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Inside Adare Manor: A First-Hand Experience of Irish Luxury
I’m one of the lucky few privileged to stay at this property, twice! Once for the most incredible wedding of close friends, and once more as a regular guest, though nothing about staying here is regular. The moment the heavy iron gates of Adare Manor swung open, I felt, totally, like a fraud, and as I pulled up along the gatekeeper, I was definitely waiting to be told I wasn’t booked in and I must be dreaming, and I was privately wishing I’d had the car washed that morning.
Oct 85 min read


Experience the Magic of Christmas at InterContinental Dublin
Famed for its warm welcome and elegant festive décor, InterContinental Dublin has long been a popular choice for Christmas and for celebrating with friends and family. Whether you are planning a Christmas Day getaway or catching up with old friends over the festive period, InterContinental Dublin has it all wrapped up this festive season. The Hotel’s experienced team creates a celebratory Christmas Day ambience, with five-star service, dining, and entertainment, plus a festiv
Oct 84 min read


Discovering Mauritius: A Stay at Heritage Le Telfair & Heritage Awali
As I sit here on the last day of my Mauritius holiday, I can genuinely say this trip has completely changed how I see the island. Before coming here, like many people, I associated Mauritius with beautiful beaches, stunning resorts and picture-perfect scenery. Of course, it has all of those things, but after spending a week exploring the island, I’ve realised there is so much more to Mauritius than simply lying beside the pool or relaxing on the beach. You'll find golf, incre
Oct 85 min read


Explora Journeys Elevates the Monaco Grand Prix Experience
Explora Journeys is bringing its signature style of luxury ocean travel back to one of the world’s most glamorous sporting events, with reservations now open for the FORMULA 1® GRAND PRIX DE MONACO 2027 aboard EXPLORA I. From 2 to 7 June 2027, the luxury ship will return to Port Hercule for a third consecutive year, positioned just 150 metres from the famous circuit. For guests, it offers a rare combination: being at the heart of the Formula 1 action while enjoying a private,
Oct 82 min read


Norway’s Dramatic Arctic Landscape Welcomes a New Luxury Lodge
A new kind of luxury escape is coming to one of Norway’s most extraordinary corners, with Norrøna set to open an all-inclusive adventure lodge on Andørja, Northern Europe’s most mountainous island, in June 2027. With 20 peaks rising more than 1,000 metres directly from the fjords, Andørja is a dramatic setting for Norrøna’s first Arctic lodge and the beginning of its ambitious new “Arctic Voyage”, a collection of remote lodges designed to connect Norway’s wild northern coast
Oct 82 min read


Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya and Conrad Tulum Embrace All-Inclusive Luxury
Hilton has announced that Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya and Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya will transition to All-Inclusive resort experiences, strengthening the company’s All-Inclusive portfolio and building on the offerings already available at both properties. Located on Mexico’s Caribbean coast, the resorts will offer distinct stays shaped by their respective brands' character and rooted in a strong sense of place. Beginning October 2026, Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya introduces
Oct 83 min read


The Art of Seclusion: A Private Mediterranean Island Escape
Zannier Bendor, one of Europe’s most anticipated openings, debuted on the private French island of Île de Bendor in spring 2026, after five years of transformation. Zannier Hotels has appointed Emmanuel Blanchemanche as General Manager and renowned chef Lionel Levy as Executive Chef as the project unveils expansive dining and wellbeing programming, a joint effort by Société Paul Ricard and Zannier Hotels to restore the isle’s legacy as a convivial gathering place steeped in o
Oct 83 min read


Explora Journeys Announces First 'President's Journey' Aboard 'EXPLORA II'
Explora Journeys has announced its first President’s Journey, hosted by President Anna Nash aboard EXPLORA II from 9 to 16 December 2026.
Oct 83 min read


Cruising Europe Feels Monumentally Effortless with NCL
Europe is calling, and with NCL’s nine ships sailing across the region in 2027, there's never been a better time to answer.
Oct 83 min read


Crystal Ski Offers Top Recommendations & Tips for Winter 2026
Irish skiers are starting to look ahead to their Winter trips, with Crystal Ski seeing customers consider everything from high-altitude resorts and family-friendly favourites to destinations offering something a little different.
Oct 83 min read


Hilton's Waldorf Astoria London - Admiralty Arch Selects OSKIA as Spa Treatment Partner
Hilton has announced that its brand new Waldorf Astoria London - Admiralty Arch hotel has selected OSKIA, the award-winning British skincare brand as the hotel and residences’ exclusive spa skincare and treatment partner when it opens later this year. At Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch, wellbeing is an integral part of the guest experience, shaped by the hotel’s distinctive sense of place and commitment to considered British craftsmanship. The collaboration reflects t
Oct 82 min read


DoSomethingDifferent Announces Disneyland Paris Agent Booking Incentive
DoSomethingDifferent has revealed details of its latest agent incentive - focusing on bookings made for Disneyland Paris before the end of this month.
Oct 82 min read


Caribtours Gives Irish Travel Trade a Taste of Luxury at The Ivy
Last night, ITTN’s Saoirse Cross Smith spent a fabulous evening at the Ivy Restaurant, in Dublin, celebrating the launch of Caribtours' new brochure dedicated to the Irish market.
Oct 84 min read


Princess Cruises Named #1 Mega Cruise Ship in Condé Nast Traveler 2026 Readers' Choice Awards
Princess Cruises has been named the #1 Mega Cruise Ship in the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler 2026 Readers' Choice Awards.
Oct 82 min read


IATA Marks 10th Anniversary of CORSIA with Renewed Aviation Decarbonisation Call
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has marked the 10th anniversary of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) assembly resolution to establish the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) with a call to governments to reinforce the foundations of this landmark step in aviation's decarbonisation. Adopted at the 2016 ICAO Assembly, CORSIA established the first global market-based measure for an industrial sector and
Oct 83 min read


KLM Introduces Free High-Speed WiFi on Intercontinental Flights
KLM has announced it will introduce free high speed WiFi, operated by Starlink, on its intercontinental flights beginning in mid-2027.
Oct 81 min read


Uniworld to Host Agent Webinar Outlining Latest Developments & 'Spectacular Journeys of the World' Brochure
Uniworld is hosting a webinar - on October 15 - to outline its Latest Developments and Brand-New Spectacular Journeys of the World Brochure.
Oct 81 min read


Belfast City Airport to Spotlight NI Distillers with Promotion and Sampling Event
Belfast City Airport will once again shine a spotlight on Northern Ireland’s thriving distillery scene as its popular That’s the Spirit event returns from 25th October – 29th October 2026.
Oct 82 min read


Ryanair Warns €50m Shannon Hangar Investment will Move to Poland if Planning Permission Delayed
Ryanair has warned that its planned €50m investment in a new 4-bay aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) hangar and Engineering Academy at Shannon Airport, along with 300 high-skilled jobs, will move to Poland unless the project receives planning permission and can be delivered on schedule.
Oct 81 min read


WTTC Partners with ICCA to Strengthen Tourism Industry Ties with Business Events Industry
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen collaboration between the global Travel & Tourism sector and the international meetings and business events industry.
Oct 82 min read
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