Travelbiz Trade Updates
Rarest Alligators in World Born at Gatorland, Orlando

Rarest Alligators in World Born at Gatorland, Orlando

8th May 2024 at 3:05 pm

Gatorland®, the “Alligator Capital of the World,” is excited to present to the public for the very first time, daily viewing of Mystic and Mayhem, two of the rarest alligators in the world. Mystic is the only white, leucistic alligator ever hatched outside of the swamps of Louisiana, and the only baby leucistic ever displayed to the public.

Princess Cruises Expands Caribbean Program with Return to San Juan Home Port

Princess Cruises Expands Caribbean Program with Return to San Juan Home Port

8th May 2024 at 2:42 pm

Princess Cruises today announced its return to San Juan, Puerto Rico for a season of Southern Caribbean cruises onboard Grand Princess, from October 2025 through March 2026. This vibrant capital city of Puerto Rico offers rich history and culture with must-see attractions for Princess guests pre- and post-cruise.

JetBlue and Etihad Airways Announce Loyalty Partnership as part of Codeshare Agreement

JetBlue and Etihad Airways Announce Loyalty Partnership as part of Codeshare Agreement

8th May 2024 at 2:31 pm

Qualifying JetBlue TrueBlue® and Etihad Guest members able to earn and redeem across both airlines starting 8 May 2024. Agreement further supports Etihad’s investment in the US market following the launch of a new service between Abu Dhabi and Boston and the introduction of the A380 to the New York route.

US Travel’s IPW Los Angeles Irish partners get ready to Party

US Travel’s IPW Los Angeles Irish partners get ready to Party

8th May 2024 at 1:42 pm

Irish travel trade delegates are reporting really encouraging levels of business with our valued trade partners from the USA at US Travels IPW 2024 here in the city of angels. All 50 states are well represented showcasing a vast array of established and new product opportunities for our Irish travel trade professionals to present to their customers in Ireland.

Brand USA celebrates successful IPW 2024, strength of International Inbound Tourism

Brand USA celebrates successful IPW 2024, strength of International Inbound Tourism

8th May 2024 at 12:36 pm

Brand USA, the official destination marketing organization for the United States and premier sponsor of the U.S. Travel Association’s IPW, celebrates a productive week of partner appointments, trade meetings, and media engagements, all aimed at increasing inbound international visitation.

All aboard Türkiye’s Newest Tourist Train Route: Mesopotamia Express

All aboard Türkiye’s Newest Tourist Train Route: Mesopotamia Express

7th May 2024 at 9:44 am

The sleeper train stops at iconic cities across the Anatolia region. Anatolia awaits! Passing desert landscapes and snowy peaks, the Mesopotamian Express takes passengers across the Anatolia region with long breaks at its iconic cities. Travelling 1,051 kilometres over 24 hours from Ankara to Diyarbakır, the sleeper train passes through Kayseri, Sivas, Malatya, Elazığ, and Bingöl.

Dublin And Cork Airports Welcomed 3.1 Million Passengers In April

Dublin And Cork Airports Welcomed 3.1 Million Passengers In April

3rd May 2024 at 4:12 pm

Over 3.1 million passengers travelled to and from Ireland’s two busiest airports in April, according to daa, the operator of Dublin and Cork airports. The number of passengers travelling through Dublin Airport in April was up marginally versus the same month last year, at just 1%. At Cork Airport, passenger traffic was marginally down by 2% compared to April 2023.

Los Angeles to Host ‘Watershed’ Moment as U.S. Travel’s IPW Convention Returns

Los Angeles to Host ‘Watershed’ Moment as U.S. Travel’s IPW Convention Returns

2nd May 2024 at 9:47 pm

For the first time in 12 years, Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board is proud to welcome the U.S. Travel Association’s IPW—the largest inbound travel trade show—to Los Angeles, from May 3-7.  The Los Angeles Convention Center will serve as the main backdrop for IPW with key events being held throughout the city, including the Getty Center, the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Exposition Park and Universal Studios Hollywood.

€180m Impact on Irish Economy Generated by Aer Lingus College Football Classic 2023 Game

€180m Impact on Irish Economy Generated by Aer Lingus College Football Classic 2023 Game

2nd May 2024 at 4:17 pm

Event underscores importance of supporting and leveraging international sporting events to boost Irish tourism, local economy, and business links. The Aer Lingus College Football Classic 2023, featuring Notre Dame (Fighting Irish) and Navy, is calculated to have generated a significant €180 million boost for the Irish economy.

MSC Cruises Offers an Unparalleled Choice of Itineraries to the Caribbean for Summer 2024 and Winter 2024/2025

MSC Cruises Offers an Unparalleled Choice of Itineraries to the Caribbean for Summer 2024 and Winter 2024/2025

2nd May 2024 at 3:57 pm

Four ships will offer a range of itineraries from Miami, New York and Port Canaveral (Orlando) this summer 2024 to the Caribbean. Six ships to sail the Caribbean this winter 2024/2025 with varied itineraries from Miami, Port Canaveral, New York and Martinique.