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Leonardo Hotels Central Europe has announced an expansion of its presence in France, with it taking over the former Hilton Evian-les-Bains on Lake Geneva. The hotel will initially operate under the name of Hotel Evian-les-Bains by Leonardo Hotels and will undergo extensive renovations whilst remaining open for business. It boasts 170 rooms and suites, many of which offer views of Lake Geneva or of the Alps. Facilities include a restaurant with a lakeside terrace, a bar, a hea

Ryanair carried 22.2 million passengers across its route network in July, according to latest monthly operational figures from the airline. That figure represented a 7% rise in passenger numbers when compared to the same month last year. Ryanair operated 120,800 flights in July, with a load factor of 96%. On a rolling 12-month basis, Ryanair carried 213.2 million passengers, between the two July months, which was a 5% increase.

Expedition cruise specialist HX Expeditions has become the first commercial line to call at Old Harbor, an Alutiiq community on Kodiak Island, marking a significant milestone in the company's ongoing commitment to community-led exploration in Alaska. The visit took place on Sunday, August 2nd, aboard MS Roald Amundsen, the world’s first hybrid battery-powered expedition ship, during HX's Alaska & British Columbia | Inside Passage, Bears and Aleutian Islands voyage. Located o

Qantas has passed a major milestone in its much-anticipated Project Sunrise programme - which will see it fly the world's longest route: directly between London and Sydney from next year - with the successful completion of its first test flight. The Airbus A350-1000ULR set to conquer the final frontier of long-haul travel landed on Australian soil for the first time today, last month as part of the flight test campaign. The first A350-1000ULR to take to the skies touched down

Emirates and South African Airways (SAA) today announced an expansion of their codeshare partnership, enabling access to nine cities and establishing the start of a reciprocal codeshare agreement between both carriers. The expanded partnership opens more destinations across central and southern Africa, simplifying connectivity for customers. Since launching their codeshare agreement, Emirates and SAA have operated on a unilateral basis, with SAA placing its code on Emirates-o

Air Canada and Airbus have announced an aviation decarbonisation partnership to establish a jointly funded Sustainability Co-Investment Platform. This agreement states a shared objective to invest up to approximately C$13.7 million (€8.6m), through the platform to support a commercial-scale Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) industry in Canada. Both companies are confident that, with a supportive public policy framework in place, this investment can serve as a catalyst for the b

With the school summer holidays in full swing, many Irish families are preparing to jet off on their well-earned getaways. To help families get the best value for money and book their trips with confidence, Siobhain Mulholland, travel expert and Operations Director for Ireland at loveholidays has revealed some of her top family travel tips when booking a last-minute getaway. From securing the best deal to ensuring your holiday is fully protected, Siobhain shares insider knowl

Torre Saracena Beach Club, one of Capri's most iconic beach clubs, is celebrating 120 years of authentic Caprese hospitality while unveiling Villa Tenuta Saracena, a newly redesigned private villa estate overlooking the Faraglioni. As one of the island's most beloved beach clubs – opened in 1906 and celebrating its 120th anniversary this year – Torre Saracena embraces an understated philosophy based on old world charm and classic Caprese style. With direct views of the Faragl

Cork Airport has marked a double celebration, this week, with the 20th birthday of its terminal building AND the 2 millionth passenger of 2026. “Twenty years young and two million strong” was the cause for celebration as staff from across the airport campus gathered to mark the double milestone. Shortly after 07.30 on August 1, 2006, the first passengers to use Cork Airport’s new terminal building arrived on a Ryanair flight from London Stansted. Twenty years later, over 47 m

Crystal Cruises has appointed Captain Placido Libro as master of Crystal Serenity. Effective August 14, Captain Libro succeeds Captain Birger J. Vorland, who recently concluded his distinguished career of nearly five decades of service with the brand. A highly accomplished seafarer with more than four decades of maritime experience, Captain Libro brings extensive operational expertise, leadership and technical knowledge to his new role. Since joining Crystal in 2024 as direc

