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Join Trafalgar on the 29th July at 9.30am and learn about their new River Cruise product on the Rhine and Danube in 2026 and France in 2027. Find out what makes this product special and unique and why this is an incredible opportunity to offer touring and river cruising to your clients. Sign up by registering HERE

ITTN’s Katie joined key travel trade and press last night in the Devlin Hotel’s downstairs movie theatre with Universal Destinations and Experiences to celebrate the 35th anniversary of Halloween Horror Nights. The evening began with a cocktail reception before the group sat down to learn more about what makes Universal Destinations and Experience perfect for customers looking for a thrill!

ITTN’s Saoirse spent a fantastic evening in Whelan’s with Nashville Music City and Songwriter Ray Fulcher, getting a taste of the Nashville experience. Tryphavana Cross, Senior Account Director in Ireland for Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp, invited members of the Irish travel trade and media to this intimate songwriter showcase, and it was an evening that did not disappoint!

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

Dublin Airport welcomes the commencement by China Eastern Airlines of a new non-stop service between Dublin and Shanghai, providing Ireland with its first direct connection to China’s largest city and one of Asia’s leading economic and cultural centres. The new three-times-weekly service commenced this morning, using China Eastern’s state-of-the-art Airbus A350-900 aircraft. The inbound flight, MU231, landed at Dublin Airport shortly after 07.30, while the inaugural outbound

The Executive Board of Deutsche Lufthansa AG has appointed Lorenza Maggio as the new CEO of Brussels Airlines. The decision is still subject to approval by the Board of Directors of SN Airholding. Alongside leading the Belgian airline, Lorenza Maggio will assume the role of “Executive Board Representative to the European Commission.” Her predecessor, Dorothea von Boxberg, is leaving the company at her own request with effect from 31 August 2026. The date for Lorenza Maggio’s

Riyadh Air, the new national carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and Boeing today announced that the airline is exercising options for 28 more 787 Dreamliner jets as part of its growth plan. The agreement to exercise most of the options from Riyadh Air’s 2023 order also includes the conversion of 20 airplanes to the larger 787-10 variant. The announcement includes a previously unidentified purchase of 11 of the ultra-efficient widebody jets. Once the remaining 17 airplane

The launch of the 2027 programme is the most comprehensive launch in VIVA Cruises’ history, featuring new destinations and extended sailing periods. One of the standout moments will be the christening and launch of VIVA UNIQUE in Venice to join VIVA BEYOND in the new VIVA Boutique premium offering. VIVA Cruises is one of the few river cruise lines to operate the full year. VIVA ONE, VIVA TWO, VIVA ENJOY and VIVA BEYOND will begin their sailings in January. February will see t

IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed an agreement with Newhope Real Estate to introduce the Regent brand to Chengdu, marking the brand’s debut in the city and further solidifying IHG’s luxury footprint across Greater China’s premier urban destinations. Poised to open in the Q3 of 2029, Regent Chengdu will embody the brand’s signature belief that life is at its best when we rise beyond distractions. Regent hotels and resorts follow the philosophy to elevate guests above the noise,

Etihad Airways and Fastjet Zimbabwe have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a new interline partnership, codeshare agreement and frequent flyer partnership with Fastjet Zimbabwe. The collaboration will enhance connectivity giving guests access to destinations currently flown by both airlines, on a single ticketing system. The agreement was signed in Harare on 7 July 2026, with sales available from 24 August 2026. Under the partnership, guests travelling on Etih

Brand USA, the destination marketing organisation for the United States, has unveiled “More to Love,” an all-new social-first series featuring “Take Me Home, Country Roads” that thanks international fans who travelled to and through the United States during the World Cup and invites them to return and experience more of the country. Timed to the tournament’s closing, the series pairs real moments shared by visitors with the landscapes, communities, and experiences waiting to

Ryanair has reported a 34% fall in profit after tax for the first quarter of its 2027 financial year, as higher unhedged jet-fuel prices and lower average fares affected the airline group’s performance. Profit after tax fell to €538m for the quarter ending June 2026, compared with €820m during the corresponding period last year. Ryanair said the result reflected a spike in the price of the 20% of its jet fuel that remained unhedged, while average fares declined by 6%. The air

ITTN’s Lorraine Hales spent a fun day yesterday on board the Irish Ferries Ulysses ship with agents, media and supplier representatives from Travel Partners Group (TPG).

Azamara Cruises today launched “RezA – The Power Behind Confident Booking,” a new chapter of Azamara World Academy (AWA) and a self-paced training module that guides travel advisors is now available to registered travel partners worldwide. Debuting in late 2024, RezA is Azamara’s enhanced reservation platform, developed as part of the brand’s “Listening, Learning, and Linking” initiative and met with an overwhelmingly positive response from the travel advisor community. The n

The US Virgin Islands has once again solidified its reputation as one of the world's premier beach destinations, earning three coveted spots on Beach's 2026 World's Best Beaches list. Leading the rankings is Trunk Bay on St. John, which was named the No. 1 beach in the world. Further showcasing the Territory's coastal beauty, Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge on St. Croix ranked No. 7, while Magens Bay Beach on St. Thomas secured the No. 17 spot, making the US Virgin Islan

Emirates has reached a landmark 100 aircraft refurbished under its retrofit programme, the largest known undertaken by any airline globally. Since work began in November 2022, 47 Airbus A380s and 53 Boeing 777s have been given a complete nose-to-tail refresh at the Emirates Engineering hangars in Dubai. By the end of December 2026, around 20 additional aircraft will be upgraded, moving the airline significantly past the halfway point in its US$ 5 billion investment aimed at d

Oceania Cruises is inviting travellers to discover the Caribbean's vibrant cultures, sun-drenched islands and diverse coastal destinations aboard the line's newest and most recently refreshed ships, all offering a sophisticated, adults-only environment. Each itinerary, ranging from seven to 14 days, is designed for guests to explore the region from a new perspective. Sailing aboard Oceania Cruises' intimate, luxurious ships, including Oceania Marina™, Oceania Vista® and Ocean

The Government has said it will formally remove the current 32 million person passenger limit “as soon as possible”, following President Connolly signing legislation allowing for the move into law. Transport Minister, Darragh O'Brien, said: “I am delighted that the Dublin Airport (Passenger Capacity) Act 2026 has passed into law. This Act recognises the strategic importance of Dublin Airport as our primary international gateway, and delivers on the Programme for Government co

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.

The Government has appointed four new members to the board of Daa - the company which operates Dublin and Cork airports. Microsoft executive and Enterprise Ireland board member, Lisa Dillon; Irish Water and National Transport Authority executive Fred Barry; CIÉ board member Niamh O'Regan; and head of the Environmental Protection Agency, Laura Burke are the new appointees; with Acuity AI CEO and founder and former Microsoft executive, Ger Perdisatt being reappointed. Minister