing builds on IHG’s longstanding r

American Airlines is expanding and enhancing its premium customer experience at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), unveiling plans for a dedicated Flagship® check-in experience and two new lounge spaces, all designed to make travel more effortless, comfortable and tailored to each customer. The investments further strengthen DFW as American’s largest hub and reflect a focus on delivering a world-class premium journey. Customers traveling through DFW can look forwa

Cape Verde’s remarkable FIFA World Cup campaign has indeed translated into a significant boost for tourism demand. New booking data from Data Appeal Company / Almaviva Group and the African Travel and Tourism Association (ATTA®) has revealed a sharp rise in both immediate and forward travel for the little-known nation located in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Senegal. Analysis shows that flight bookings made through Global Distribution Systems (GDS) between 11 and 30 Jun

Premier Inn, the UK’s largest hotel brand, has confirmed it is coming to Hunstanton. The chain’s parent company, Whitbread PLC, intends to invest in a 108-bedroom Premier Inn hotel on Southend Road, subject to planning. The company is in early discussions with planners at the Borough Council of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk on the design of the new hotel, with a planning application expected to be submitted in the autumn. The multimillion-pound Premier Inn will feature the br