Windstar Cruises has promoted Augustus Lonsdale to the newly created role of director of international sales, reflecting a growing focus on building momentum across its international markets and strengthening the company’s commercial investment in this region. Previously head of UK sales, Mr Lonsdale will now work closely with Helen Beck, managing director global commercial to drive Windstar’s international sales strategy, with a particular focus on strengthening relationship

Ahead of its official grand opening on 4th September 2026, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has today unveiled the very first look at Great Tides Waterpark - a brand new, six-acre adventure zone on its private Bahamian island, Great Stirrup Cay. Designed for both thrill seekers and families, it brings a host of industry firsts and regional exclusives to the Caribbean. Key Highlights Include: ● Adrenaline thrills: 19 waterslides, including Breakwater Blasters (the Caribbean'

On 12 August 2026, millions of people are expected to travel to Spain to witness one of Europe’s most anticipated natural events - a total solar eclipse. Searches for “total eclipse” reached 1.5 million over the past month alone, but new analysis from global travel booking platform Omio suggests the country’s best viewing location isn’t where many visitors would expect. Using its new Solar Eclipse Index, Omio analysed destinations across Spain, considering factors such as ecl

Regent Seven Seas Cruises has launched the Floating Pastry Academy, a new three-year pastry and baking excellence initiative developed in partnership with The Butter Book, further strengthening Regent’s commitment to Epicurean Perfection and continuous professional development across the fleet. View the latest instalment of Regent's Pride Behind Every Plate video series, highlighting the Floating Pastry Academy, here. The Floating Pastry Academy represents Regent’s belief tha

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has unveiled its latest Economic Impact Research (EIR): Global Trends Report, highlighting how investment and policy support are key drivers of growth in the global Travel & Tourism sector. The research, sponsored by Chase Travel, Lead Research Partner, shows that global Travel & Tourism investment exceeded $1 trillion in 2025, growing by 8.5% year-on-year, as the whole sector outperformed the wider global economy and contributed a r

Hiking holidays are associated with rugged backpacks, tents as lodgings and long days trekking rough, gruelling terrain. But now we see a new trend emerging: "Luxury hiking holidays". These trips combine the fun of adventure, walking through breathtaking landscapes, with the comfort of luxury accommodation, gourmet dining, wine tasting and expert guiding, with luggage transfers to ease your hike. For travellers who want more than a sun lounger by the pool, Luxury hiking has b

The Travel Suite was honoured to be invited as a guest to experience the official preview voyage of the spectacular Explora III, the newest ultra-luxury ship from Explora Journeys, sailing from Rome (Civitavecchia) to Barcelona. As Ireland’s leading seller of Explora Journeys, The Travel Suite was among a select group of travel professionals from around the world invited to experience first-hand what is set to become one of the most luxurious cruise experiences at sea. The fo

During Easter break, we are always faced with the same dilemma: where to go without going on holiday with the kids. And Portugal, especially the Algarve, is always top of our list. This year led us to discover another Marriott resort, the recently acquired Marriott Salgados Golf Resort and Spa. On paper, it had everything we were looking for: 2 bedrooms, large modern rooms. On site there were six swimming pools, a playground, a restaurant and bar, a golf resort and close enou

There’s a special kind of magic that comes from travelling by canal, where the journey is as indulgent as the destination, and the water dictates the pace of life. In the Languedoc, that magic is magnified. We set off from Port Cassafières, six friends boarding Le Boat’s sleek Horizon 4, with Béziers as our aim and the Canal du Midi as our guide. By the time we docked beneath its ancient bridges and cathedral spires, we understood why this stretch of France has inspired artis

Wafaifo Resort Hoi An has unveiled Thượng Uyển Royal Garden, a new luxury enclave combining the elegance of Vietnam’s royal heritage with contemporary design and elevated hospitality. Wafaifo Resort is a luxury lifestyle resort. Located only a 10-minute walk from the UNESCO Hoi An ancient city. Perfect for exploring the unique culture of Vietnam. It first opened its doors in September 2024. Guests entering the Royal Garden are welcomed into a serene environment of winding sto